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VII. Warnings: Components & Options
VII. WARNINGS: COMPONENTS & OPTIONS
Note: If y
ou use parts or make changes not authorized by Sunrise it may create a
safety hazard and will void the Warranty.
A.
ARMRESTS
Armrests flip back/down and cannot be used to lift scooter or the seat.
1. Never lift this scooter by its armrests.
2. Lift this scooter only by non-detachable parts of the main frame.
B. BATTERIES
1.
Only an approved battery case should be used in this device.
2.
To prevent an acid spill, always keep battery case upright. (wet cell batteries only)
3. Never smoke or hold an open flame near battery case. They are a known
e
xplosion hazard.
4. Read all of section XI Batteries before attempting to change or charge batteries.
5. Always remove batteries using straps or handle provided. Pinched fingers may occur if
the batteries are removed by grasping the battery casings.
C. CUSHIONS
1. Guardian seats are designed for comfort, not specifically for the relief of pressure.
2. If you suffer from pressure sores, or if you are at risk that they will occur, you may
need a special seat system such as can be provided by the Seat Frame, or a device to
control your posture.
• Consult your doctor, nurse or therapist to find out if you need such a device for
your well-being.
D. FASTENERS
Many of the screws, bolts and nuts on this scooter are special high-strength
fasteners. Use of improper fasteners may cause your scooter to fail.
1. Only use fasteners provided by Sunrise.
2. If fasteners become loose, tighten them as soon as you can.
3. Over- or under-tightened fasteners may fail or cause damage to scooter parts.
• See Section IX, “Set-Up, Adjustment & Use”, for proper torque settings.
F. MOTOR LOCKS
1. Do not engage or disengage motor locks unless power to the scooter is off.
2.
Be awar
e that the scooter will not have brakes when motor locks are in the free-
wh
eel positi
on.
3. Make sure that the person pushing the scooter has full control when motor locks are
disen
gag
ed.
G. ON/OFF SWITCH
1. Never use the ON/OFF switch to stop the scooter except in an emergency. This will
result in an abrupt stop and may cause you to fall.
2. To slow your scooter to a stop, return the control pod to neutral.