Sunrise Medical Trek 4 Mobility Aid User Manual


 
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2. Proceed slowly and use extra care if you must operate your scooter on a wet or slick
surface.
Do so only if you are sure it is safe.
Stop if one or both main wheels lose traction. If this occurs, you may lose control
of your scooter or fall.
Never operate your scooter on a slope or ramp if there is snow, ice, water or oil
film present.
When in doubt, have someone help you.
3.
When not in use, keep your scooter in a clean, dry place.
I. TERRAIN
1. This scooter is designed for use on firm, even surfaces such as concrete, asphalt and
indoor flooring.
2. Do not operate your scooter in sand, loose soil or over rough terrain. Doing so may
damage wheels, bearings, axles or motors, or loosen fasteners.
J. STREET USE
In most states, power scooters are not legal for use on public roads. Be alert to
the danger of motor vehicles on roads or in parking lots.
1. At night, or when it is hard to see, use reflective tape on your scooter and clothing.
2. It may be hard for drivers to see you. Make eye contact with drivers before you pro-
ceed. When in doubt, yield until you are sure it is safe.
K. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY
To date, the U.S. Department of Transportation has not approved any tie down
system for transporting a scooter in a motor vehicle.
1. Never sit in this scooter while in a moving vehicle. In an accident or sudden stop you
may be thrown from the scooter.
2. Always move to an approved vehicle seat. You must be secured with proper motor
vehicle restraints.
3. Never transport this scooter in the front seat of a vehicle. It may shift and interfere
with the driver.
4. Always secure this scooter so that it cannot roll or shift.
L.
CENTER OF B
ALANCE
The point wher
e this scooter will tip f
orw
ard, back or to the side depends on its
center o
f balance and stability
.
The Center Of Balance Is Affected By:
1.
Th
e seat h
eight and seat angle.
2.
A chan
g
e in your bod
y positi
on, postur
e or wei
ght distribution.
3. Using this scooter on a ramp or slope.
4.
Th
e use o
f a back pack or other options, and the amount of added weight.
T
o Reduce The Risk Of A F
all Or Tip-Ov
er:
1. Consult your supplier for information on modifications authorized by Sunrise before
you modify or adjust this scooter.
NO
TE–
Y
ou m
ay need to make additional changes to correct the center of balance.
2. Use extreme care until you know the balance points of this scooter and how to avoid
a fall or tip-over.
VI. General Warnings
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