SAFETY (Cont)
DRIVING ON AN INCLINE
•Drive with caution when attempting to negotiate any line, even access ramps.
•Always climb or descend a gradient by driving straight up or straight down the slope.
•Do not traverse or drive across the face of a gradient.
•Do not attempt to negotiate an incline that is covered with snow, ice, cut or wet grass,
leaves, or any other potentially hazardous material.
•Do not back down an incline.
•Try to keep your GP650 moving when climbing an incline. If you do come to a stop, restart
and accelerate slowly and carefully and lead forward until you reach the top.
•Do not try to descend or climb an incline that is greater than the maximum line stated in the
specifications section of this manual.
WARNING: If, while you are driving down a slope, your chair starts to move faster than you
feel is safe, gently release the joystick and allow your GP650 to come to a stop. When you
feel that you again have control of your power chair, adjust the speed control to a lower
setting then push the joystick forward and continue safely down the remainder of the slope.
MEDICATION
Always check with your physician to determine if any of the medications you are taking may affect
your judgment and/or your ability to operate your GP650
WARNING: Do not connect or allow anyone except an authorized Monarch representative to
connect any electrical or mechanical device to your GP650. Unauthorized accessories will
void the warranty and may cause injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
•Do not attempt to use your GP650 on an escalator. Always use a lift.
•Do not carry passengers on your power chair.
•Do not operate your GP650 if it is not functioning properly.
•Use caution when driving on soft or uneven surfaces such as grass, gravel, and on decks
where there is no railing.
•Never drive on the roadway, except when you must cross the street.
•Always cross streets at intersections and use the most direct route, making sure that your
path is clear and that you are visible to motor traffic.
•Never drive your GP650 up or down a step or curb that is higher than 35 mm.
•Never back up or down a step or curb.
•Never operate your GP650 while you are under the influence of alcohol.
•Do not operate or store your power chair where it will be exposed to rain, snow, mist, and
below freezing temperatures.
•Do not operate your power chair on slippery, icy or salted surfaces.
•Never sit on your power chair when it is in freewheel mode and on an incline or decline.
•Never place your power chair into freewheel mode without a trained assistant present.
•Do not sit on your power chair when it is freewheel mode without the presence of a trained
assistant.
•Do not modify your power chair in any way that is not authorized by Scooters Australia .
•Do not disassemble the tyres. If disassembly is required, have your authorized Monarch
dealer perform any necessary maintenance or repair.
•Do not attempt to inflate the tyres of your GP650 above or below the recommended
pressure (30 lbs /sq inch).
WARNING:NEVER TRANSFER ONTO OR OFF OF THIS POWER WHEELCHAIR USING THE
SEAT BACKREST FOR SUPPORT DURING TRANSFER. THE SEAT BACK MAY FOLD DOWN
AND MAY CAUSE YOU TO LOSE YOUR BALANCE AND COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL
INJURY.
