Rio Mobility Firefly User Manual - Warning
Firefly
TM
User Manual
www.riomobility.com
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1. Safety Warnings
WARNING
DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST
READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL.
If you are unable to understand the warnings, cautions, or instructions, contact sales@riomobility.
com, your health professional, dealer, or technical personnel before attempting to use this
equipment, otherwise injury or damage may result.
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT INITIAL SETUP OF THIS
HANDCYCLE BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN,
SUCH AS A WHEELCHAIR OR BICYCLE MECHANIC.
The Firefly
TM
will increase the performance of your wheelchair. Follow the recommendations in
your wheelchair manual. Additional information, recommendations, and warnings are included in
this manual.
As with any three-wheeled vehicle, side-to-side stability is decreased compare to a
wheelchair alone, so use caution when turning at high speeds
.
YOUR ANTI-TIP DEVICES MUST BE INSTALLED ON YOUR
WHEELCHAIR TO ENSURE A SAFE RIDE.
The Firefly
TM
is not intended as an exclusive means of mobility. In most states, the use of
wheelchairs on public roads is prohibited. Required operating conditions are on dry paved
surfaces during daylight hours. The use of reflectors and a flag or tall marker is recommended for
maximum visibility. Do not operate handcycle during low visibility conditions.
Operating in or around a handcycle involves a certain level of risk and inherent danger of serious
bodily injury. These possible risks include, but are not limited to, permanent disability, neck and
head trauma, limb dismemberment and in extreme cases, even death. It is recommended to wear
a helmet during operation.
Users must ride the Firefly
TM
with the utmost care, caution, and safety. It is recommended that you
inspect your chair and handcycle carefully before each ride.
Rio Mobility is not responsible for any injuries resulting