Rio Mobility Pivot User Manual - Warning
Pivot
TM
User Manual
www.riomobility.com
1. Safety Warnings
WARNING
DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST
CONSULTING WITH A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL.
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, other-
wise injury or damage may result.
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT INITIAL SETUP OF THIS LEVER
DRIVE BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN, SUCH
AS A WHEELCHAIR OR BICYCLE MECHANIC.
The Pivot
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.
YOUR ANTI-TIP DEVICES MUST BE INSTALLED ON YOUR
WHELCHAIR TO ENSURE A SAFE RIDE.
The Pivot
TM
is a specialized piece of medical equipment, with unique handling and maneuvering
characteristics. Whether you are a new wheelchair user or have years of experience, you MUST take
the time to learn and practice on the Pivot
TM
before you begin regular riding.
Operating in or around a lever drive 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.
Users must ride the Pivot
TM
with the utmost care, caution, and safety. It is recommended that you
inspect your chair and lever drive carefully before each ride.
Rio Mobility is not responsible for any injuries resulting