Activeforever AZ-1 Portable Automobile Hand Controls User Manual
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Safety Information
WARNING Safety is of the utmost importance when installing and operating with
portable hand controls. If you are unsure about the installation or operating of the
vehicle with portable hand control DO NOT OPERATE THE VEHICLE.
AZ-1 Portable Hand Controls are only made for people with excellent hand function. If
you do not have strong hands DO NOT OPERATE THE VEHICLE with the AZ-1
portable hand controls.
The AZ-1 is only recommended to be used on vehicles with an emergency brake that
is accessible by hand. This is in the event that an emergency occurs and the AZ-1
fails and you must stop the vehicle with the vehicles emergency brake. Therefore
when renting or operating a vehicle, be sure to verify that the car has a hand pull
emergency brake. If the car does not have the hand pull emergency brake DO NOT
OPERATE THE VEHICLE with the AZ-1 portable hand controls.
Your local DMV (Department of Motor Vehicle) might require that you receive testing
to operate the portable hand controls. You must contact your local DMV to determine
if it is required to receive approval to drive with the AZ-1 portable hand control system.
In addition, you must have a valid drivers license to purchase and operate the AZ-1
portable hand controls.
When first using the AZ-1 portable hand control be sure to find a safe location to
operate the vehicle. As when you first learn to drive a car it is imperative that a
qualified member supervises the use of the hand control prior to your independent
use. It is recommended that you visit a qualified driver training class in your local area
to obtain a formal approval to use the AZ-1 portable hand control.
The adjustment of the AZ-1 is important for safe use. Each time you drive the vehicle
you must check the nuts, bolts, pins and finger screws to verify that they are tightened
correctly. If they are loose or appear to be insecure DO NOT OPERATE THE
VEHICLE with the AZ-1 portable hand controls.
Always wear your seat belt when operating the AZ-1 portable hand controls.
Always follow the local, state and federal laws when operating the AZ-1 portable hand
controls.