Invacare Auriga10 - Manual (Page 21)

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4.3 Driving up and down gradients
The Invacare® Auriga/Auriga 10 can safely climb the following gradients:
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4-Wheel Version (up to 150 kg payload): 12°
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3-Wheel Version (up to 120 kg payload): 12°
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3-Wheel Version (up to 150 kg payload): 10°
WARNING: Danger of tipping over!
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Only ever drive downhill at a maximum of 2/3rds of the top speed!
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Always return the backrest of your seat to an upright position before ascending slopes! We
recommend that you lean the backrest slightly to the rear before descending slopes!
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Never attempt to ascend or descend a slope on slippery surfaces or where there is a danger
of skidding (such as wet pavement, ice etc)!
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Avoid trying to get out of the vehicle on an incline or a gradient!
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Always drive in a straight direction along the road or path you are travelling on, rather than
attempting to zigzag!
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Never attempt to turn around on an incline or a slope!