Angela,

I'd be glad to chat with him.

As to the wiring: there is a detachable node in the side of the battery at
the back of the chair.  I guess the other exposed components are at human
mercy as they can't yell "ouch" when pulled.  Good advice about labeling.

I'll be on my own, fortunately not flying United.

Thanks for your suggestions.

Steve M.


Date:         Tue, 6 Jul 1999 16:33:46 -0700
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From:         Angela <[log in to unmask]>
Organization: Parents Helping Parents, Inc. - www.php.com
Subject:      Travel with Electric Wheels

I have heard horror stories recently about travelling with a power chair
including wiring up after the flight that wrecked the chair and the
airline won't pay for the damage. Apparanetly this happens alot with a
large airline  - United Airlines. I stongly suggest that you get someone
to label the battery wiring so that it is obvious. If you would like to
talk to a power chair user who flies all the time let me know and I'll
ask him if I can give you his email address.
Regards
Angela Patterson
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