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Language:
English
Model
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Netti 4U comfort|CE
Version:
November 2010
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Language:
English
Model:
Netti 4U comfort|CE
Version:
November 2010
Language:
English
Model
:
Netti 4U comfort|CE
Version:
November 2010
Language:
English
Model:
Netti 4U comfort|CE
Version:
November 2010
7.6 Driving techniques
- Down stairs -
Never use escalators, even if assisted
by a companion.
With assistance, forwards
• Check that the anti tip is turned up
• Drive the wheelchair forward to the first
step of the stair.
• Angle the wheelchair backwards on the
main wheels.
• Have a firm grip on the push bow,
and keep the balance on the main wheel
taking one step at the time
• Reaching the bottom of the stair, put the
front castors safely down on the floor.
T
urn the anti tip downwards.
If two companions are present, one
person can assist lifting in the front
of the frame.
Do not lift the wheelchair holding
onto the foot supports.
Do not lift the wheelchair holding
onto the armrests.
7.7 Transfer
Techniques for transfering to/from the
wheelchair should be practiced well with
the persons involved. Here, we give some
important advices for preparation of the
chair:
With or without companion - sideways.
Before transfer:
• The wheelchair should be placed as close
as possible to the destination of the
transfer.
• Pull the wheelchair backwards 5-10 cm in
order to make the front castors turn
forward.
• Lock the brakes.
• Remove foot support and arm support
on the side of the transfer.
With or without companion – forwards.
Before transfer:
• The wheelchair should be placed as close
as possible to the destination of the
transfer.
• Pull the wheelchair backwards 5-10 cm in
order to make the front castors turn
forward.
• Lock the brakes.
• Tilt chair forward
