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Netti Rullestoler
language:
English
model:
Netti I Comfort
Version:
November 2010
The companions should use the strength
in their legs carrying the chair, avoiding
unnecessary stress on the back.
8.6 Driving techniques
- Down stairs -
Never use escalators, even if assisted by a
companion.
With assistance, forwards
• Check that the anti tip is turned up and
that the push handles are fixed properly.
• 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 handles, 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 down.
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.
With assistance, backwards.
• Check that the anti tip is turned up, and
that the push handles are fixed properly.
• Pull the wheelchair backwards to the first
step of the stairs.
• Angle the wheelchair backwards on the
main wheels.
• Pull the wheelchair slowly up the stair, one
step at the time keeping the balance on the
main wheel.
• Reaching the top of the stair, pull the
wheelchair backwards far enough to put
the front castors safely down on the floor.
Turn the anti tip down.
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
arm supports.
