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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A FALL,
TIP-OVER OR LOSS OF CONTROL:
!
WARNING
1. NEVER use your power wheelchair on a slope unless you are
sure you can do so without losing traction.
2. ALWAYS go as straight up and as straight down as
you can. (See Fig.4).
• DO NOT ”cut the corner” on a slope or ramp.
• DO NOT turn or change direction on a slope.
3. ALWAYS stay in the center of the ramp. Make sure ramp is
wide enough that you are not at risk that a wheel may roll off
the side.
4. Keep your power wheelchair moving at a slow,
steady speed. Keep control at all times.
• On a descent, DO NOT let your power wheelchair
accelerate beyond its normal speed.
• If the power wheelchair picks up speed, center the
joystick to slow down or stop.
NOTE
- The solid state power module has a logic system
that will help control your speed when driving on
a slope or uphill.
• Should you be required to stop on a slope, please
re-start slowly.
5. When in STANDING mode,
• NEVER operate the power wheelchair in a slope
• NEVER reverse
• NEVER dress or change clothes
• NEVER go over obstacles
Return to a seating position prior to the above.
Figure 4.
Do not turn on a slope.
RAMPS AT HOME AND WORK
!
WARNING
Before driving on a ramp, return to a seating position and survey
the condition of the ramp. On slippery ramps traction may be
reduced causing your wheelchair to slide.
!
WARNING
Make sure ramps meet all Building Codes for your area.
For your safety, have a licensed contractor build or remodel a
ramp to meet all standards.
NOTE
- The proper design will vary, depending on such things as:
the length and height of the ramp; the need for an intermediate
platform; landing size; doors, and the direction of swing, and;
whether the ramp includes a turn or angle.
WHEELCHAIR LIFTS
!
WARNING
Wheelchair lifts are used in vans, buses, and buildings to help you
move from one level to another.
1. ALWAYS return the wheelchair in the neutral position (See
Fig.5)
2. ALWAYS turn off all power to your wheelchair when you
are on a lift. If you leave it on, you may touch the joystick by
accident and cause your wheelchair to drive off the platform.
(Be aware that a ”roll-stop” at the edge of the platform may
not prevent this).
3. Make sure there is not a lip or drop-off at the top or bottom
of the platform. These may cause a fall or tip-over. When in
doubt, have someone help you.
4. ALWAYS position the user securely in the wheelchair to help
prevent falls while on a lift.
5. Avoid moving forward if a wheel is caught on the lip of
the ramp. Backup, reposition the caster for a more direct
approach, and slowly try again.
Figure 5.
The neutral position.
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