User Manual Ecotec 2G
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Drive Medical GmbH & Co. KG | As per: 28.11.2017 | Subject to error and change
EN
The person in front of the wheelchair grabs the sides of
the frame in the front of the wheelchair and lifts the chair
over the steps, while the other accompanying person
steps on the next step, repeating the first process.
Do not lower the wheelchair until you hurdled the last
step of the person in front of the wheelchair.
Carrying a wheelchair down the stairs is the same pro-
cess as explained previously, in reversed order.
Do not try to lift the wheelchair at detachable parts
(for example: armrests, leg rests and footrests).
Avoid using an escalator.
LIFTING THE WHEELCHAIR WITH HOISTS
If the wheelchair must be lifted with an
articulated crane,to hurdle obstacles,
you must not use spots other than the
4 marked with a hook sticker as shown
here.
Do not try to lift the wheelchair at detachable parts
(for example: armrests, leg rests and footrests)
DRIVING ON AN INCLINE
We suggest avoiding ramps with an incline greater than
9°. There is a chance the wheelchair might tip over in
the event of the wheels spinning or riding tilted.
Ascending a ramp:
Lean your torso forward and use the hand rims with
fast strokes, to keep up the proper speed. If you need a
brake or relax on your journey, you must make sure to
activate the two fixing brakes at the same time.
Descending a ramp:
Lean your torso backwards and let the hand rims go
(flow through your hands), making sure you have the
speed and direction under control.
Avoid sudden directional changes, never try to as-
cend or descend a ramp diagonally and never try
to turn the wheelchair while ascending.
The wheelchair is not applicable as a seat for cars.
OVERHEATING IN THE SUN OR RADIATORS
The wheelchair must not be permanently exposed to
temperatures greater than +40°C. Otherwise the frame
as well as seat, backrest and armrests can heat up,
which might cause burns.
FORWARD TRANSFER
If you’re capable of getting up and standing on your own,
you may change seats by leaning forward. If you have
trouble with this movement, we advise you to seek assis-
tance from an accompanying person or nurse, to ensure
an easy and safe transfer.
Activate both brakes and make sure both steering wheels
point towards the front.
Please bear in mind that you must not support yourself on
the brakes.
Grab the handle of the armrest firmly and support yourself
on your arms, to stand up easily. The accompanying per-
son may help you complete the transfer.
• Position yourself as close to the desired place as
possible.
• When changing your position, please sit as far back
as possible, to prevent screws from breaking, seat
cushions from getting damaged, or the wheelchair
from tipping over.
• Activate the two brakes; these brakes should in no
way be used as support for the transfer.
• You must never support yourself on the footrests,
while sitting or getting up.
TIPPING OVER, HURDLING OBSTACLES, FOR EX-
AMPLE CURBSIDES
Moving onto the sidewalk:
The accompanying person positions the wheelchair
straight in front of the curbside. He/ she tips the
wheelchair backwards, until the steering wheels reach
the curb; he/she pushes the wheelchair straight for-
ward, until the back wheels hit the curb, when he/ she
pushes the wheelchair again, until the back wheels go
over the curbside.
Going off the curbside:
The accompanying person positions the wheelchair
forwards with their back facing the sidewalk and tips
it back until it is balanced. Next, he/ she pushes the
wheelchair forwards until the back wheels touch the
street. After hurdling the obstacle, he/ she lowers the
front steering wheels until they too touch the ground.
Stairs:
We suggest seeking help from two people, one in front
of the wheelchair and one behind it, due to the fact that
hurdling stairs is more difficult and dangerous.
The person behind the wheelchair, tips the wheelchair
backwards until it is balanced. Then he/ she pushes the
wheelchair against the first step, grabbing the handle
firmly, to prepare to lift the wheelchair.
