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Safety / Handling of Bariatric Wheelchairs
Safety and handling of the Bariatric wheelchair requires the close attention of the
Bariatric wheelchair user as well as the assistant. This manual points out the
most common procedures and techniques involved in the safe operation and
maintenance of the Mighty Bariatric wheelchair. It is important to practice and
master these safe techniques until you are comfortable in manoeuvring around
the frequently encountered architectural barriers.
Use this information only as a basic guide. The techniques that are discussed on
the following pages have been used successfully by many users.
Individual Bariatric wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with daily living
activities that may differ from those described in this manual. All warnings and
cautions given in this manual MUST be followed.
Techniques in this manual are a starting point for the new Bariatric wheelchair
user and assistant with safety as the most important consideration for all.
Stability and Balance
To assure stability and proper operation of your Mighty Bariatric wheelchair, you
must at all times maintain proper balance. Your Mighty Bariatric wheelchair has
been designed to remain upright and stable during normal daily activities as long
as you do not move beyond the centre of gravity.
Virtually all activities which involve movement in the Mighty Bariatric wheelchair
have an effect on the centre of gravity. Use the adjustable seatbelt for additional
safety.
DO NOT lean forward out of the Mighty Bariatric wheelchair any further than the
length of the armrests. Make sure the castors are pointing in the forward position
whenever you lean forward. This can be achieved by advancing the Mighty
Bariatric wheelchair and then reversing a little in a straight line.
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