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Crossing Obstacles
If you are a first time user or don’t have the physical strength, it is advisable to have an
attendant assist you while crossing obstacles (e.g. sidewalk kerb). The attendant can tilt the
chair back using the hand grips and the rear tilt bar, then pushing large wheels as far as the
kerb, then lifting the wheelchair up over the kerb.
If you are an experienced user and have the physical strength, the following method may be
used. Place the wheelchair in front of the kerb. By moving the push rim quickly forward, the
castors will lift and the chair will surge forward enabling you to place the castors on top of the
kerb. Then by leaning forward ease the rear wheels up the kerb. If footplate touches obstacle,
perform same operation but lift the front castor just before the obstacle is reached.
Descending from obstacles
Descending from shallow obstacles can be dealt with by rolling forward and keeping the body
in an upright position. Higher obstacles can be dealt with by reversing. Bring the two large
wheels to the edge of the obstacle and slowing easing down using the push rim as a brake
and the body leaning forwards to avoid tipping.
Static ability
Reaching forward, to the side or to the back of the wheelchair will affect the stability of the
wheelchair. Do not take risks, especially when chair is not on a level plane.
Seat belt
If there is a need for a lap type posture restraining belt to be fitted to the G1/G3 Wheelchair
Chair we recommend that you contact your nearest agent or Glide Rehabilitation Products
direct for correct fitting procedures.
