GD_MR-INS-LAB-RevA21 • 4000MRQ2 / 4650MR / 4850MR MRI Transport Wheelchair User Manual
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REACHING / BENDING
WARNING: Always turn the casters frontward to provide stability while reaching. If in
doubt, ask for assistance or use a device that will extend your reach without requiring you
to shift your weight.
Although it is not recommended, you may find it occasionally necessary to lean or reach from your
transport wheelchair. Consult with your healthcare professional for assistance in developing your
personal safe reaching or moving techniques suited to your ability and restrictions.
REACHING / BENDING FORWARD OR SIDEWARD
WARNING: Do not attempt to reach objects if you are required to move forward in the seat.
Do not attempt to retrieve objects from the floor if you must reach down between your
knees. Do not shift your weight in the direction that you are reaching and/or bending; this
could cause the transport wheelchair to tip.
Reach Forward Reach Sideward
1. Maneuver the transport wheelchair as close as possible to the object you wish to reach.
2. Rotate both casters fully forward: Go forward, and then back the transport wheelchair toward
the object to swing the casters fully forward.
3. Engage both wheel locks.
4. Ensure the casters are rotated fully forward before reaching. If not, repeat step 2.
REACHING / BENDING BACKWARD
WARNING: Do not engage the wheel locks while reaching or bending backward. Should
your weight suddenly shift accidentally, it is better to roll in that direction than to tip over.
WARNING: Do not lean over the back upholstery; this could cause the transport wheelchair
to tip.
1. Maneuver the transport wheelchair as close as possible to the object; the rear wheels will limit
how close you can get.
2. Rotate both casters fully forward: Go forward, and then back the transport wheelchair toward
the object to swing the casters fully forward.
3. Reach only as far as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position. If in doubt,
reposition the transport wheelchair or ask for assistance.
