Handicare Alex, General User Manual

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Use of the wheelchair
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5 Use of the wheelchair
5.1 Getting in and out of the wheelchair
Getting in and out of a wheelchair is sometimes called making a transfer.
Be careful! Before a transfer is made, ensure that:
• The controller has been switched off
•
That the freewheel switch has been switched to ‘drive’ (ch. 5.6)
• Do not stand on the foot-plates. These have not been designed to accommodate
the full weight of a person. In addition, this could cause the wheelchair to topple
over.
5.1.1 Forwards transfer
1. Fold up the foot supports
2. Swing the calf plates to the side (if applicable)
3. If possible, swing the legrests to the side
4. Seat yourself in the chair
5.1.2 Sideways transfer
1. Unscrew the cap and remove the armrest
2. Seat yourself in the chair
Figure 5.1