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1.6. Slopes
It is recommended to avoid using ramps with a slope higher
than 9°. The wheelchair risks tipping over in the event of
spinning or side movement (figure 14).
Upward slopes (figure 15) :
Lean the upper body forward and your centre of gravity will
move forward to a more stable position. Now move the
wheelchair forward with short quick pushes on the hand
rims to maintain speed and direction control. If you want to
rest, apply both brakes when stopping.
Downward slopes (figure 16) :
Lean backward cautiously and your centre of gravity will
move backward to a more stable position. Now let the hand
rims slide in your hands. Be ready to react at any moment to
control speed and direction.
Warning :
The position of the rear wheel axle and the angle of your
wheelchair’s backrest are two of the key adjustments that can
affect your stability whilst sat in the wheelchair (see figure
14A).
- Avoid turning suddenly and never try to climb and descend
a ramp diagonally (figure 17).
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16
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15
Warning :
It is recommended to avoid using ramps with a slope greater
than 9 degrees and do not attempt to turn whilst on a slope.
The wheel position is usually factory set and should not be
change unless by the direction of a competent person who
must have assessed the impact of the change on your stability
in normal use. If your wheelchair is fitted with a recliner
backrest it is recommended that anti tippers are also fitted
and used whenever the backrest is reclined from the upright
position.
2. Operating instructions
2.1. Unfolding and Folding the wheelchair
2.1.1
Unfolding the wheelchair (figure 18) :
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With one hand, grab the armrest or the seat support tube
on one side of the wheelchair and slightly tilt it towards you
(so that the rear wheel and castor lift from the ground) ;
-
With the other hand, push on the seat tube until upholstery
is fully extended and seat tube sits in receiver.
eg : Standard configuration
for fixed backrest
14A
