WARNING!
Risk of Injury, Damage or Death
Improper use of wheelchair may cause instability and
may result in injury, damage or death. The stability of
the wheelchair is adversely affected by additional
weight that shifts the center of gravity.
-This wheelchair has been designed to
accommodate one individual. DO NOT operate
with additional person(s).
-DO NOT carry heavy objects on your lap while
operating the wheelchair.
WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Damage
Improper position and activity, such as reaching,
bending or transferring may change the normal
balance, center of gravity or weight distribution of the
wheelchair causing injury or damage.
-Observe and follow all instructions and warnings
regarding reach, weight, balance and positioning.
-Determine and establish your particular safety limits.
Practice bending, reaching and transferring activities
in several combinations in the presence of a qualified
healthcare professional before attempting active use
of the wheelchair.
-DO NOT move beyond the center of gravity.
-DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any
further than the length of the armrests.
-DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move
forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by
reaching down between your knees.
-DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward
the direction you are reaching.
-DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair.
-DO NOT lean over the top of the back of the
wheelchair.
6.4.1 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward
Many activities require the wheelchair user to reach, bend and
transfer in and out of the wheelchair. These movements will
cause a change to the normal balance, center of gravity, and
weight distribution of the wheelchair. To determine and
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