SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS
P9000
™
XDT
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Part No. 1118386
Transferring to and From Other Seats
WARNING
ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power OFF and engage the clutches to prevent the
wheels from moving BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair.
Also make sure every precaution is taken to reduce the gap distance by turning
both casters parallel to the object you are transferring onto.
CAUTION
When transferring, position yourself as far back as possible in the seat. This will
prevent broken screws, damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair
tipping forward.
NOTE: This activity may be performed
independently provided you have adequate
mobility and upper body strength.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to
FIGURE 3.1.
1. Position the wheelchair as close as
possible along side the seat to which
you are transferring, with the casters
pointing parallel to it.
2. After the wheelchair is positioned
properly for transfer, verify that the
clutches are engaged. Refer to
Engaging/Disengaging the Clutches on
page 60.
FIGURE 3.1
Transferring to and From
Other Seats
3. Shift body weight into seat with transfer.
During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will be beneath you. Use a transfer
board if at all possible.
Reaching, Leaning and
Bending - Forward
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 3.2 on page 23.
1. Position the front casters as far forward as possible.
2. Engage clutches and, if applicable, wheel locks*.
WARNING
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.
Minimum Gap Distance
