When riding up a slope or overcoming
a frontal obstruction, it is recommended to
lean slightly forward.
When riding down a slope and overcoming
a frontal obstruction, lean slightly
backwards. At the same time always control
the driving wheels and be ready to use the
push rims to brake.
When riding up or down a slope, keep in
mind the possible unevenness of the surface
and make sure to avoid a collision and
turning the wheelchair over.
When overcoming a frontal obstruction
stop directly in front of it and make sure
that you do not hit the obstruction with
the foot-rests (the wheelchair could turn
over, especially when riding down a slope).
Move the driving wheels with an impulse
in a way that the front wheels come onto
the obstruction first, leaning your body
slightly forwards. Then give another impulse
to come to the obstruction with the rear
wheels, too. If the obstruction is not very
high, it is sometimes better to get down
the slope with your back first with your
body leaning slightly towards the slope
(forwards).
When overcoming an obstruction both up
a slope or down a slope: both wheels have
to get over the obstruction at the same
time.
Never underestimate obstructions, if
necessary, always ask another person for
help.
Do not go down the stairs without the help
of another person.
Before using the wheelchair outdoors it is
recommended that you acquire certain skills
and abilities.
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U S I N G T H E W H E E L C H A I R
DYNAMIC STABILITY:
SAFETY RULES
• When getting on and off the wheelchair:
- Have both wheels stalled (there is a danger of the wheel getting away and a fall)
- Have the foot-rests folded up (it will make getting on and off the wheelchair easier)
• Before a ride
- check the air pressure in the tires
- check the function of the brakes
- check the condition of the textile parts and the arm rests
• While riding:
- be careful if the terrain is steep
- do not lean against the footrests with all your weight
- avoid sudden energetic movements that could break the stability of the wheelchair
- if necessary, always get another person to help you
