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2.2.4 Kerbs
2.2.4.1. Whenever possible, get help from an assistant/attendant. If you have
assistance, make sure that your chair is equipped with push handle.
2.2.4.2. DO avoid huge impacts when descending a kerb. A huge impact
could probably damage the wheelchair.
2.2.4.3. Never try to scale or descend a kerb that exceeds a normal height.
2.2.4.4. Always be careful and never move up or down a kerb in reverse
without an attendant.
WARNING:
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Any improper use of the wheelchair could cause severe injury or death.
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For increasing your safety, please make sure that you have realized those
guidelines as mentioned previously.
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ALWAYS follow The Use of Invalid Carriages on Highways Regulations
outdoors and the guidelines written in this owner's manual.
2.2.5 Streets
2.2.5.1. Always cross streets with great caution.
Reflective tape on the wheelchair and/or your
clothing will make you more visible to drivers.
2.2.5.2. Please comply with traffic safety code.
2.2.5.3. Avoid potholes and rough terrain that might
cause the casters to get stuck.(See Figures 2.5)
Figure 2.5
2.2.6
Stairs
2.2.6.1. Always use two or more assistants. Tilt the wheelchair to its point of
equilibrium. One assistant (at the back) holds the wheelchair up
against the first step, gripping the handles firmly to lift. The second
assistant, holding firmly a fixed part of the front frame, lifts the
wheelchair above the stairs and holds it while the first attendant
places one foot on the following step and repeat the operation.( See
Figures 2.6~2.7)
2.2.6.2. Never go down steps forwards.
2.2.6.3. Never use an escalator for transport; use an elevator.
