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before the obstacle, continue the momentum ( be ready to keep pushing ) until the obsta-
cle is mounted.
CAUTION: Leaning backwards causes the casters to rise higher BUT it is much safer to lean
forwards.
1.3.4 Going down curbs :
Please note: It is always better to avoid curbs or to use ramped curbs or opes..Where possible the
operation is best attempted with the aid of an attendant.
Going down curbs forwards with attendant:
CAUTION: This is the more difficult method and can jar the user but allows a better view of
traffic.
NEVER ALLOW THE CHAIR TO TIP FORWARDS WHEN GOING DOWN A CURB.
Step 1. Position the chair so that the front castors are near edge of the curb and make sure that
the road is clear.
Step 2. Tilt the chair as described above.(Tilting by an attendant)
Step 3. Move the chair slowly and carefully forwards. Be ready to take the weight when the rear
wheels cross the curb edge. Ensure that both rear wheels touch the ground at the same
time to avoid tipping the chair.
Step 4. Gently lower the front castors.
TRY TO AVOID JARRING THE USER.
Going down curbs backwards with an attendant:
CAUTION: This is the easier and smoother method BUT it requires the attendant to step back-
wards into the road and sensible Highway Code precautions must be taken.
Step 1. Back the chair to the curb edge and be careful that the back wheels are equally near the
edge.
Step 2. Grasping the push handles, gently lower the rear wheels onto the road. Be prepared to
control the weight as it descends and ensure that the back wheels touch ground at the
same time.
Step 3. Tilt the chair back slightly and pull the tilted chair far enough into the road so that the
castors and footrests can be lowered clear of the curb.
1.3.5 Going up curbs :
Please note: This operation is best attempted with the aid of an attendant and the best method is to
go up curbs forwards as this maintains direction of travel and is physically less demanding of the
attendant.
Going up curbs forwards with attendant:
Step 1. As the toes or footrests approach the curb .
Step 2. The chair should be tilted just high enough to allow the front castors to roll smoothly