Karma VIP 505, Owner'S Manual

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4.14.2.3 Move the chair slowly and carefully forwards while tilting it back
slightly. Be ready to take the weight when the rear wheels cross the
kerb edge. Ensure that both rear wheels touch the ground at the
same time to avoid tipping the chair.
4.14.2.4 Gently lower the front casters. AVOID JARRING THE USER.
4.14.3 Going Down Kerbs Backwards with an Attendant
CAUTION:
● This is the easier and smoother method BUT it requires the attendant to
step backwards into the road.
4.14.3.1 Back the chair to the kerb edge and note that the rear wheels are
equally near the edge.
4.14.3.2 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 rear wheels touch ground at the same time.
4.14.3.3 Tilt the chair back slightly and pull the tilted chair far enough into
the road so that the casters and footrests can be lowered clear of the
kerb.
4.15 Going Up Kerbs
Please note: This operation is best attempted with the aid of an attendant
and the best method is to go up kerbs forwards as this maintains the
direction of travel and is physically less demanding for the attendant.
4.15.1 Going Up Kerbs Forwards with an Attendant
4.15.1.1 As the footrests nearly touch the kerb tilt the chair. The chair should
be tilted just high enough to allow the front casters to roll smoothly
onto the pavement.
4.15.1.2Push the chair forward until the rear wheels are touching the kerb.
Then, continuing the movement, lift at the push handles while
moving the chair forwards.
4.15.1.3 Going Up Kerbs Backwards with an Attendant