KOMFI-RIDER Sonic, User Manual

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10.0 OPERATION – USING THE BRAKES
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The brakes on the wheelchair can be operated by either the Attendant Handle Brake
Lever or the Wheel Hand Brake Lever. Note the Wheel Hand Brake Lever should always be
used for when transferring to and from the wheelchair.
WARNING! Always use the Wheel Hand Brake when transferring to and from the
wheelchair, for when the lock is to be used for a long period of time, or for when the lock is to be
used when wheelchair is on any slope/gradient.
10.1 USE OF WHEEL HAND BRAKE
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Always use this Wheel Hand Brake for when transferring to and from the wheelchair, for
when the lock is to be used for a long period of time or for when the lock is to be used
when wheelchair is on any slope/gradient.
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To lock the brake, hold the handle and push the lever forward towards the front of the
wheelchair (Fig 10.1.1).
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When you hear a click, this confirms the brake has locked.
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To un-lock the brake, hold the handle and pull towards the rear of the wheelchair (Fig
10.1.2).
Fig 10.1.1 Fig 10.1.2