Finding the tipping point
1.
Release the brake.
2. Roll forwards a short distance, grasp both handrims firmly
and push forwards with a slight kick.
3.
The shift in weight and steering in opposite directions with
the handrims will enable you to identify the tipping point.
6.5 Negotiating steps and kerbs
WARNING!
Risk of overturning
When negotiating steps you could lose your
balance and tip the wheelchair over.
–
Always approach steps and kerbs slowly and
carefully.
–
Do not go up or down steps that are higher than
25 cm.
CAUTION!
An activated antitipper prevents the wheelchair
from tipping backwards.
–
Deactivate the antitipper before going up or
down steps or kerbs.
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