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Keep in mind that insufficient tyre pressure or heavily worn out tyre treads have a
detrimental effect on braking efficiency.
After driving through a puddle keep in mind that wet tyres reduce braking efficiency.
15.5.
Picking up objects
Always remember that picking up objects will alter the centre of gravity
which will affect the stability of the chair. This can cause the wheelchair to tip over,
either backwards (see figure on the left), sideways or forwards. In the latter case,
enlarge the wheelbase by positioning the front wheels in the same way they are
positioned when driving backwards. It is also advisable to draw as near as possible to
the object before attempting to pick it up.
15.6.
Transfer sideways
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Drive as close as possible to the object you wish to transfer to.
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Put on the brakes
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Flip up the footrest of the wheelchair and put your feet on the ground.
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Lift the armrest on the side you are transferring to.
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Transfer yourself in your usual way out of the wheelchair or have yourself
transferred out of the wheelchair.
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Lateral transfer is only in the complete sitting position of the wheelchair allowed.
