8
Approaching an obstacle
Obstacle crossing
User.information
The following pages give general in-
formation and suggestions for the
handling and use of the shower and
toilet wheelchair in everyday situa-
tions. New situations must be prac-
tised with the support of a helper.
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Always approach small obstacles,
e.g. steps or curbs, slowly and at a
right angle (90°) until the steering
wheels almost touch the obstacle.
Briefly stop the wheelchair and
then drive over the obstacle.
!
. Attention:
Brake very carefully when driving
backwards. – Abrupt braking with
the handrims can cause you to tip
over!
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Avoid extreme braking through
the handrims, since the generated
friction heat between handrim
and hand can lead to injuries.
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The footboard is to be swivelled
upward before transfer out of or
into the shower and toilet wheel-
chair.
