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My-Netti.com
Model:
Netti Vision
Language:
English
Version:
2021-06
7.6
DRIVING TECHNIQUES
– DOWN STAIRS –
Never use escalators.
With assistance, forwards:
• Check that the anti-tip is de-activated.
• Drive the wheelchair forward to the first step of
the stairs.
• Angle the wheelchair backwards on the main
wheels.
• Have a firm grip on the push handle, and keep
the balance on the main wheel taking one step
at the time.
• Reaching the bottom of the stair, put the front
castors safely down on the floor.
Activate anti-tip.
If two companions are present, one person
can assist lifting in the front of the frame.
Do not lift the wheelchair holding onto
the foot supports.
Do not lift the wheelchair holding onto
the arm supports.
7.5
DRIVING TECHNIQUES
– UP STAIRS –
Never use escalators.
With assistance, backwards:
• Check that the anti-tip is de-activated.
• Pull the wheelchair backwards to the first step of
the stairs.
• Angle the wheelchair backwards on the main
wheels.
• Pull the wheelchair slowly up the stair, one step at
the time keeping the balance on the main wheel.
• Reaching the top of the stair, pull the wheelchair
backwards far enough to put the front castors
safely down on the floor.
Activate anti-tip.
If two companions are present, one person
can assist lifting in the front of the frame.
Do not lift the wheelchair holding onto
the foot supports.
Do not lift the wheelchair holding onto
the arm supports.
The companions should use the strength
in their legs carrying the chair, avoiding
unnecessary stress on the back.
