1 SAFETY RULES
8
Inc. All rights reserved
1.1.3. CROSSING A SLOPE
•
The wheelchair can negotiate slopes at low speed, with a maximum incline of 10°,
external or internal, and a length of at least 3 metres, alone or with an assistant. The
assistant must always be at the back of the wheelchair, whether ascending or
descending, and should hold the back support posts.
•
Do not make sudden stops and starts.
•
Always fasten the positioning belt.
•
Anti-tips must be fitted to the wheelchair.
•
Anti-tips must not be damaged or worn.
•
When descending a slope, do not let the wheelchair accelerate.
•
Stop if you feel you are losing control.
•
Restart slowly, without letting the wheelchair accelerate.
•
Do not approach a slope diagonally.
•
Climb and descend slopes in a straight line, directly along the slope's axis; This
reduces the risk of tipping or falling.
•
Avoid slippery slopes or surfaces.
•
Avoid quick turns from a slippery surface to a grippy surface to prevent tipping.
•
The wheelchair will maintain stable and in control of its path if all of the above
conditions are met. Ascending or descending an incline with a tilt wheelchair is
possible, if the consulting health care professional is satisfied that the user
understands the limitations of the wheelchair and is able to navigate under these
conditions.
1.1.4. TRANSFERRING
•
Always
switch off
the control box before transferring or transporting (stand-
alone tilt).
•
Fold down the foot supports.
•
We recommend that you remove the leg supports before transferring.
•
Always apply the brakes before transferring or before sitting in the wheelchair.
•
Never lean forward or backward to reach an object.
•
Position yourself sideways to the object to be reached, as close as possible.
•
Use the arm support transfer supports to help you stand up, after checking that
they are securely in place.
•
Never sit on a reclining back support.
•
Never stand on the foot supports.
•
Never sit on the arm supports.
