User Manual
Issue No: 14 | 2015
Fig 10
A
B
Lengthening and shortening the wheelbase
Lengthening the wheelbase will increase the stability
and maintain standard manoeuvrability of the chair.
Shortening the wheelbase will increase the
manoeuvrability and distribute additional weight onto
the rear wheels.
To lengthen the wheelbase move Camber Bar toward
the rear of the frame. See Fig 11.
To shorten the Wheelbase move the Camber Bar
toward the front of the frame. See Fig 11.
A = Rearward / Lengthen B = Forward / Shorten
Manoeuvring your RGK wheelchair
WARNING
BEFORE attempting to manoeuvre your new
wheelchair it is important to practice and master
these techniques until you are comfortable and
competent.
WARNING
During operation, handrims can get hot when
being used to slow down. Extra caution is to be
used when going downhill.
WARNING
Manoeuvring across a slope may
affect the stability of the wheelchair.
Use extreme caution on slopes.
Remember to lean your upper body further forward
when going up slopes and steps. See Fig 12.
Remember to lean your upper body further back
when going down slopes and steps. See Fig 13.
Never try to climb or descend a slope diagonally.
See figure 14.
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User Manual | Handling of Wheelchairs
Fig 11
Fig 12
Fig 13
Fig 11
Fig 1 2
Fig 13
Fig 14
WARNING
Any change in axle position can affect your centre of gravity and stability.
