User Manual
Issue No: 14 | 2015
User Manual | Safety Summary
06
Weight Training
RGK DOES NOT recommend the use of its wheelchairs
as a weight training apparatus. RGK products have NOT
been designed or tested as a seat for any kind of weight
training. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight
training apparatus, RGK shall NOT be liable for bodily
injury and the warranty will be voided immediately.
Stability and Balance
To assure stability and proper operation of your
wheelchair, you must at all times maintain proper
balance. Your wheelchair has been designed to remain
upright and stable during normal daily activities as long
as you do not move beyond the centre of gravity.
Virtually all activities which involve movement in the
chair have an effect on the centre of gravity.
Make sure the castors are pointing in the forward
position whenever you lean forward. This can be
achieved by advancing the chair and then reversing it
in a straight line. See Fig 1.
Coping with the irritation of everyday obstacles can
be alleviated somewhat by learning how to manage
your wheelchair. Keep in mind your centre of gravity to
maintain stability and balance.
WARNING
The position of the footrest, camber tube, height,
as well as the tautness of the back upholstery are
directly related to the chairs stability. Any change
to one or any combination of the three may cause
the chair to decrease in stability. Use EXTREME
caution when using a new seating position for the
first time.
Castors pointing forward
Fig 1
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