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4.9 Transferring Out
4.9.1 Make sure that the chair is near the place you are transferring to.
4.9.2 Back the chair sufficiently to ensure that the casters are pointing forward, i.e. in line
with the rear wheels and usually with the caster forks pointing forward. Ensure
that, where possible, the rear of the chair is against a wall or, if not, it must be
firmly held by an attendant.
4.9.3 Engage both hand brakes.
4.9.4 Turn the footplates up and swing them to the side.
4.9.5 Slide forwards on the seat.
4.9.6 Place one foot firmly on the ground with the knee at a right angle and the other
foot slightly apart and further back.
4.9.7 Place your hands on the front of the armrests and moving your weight forward,
bring your head and shoulders up over your knees as you push yourself up.
CAUTION:
● Never stand on the footplates when getting into (or out of) the chair. (See
Figure 4.13)
● When getting in and out of the wheelchair please use the hand brakes. The hand
brake is the lever at the side of the wheelchair.
● Please ensure that neither the tread on your tires nor the brake block has
become too worn. If pneumatic tires are fitted, please maintain at the
recommended tire pressure for the same reason.
● Please ensure that occupant's fingers do not get caught in the brake.
● Do not lean on the side panel when transferring in or out.
Figure 4.13
Figure 4.14
