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STAIRS AND LIFTS
Most multilevel buildings that have stairs and escalators also have lifts. Pride
recommends that you use the lift to move to a different level. Under no circum-
stances should you use escalators. If you must use steps, then we recommend
that you seek assistance. Do not attempt to have your wheelchair proceed rear-
ward down any step, kerb, or other obstacle. This may cause the wheelchair to
tip and cause personal injury.
CORNERING
Always exercise common sense when cornering. If the situation arises where
you have to negotiate a sharp corner, reduce your speed and lessen the sharp-
ness of the turn. This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall.
Other factors which affect the possibility of tipping include, but are not
limited to:
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cornering speed
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steering angle (how sharply you are turning)
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cornering on uneven road surfaces
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cornering on inclined road surfaces
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cornering on a surface that has different types of traction (such as passing
from a grassy area to a paved area, especially at high speed while turning)
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making abrupt directional changes
OFF-ROAD
Pride does not recommend that you use your wheelchair on anything other
than solid, smooth surfaces. Driving your chair on uneven surfaces can cause
your wheelchair to become unstable and tip over.
STREETS AND ROADWAYS
Consult your local laws concerning the use of your wheelchair on public streets
and roadways. Be aware that it may be difficult for traffic to see you. When
crossing public streets or roadways, wait until your path is clear of traffic and
then proceed with extreme caution. Always obey all local pedestrian traffic rules.
MEDICATIONS
Some medications may impair your ability to drive your wheelchair in a safe
manner. Consult your physician if you are taking prescribed or over-the-counter
medication. This includes alcohol. Your prescription may impair your ability to
operate your wheelchair in a safe manner.
INCLEMENT WEATHER
Although your wheelchair was designed for outdoor use, we do not recom-
mend that you use it outdoors during inclement weather. Driving your wheelchair
in the rain or snow or on icy surfaces increases the risk of an accident.
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