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8/9HM 8/9TM User Manual Page 15
5.0 Wheelchair operation
5.1 Getting into and out of a wheelchair independently
5.2 Sideways transfer
5.3 Seat belt
5.4 How to use your wheelchair
5.5 Wheelchair stability
5.1 Getting into a wheelchair independently
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The wheelchair should be pushed up against a wall or solid
piece of furniture;
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The brakes should be on;
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The footplates should be hinged up;
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The user can then lower himself into the chair;
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The footplates should then be pushed down and the feet
rested on them in front of the heel loops.
Getting out of a wheelchair independently
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The brakes should be on;
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The hinged footplates should be hinged up;
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With one hand on each armrest, the person should bend slightly
forward to bring the body weight to the front of the seat, and with both
feet firmly on the ground, one foot well back, push up into the upright
position.
When standing, do not stand on the footplates or the wheelchair will tip up.
5.2 Sideways transfer
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The user should check that the brakes are on;
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The footplates should be hinged up or swung away and the
feet placed firmly on the ground;
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The armrest on the transfer side must be removed, swung
away or swung back;
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The user should bend slightly forward and, with one hand
placed on the bed/chair/WC and the other hand on the
opposite armrest, transfer across;
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A smooth, sliding board between wheelchair and bed allows
the user to slide across.
TRANSFERRING CAUTION: Always engage the wheel brakes before transferring in or
out of your wheelchair.