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8/9HM 8/9TM User Manual Page 7
2.2 Intended use
Your wheelchair is intended for use in the home, the office, public places and buildings and
similar locations on pavements, pedestrian paths and firm surfaces. It is intended to assist with
the mobility of the user on the seat and should not be used as a ladder or as a means of pulling
or transporting items, or similar.
Do not use the wheelchair on soft surfaces such as sand, deep snow, slush or mud
as this may affect the stability.
Care should be exercised when using the wheelchair on wet or slippy surfaces such
as wet cobbles or icy pavements, as these may cause the wheels to slip or may cause
carers/attendants controlling the wheelchair to slip.
Using your wheelchair during darkness or poorly lit areas
When using your wheelchair during darkness or in poorly lit areas then consideration should be
given to the use of high visibility markers or reflectors that can be fitted to the wheelchair or the
use of high visibility/reflective clothing such as fluorescent waistcoats, belts or armbands,
particularly in poorly lit areas or when crossing the road.
Maximum safe slope
The maximum safe slope for this wheelchair is 6 degrees. (This represents a slope of approx 1 in
9)
See further notes and guidance in section 5.5 on
wheelchair stability
Obstacle climbing
30 mm
Maximum safe slope
1 in 9 or 6º
Maximum User weight
160Kg (25 Stone)
Users, carers and attendants attempting to use the wheelchair beyond the
manufacturer’s recommendations may put themselves at risk of serious injury or even
death.