6. When you descend a curb or single step, slowly lower the
chair in one easy movement. Do not let the chair drop the
last few inches to the ground. This may damage the chair or
injure the rider.
7. To avoid tripping, unlock and rotate anti-tip tubes up, out of
the way.
8. Whenever you aren’t attending the wheelchair, ALWAYS use
the Hub lock, and wheel-lock to secure the rear wheels, and
lock the anti-tip tubes in place.
If you fail to ask for help you run a high risk of a fall, tip-over or
loss of control that may occur and cause severe injury to the rider
or others.
3. This chair has push handles. They provide secure points for
you to hold the rear of the chair to prevent a fall or tip-over.
Check to make sure push handle grips will not rotate or slip
off.
4. To prevent injury to your back, use good posture and proper
body mechanics. When you lift or support the rider or tilt
the chair, bend your knees slightly and keep your back as
upright and straight as you can.
5. Remind the rider to lean back when you tilt the chair back-
ward.
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VI. SAFETY WARNINGS: FALLS & TIP-OVERS
V. GENERAL WARNINGS
A. CENTER OF BALANCE
WARNING
The point where this chair will tip forward, back or to the side
depends on its center of balance and stability. How your chair is
set up, the options you select and the changes you make may affect
the risk of a fall or tip-over.
1. The center of balance Is also affected by:
a. A change in the set-up of your chair, including:
• The distance between the rear wheels.
• The amount of rear wheel camber.
• The seat height and seat angle.
• Backrest angle.
b. A change in your body position, posture or weight distri-
bution.
c. Riding your chair on a ramp or slope.
d. A back pack or other options and the amount of added
weight.
2. To Reduce The Risk Of An Accident:
a. Consult your healthcare advisor to find out what axle
and caster position is best for you.
b. Consult your Premium Retailer BEFORE you modify or
adjust this chair. Be aware that you may need to make
other changes to correct the center of balance.
c. Have your Premium Retailer help you until you know the
balance points of your chair and how to avoid a tip-over.
If you fail to heed these warnings, you are at a high risk of a fall,
tip-over or loss of control that could cause severe injury to the
rider or others.
B. DRESSING OR CHANGING CLOTHES
WARNING
Your weight may shift if you dress or change clothes while seated
in this chair.
To reduce the risk of a fall or tip-over:
1. Rotate the front casters until they face forward. This makes
the chair more stable.
2. Lock anti-tip tubes in place. If your chair does not have anti-
tip tubes, back it up against a wall and lock both rear wheels
If you fail to heed this warning, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over
or loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider
or others.
C. OBSTACLES
WARNING
Riding over curbs or obstacles can cause tipping and serious bodily
harm. If you have any doubt that you can safely cross any curb or
obstacle, ALWAYS ASK FOR HELP. Be aware of your riding skills
and personal limitations. Develop new skills only with the help of
a companion.
To avoid the risk of traversing obstacles:
1. Keep a lookout for danger – scan the area well ahead of
your chair as you ride.
2. Make sure the floor areas where you live and work are level
and free of obstructions.
3. Remove or cover threshold strips between rooms.
4. Install a ramp at entry or exit doors. Make sure there is not
a drop off at the bottom of the ramp.
5. To Help Correct Your Center Of Balance:
a. Lean your upper body FORWARD slightly as you go UP
over an obstacle.
b. Press your upper body BACKWARD as you go DOWN
from a higher to a lower level.
6. If your chair has anti-tip tubes, do not go over an obstacle
without help.
7. Keep both of your hands on the handrims as you go over an
obstacle.
8. Never push or pull on an object (such as furniture or a
doorjamb) to propel your chair.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-
over or loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the
rider or others.
D. FRONT CASTER LIFT
WARNING
Front caster lift can occur when the front wheels, ordinarily in
contact with the ground, are either intentionally, or unintentionally
caused to lift from the ground while the rear wheels remain in
contact. Pitch control (partial or full) should NEVER be attempted
without consulting your Premium Retailer and making sure that
anti-tips are installed.
If you fail to heed this warning, you are at a high risk of damage to
your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control that may occur and
cause severe injury to the rider or others.
