S. REDUCE THE RISK OF A FALL, TIP-OVER OR
LOSS OF CONTROL
WARNING
1.
Never
use your chair on a slope unless you are sure you can
do so without losing traction.
2.
Always
go as straight up and as straight down as you can.
•
Do not
“cut the corner” on a slope or ramp.
•
Do not
turn or change direction on a slope.
3.
Always
stay in the center of the ramp. The ramp needs to
be wide enough so that the wheel won’t roll off of the side
of the ramp.
4. Keep your chair moving at a slow, steady speed. Keep con-
trol over the chair at all times.
• On a descent, do not let your chair accelerate beyond its
normal speed.
• If the chair picks up speed, center the joystick to slow
down or stop.
• If you stop, re-start slowly
T. RAMPS AT HOME & WORK
WARNING
Before driving on a ramp, survey the condition of the ramp. On
slippery ramps traction may be reduced causing your wheelchair
to slide.
WARNING
NOTE–
Make sure ramps meet all Building Codes for your area.
1. For your safety, have a licensed contractor build or remodel
the ramp to meet all local codes and standards.
2. The proper design will vary, depending on such things as: the
length and height of the ramp; the need for an intermediate
platform; landing size; doors, and the direction of swing, and;
whether the ramp includes a turn or angle.
At A Minimum:
1. Open sides of ramp must have side rails to prevent your
chair from going over the edge.
2. Slope must not be steeper than one inch in height for every
one foot of slope length (approximately 10º).
3. Ramp surface must be even, and have a non-skid surface.
4. You may need to add a section at the top or bottom to
avoid a lip or drop-off.
5. Ramp must be sturdy. Add bracing if needed, so ramp does
not “bow” when you ride on it.
U. WHEELCHAIR LIFTS
WARNING
Wheelchair lifts are used in vans, buses, and buildings to help you
move from one level to another.
1.
Always
turn
off
all power to your chair when you are on a
lift. If you fail to do so, you may touch the joystick by acci-
dent and cause your chair to drive off the platform. (Be
aware that a “roll-stop” at the end of the platform may not
prevent this).
2. Make sure there is not a lip or drop-off at the top or bot-
tom of the platform. These may cause a fall or tip-over.
When in doubt, have someone help you.
3.
Always
position the user securely in the chair to help prevent
falls while on a lift.
4.
Avoid
moving forward if a wheel is “hung up” on the lip of
the ramp. Backup, reposition the caster for a more direct
approach. And slowly try again.
V. CURBS & SINGLE STEPS
WARNING
1. Sunrise recommends that you avoid climbing and/or descending
a curb, single step, or other obstacle, and that a ramp or curb
cutout is always used.
2. If you must climb or descend a curb, single step, or other
obstacle that is greater than 2.5", it is recommended to have
a person assist you in doing so.
3.
DO NOT
try to climb a curb, single step, or other obstacle
greater than 4" high.
4. If you must climb or descend a curb or step alone do so at your
own risk using extreme care and use the following procedure:
• Proceed slowly, at a steady speed
• Go as straight up or down as you can over the obstacle.
Never turn when trying to climb or descend an obstacle,
doing so may result in a fall or tip-over.
5. Failure to follow the above recommendations may cause:
• A Fall or Tip Over
• Damage to the frame, wheels, axles or other parts, or
loose fasteners.
W. STAIRS
WARNING
Never use this chair to go up or down stairs, even with an atten-
dant. Doing so is likely to cause a fall or tip-over.
X. ESCALATORS
WARNING
Never take this chair on an escalator, even with an attendant.
Doing so is likely to cause a fall or tip-over.
VI. GENERAL WARNINGS
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