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To transport the wheelchair upwards or downwards, one person grabs hand grips and pull
the wheelchair towards him/her, slightly lifting front wheels.
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The second person grabs the frame from the front (remove the footrests for this purpose)
and assisting each other, pull or lower the wheelchair.
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Perform these activities smoothly and calmly with no sudden moves which may cause an
accident.
Note! Remember to protect the user properly by fastening the belts around user’s trunk.
Car
Note!
Wheelchair users should not be transported in vehicles while in wheelchair. To travel safely,
the user should be secured in the seat of the car while the folded wheelchair should be placed in the
boot.
Note!
Do not transport the wheelchair inside the car! It may pose a huge risk for the passengers in
case of car accident!
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To transport the wheelchair, fold it, and if necessary, dismantle the footrests and rear
wheels.
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If such, follow dismantle/assembly instructions given in this manual.
Ramps
In order to transport the user in the wheelchair on ramps, strictly follow the safety rules and act as in
case of transporting the user on stairs (see above).
Note! Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations of ramp and strictly comply with permitted
loads.
