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Remember that a heavy object hung on the backrest may change the centre of gravity.
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Be particularly careful when the accompanying person drives into a curb, a stair or some
other obstacles. It is essential not to lean over the wheelchair beyond its point of gravity as
the wheelchair may tip over. The weight of the wheelchair with the user will have to be
maintained by the accompanying person.
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Make sure that the accompanying person is strong enough to push the wheelchair safely.
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Do not use the wheel lock in order to slow down the wheelchair. Engaging the wheel lock
while the wheelchair is moving may pose threat to user’s safety.
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Do not use the wheelchair under the influence of alcohol or medicine that may impair the
ability of machine or vehicles operation. It concerns both the user of the wheelchair and the
accompanying person.
Note! Do not
exceed maximum capacity of the wheelchair!
Note! Do not
transfer the wheelchair by grasping the armrests or footrests. The wheelchair
should be transferred by grasping the frame construction. It is unacceptable to transfer the
wheelchair with the user.
Note!
The wheelchair can be used both inside and outside the buildings
ONLY
on hardened and
even surfaces. It is unacceptable to use the wheelchair on icy, wet, greasy, and strongly sanded
surfaces as they do not provide firm stability to the user. Do not use the wheelchair outdoors
under unfavourable weather conditions.
Note! Do not
overcome architectonic obstacles rapidly what affects the user’s safety. In cases of
significant difficulties, you should ask for help at least one fit person.
Note! Do not
ride through e.g. doors without checking whether their width is greater than the
outer width of the wheelchair.
Note! Do not
sit on the wheelchair when it is not properly unfolded and the frame is not in
connecting elements.
Note! Do not
place any objects between the spokes as it may lock wheels.
Note! Do not
use the wheelchair to transport heavy objects.
Note! Do not
climb on the wheelchair, stand on the seat and its remaining parts.
INDEPENDED USE OF THE WHEELCHAIR
The user may use the wheelchair independently using the handrims fixed to the wheels. Depending
on user’s strength and health conditions, it is possible to move on the wheelchair and turn into
desired direction independently. Using the wheelchair
requires
basic skills in controlling over the
device.
