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Riding down the hill, step
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This maneuver should be done while riding backwards.
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The silhouette should be leaned forwards in order to properly move the center of gravity
while the speed of ride should be controlled by firm grip on the handrims.
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It is important to control the direction and speed while riding down the hill.
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Note!
In case of longer hills you should ride only in the company of the third person who will walk
protectively behind the wheelchair.
USAGE WITH HELP OF THE ACCOMPANYING PERSON
Optionally, the wheelchair can be pushed by the accompanying person who holds hand grips placed
on the backrest. The accompanying person must obey the following rules:
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Before the ride, make sure that no user’s body part or piece of cloth is exposed to moving
parts of the wheelchair.
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When the user is not able to keep sitting position independently, equip (additionally) the
wheelchair with stabilizing belts.
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The wheelchair should be pushed with both hands. When it is necessary to raise the front
wheels, press the lower grip of the frame with one foot and simultaneously pull the hand
grips towards you; lean over the wheelchair backwards.
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To stop the wheelchair, move the wheel lock lever (located at the rear wheels) towards the
front of the wheelchair until the wheel is locked (perceptible resistance). Repeat the action
with the other wheel. To release the wheel lock and allow further riding, move the lever
towards the back of the wheelchair.
Note!
While getting in or out the wheelchair, changing the user’s position or stop, the wheels must
be absolutely locked.
Note!
Never leave the user in the wheelchair unattended (even with engaged wheel locks) on ramps
and landings, etc.!
Riding down the step
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Ride up to the edge of the step and grab handrims.
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Pull both hand grips towards you and simultaneously press the tube of the frame with your
foot in order to lift front wheels.
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Keeping the wheelchair in this position, move the wheelchair carefully down the step and
push it forwards so that the front wheels touch the ground.
