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4.6 Hills and slopes
4.6.1 Going uphill
Lean forward when going up.
Before you start to ascend a slope, be sure you have enough strength
and energy to climb it. Try not to stop or turn the wheelchair around. If you are not comfortable about
tackling a gradient, consider an alternative route or get help.
4.6.2 Going downhill
Lean back in the seat when you are going down hills and slopes. Never start going down a slope if
you think you might lose control, and always keep speed low. If you are not comfortable about
tackling a gradient, consider an alternative route or get help.
4.7
How to tilt the wheelchair to negotiate an Obstacle
Tilting or reclining the wheelchair should always be performed with the help of a career. He should
be aware of how to tilt the wheelchair correctly and have sufficient strength and ability to do so
safely.
To recline or tilt the wheelchair, you must hold the wheelchair by the handles and advise the user of
the movement that will take place so that he takes the necessary precautions for his safety. Next,
place your foot on the tail tube and press it, whilst gentle pushing downwards on the handles to
recline the wheelchair. In this way, you can easily overcome an obstacle. The career should lower
the wheelchair slowly and gradually, holding it firmly in order to avoid a heavy impact on the ground.
Attention:
Do not lower the wheelchair quickly as it may injure the user of the wheelchair.
5. General Warnings
The operation of wheelchairs can endanger the life of the user or third parties. Any users
should
always
be fully capable of operating this wheelchair safely.