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THE USE OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR 07
VELDINK
ROLSTOELTECHNIEK
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3. Never lean backward to reach for something,
unless your wheelchair has anti-tilt supports.
Hills and slopes
Warning
Driving up or down a slope or across a slope will
change the centre of gravity of your wheelchair Failure
to heed these warnings may cause serious injuries
when the wheelchair tilts over or you lose control.
1. Avoid turning round on a slope or driving across a
slope, for the chances are your wheelchair will tilt.
If possible always go straight up or down.
2. Always pay special attention when you negotiate a
slope of more than 10% incline (1 in 10). Ask for
help if you believe the slope you want to take is
beyond your capabilities. Anti-tilt supports will not
prevent you from tilting backward on a steep slope.
It may happen you are unable to reach the top of a
steep incline without stopping. If you have to stop
you should do so with the wheelchair positioned
crossways, as otherwise you run the risk of losing
control of your wheelchair and falling over. Usually
a better option is to reverse up the slope, because
you can exercise more force. If this applies to you,
you will have to try out.
3. Always control your speed when doing downhill. If
you drive too fast you may lose control of your
wheelchair. Ask for help if you are unable to drive
up or down a hill. You can control your speed by
exercising pressure on the hoops.
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