D400
2013-06
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An experienced user can negotiate curbs by himself:
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WARNING:
Risk of tipping over – If you have not enough experience to control
the wheelchair, get help from an attendant.
1.
Drive until the curbs.
2.
Ensure that the footplates do not touch the curbs.
3.
Lean backwards so you are balancing on the rear wheels.
4.
Role the frontwheels balancing over the curbs.
5.
Bend forwards for more stability.
6.
Role the rear wheels over the curbs.
2.11.3
Taking of stairs
Taking of stairs while you staying in the wheelchair shall be according following rules:
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WARNING:
Risk of tipping over – Taking of stairs shall always with 2 attendants.
1.
Remove the footrests.
2.
One attendant tip the wheelchair slightly backwards.
3.
The second attendant take the front of the frame.
4.
Stay calm, avoid sudden movements and keep your arms inside the wheelchair.
5.
Take the steps on the rear wheels of the wheelchair.
6.
Mounting the footrests back after taking the stair.
2.12 Fold up the wheelchair
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CAUTION:
Chance of pinching – Do not place your fingers between the
components of the wheelchair.
1.
Fold or remove the footrests (see § 2.4).
2.
Take the seat on the front side and backside and pull it up.
2.13 Taking off the wheels
To facilitate the transport off the wheelchair the rear wheels can be taken off:
1. Make sure the brakes standing in the off
position.
2. Take the wheelchair to the side frame where
you want to remove the wheel.
3. Press the button
in the center of the wheel
hub.
4. Pull the wheel away from the frame.
