Expedition Wheelchair Owner’s Handbook (Page 6)
Code: EXP002_IFU (Iss
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Using The Stepper Pad
An attendant can use the stepper pad to raise the front castors (when
mounting a kerb for example). To use, push down on the stepper pad with a
foot. Do not raise the front castors by pushing down on the push handles as
this could result in damage to the wheelchair.
To mount a kerb.
Approach the kerb head on. Then the attendant uses the stepper pad to raise
the front castors, and lowers the front castors on the raised kerb. Finally the
attendant should push the wheelchair forward, lifting it up slightly to mount
the kerb if required.
To go down a kerb.
Line up the front castors with the edge of the kerb. The attendant uses the
stepper pad to raise the front castors and tip the user slightly back. Keeping
the castors raised, slowly lower the wheelchair down the kerb.
