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XS Aluminium Wheelchair (2021-02 rev1)
steep terrain, kerbs and steps
Steep terrain:
These wheelchairs are not designed for use on gradients
beyond 10°. When on a slope, avoid swerving or sudden changes in movement.
Over kerbs:
Attendants push down on the stepper tube with a foot to raise
the front castors (when mounting a kerb for example).
The stepper tube at the back of the
wheelchair comes with an integral anti-tip
wheel (shown in
Adjusting anti-tip wheel
). To
adjust the height of these wheels and
enable the wheelchair to tip backwards, pull
the metal disc (1) and adjust the height of the
wheel (2). Release the disc and slide the
anti-tip wheels to ensure they are locked in
position.
To mount kerbs, lift the anti-tip wheels fully and approach the kerb head-on.
Then the attendant uses the stepper tube 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, line up the front castors with the edge of the kerb. The attendant
uses the stepper tube to raise the front castors and tip the user slightly back.
Keeping the castors raised, slowly lower the wheelchair down the kerb.
Multiple steps:
The wheelchair is not designed to mount staircases, so may
require carrying if no elevators or ramps are available. Attendants are
responsible for being suitably trained and competent to lift the wheelchair with
minimal risk of harm. Do not carry using the handles or any removable sections.
!
Common misuse
Do not lean or push down on the push handles, as this can
damage the wheelchair.
!
Common misuse
In most cases, attendants should also raise the front castors when
going down kerbs, to prevent the user from falling or sliding out.
Adjusting
anti-tip wheel
1
2
Self Propel Only:
To lock, push the lock tab (B)
forward. Pull back to release.
