Getting On/Off
Whenever transferring, it is recommended you have a supporting point that is higher
than the seat cushion. To avoid and reduce the chance of falling,
please be aware of the following:
● Before getting on and off the chair, ensure that you lift up the armrest and
lower the leg guard.
● Before getting on the chair, ensure that the power is off and the brake is in
“Lock” position. Ensure that the wheels are locked.
● Before getting out of the chair, ensure that the power is off and the brake is in
“Lock”position. Inspect that the wheels are locked. Move
the chair as close as possible to the target position to minimize the risk of
falling during transfer.
● Consult your health care professionals about the safest way to transfer in and
out of the chair.
● Always fold up the footrest while getting on and off the chair
o Do not stand on the footrest to support your body while getting on/off the
chair.
Leaning or Reaching While Seated
Reaching out your hands or leaning your body in the chair may adversely affect
the chair’s balance. If you do not position yourself correctly, you may fall off the
seat or tip over the chair.
● When moving your body such as lifting your body at one side or leaving the
seat, do not lean your body out of the range of the seat cushion.
● When moving forward on your seat, do not lean your body excessively. Your
hips must be always in contact with the seat cushion.
● Do not reach your hands farther than your capability as this may result in
falling due to lost balance.
● Under no circumstance should you try to pick up anything from the floor
through the space between your knees or in front of your body.
● When you extend your body, do not exert force on the footrest to avoid the
chair from tipping over, this may result in serious injury.
● Do not push forcefully against the top of the backrest to avoid tipping over the
chair and causing damage to the backrest.
Failing to follow these guidelines may result in serious injury. If you
do any of these actions, it is at your own risk.
Never reach, bend, or lean in the chair. Doing so will change your
center of gravity and the weight distribution of the chair.
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