GD-450-525-INS-LAB-RevA21 • Regency 450 / 525 User Manual
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REACHING / BENDING
WARNING: Always turn the casters frontward to provide stability while reaching. If in
doubt, ask for assistance or use a device that will extend your reach without requiring you
to shift your weight.
Although it is not recommended, you may find it occasionally necessary to lean or reach from your
wheelchair. Consult with your healthcare professional for assistance in developing your personal
safe reaching or moving techniques suited to your ability and restrictions.
REACHING / BENDING FORWARD OR SIDEWARD
WARNING: Do not attempt to reach objects if you are required to move forward in the seat.
Do not attempt to retrieve objects from the floor if you must reach down between your
knees. Do not shift your weight in the direction that you are reaching and/or bending; this
could cause the wheelchair to tip.
Reach Forward Reach Sideward
1. Maneuver the wheelchair as close as possible to the object you wish to reach.
2. Rotate both casters fully forward: Go forward, and then back the wheelchair toward the object
to swing the casters fully forward.
3. Engage both wheel locks.
4. Ensure the casters are rotated fully forward before reaching. If not, repeat step 2.
REACHING / BENDING BACKWARD
WARNING: Do not engage the wheel locks while reaching or bending backward. Should
your weight suddenly shift accidentally, it is better to roll in that direction than to tip over.
WARNING: Do not lean over the back upholstery; this could cause the wheelchair to tip.
1. Maneuver the wheelchair as close as possible to the object; the rear wheels will limit how close
you can get.
2. Rotate both casters fully forward: Go forward, and then back the wheelchair toward the object
to swing the casters fully forward.
3. Reach only as far as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position. If in doubt,
reposition the wheelchair or ask for assistance.
