GD-450-525-INS-LAB-RevA21 • Regency 450 / 525 User Manual
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CURBS — WITH ATTENDANT
Going up (Method 1)
Going Up (Method 2)
(Going Down)
WARNING: When approaching a curb, ensure the hand grips are securely fastened and do
not turn or slip off.
Curbs should only be negotiated with the assistance of an attendant. The following are
suggestions only
for curb negotiation. It is important for you to develop your own safe technique
that is best suited for your abilities with the aid of your healthcare professionals.
Going Up (Method 1)
When approaching a curb, ensure the hand grips are securely fastened and do not turn or slip off.
Tilt the wheelchair backward to its balance point and move forward until the front casters pass
over the top of the curb. Lower the front casters slowly onto the curb while lifting the wheelchair
by the push handles, and push forward until the rear wheels roll up and over the curb. Ensure the
wheelchair has completely cleared the curb and can not roll backwards.
Going Up (Method 2)
Ensure the hand grips are securely fastened and do not turn or slip off. Turn the wheelchair
around and back up until the rear wheels are against the curb. Tilt the wheelchair back to its
balance point and lift up by the push handles while pulling the wheelchair up and over the curb.
DO NOT let the front casters down until the wheelchair is back far enough to clear the curb.
Going Down
Ensure the hand grips are securely fastened and do not turn or slip off. While standing behind
the wheelchair, turn the wheelchair around and carefully back down the step. Hold the handgrips
tightly and pull the wheelchair to where the rear wheels reach the curb edge, then slowly roll
the rear wheels down onto the lower level. After the wheels are safely on the lower level, tilt the
wheelchair back to its balance position and turn it face forward. Lower the front casters carefully
by placing one foot on the tipping lever and gradually decreasing the force of exertion.
STAIRS AND ESCALATORS
WARNING: Never attempt to negotiate stairs or escalators in your Regency 450 / 525.
Stairs and escalators are dangerous obstacles. If you encounter steps and there is no ramp
available, avoid the steps by utilizing the disabled designated elevators now required in most
locations.
WEIGHT TRAINING
WARNING: This wheelchair is not designed or tested as a seat for weight training.
