SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS
Pronto
®
M94
™
20
Part No. 1122145
While the walking beam allows to traverse
up to a 2-inch bump or threshold, stopping
after the wheels cross the bump poses a
problem. The chair cannot reverse over the
bump at this point. Continue forward and
then turn around.
While the M94 is designed for use
primarily in and around the home, the
provider should determine whether this
chair is suitable for the actual environment
the chair will be used in.
FIGURE 3.1 - COPING WITH
EVERYDAY OBSTACLES
DO NOT go down ramp at full speed. Some seat/back positions will cause wheelchair to
feel unstable.
CAUTION
Be aware of condition of ramp. Traction will be diminished/nonexistent on a slip-
pery surface. Proceed with caution.
A NOTE TO WHEELCHAIR ASSISTANTS
When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, remember to use good body
mechanics. Keep your back straight and bend your knees whenever tilting wheelchair or
traversing curbs or other impediments.
Also, be aware of detachable parts such as arms or legrests. These must NEVER be used
to move the wheelchair or as lifting supports, as they may be inadvertently released,
resulting in possible injury to the user and/or assistant(s).
When learning a new assistance technique, have an experienced assistant help you before
attempting it alone.
LIFTING/STAIRWAYS
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to move an occupied power wheelchair between floors using a
stairway. Use an elevator to move an occupied power wheelchair between floors. If
moving a power wheelchair between floors by means of a stairway, the occupant
MUST be removed and transported independently of the power wheelchair.
Ensure that driving surfaces, ramps, lifts, elevators, etc. are capable of supporting
combined weight of user and wheelchair (for a 500 lbs user, the combined weight
could be up to 800 lbs).
2-inch Bump
or Threshold
