Safety
2.2.3 Reaching, Leaning and Bending—Forward
Many activities require the wheelchair user to reach, bend
and transfer in and out of the wheelchair. These movements
will cause a change to the normal balance, center of gravity,
and weight distribution of the wheelchair. To determine
and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending,
reaching and transferring activities in several combinations
in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before
attempting active use of the wheelchair
Fig. 2-1
Fig. 2-2
Engage motor locks and turn power off before reaching,
leaning or bending only as far as your arm will extend
without changing your sitting position. Position the casters
so that they are extended away from the drive wheels and
engage wheel locks/motor locks/clutches.
2.2.4 Reaching, Bending—Backward
Fig. 2-3
Position wheelchair as close as possible to the desired
object. Position the casters so that they are extended
away from the drive wheels to create the longest possible
wheelbase, engage the motor locks and turn power off.
Reach back only as far as your arm will extend without
changing your sitting position.
2.2.5 Transferring To and From Other Seats
WARNING!
Risk of Serious Injury or Damage
Improper transfer techniques may cause serious
injury or damage.
– Before attempting transfers, consult a health
care professional to determine proper transfer
techniques for the user and type of wheelchair.
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