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4.3.3 Tilting by the User
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Make sure your feet are on the footplates and will not slip off.
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Release both brakes.
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Grasp both push rims and give a firm, sudden forward push immediately
before the obstacle, continue the momentum (be ready to keep pushing) until
the obstacle is mounted.
CAUTION:
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This method should only be attempted by people experienced in wheelchair
use. Strong arms are also necessary. It is always better to have the help
of an attendant.
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Leaning backwards causes the castors to rise higher BUT it is much safer to
lean forwards and stay balanced.
4.3.4 Going Down Kerbs (Curbs)
Please note: It is always better to avoid kerbs where possible by using ramped
curbs kerbs or slopes and this operation is best attempted with the aid of an
attendant.
4.3.4.1 Going Down Kerbs (Curbs) Forwards With an Attendant
CAUTION:
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This is the more difficult method and can jar the user but allows a better view
of traffic.
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Be careful that the anti -tipper does not get caught on the kerb(curb) causing
the user to fall.
NEVER ALLOW THE CHAIR TO TIP FORWARDS WHEN GOING DOWN
A KERB (CURB).
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Position the chair so that the front castors are near the edge of the kerb(curb)
and make sure that the road is clear.
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Move the chair slowly and carefully forwards while tilting it back slightly. Be
ready to take the weight when the rear wheels cross the kerb (curb) edge.
Ensure that both rear wheels touch the ground at the same time to avoid
tipping the chair.
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Gently lower the front castors (casters). AVOID JARRING THE USER.
4.3.4.2 Going Down Curbs Backwards With an Attendant
CAUTION:
This is the easier and smoother method BUT it requires the attendant to step
backwards into the road.
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Back the chair to the kerb edge and be careful that the back wheels are
equally near the edge.
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Grasping the push handles, gently lower the rear wheels onto the road. Be
prepared to control the weight as it descends and ensure that the back
wheels touch ground at the same time.
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Tilt the chair back slightly and pull the tilted chair far enough into the road so
that the castors and footrests can be lowered clear of the kerb (curb).