Karma KM-BT10, Руководство пользователя

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4.2 Transferring In and Out
4.2.1 Transferring In
4.2.1.1 Engage both of the manual brakes.
4.2.1.2 Turn the footplates up and swing them to the side.
4.2.1.3 Lower the user into the seat, allow them to use the armrests
for support.
4.2.1.4 Turn the footplates back down, so that the user can place feet
on them.
4.2.1.5 Ensure that the user's heels rest against the heel supports to
prevent direct contact from the casters.
4.2.2 Transferring Out
4.2.2.1 Make sure that the wheelchair is near the place you are
transferring to.
4.2.2.2 Back the wheelchair sufficiently to ensure that the casters are
pointing forward, i.e. in line with the rear wheels and usually
with the caster forks pointing forward. Ensured that, where
possible, push the rear side of the wheelchair is against a wall
or, if not, it must be firmly held by an attendant.
4.2.2.3 Engage both of the manual brakes.
4.2.2.4 Turn the footplates up and swing them to the side.
4.2.2.5 Slide forwards on the seat.
4.2.2.6 Place one foot firmly on the ground with the knee at a right
angle and the other foot slightly apart and further back.
4.2.2.7 Place your hands on the front of the armrests and moving
your weight forward, bring your head and shoulders up over
your knees as you push yourself up.
CAUTION:
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Always ensure that the front casters are in line with the rear wheels and
pointing forwards and that the back of the chair is secure either against
a wall or firmly held by an attendant.