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Safety instructions
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Only use the brake to lock stationary wheels. The
brake is not suitable for slowing the wheelchair
down.
Transporting the wheelchair
Note:
n
Ensure that your fingers do not get caught when
folding up the wheelchair.
n
Only lift the wheelchair using fixed frame
components and not removable accessories such
as armrests, legrests seating, back support etc.
n
In the event of a foldable inner frame. Ensure that
the wheelchair is completely unfolded before you
use it.
Transporting the wheelchair with the occupant in it
in a taxibus
(see also page 30 for more information)
The MyPlus was designed to be secured in a forward
direction in a taxi van. The MyPlus was tested positi-
vely as a crash-test safe wheelchair in accordance with
ISO 7176-19:2008.
It can therefore be transported with
the occupant in it in a taxibus (see also the sticker on
the wheelchair).
n
Attach the wheelchair with its occupant in it in a
taxibus with a four-point securing system.
n
In addition, use a 3-point safety belt to safely
transport the occupant of the wheelchair.
Note:
The normal seat belt used to hold the
occupant in position is not intended for use as a
safety belt.
When transporting the wheelchair with the occupant
in it, Life & Mobility recommends fitting the wheelchair
with a Matrixx headrest.
Safety instructions
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Note:
n
Ensure that there is a minimum distance of 5 cm
between the legrests and the floor. If the distance
between the floor and the legrests is less than
4 cm, the footrests can catch on an uneven floor,
causing you to topple forward.
n
Check the dimensions and correctly adjust them
in accordance with the instructions given in this
manual.
Sitting in the wheelchair
Warning:
n
Ensure that the fingers and limbs of the user do
not become trapped. Be particularly vigilant:
- If the backrest is adjusted a long way backwards.
- If the user is sitting lopsidedly in the wheelchair.
- If the user’s arms are hanging limply over the
armrest.
- In any combination of the above situations.
n
An incorrect sitting position can cause pressure
sores. In case of doubt, please contact your
physician or therapist immediately.
Using the wheelchair
Note:
n
When travelling up a slope, the centre of gravity
will move backwards, making it easier for the
wheelchair to tip over backwards.
n
When self propelling the wheelchair, consider
your hands if there is not much room at the side(s)
of the wheelchair.
n
Accompanying persons must never leave the
wheelchair on a slope without engaging the brake.
n
Never tackle obstacles higher than 10 cm on
your own. Only experienced users with sufficient
strength are generally capable of tackling
obstacles up to 10 cm in height.
n
Engage the brake on the wheelchair before
getting in or out of the chair or transferring from it.
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