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WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General Use
DO NOT stand on the frame of the transport chair.
DO NOT stand or put pressure on the footrests. When getting in or out of the transport
chair, make sure the footplates are in the up position.
DO NOT attempt to lift the transport chair by any detachable components.
There are potential finger pinch point areas at moving parts and between the seat frame and
the seat cradles on some models. When opening the transport chair, take care not to place
your hand or fingers between the seat frame and the seat cradles (if present) or on any other
moving parts.
ALWAYS keep hands and fingers away from moving parts. DO NOT sit in the transport chair
until the seat is completely in the open position. Risk of injury may occur if care is not
taken.
Ensure the seatback fold-down section is locked in the upright position before use.
The transport chair should be on a stable, level surface with the wheel locks engaged before
transferring the user to or from the transport chair.
Completely engage the wheel locks when entering and leaving the transport chair or using
the transport chair in an elevator or a wheelchair lift.
DO NOT transfer in or out of the transport chair on your own unless you have sufficient
upper body strength, balance and agility and have been instructed in transfer techniques by
a health professional. Every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance between
the transport chair and the target seat or bed. Turn both casters parallel to the object you
are transferring to.
DO NOT use the wheel locks (or hand grip locks if present) to stop the transport chair from
moving. Wheel locks are not brakes. DO NOT use the wheel locks to slow your descent
down an incline.
Changing direction when going down an incline could cause instability.
DO NOT lean forward out of the transport chair any farther than the length of the armrests.
DO NOT attempt to reach for objects if doing so means you must move forward in the seat.
DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching
down between your knees.
DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the
transport chair may tip over.
DO NOT attempt to lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects.
Before leaning or reaching forward, make sure to rotate the casters straight ahead toward
the front of the transport chair and engage the wheel locks to prevent the transport chair
from tipping over or moving.
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