Leaning forwards or backwards
These movements could tip the chair over.
Consequently, we recommend you make no sudden
movements under any circumstances. If you need to
lean backwards, keep your back against the back of
the chair at all. If you need to lean forwards, make sure
that the front wheels point forwards to give maximum
support. Apply the parking brake and do not lean
beyond the armrest.
Falls from wheelchair
If the chair tips over, position yourself in front
of it and use your upper members to get in the
correct position in the chair. Then ask another
person to lift up the chair.
Ramps and obstacles
Before trying to overcome an obstacle or go up a slope, make sure you have
practised the manoeuvre with a technician, occupational therapist or other
health-care professional. Do not try it on your own the first time. Have an
attendant watch your manoeuvres until you acquire the necessary skill. Do
not try to go up or down gradients of more than 10 per cent without help. Go
over obstacles with both wheels at the same time (front wheels or rear wheels
if you prefer to address the obstacle going backwards). Make sure that the
footplates do not hit the floor when going up or down steps.
Folding the chair
Set the footplates of the footrest upright and pull up
the seat upholstery until the chair is folded. Never exert
force on the armrests or footrests to fold the chair.
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