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Model:
Netti 4U CE PLUS / CES PLUS
Language:
English
Version:
2022-03
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8.6
DRIVING TECHNIQUES
– DOWN STAIRS –
Never use escalators, even if
assisted by a companion.
With assistance, forwards:
• Check that the anti-tip is turned up.
• Drive the wheelchair forward to the
first step of the stair.
• Angle the wheelchair backwards on
the main wheels.
• Have a firm grip on the push bow, and
keep the balance on the main wheel
taking one step at the time.
• Reaching the bottom of the stair, put the
front castors safely down on the floor.
Turn the anti-tip downwards.
If two companions are present, one person
can assist lifting in the front of the frame.
Do not lift the wheelchair holding onto
the leg supports.
Do not lift the wheelchair holding onto
the arm supports.
8.7
TRANSFER
Techniques for transfering to / from the wheelchair
should be practiced well with the persons
involved. Here, we give some important advices for
preparation of the chair:
With or without companion – sideways.
Before transfer:
• The wheelchair should be placed as close as
possible to the destination of the transfer.
• Pull the wheelchair backwards 50 – 100 mm in
order to make the front castors turn forward.
• Lock the brakes.
• Tilt chair to horizontal position.
• Remove leg support and arm support on
the side of the transfer.
With or without companion – forwards.
Before transfer:
• The wheelchair should be placed as close as
possible to the destination of the transfer.
• Pull the wheelchair backwards 50 – 100 mm in
order to make the front castors turn forward.
• Lock the brakes.
• Tilt chair forward.
