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art.nr
. 8822150 Rev 2021-01, Publ. 2021-03-23
Panthera
AB reserves the right to make technical changes if required
SAFETY REGULATIONS
Wheelchair skills-ramps, inclined surface, curbs
and
stairs
Driving up on ramps and inclined surface
(Fig. 49)
When driving up on a ramp you need to start with some speed, keep the speed and at the
same time control your direction. Bend your upper body forward and drive the wheelchair
with quick strong strokes on both push rims.
Driving down an inclined surface
(Fig. 50)
When driving down an inclined surface and slopes it is important that you control the
direction and speed. Lean yourself backwards and let the push rims slowly slide through
your hands. You should be able to stop the wheelchair at any time by a firm grip at the
pushrims.
Driving down curbs
(Fig. 51, 52)
With an assistant
(Fig. 51)
Place the wheelchair close to the curbs, the assistant holds the backrest bow and lift up
the castor wheels and keep the wheelchair in balance. Then roll both rearwheels slowly
down the curbs, while you keep a steady grip on the pushrims with both hands until both
castors reach the ground again.
Without an assistant
(Fig. 52)
Place the wheelchair close to the curbs, lift the castor wheels from the ground and keep
the wheelchair in balance. Roll both the rearwheels slowly down the curbs, while you
keep a steady grip on the pushrims with both hands until the castor wheels touch the
ground again.
Fig. 49
Fig. 50
Fig. 52
Fig. 51
