OPENING AND FOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR
Opening the wheelchair
Remove all outer packaging from the wheelchair.
Gently pull the arms apart and the wheelchair should open. Push
down on the sides of the seat to ensure that the chair is fully
opened. Ensure the cross brace seat rails locate fully into the seat
guides and the seat rails lie parallel with the frame tubes.
Folding the wheelchair
The wheelchair footplates should be lifted to the vertical position
and the detachable footrests removed prior to folding. Also fold
down the backrest.
Grip the front edge of the seat upholstery and pull upwards. The
crossbars of the wheelchair will come together closing the
wheelchair.
On fold down back models, fold the backrest prior to folding the
chair.
Reaching, leaning and bending
If you find yourself having to reach lean or bend, it is important to
ensure that the front castors are used to give extra stability.
Position the front castors in a forward position and apply the
brakes.
DO NOT sit on the front of the seat and attempt to reach for high
objects. This could potentially lead to a forward tip and injury to
the user.
DO NOT attempt to pick up objects that are situated on the
floor between your legs.
ALWAYS seek assistance if there is an object outside your
reach.
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