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8/9HM 8/9TM User Manual Page 37
8.7 Brake options
Hub Brakes
The fitting of a hub wheel brake to the rear wheels, allows an
attendant or carer to have enhanced control of the wheelchair
when it is being pushed. Hub brakes can be used to slow the
wheelchair down whilst in motion or control the movement while
on an uphill or downhill slope, as well as being used as a parking
brake when the wheelchair is stationary. The operating lever
allows the brakes to be applied gradually or fully. When applied a
self-locking mechanism on the lever keeps the brake held in the
ON position. The position of the operating levers on the push
handles generally restricts their operation to an attendant or carer
and is independent of the user. The operation of the Hub brakes is
independent of tyre wear and pressure, provided these are
maintained correctly.
To apply the brakes: -
Squeeze the operating lever on each push handle until the motion of the wheelchair is slowed or
stopped. This allows the locking lever to lock the lever and release the operating lever.
To disengage the brakes: -
Squeeze the operating lever and flick back the release lever gently, releasing the operating lever.
Only release brakes completely on flat or level ground.
Locking
lever
Operating
lever