Snappi System User Manual
Document No: 053-05 v29
Page 64 of 75
December 2015
Snappi System User Manual.doc
8: Attendant pushing
8.1 Pushing
Important:
At the start of every journey make sure that the interface is correctly fitted into the frame and
that the locking clips are fully closed. Please refer to section 4.3 ‘Fitting the seat to the
chassis’ for more information.
Do not allow children to play with either of the gas spring release levers.
1. The wheelbase is easy to push over hard, even surfaces but may be more difficult
over rough, uneven surfaces and the wheels can sink into soft ground. Never force
the wheelbase if it becomes stuck, this may cause the rear wheels to lift and the
wheelbase to be tipped forwards. If the wheelbase gets jammed on a stone or
cracked pavement, tip it backwards to raise the front wheel over the obstacle and
then proceed. On soft ground it may be easier to pull the wheelbase backwards.
2. The wheelbase has swivelling front castor wheels and is easily steered simply by
turning the wheelbase in the desired direction.
3. Whenever possible avoid steep and uneven surfaces because there is a danger
that the wheelbase may tip over. If you cannot avoid difficult surfaces you must
take extra care when travelling across them.
4. If your pushchair is fitted with the optional pneumatic tyres, always check that no
sharp objects are in your path to avoid the risk of a puncture.
5. Do not use the wheelbase in sandy conditions.
6. Always use two hands for pushing the wheelbase.
7. For the comfort of the occupant always avoid pushing too fast or making sudden
fast turns, jerking, jolting and bumping. Many occupants are liable to be affected by
rough handling, which can cause loss of confidence, discomfort or pain.
8. Avoid kerbs. Wherever possible use ramped kerbs or slopes. This will make
pushing the wheelbase easier and safer and will be more comfortable for the
occupant.
9. Avoid steep kerbs and flights of steps because of the danger of losing your grip on
the wheelbase or of the occupant being tipped out. Always use a ramp or lift if
available. Do not push the chair down flights of stairs as this puts strain on the
pushchair and puts the occupant at risk.
10. To tip the wheelbase backwards when climbing kerbs, stand behind and whilst
holding onto the push handle with both hands, press down and pull backwards. This
will lift the front of the wheelbase.
