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steep terrain, kerbs and steps
Steep terrain: These wheelchairs are not designed for use on gradients
beyond 10°. When on a slope, avoid swerving or sudden changes in movement.
Over kerbs: Attendants push down on the stepper tube with a foot to raise
the front castors (when mounting a kerb for example).
To mount, approach the kerb head-on. The attendant uses the stepper tube to
raise the front castors, and lower the front castors on the raised kerb. Then
push the wheelchair forward, lifting it up slightly to mount the kerb if required.
To go down, align the front castors with the kerb edge. Using the tube to keep
the castors raised, tip the user slightly back and slowly lower the wheelchair.
Multiple steps: The wheelchair is not designed to mount staircases, so may
require carrying if no elevators or ramps are available. Attendants are
responsible for being suitably trained and competent to lift the wheelchair with
minimal risk of harm. Do not carry using the handles or any removable sections.
!
Common misuse
Do not lean or push down on the push handles, as this can
damage the wheelchair.
folding and storage
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1
PADDLE
Folding
the
backrest
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Common misuse
The paddle is intended to be pushed. Do not pull
the paddle to fold the backrest.
To fold the backrest, push the black paddle
towards the back post with your thumb (1) whilst
pulling the handle down (2). Repeat this operation
for the other handle. To secure the backrest, lift
both handles together until the folding mechanism
locks automatically.
Do not push down on the handles to raise the wheels, as
this could damage the wheelchair. See steep terrain, kerbs
and steps to mount obstacles using the stepper tube.
This wheelchair is easily foldable to minimise storage space. Once the
footrests have been either folded and swung outwards, or removed (see
footrest adjustment), fold the wheelchair by pulling upwards on the centre
edges of the seat sling. Store with the parking brakes on, in a dry
environment, away from direct sunlight.
Note: The wheelchair may be folded and stored in a motor vehicle.
