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Language: English Model: Netti III HD Version: February 2013
If two companions are present, one
person can assist lifting in the front
of the frame.
Do not lift the wheelchair holding
onto the foot supports.
Do not lift the wheelchair holding
onto the arm support.
The companions should use the
strength in their legs carrying the chair,
avoiding unnecessary stress on the
back.
8.6 Driving techniques
- Down stairs -
Never use escalators, even if assisted
by a companion.
With assistance, forwards
• Check that the anti tip is turned up and
that the push handles are fixed properly.
• Drive the wheelchair forward to the first
step of the stair.
• Angle the wheelchair backwards on the
main wheels.
• Have a firm grip on the push handles, and
keep the balance on the main wheel taking
one step at the time
• Reaching the bottom of the stair, put the
front castors safely down on the floor.
T
urn the anti tip down.
If two companions are present, one
person can assist lifting in the front of
the frame.
Do not lift the wheelchair holding onto
the foot supports.
Do not lift the wheelchair holding onto
the armrests.
8.7 Transfer
Techniques for transfering to/from the
wheelchair should be practiced well with
the persons involved. Here, we give some
important advices for preparation of the
chair:
With or without companion - sideways.
Before transfer:
• The wheelchair should be placed as
close as possible to the destination
of the transfer.
• Pull the wheelchair backwards 5-10
cm in order to make the front
castors turn forward.
• Lock the brakes.
• Remove foot support and arm
support on the side of the transfer.
With or without companion – forwards.
Before transfer:
• The wheelchair should be placed as
close as possible to the destination
of the transfer.
• Pull the wheelchair backwards 5-10
cm in order to make the front
castors turn forward.
• Lock the brakes.
• Tilt chair forward.
