User's Manual
HS-6500
Steep Slopes
When the power wheelchair is to be operated up and down steep slopes, it is recommended
that the user:
1. Visually checks to see if the angle of the slope is less than 10 degrees.
2. Checks that the slope surface is roughened to prevent slippage.
If the slope meets these conditions, it is recommended that the user approach the slope at a
slow speed, keeping the chair under control at all times. It may be preferable to track across
the slope so as to decrease the steepness of the descent providing that the surface of the
slope is wide enough and suitable to prevent slippage.
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Chair Operation on surfaces that require Special Care
When driving up or down ramps it is recommended that the user:
1. Visually checks to see if the angle of the slope is less than 10 degrees.
2. Checks to see that the ramp surface is roughened to prevent slippage.
3. Ensures that the ramp surface is correctly in line with the tires and is wide enough to
allow the tires to pass freely along the ramp.
If the ramp meets these conditions, it is recommended that the user drives the wheelchair
slowly up or down the ramp, ensuring that the chair is driven in the centre of the ramp
tracks. If possible, have an assistant monitor the chairs' progress, and prevent tipping
of the chair by holding the push handles at the back of the seat.
Chair Response
Should the chairs' response not be to your satisfaction, ask your dealer to adjust the
program to a level at which you are comfortable. This program can be altered at
anytime to either increase the response rates in line with your improved motor skills
or to lower the rates to a level at which you feel comfortable and in control.
Curbs
It is recommended that before the user attempts to climb or descend a curb that the user
visually checks the height of the curb to ensure that it does not exceed 1" in height.
If the curb height is less than 1", the user should approach the curb at right angles to
the curb line at a slow speed, climb or descend the curb slowly so as to keep the chair
under control. When climbing the curb, the user may find it easier to reverse the chair
up the curb.
If the curb height is greater than 1", it is not recommended that the user climb or descend
the curb.
If the ramp does not meet these conditions, it is recommended that alternative
methods for climbing and descending be found.
