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2 Handling and Transportation
2:1 Folding
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Flip up the footrests
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Lift up the seat, see illustration
2:2 Unfolding
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Press down on one side of the
seat frame using the whole of
the hand, see illustration
Do not hold the seat frame
tube while unfolding as there
is a risk of fingers being
crushed
2:3 Lifting the wheelchair
Wheelchair with lockable legrests:
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Lift using the push handles and
the legrests.
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If the chair is equipped with
height-adjustable push handles,
ensure that the knobs are
properly tightened.
This is especially important if the
chair is to be lifted with the user
sitting in it. Etac also recommends
fixed push handles for everyday use on
stairs.
2:4 Transportation in vehicles
Private car/taxi:
The wheelchair
should be placed in the car boot. If
this is not possible, ensure that the
wheelchair is placed safely in the back
seat, so that it is not able to overturn
or roll.
If possible secure the wheelchair with
the car’s safety belt.
