Safety
point for the new wheelchair user and assistant with “safety” as the
most important consideration for all.
2.3
Stability and Balance
WARNING!
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DO NOT attempt to lift a wheelchair by lifting on
any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of
any removable (detachable) parts of the wheelchair
may result in injury to the user or damage to the
wheelchair.
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ALWAYS check hand grips for looseness before
using the wheelchair. If loose and/or worn, replace
IMMEDIATELY.
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Anti-tippers MUST be attached at all times.
Inasmuch as the anti-tippers are an option on this
wheelchair (you may order with or without the
anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering
the anti-tippers as an additional safeguard for the
wheelchair user.
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DO NOT climb, go up, or down ramps or traverse
slopes greater than 9°.
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Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down
ramps or slopes slowly to avoid hard braking or
sudden stops.
WARNING!
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Be aware that carrying heavy objects on your lap
while occupying the wheelchair may adversely affect
the stability of the wheelchair, resulting in serious
bodily injury to the user, damage to the wheelchair
and surrounding property.
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This wheelchair has been designed to accommodate
one individual. If more than one individual occupies
the wheelchair this may adversely affect the stability
of the wheelchair, resulting in serious bodily injury to
the user and passenger and damage the wheelchair
and surrounding property.
To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair, you
MUST at all times maintain proper balance. Your wheelchair has been
designed to remain upright and stable during normal daily activities as
long as you DO NOT move beyond the center of gravity.
Virtually all activities which involve movement in the wheelchair have
an effect on the center of gravity. Invacare recommends using seat
positioning straps for additional safety while involved in activities
that shift your weight.
DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than
stability will allow. Make sure casters are pointing in the forward
position whenever you lean forward. This can be achieved by
advancing the wheelchair and then reversing it in a straight line.
WARNING!
–
DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to
move forward in the seat or pick them up from the
floor by reaching down between your knees.
Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach, bend and
transfer in and out of the wheelchair. These movements will cause a
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