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Activating and releasing the brakes
Safety warnings
After releasing the brakes, the wheelchair can be pushed manually and it
can’t
be
operated by the occupant anymore.
Before releasing brakes, double check that the folding safety clamp at the back of the
wheelchair is locked. If the safety clamp is not locked, the wheelchair may fold while
the occupant is on the wheelchair.
Make sure the grip of the bar on top of the backrest is stable and suitable for pushing
the wheelchair manually. Make sure that the backrest is installed safely. Only release
brakes with consent of occupant. Only release brakes on flat and even surfaces. Do not
release brakes on inclines or declines. Pushing the wheelchair manually may be harder
as compared to pushing a non motorized wheelchair due to drag of the motors in the
rear wheels.