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V I I .
L. REAR WHEEL LOCKS (OPTIONAL)
WARNING
1. Rear wheel locks are
not
designed to slow or stop a moving
wheelchair.
Never
apply them when your chair is moving.
Doing so may cause you to veer out of control.
•
Use wheel locks
only
to keep the rear wheels from
rolling when your chair is at a complete stop.
2. Low pressure in a rear tire may cause the wheel lock on that
side to slip and may allow the wheel to turn when you do
not expect it.
3. Make sure lock arms embed in tires at least 3/8 inch when
locked. If you fail to do so, the locks may not work.
NOTE–
If you request them, we will install rear wheel locks at Sunrise.
M. SEATING SYSTEMS
WARNING
1. Use of a seating system not approved by Sunrise may alter the
center of balance of this chair. This may cause a fall or tip-over.
2.
Never
change the seating system of your chair
unless
you
consult your supplier first.
N. UPHOLSTERY FABRIC
WARNING
1. Replace worn or torn fabric of seat sling and seat back as
soon as you can. If you fail to do so, the seat may fail and
cause you to fall. Worn fabrics may increase the potential for
a fire hazard.
2. Sling fabric will deteriorate with age and use. Look for fray-
ing, thin spots, or stretching of fabric at rivet holes. Replace
fabric as required.
3. “Dropping down” into sling seat will weaken fabric and result in
the need to inspect and replace sling on a more frequent basis.
4. Be aware that washing may reduce flame retardation of the
fabric.
J. POSITIONING BELTS (STANDARD OR
OPTIONAL)
WARNING
Use a positioning belt only to help support your pos-
ture. Improper use of such belts may cause severe
injury or death.
1. Make sure you are not at risk to slide down in the wheelchair
seat. If this occurs, you may suffer chest compression or suffo-
cate due to pressure from the belt.
2. A pelvic wedge or a similar device can help keep you from
sliding down in the seat. Consult your health care professional
to find out if you need such a device.
3. The belt must be snug, but must not be so tight that it inter-
feres with breathing. You should be able to slide your open
hand, flat, between the belt and your stomach.
4. Make sure you can easily remove the belt in an emergency.
5.
Never
use a positioning belt:
•
In place of a motor vehicle seat belt. In an accident or
sudden stop you may be thrown from the chair. A posi-
tioning belt will not prevent this, and further injury may
result from the belt.
•
As a restraint. A restraint requires a doctor’s order.
•
On a rider who is comatose or agitated.
K. PUSH HANDLES
WARNING
1. Push handles provide secure points for an attendant to propel
and control the chair. This helps to prevent a fall or tip-over.
2. Check to make sure push handle grips will not rotate or slip off.
V I I I . T I P S F O R AT T E N D A N T S
B. TO DESCEND A CURB OR SINGLE STEP
WARNING
The following is one way to safely help a rider descend a
curb or single step going backward:
1. Stay at the rear of the chair.
2. Several feet before your reach the edge of the curb or step,
turn the chair around and pull it backward.
3. Proceed carefully. Look over your shoulder and carefully step
back until you are off the curb or stair and standing on the
lower level.
4. Pull the chair toward you until the rear wheels reach the
edge of the curb or step. Then allow the rear wheels to
slowly roll down onto the lower level.
5. When the rear wheels are safely on the lower level, tilt the
chair back to its balance point. This will lift the front casters
off the curb or step.
6. Keep the chair in balance and take small steps backward. Be
sure to look where you are going. Turn the chair around and
gently lower front casters to the ground.
WARNING
1. Persons who help a rider do one of the following tasks
should review and heed the warnings “Notice to
Attendants” and all warnings in this Manual for that task.
2. The “Tips” that follow are suggestions only. Be aware
that you will need to learn safe methods best suited to
the rider and to your abilities. Consult your health care
professional for instructions.
A. TO CLIMB A CURB OR SINGLE STEP
WARNING
The following is one way to safely help a rider climb a
curb or single step going forward:
1. Stay behind the chair.
2. Face the curb and tilt the chair up on the rear wheels so that
the front casters clear the curb or step.
3. Move forward, placing the front casters on the upper level as
soon as you are sure they are past the edge.
4. Continue forward until the rear wheels contact the face of the
curb or step. Lift and roll the rear wheels to the upper level.
