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2.7 Transfer in and out the wheelchair
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CAUTION:
In case you can not perform the transfer in a safe manner, ask
someone to assist you.
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CAUTION:
Risk of tipping over of the wheelchair
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Do not stand on the foot
plates.
1. Position the wheelchair as close as possible to
the chair, couch or bed to/from you wish to
transfer.
2. Check both brakes from the wheelchair are in
the on position.
3. Fold the foot plates upwards to prevent
standing on them.
4. If the transfer is on the side of the wheelchair,
fold the arm support on that side upwards.
(see § 2.6)
5. Transfer to/from the wheelchair.
2.8 Correct position in the wheelchair
Some recommendations for a comfortable use of the wheelchair:
Position your backside as close as possible to the back rest.
Make sure your upper legs are horizontal
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If needed adjust the length of the foot
rests. (see § 3.9.1)
2.9 Riding the wheelchair
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WARNING:
Risk of clamping
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Prevent your fingers from being caught by the
wheels spokes.
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WARNING:
Risk of clamping
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Be careful passing through restricted passages
(e.g. doors).
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WARNING:
Risk of burns
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Be careful when driving in hot or cold environments
(sunshine, extreme cold, saunas, etc.) for a sufficient amount of time and when
touching - Surfaces can assume the environment temperatures.
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Release the brakes.
2.
Take both hand rims at their highest position.
3.
Lean forward and push the hand rims forward until straight arms.
4.
Swing your arms loosely back to the hand rims topside and repeat the movement.
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