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FOR ATTENDANT: TILTING

Tilting the Transport Chair backward is generally

required to negotiate such obstacles as ramps, inclines,

curbs, stairs and door sills. Tilting should only be

performed by an attendant. To tilt the Transport Chair

backward:

1. Grasp the push handles securely and ensure that

the hand grips are rmly attached.

2. Ensure that the user’s feet are situated at on the

footplates and that arms, hands and ngers are clear

of the wheels and any other components.

3. Advise the user, before tilting the Transport Chair

backward, what you intend to do and remind the

user to lean back.

4. Place one foot on the tipping lever and apply

downward force until the Transport Chair is tilted

back enough to overcome the obstacle.

5. Lower the front end slowly.

RAMPS AND INCLINES

WARNING: During descent, the footplates’ lowest point should be no closer to the ground than

/2 inches to permit proper clearance.

WARNING: Do not attempt any incline or decline of more than 6 degrees (10% grade, or one

foot of rise or fall per ten feet of ramp length).

WARNING: Do not use wheel locks to slow your descent. Attempting to use wheel locks is

likely to result in accidental locking that could cause the Transport Chair to stop abruptly,

suddenly pitch forward, or tip sideways.

WARNING: Avoid changing direction while descending a ramp or incline, as this could cause

instability.

Ramps and inclines should only be negotiated with the assistance of an attendant. To

attendant: Practice with a healthcare professional rst before attempting ramps or inclines.

Always inspect the ramp for hazards such as holes, slippery or uneven surfaces, etc. before

starting up or down. If you can not see the entire ramp, ask someone to inspect it for you.

CURBS AND STEPS

WARNING: Never attempt to negotiate curbs or steps in your Transport Chair without the

assistance of an attendant.

WARNING: Never attempt to negotiate stairs or escalators in your Transport Chair under any

circumstances.

Curbs, steps and stairways are dangerous obstacles that confront the Transport Chair user.

When you encounter curbs, nd a way around, or use the ramps now available in most

locations. If you encounter stairs or escalators and there is no ramp available, avoid the stairs

or escalators by utilizing the disabled designated elevators now required in most locations.

Curbs and steps should only be negotiated with the assistance of an attendant. The following

are suggestions only for curb negotiation. It is important for you to develop your own safe

technique that is best suited to your abilities.

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