Drive cruiser III - Wheelchair Stability and Safety; Maintaining Wheelchair Stability; Safe Ramp Negotiation

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CAUTION:
Stability - Wheelchair is designed to be safe and stable
as long as center of gravity is maintained while going
about normal activities. Care must be taken while
performing activities that shift your center of gravity in
the chair. Never reach so far that require you to shift in
the seat or bend over out of the chair. When you have
to reach for objects that require you to lean, be certain
front casters are pointing in a forward position that
extends the wheel base and will stabilize the chair.
Ramps - Be sure of your own capabilities, limitations and
strength before attempting to go up a ramp. Correct
techniques on ramp negotiation should be shown to you
by a qualified professional. Assistance is recommended
when going up or down inclines greater than 10°. If you
must stop on an incline, avoid sudden, abrupt movement
when you resume movement. Because of backward
angle of the chair, sudden abrupt movement could cause
instability. Attempting to use the wheel lock brakes
could result in accidental locking, tipping to one side,
or cause a sudden stop. Avoid changing direction when
going down an incline, as this could result in instability
of tipping over.