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Activate the anti-tip
guards afterwards!
Activate the anti-tip
guards afterwards!
Stairs, down
- Make sure the anti-tip guards are inactive. Never use
escalators, even if there is an attendant. Make sure that
height adjustable handles are tightened.
We recommend that there always be two attendants in this
move. One who goes behind and holds the handles and one
who goes in front and holds the frame (or the leg supports if
they are lockable).
Stairs, up
- Make sure the anti-tip guards are inactive. Never use
escalators, even if there is an attendant. Make sure that
height adjustable handles are tightened.
We recommend that there always be two attendants in this
move. One who goes behind and holds the handles and one
who goes in front and holds the frame (or the leg supports if
they are lockable).
Driving uphill/downhill
Check your speed with the hand rims, not with the brakes!
Avoid turning in the middle of a hill. Always drive as straight up/down as possible. If you are unsure, ask for help.
Uphill
Tilt your body forwards to
correct the centre of gravity.
Downhill
Tilt your body backwards to
correct the centre of gravity.
11. Driving technique use
Foot propel
The user propels the wheelchair with one or two feet.
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