Glide Centro - Ramps and Inclines Safety

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• Always approach curbs square on. Never on an angle. Castor will spin and lock
if approach angle is not 90 degree.
• Whilst driving, the ON/OFF switch on the controller should only be switched
OFF in an emergency. The wheelchair will come to a fast controlled stop rather
than sudden stop.
Ramps and Inclines WARNING!
When your chair is on a ramp or incline the centre of balance of your chair will change.
Your chair is less stable when on ramps or inclines and should not be used unless you
feel it is safe to do so. If in doubt have someone with you.
Do not use the chair on a slope of greater than 15 degrees.
When ascending a ramp: (going up)
• Make sure power tilt seat is in the down or flat position and the backrest is in
the upright position.
• Never attempt climbing ramps with high degree of seat tilt.
• Approach the ramp or incline straight on. Do not approach on an angle (cut the
corner)
• Make sure that you are in the centre of the ramp and that the ramp is wide
enough for your wheelchair
• Do Not use ramp if you feel that a wheel may drop off the side.
• Do not veer or turn while on ramp. This may cause chair to tip and a fall may
result.
• Drive wheelchair at a slow, steady speed. Keep chair moving.
• Return tilt and recline to normal driving position when back on level ground.
When descending a ramp: (going down)
• You should raise the power seat tilt to a suitable angle to compensate for the
ramp angle. The seat angle should in a near level position when on the ramp or
even better slightly raised. This will reduce the chance of your body falling
forward when travelling down a ramp.
• Re-adjust seat tilt angle to your normal drive position when back on level
ground.
• Always use the centre of the ramp.
• Do not veer or turn while on ramp.
• Drive wheelchair at a slow steady speed .Do not allow chair to accelerate over
normal speed. Centre the joystick to allow it to slow down or stop.
• Never use attendant brakes to slow or stop the chair. This may cause the chair
to veer or change direction erratically.