1.6. Slopes
It is recommended to avoid using ramps with a slope higher
than 9°. The wheelchair risks tipping over in the event of
spinning or side movement (gure 14).
Upward slopes (gure 15) :
Lean the upper body forward and your centre of gravity will
move forward to a more stable position. Now move the
wheelchair forward with short quick pushes on the hand
rims to maintain speed and direction control. If you want to
rest, apply both brakes when stopping.
Downward slopes (gure 16) :
Lean backward cautiously and your centre of gravity will
move backward to a more stable position. Now let the hand
rims slide in your hands. Be ready to react at any moment to
control speed and direction.
Warning :
- Avoid turning suddenly and never try to climb and descend
a ramp diagonally (figure 17).
1817
The position of the rear wheel axle and the angle of your
wheelchair’s backrest are two of the key adjustments
that can affect your stability whilst sat in the wheelchair
(see gure 14A). It is recommended to avoid using ramps
with a slope greater than 9 degrees and do not attempt
to turn whilst on a slope. The wheel position is usually
factory set and should not be change unless by the
direction of a competent person who must have assessed
the impact of the change on your stability in normal
use. If your wheelchair is tted with a recliner backrest
it is recommended that anti tippers are also tted and
used whenever the backrest is reclined from the upright
position.
2. Operating instructions
2.1. Unfolding and Folding the wheelchair
2.1.1 Unfolding the wheelchair (gure 18) :
- With one hand, grab the armrest or the seat support
tube on one side of the wheelchair and slightly tilt it to-
wards you (so that the rear wheel and castor lift from the
ground) ;
16
15
14A
ex : Standard configuration
for fixed backrest
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