SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS
TDX™ Wheelchairs 40 Part No 1114809
FIGURE 2.4 Pinch Points
Stairways
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to move an occupied power wheelchair between floors using a
stairway. Use an elevator to move an occupied power wheelchair between floors. If
moving a power wheelchair between floors by means of a stairway, the occupant
MUST be removed and transported independently of the power wheelchair.
Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move an UNOCCUPIED power
wheelchair up or down the stairs. Invacare recommends using two assistants and
making thorough preparations. Make sure to use ONLY secure, non-detachable
parts for hand-hold supports.
DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts.
Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may result in
injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair.
The weight of the wheelchair without the user and without batteries is between 166
and 322 lbs. Use proper lifting techniques (lift with your legs) to avoid injury.
Pinch Point
Headtube
Cap
Front Caster
Telescoping
Tube
Walking Beam
Formula TRE Fully Elevated
and Tilted Seat
Pinch
Point
Pinch
Points
Walking
Beam
Headtube
Cap (Not
Shown)
Front Caster
2G Tarsys Fully Tilted Seat
Pinch Point
Pinch Points
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