Removing The Standard Armrest In Order To Side Transfer; Information About Getting In And Out; Taking Obstacles; The "Surestep" System - Invacare TDX SP2 Series User Manual

Invacare® TDX SP2® Series
6.4.1 Removing the standard armrest in order to
side transfer
Pull the plug A of the remote cable to disconnect the remote.
1.
Loosen wing nut B.
2.
3. Remove the armrest from the holder.

6.4.2 Information about getting in and out

WARNING!
Risk of serious injury or damage
Improper transfer techniques may cause serious injury
or damage
– Before attempting transfers, consult a healthcare
professional to determine proper transfer techniques
for the user and type of wheelchair.
– Follow the instructions below.
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If you do not have sufficient muscle strength, you should ask
other persons for help. Use a sliding board, if possible.
Getting into the mobility device:
1. Position your mobility device as close as possible to your seat.
This might have to be done by an attendant.
2. Align casters parallel to the drive wheels to improve stability
during transfer.
3. Always switch your mobility device off.
4. Always engage both motor locks/clutches and free wheel hubs (if
fitted) to prevent the wheels from moving.
5. Depending on the armrest type of your mobility device, detach
the armrest or swivel it up.
6. Now slide into the mobility device.
Getting out of the mobility device:
1. Position your mobility device as close as possible to your seat.
2. Align casters parallel to the drive wheels to improve stability
during transfer.
3. Always switch your mobility device off.
4. Always engage both motor locks/clutches and free wheel hubs (if
fitted) to prevent the wheels from moving.
5. Depending on the armrest type of your mobility device, detach
the armrest or swivel it up.
6. Now slide onto your new seat.

6.5 Taking Obstacles

6.5.1 The "SureStep" System

This mobility device is fitted with "SureStep" technology. When
climbing over obstacles, the casters retract and raise. They extend
and lower when descending.
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