Kerbs - Alternative Method; Escalators And Stairs - Invacare Rea Dahlia 30 User Manual

3. Lean forward and lift/roll the wheelchair over the pavement edge.
4. Lower the wheelchair onto the pavement so that the weight is
divided on all four wheels. Ensure that the wheelchair does not
roll backwards.
To dismount kerb, follow the procedure above, but in
reverse order (step 4, 3, 2 and then 1) to move off a kerb.
6.11 Kerbs — alternative method
This method is generally used by experienced assistants who are
stronger than average. It can also be used when the kerb or step is
low and only constitutes a minimal obstacle.
1. The assistant steps backwards onto the pavement and pulls the
wheelchair up onto the pavement.
2. Tip the wheelchair backwards and roll the chair over the kerb
onto the pavement.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury
Incorrect method could cause injury to the assistant.
– It is important for the assistant to use his or her body
correctly to prevent injury.
Take particular care if the kerb is wet or slippery.
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6.12 Escalators and stairs

Do not use escalators when you are in the wheelchair. Find
out whether there is a lift nearby.
1. Check that the push handles/push bar are securely fixed in place
before you start.
2. Fold the anti-tip devices upwards.
3. Balance the wheelchair on the rear wheels until the balance point
is found.
4. Transfer the wheelchair down the stairs, step by step, let the
rear wheels reel over the edge of each step.
Risk of injury
Lifting the wheelchair incorrectly may injure the assistant.
– Do not lift the wheelchair by gripping the removable
armrests or legrests.
– Lift the wheelchair at the correct points, use the legs
when lifting and keep the back as straight as possible.
We recommend that you receive help from two assistants to
get up and down stairs. One assistant walks in front of the
chair holding the frame of the wheelchair, whilst the other
assistant walks behind the chair, holding the push handles.
Usage
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