Negotiating Steps And Kerbs - Invacare Action Ampla User Manual

Finding the tipping point with an assistant
To show the user the tipping point, the wheelchair can be
tilted backwards by an assistant using the push bar.

5.5 Negotiating steps and kerbs

CAUTION!
Risk of accidents and damage to the wheelchair
When crossing steps or kerbs the antitipper or
the transportation bearing may get caught and
the wheelchair may tip over or components may
get damaged.
– Do not negotiate steps and kerbs when the
antitipper or the transportation bearing is
installed.
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Without an assistant
WARNING!
Risk of overturning
When negotiating steps you could lose your
balance and tip the wheelchair over.
– Assess the crossing of the obstacle correctly.
If you are unsure of crossing the obstacle
safely, get up from the wheelchair, move it by
hand over the obstacle and then continue the
journey.
With an assistant
Usage
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