Driving And Steering The Wheelchair - Invacare Action Vertic User Manual

Invacare® Action Vertic
IMPORTANT!
The mudguards and armrests could become
damaged.
– Never sit on the mudguards or armrests when
getting in and out.
1. Propel the wheelchair as near as possible to the seat
that you want to move to.
2. Apply the parking brakes.
3. Remove the armrests or move them upwards out of
the way.
4. Detach the legrests or swing them outwards (if so
equipped).
5. Place your feet on the ground.
6. Hold the wheelchair and, if necessary, also hold a fixed
object in the vicinity.
7. Move slowly to chair.
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6.4 Driving and steering the wheelchair

You drive and steer the wheelchair using the handrims.
Before driving without an assistant you must find your
wheelchair's tipping point.
WARNING!
Risk of tipping
The wheelchair can tip backwards if it is not fitted
with an antitipper. When finding the tipping
point, an assistant must stand immediately
behind the wheelchair to catch it if it tips over.
– To prevent tipping, install an antitipper device.
WARNING!
Risk of tipping
The wheelchair can tip forwards.
– When setting up your wheelchair, test its
behavior in terms of tipping forward and adjust
your driving style accordingly.
CAUTION!
A heavy load hanging on the backrest can affect
the wheelchair's centre of gravity.
– Change your driving style accordingly.
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