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functions, if equipped.
2. Approach the obstacle or the curb slowly, head-on and at a
right angle (or 90°) to the obstacle.
3. Approach slowly and keep at a consistent forward speed
until the rear wheels have also passed over the obstacle.
Descending (Going Down) Obstacles
The approach to descend an obstacle is the same as to ascend it,
with the difference that you do not need to stop before
descending.
1. Descend the obstacle with medium speed.
Descending an obstacle too slowly could cause
the anti-tippers to get stuck and lift the drive
wheels off the ground. Driving the mobility device
is then no longer possible.
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6.2.4 Negotiating Inclines
Acceptable Incline Angles
0° to 9°
Fig. 6-3
Fig. 6-5
Avoid Inclines of 10° and above
Fig. 6-4
Fig. 6-6
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