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6 Using the wheelchair
6.1
General warnings — Usage
WARNING!
Risk of tipping
The user falls out of the wheelchair
– Be aware that the centre of gravity is shifted
forwards when using the feet to maneuver the
wheelchair. This changes the stability of the
wheelchair.
CAUTION!
Risk of sliding
– The seat must be positioned flat or tilted
backwards if the user is left alone unattended.
CAUTION!
Risk of sliding
– If you have a very low seat height and / or
use your feet to maneuver the wheelchair, the
legrests can be removed. If so, be aware of the
sliding risk!
6.2 Brakes
6.2.1 Using the User Operated Brake
Start by checking that the tyres have the correct air
pressure (printed on the side of each tyre).
The user brake is to be used when the chair is not
moving, and is not intended for reducing speed when
the chair is moving.
1. To engage the brake, move the lever A towards the
rear (towards you).
2. To disengage the brakes, move the lever A forwards.
CAUTION!
Risk of trapping fingers
– Be careful not to trap your fingers between the
brake shoe and rear wheel
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6.2.2 Using the Foot Operated Brake
The Transit version is designed to be driven only by the
attendant. To facilitate sideways transfers and save space,
the wheelchair is equipped with rear wheels of 305 mm
(12").
The distance between the brake shoe and the tyre
can be adjusted. The adjustment must be carried out
by a qualified technician.
1. To engage the brake, push the brake lever B downwards
as far as possible.
2. To disengage the brake, pull or push the brake lever
B upwards.
6.2.3 Using the One Arm Brake
The wheelchair can be equipped with a one arm brake
instead of the standard user operated brake. The one arm
brake is operated in the same way as the standard user
operated brake, the difference is that the brake handle
brakes both wheels at the same time. The one arm brake
is available both for the right and the left side of the
wheelchair .
6.2.4 Using the Carer-operated Brake
WARNING!
Risk of reduced brake effect
– Incorrect setting or use of the brake reduces
the braking effect.
– Always apply the user operated brake
(refer to paragraph 6.2.1) in addition to the
carer-operated brake.
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