Reaching, Bending - Backward; Tipping - Invacare Solara 3G User Manual

5.5

Reaching, Bending - Backward

WARNING
DO NOT lean over the top of the back
upholstery. This will change your center of gravity
and may cause you to tip over
Position wheelchair as close as possible to the desired object. Position
the casters so that they are extended away from the drive wheels to
create the longest possible wheelbase. Reach back only as far as your
arm will extend without changing your sitting position.
5.6

Tipping

WARNING
DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance.
When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of the wheelchair on a non-removable (non-detachable) part. Inform the wheelchair
occupant before tipping the wheelchair and remind him/her to lean back. Be sure the occupant's feet and hands are clear of all wheels and/or pinch
points.
After mastering the techniques of tipping the wheelchair, use one of the following methods to tackle curbs, short stairs, etc.
Tipping - Curbs: Method 1 - Wheelchair with Step Tubes
Place foot on the step tube and begin to tilt the wheelchair toward you. Apply a continuous downward motion until the balance point is achieved and
the front casters clear the curb. At this point, the assistant will feel a difference in the weight distribution.
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5 SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS
FIGURE 5.3 Reaching, Bending - Backward
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Solara 3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair