Some Useful Tips; Stability And Balance - Invacare apollo outdoor mk.II User Manual

Some Useful Tips

Before you venture off on your first journey, ensure that everything is adjusted to your specific needs, read
this Manual to familiarise yourself with the product and its functions. DO NOT attempt to drive without
attendant on hand until you are fully proficient in using and manoeuvring your Powerchair.
Ensure power is switched off before entering or leaving your Powerchair. Before switching on, check that
both motors are engaged, tyres are inflated to the correct pressure and are in good condition. When on
the move DO NOT attempt turns at full speed, especially while travelling downhill. Before changing from
forward to reverse, and vice versa, you must stop, failure to do so will cause severe damage to the
electronics. DO NOT use your Powerchair beyond it s limitations. Due to the both the weight of a Powered
Wheelchair and it s occupant it is not advisable to attempt to be assisted up and down stairs whilst seated.
When entering or leaving your Powerchair, DO NOT stand on the footplates.
If you have to brake in an emergency, release the joystick. DO NOT switch off power
while the Powerchair is moving, it would cause an abrupt, sharp stop. Before you change
the Drive Mode (UP or DOWN) we advise you to stop the Powerchair in order to avoid
a sudden leap forward when selecting a higher level programme, or an abrupt
deceleration when changing to a lower level programme.
DO NOT use your Powerchair beyond the limitations set out in this manual concerning kerb height,
gradients, etc.

Stability and Balance

To ensure stability and safe control of your Powerchair you must at all times maintain proper balance.
The Powerchair is designed to remain stable and upright during normal use, so long as you do not move
your centre of gravity outside the normal seating position.
Reaching - Bending Forward
Ensure power is OFF. DO NOT lean forward your body out of the Powerchair further than the length of
the armrests.
DO NOT hang heavy loads or objects on the backrest. They may make the Powerchair unstable,
especially on an incline.
DO NOT attempt to pick up objects from the floor by bending
forward and reaching between your knees.
DO NOT attempt to reach objects by sliding forward to
the edge of the Powerchair seat.
Reaching - Bending Backwards
Again ensure power is switched OFF. DO NOT reach
back any further than your arm will extend without
changing your sitting position.
DO NOT lean over the top of the backrest as it will
shift the centre of gravity, risking tipping over.
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