Procedure 1 General Guidelines; Stability; Operating Information - Invacare A-6S Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

PROCEDURE 1
This Procedure includes the following:

Stability

Operating Information

G
Tire Pressure
U
Weight Training
G
I
E
Weight Limitation
D
N
E
Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs
E
L
R
I
STABILITY
A
N
L
E
The position of the footrest, seat angle, back angle, seating system/upholstery, caster size and position,
S
rear wheel size and position, anti-tippers, as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the
wheelchair. Any change to one (1) or any combination of the ten (10) may cause the wheelchair to
decrease in stability. EXTREME care MUST be taken when changing the stability of the wheelchair.
To maintain maximum stability, the rear wheels should be left in the factory setting. Moving the rear
wheels forward causes the wheelchair to decrease in stability.
ALWAYS ensure stability BEFORE moving the rear wheels forward. TEST wheelchair BEFORE it is occupied
by the end user to ensure safety.
OPERATING INFORMATION
To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring
activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified health professional BEFORE attempting
active use of the wheelchair.
Footrest Position
Seat Angle
Back Angle
Seating System/Upholstery
Caster Size
Caster Position
Rear Wheel Size
Rear Wheel Position
Anti-Tippers
User Condition
NOTE: When changes to the left hand column occur, follow across the chart
and refer to the procedure to maintain the proper stability, safety and han-
dling of the wheelchair.
NOTE: Additional adjustments may be needed according to the wheelchair
type. Refer to the wheelchair owner's manual for these procedures.
STABILITY WARNINGS
WARNING
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GENERAL GUIDELINES