Reaching, Leaning And Bending - Forward; Reaching And Bending - Backward - Invacare Wheelchair Pronto M91 Base Owner's Manual

Reaching, Leaning and
DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick
them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 3.6.
Position the front and rear casters so that they are extended as far forward as possible and
engage Motor Release Levers.
FIGURE 3.6 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward

Reaching and Bending - Backward

DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery. This will change your center of
gravity and may cause you to tip over.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 3.7.
Position wheelchair as close as possible to the desired object. Point the front and rear
casters rearward to create the longest possible wheelbase. Reach back only as far as your
arm will extend without changing your sitting position.
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SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS
Bending - Forward
WARNING
WARNING
FIGURE 3.7 Reaching and Bending - Backward
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