Transferring To And From Other Seats - Invacare 1080556 Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

PROCEDURE 1
DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily
injury may occur.

TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM OTHER SEATS

BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair, every precaution
should be taken to reduce the gap distance. Turn both casters parallel to the
object you are transferring onto. Also be certain the wheel locks are engaged
to help prevent the wheels from moving.
When transferring, position yourself as far back as possible in the seat. This will
help prevent broken screws, damaged upholstery and the possibility of the
wheelchair tipping forward.
NOTE: This activity may be performed independently provided you have adequate mobility and upper
body strength.
Position the wheelchair as close as possible along side the seat to which you are transferring, with
the front casters parallel to it. Remove or flip up the armrest. Engage wheel locks. Shift body
weight into seat with transfer.
During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will be beneath you. Use a transfer
board if at all possible.
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GENERAL GUIDELINES
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I