Getting In And Out Of The Wheelchair; Using The Cane Holder - Invacare Mirage Operating Manual

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Getting in and out of the wheelchair

Important information when side transferring in and out of the wheelchair
In order to side transfer it is necessary for the armrest to either be raised or removed completely
depending on the model. A skirtguard can be installed as an option in connection with the
parallel sliding armrest. This is attached in the same way as the standard armrest and must also
be removed when transferring.
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Using the cane holder

If your mobility device is fitted with a cane holder, then this can be used to safety transport your
walking cane or crutches with you wherever you go. The cane holder consists of a lower plastic
holder and an upper Velcro fastener.
CAUTION! Injury hazard! Transporting a walking cane or crutches laying loosely across
the user's lap or in an otherwise unsecured fashion can pose an injury risk to the user
and bystanders!
• Always use a cane holder to transport a cane or crutches!
• Open the upper Velcro fastener.
• Place the bottom end of the cane or crutch in the lower holder.
• Use the upper Velcro fastener to secure the cane or crutch in place.
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