Tilting (Balancing On The Rear Wheels) - Invacare Zipper 2 User Manual

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Tilting (Balancing On The Rear Wheels)

Tilting without help from a third person: Wheelchairs in the INVACARE range have been designed for
use by those who have mastered the technique of balancing on the rear wheels without help from a third
person. However, you should never exceed the limitations of the wheelchair. Repeated shock on the castors
caused by tipping the wheelchair up yourself may affect the rigidity or settings of your wheelchair. If your
wheelchair is fitted with accessories, these may affect the methods used for balancing on the rear wheels.
When you wish to learn a new technique, consult an experienced person for advice in using your type of
wheelchair.
Tilting with assistance from a third person: The user should be sitting correctly and firmly in the chair
or if unable to support themselves, should be strapped in position to prevent him falling out of the chair. If a
wheelchair user needs assistance in tilting the chair, the assistant must know how to use his body correctly.
Keep your back straight and bend at the knee to tilt the wheelchair. Never exert too much force. The medical
team in charge of the user will advise you in the methods best suited to your morphology. The INVACARE
approved distributor will provide you with information on the risks of using the wheelchair incorrectly if the
wheelchair has removable parts such as armrests or leg rests.
These must NEVER be used as aids when lifting as they may inadvertently become detached and cause
injury.
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