Wheelchair Propulsion; Lifting The Wheelchair - Invacare Atlas Lite User Manual

2.1.2 Folding the chair (figures 19 and 20) :
- Fold and lock the footrest/legrest toward the front of the
wheelchair.
- Swivel the plates into the vertical position. Using both
hands, take the centre front and back edges of the seat
upholstery and lift it. Or, tilt the wheelchair to one side
and close it using the handles on the backrest.
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Warning:
- Fold the wheelchair while keeping the seat upholstery
upwards to avoid damage by the folding system.
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2.2 Wheelchair propulsion

Wheelchair propulsion is provided by the handrims moun-
ted on the wheels.
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Qualified medical and paramedical staff will be able to
advise you with regard to the propulsion technique best suited
to your disability.

2.3. Lifting the wheelchair

First, fold the chair (see § 2.1.2), always lift the wheelchair
by gripping the frame at the points (A) shown in figure 21.
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Never lift the wheelchair by removable parts (armrests,
footrests). Ensure the backrest canes are securely in place.
A
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