Going Up And Down Stairs - Excel 100 Technical Manual

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Going up and down stairs

Stairs are one of the largest obstacles for wheelchair users. However, with a little help from others it is possible to
climb up and downstairs when a wheelchair lift is not available. You must be aware of the rather heavy weight to
be placed.
We advise climbing stairs with a wheelchair with the help of a minimum of two attendants. You must always face
the rear wheels towards the stairs. The wheelchair must be tipped, so the gravitation force is as low as possible
and the wheelchair is in balance.
If you lift the wheelchair, you should do this by holding the side frame parts (picture 17).
Going down stairs
This action again should be carried out with two attendants. Take one step at a time and go slowly. The attendants
must make sure the wheelchair is tipped and also must secure the wheelchair to counter-act the force of gravity.
Warning:
Never lift a wheelchair by the push handles, armrests or footrests (picture 16). Always hold a part of
the main frame.
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