Handling/Transport - Etac 78501K Manual

2:1 Folding
- If a bow handle and/or
cross brace is mounted they
should be removed.
- Flip up the footrests.
- Lift up the seat, see illustration.
2:2 Unfolding
- Press down on one side of the
seat frame tube using the whole
of the flat of the hand;
see illustration.
2:3 Lifting the wheelchair
Wheelchair without lockable legrests:
- Flip up the footrests and swing
the legrests in under the seat,
or remove them completely.
- Lift by holding the push handles
and the front part of the frame
by the legrest mounting point.
Wheelchair with lockable legrests:
- Lift using the push handles
and legrests.
2:4 Transportation in vehicles
Private car/taxi: The wheelchair
should be placed in the car boot. If
this is not possible, ensure that the
wheelchair is placed safely in the
back seat, so that it is not able to

2 Handling/Transport

Do not hold the seat frame
tube while unfolding as
there is a risk of fingers be-
ing crushed.
Before lifting, ensure that
the height adjustable
push handles are securely
fastened.
roll or overturn. If possible
the wheelchair should be
secured using a safety-belt.
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