Kerbs - Alternative Method; Escalators And Stairs - Invacare rea azalea assist User Manual

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1. Adjust the anti-tip devices upwards. Ensure that the
user's feet rest securely on the footrests and cannot
slide off. Then tilt the wheelchair backwards and push it
forwards against the kerb.
2. Lower the frontal part of the wheelchair onto the
pavement and place yourself as close to the chair as
possible, before you lift up the whole wheelchair.
3. Lean forward and lift/roll the wheelchair over the
pavement edge.
4. Lower the wheelchair onto the pavement so that the
weight is divided on all four wheels. Ensure that the
wheelchair does not roll backwards.
To dismount kerb, follow the procedure above, but
in reverse order (step 4, 3, 2 and then 1) to move
off a kerb.
6.2.11 Kerbs — alternative method
This method is generally used by experienced assistants who
are stronger than average. It can also be used when the
kerb or step is low and only constitutes a minimal obstacle.
1. The assistant steps backwards onto the pavement and
pulls the wheelchair up onto the pavement.
2. Tip the wheelchair backwards and roll the chair over the
kerb onto the pavement.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury
Incorrect method could cause injury to the
assistant.
– It is important for the assistant to use his or
her body correctly to prevent injury.
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Take particular care if the kerb is wet or slippery.

6.2.12 Escalators and stairs

Do not use escalators when you are in the wheelchair.
Find out whether there is a lift nearby.
1. Check that the push handles/push bar are securely fixed
in place before you start.
2. Fold the anti-tip devices upwards.
3. Balance the wheelchair on the rear wheels until the
balance point is found.
4. Transfer the wheelchair down the stairs, step by step,
let the rear wheels reel over the edge of each step.
Risk of injury
Lifting the wheelchair incorrectly may injure the
assistant.
– Do not lift the wheelchair by gripping the
removable armrests or legrests.
– Lift the wheelchair at the correct points, use
the legs when lifting and keep the back as
straight as possible.
We recommend that you receive help from two
assistants to get up and down stairs. One assistant
walks in front of the chair holding the frame of the
wheelchair, whilst the other assistant walks behind
the chair, holding the push handles.
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