Stability And Balance - Invacare MyOn HC User Manual

Invacare® MyOn® HC

6.2 Stability and Balance

WARNING!
– DO NOT attempt to lift a wheelchair by lifting
on any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by
means of any removable (detachable) parts of
the wheelchair may result in injury to the user
or damage to the wheelchair.
– ALWAYS check hand grips for looseness before
using the wheelchair. If loose and/or worn,
replace IMMEDIATELY.
– Anti-tippers MUST be attached at all times.
Inasmuch as the anti-tippers are an option on
this wheelchair (you may order with or without
the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends
ordering the anti-tippers as an additional
safeguard for the wheelchair user.
– DO NOT climb, go up, or down ramps or
traverse slopes greater than 7°.
– Invacare strongly recommends proceeding
down ramps or slopes slowly to avoid hard
braking or sudden stops.
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WARNING!
– Be aware that carrying heavy objects on
your lap while occupying the wheelchair may
adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair,
resulting in serious bodily injury to the user,
damage to the wheelchair and surrounding
property.
– This wheelchair has been designed to
accommodate one individual. If more than one
individual occupies the wheelchair this may
adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair,
resulting in serious bodily injury to the user
and passenger and damage the wheelchair and
surrounding property.
To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair,
you MUST at all times maintain proper balance. Your
wheelchair has been designed to remain upright and stable
during normal daily activities as long as you DO NOT move
beyond the center of gravity.
Virtually all activities which involve movement in the
wheelchair have an effect on the center of gravity. Invacare
recommends using seat positioning straps for additional
safety while involved in activities that shift your weight.
DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than
stability will allow. Make sure casters are pointing in the
forward position whenever you lean forward. This can be
achieved by advancing the wheelchair and then reversing it
in a straight line.
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