Invacare Rea Assist Manual page 4

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Here below a number of points affecting your personal safety are shown. Read
it carefully!
Invacare
who we authorise. We reserve the right to make any changes to equipment
and specifi cations without prior notice.
Failure to comply with instructions given may result in personal injury and/or
product damage.
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is only responsible for product changes carried out by personnel
Check each of the following before using the wheelchair:
– that all parts are attached securely to the frame
– that all wheels, screws and nuts are properly tightened
– that all brakes and anti-tip devices function correctly
Never lift the wheelchair by the detachable armrests, footrests, backbrace
or by the adjustable push handles.
Always apply the brake before getting into or out of the chair.
Never stand on the footplates when getting into or out of the chair, because
of the risk of tipping.
Changing the seat angle gives an increased risk of tipping over.
The handrims may become hot due to friction, which may cause injury to
your hands.
Use extensively the anti-tip device
Remember that the effectiveness of the carer-operated brake is reduced
in wet and slippery conditions, as well as when on a slope.
Be careful to ensure that the drive wheels are securely attached.
Drive wheels are not to be detached while the user is sitting in the chair.
There is a risk of tipping and injury if the velcro straps on the backrest
become too slack. Always check the tension.
Surfaces of the wheelchair like frame parts or upholstery, with long time
sun shining on them, can reach temperature > 41 degrees C.
There is always an increased risk of trap ping parts of your body when tilting
the wheelchair's back and seat.
When mounting accessories etc. be careful not to trap your fi ngers.
The width of the seat should never be adjusted so much so that the inside
of the armrests press against the side of the pelvis.
We recommend that the chair should be fi tted with castor adapters when
the seat is located in its most forward position
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