A Note To Wheelchair Assistants; Stability And Balance - Invacare TDX SP User Manual

Invacare® TDX® SP
WARNING!
Risk of Serious Injury
Impacting objects in the surrounding environment can
cause serious injury.
– When maneuvering the wheelchair around, ALWAYS
have assured cleared distance with all objects in
environment.
WARNING!
– Always check grips for looseness before using the
wheelchair. If loose, contact a qualified technician for
instructions.
WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Damage
Unintended movement or operation of wheelchair may
cause injury or damage.
– Turn power OFF BEFORE entering or exiting the
wheelchair.
– Close supervision and attention is needed when
operating the wheelchair near children pets or people
with physical/mental disabilities. Turn power off.
– Turn power off when near children, pets or people
with physical/mental disabilities.
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WARNING!
Risk of Injury, Damage or Death
Damaged parts due to collision or impact may result
in injury, damage or death.
– Seek immediate attention and service if wheelchair is
involved in a collision or impact event. This includes,
but is not limited to, vehicle accidents, mishandling and
impact events where the wheelchair strikes something
or is struck by something that may cause damage.
– Ensure your wheelchair is working properly and is
inspected by a qualified Invacare technician if the
wheelchair is involved in a collision or impact event.

2.2 A Note to Wheelchair Assistants

When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, remember to
use good body mechanics. Keep your back straight and bend your
knees whenever tilting wheelchair or traversing curbs or other
impediments.
Ensure that only secure, non-detachable parts are used for hand-hold
supports.
When learning a new assistance technique, have an experienced
assistant help you before attempting it alone.

2.3 Stability and Balance

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.
DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than the
length of the armrests.
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