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7.2 Getting in and transferring
CAUTION
Incorrect handling when getting in
Risk of falling, tipping or rolling away due to incorrect handling
► Activate the wheel lock each time before you get into or out of or transfer to or from the wheelchair.
► Always get into the wheelchair from the side, where possible.
► Never step on the foot plates when getting in and out.
► Do not support yourself on the wheel lock when getting in/out.
Users can choose the method for getting into and out of the wheelchair which is most suitable for them. The
respective procedure should be discussed and practised with a therapist.
As a rule, the frame tubes, seat bottom or side panels can be used as supports for getting into the wheelchair.
If getting in independently is not possible, transferring or getting in always has to be performed with the help of an
assistant. The manufacturer also offers transfer aids for getting in, such as transfer boards.
7.3 Legrests
CAUTION
Improper use of the legrests
Tipping over, falling due to errors in handling the product
► Fold up the footplates before getting in.
WARNING
Reduced ground clearance with the "foot-propelled chair" option
Tipping over, falling due to getting caught on obstacles
► Please note that wheelchairs with the "foot-propelled wheelchair" option might fall below the minimum ground
clearance of 40 mm depending on the selected settings for the lower leg length and the front seat height.
► Adjust your driving to the reduced ground clearance and exercise particular caution with obstacles on the
ground e.g. steps, curbs and thresholds.
The legrests support the user's legs.
The height of the legrest has been adjusted by qualified personnel to the length of the user's lower legs.
The angle of the footrest has been set by the qualified personnel so that it allows the ankles to rest in a comfortable
position.
7.3.1 Removing and attaching the leg supports
The leg supports of the Avantgarde DV can be removed to make it easier to get in and out as well as for transport.
Removing the leg supports – leg support with leg support holder
1) Fold the foot plate up (see fig. 8).
2) Pull the release lever for the leg support to the side (see fig. 9).
3) Swing the leg support out by 90° and remove it from the leg support retainer (see fig. 10).
Attaching the leg supports – leg support with leg support holder
1) Hold the leg support 90° out to the side and insert it into the leg support retainer (see fig. 11).
2) Swing the leg support into the direction of travel until it engages (see fig. 10).
3) Fold the foot plate down (see fig. 8).
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Avantgarde 4
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