Transport; Folding/Unfolding - Vermeiren Sagitta User Manual

2.4

Transport

2.4.1 Transport by vehicle, as luggage
WARNING
 Do NOT use your wheelchair as a seat in a vehicle, see the following symbol.
 Make sure that the wheelchair is attached properly to avoid injury from the
passengers during collision or sudden braking.
 NEVER use the same seatbelt to secure the wheelchair and passenger.
1. Remove accessories.
2. Store accessories safely.
3. If possible, fold the wheelchair and remove the rear wheels.
4. Place the wheelchair in the luggage compartment.
5. If the luggage and passenger compartments are NOT separated, attach the frame of the
wheelchair securely to the vehicle. You can use the available safety belts in the vehicle.
2.5

Folding/Unfolding

CAUTION
Keep fingers away from moving parts of the wheelchair.
2.5.1 Unfolding the wheelchair
1. Mount the rear wheels.
2. Position yourself behind the wheelchair.
3. Fold the back up.
2.5.2 Fold up the wheelchair
1. Fold the back.
2. Take off the rear wheels.
2.5.3 Mounting the rear wheels
1. Take the rear wheel and push button .
2. Keep the button pushed in and mount the rear wheel axle until
it stops.
3. Release the button.
4. Check that the wheel is secured.
2.5.4 Taking off the wheels
1. Make sure the brakes stand in the off position.
2. Take the wheelchair to the side frame where you want to
remove the wheel.
3. Press the button  in the center of the wheel hub.
4. Pull the wheel away from the frame.
Type designation
Risk of injuries
Risk of injuries
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Sagitta, Sagitta SI
2023-07
Before use
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