Invacare Top End Crossfire T7A User Manual page 19

• Lengthening the wheelbase will increase the stability and maintain standard maneuverability of wheelchair.
• Shortening the wheelbase will decrease the stability, increase the maneuverability and distribute additional weight onto the rear wheels.
CENTER OF
GRAVITY
UNOCCUPIED
Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching
down between your knees.
Position the front casters so that they are extended as far forward as possible and engage wheel locks.
Reaching, Leaning - Backwards
WARNING
DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery. This will change your center of gravity and may cause you to tip over.
Position wheelchair as close as possible to the desired object. Point front casters forward to create the longest possible wheelbase. Reach back only
as far as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position.
Part No 1167484
Lengthening the
OCCUPIED
FIGURE 1 Stability and Balance
4 SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS
Wheelbase
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Shortening the
Wheelbase
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Invacare Crossfire™T7A Wheelchair