Invacare Transport Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual page 10

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING
DO NOT attempt to lift the transport chair by any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by
means of any removable (detachable) parts of a transport chair may result in injury to the user
or damage to the transport chair.
Always verify that hand grips on the rear cane are secure prior to use when an assistant is used to
propel or lift the chair. Check for any signs of looseness or deterioration and if found, contact a
qualified technician. DO NOT attempt to move the transport chair by pulling on the hand grips if
they are found to be unsecure or have deteriorated.
Also, be aware of detachable parts such as armrests or legrests. These must NEVER be used to move the transport chair or
as lifting supports, as they may be inadvertently released, resulting in possible injury to the user and/or assistant(s).
When learning a new assistance technique, have an experienced assistant help you before attempting it alone.
Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.2.
Position the front casters so that they are extended as far forward as possible and lock the hand brakes.
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.
Reaching, Leaning Backwards
WARNING
DO NOT lean over the top of the back uphol-
stery. This will change your center of gravity
and may cause you to tip over.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.3.
Position transport chair 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.
Transport Chairs
WARNING
WARNING
FIGURE 2.2 Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward
FIGURE 2.3 Reaching, Leaning Backwards
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