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2.1 LIFTING THE WHEELCHAIR
Always lift the wheelchair at the points shown in the
diagram. Never lift the wheelchair by the detachable
arm rests or leg rests. Ensure that the back rest and
push handles are secured in place.
See also the chapter Safety instructions/Propelling
techniques.
Note that the wheelchair should not be lifted by the
back rest bar.
2.2 DAILY PERFORMANCE CHECK
Check that the following parts have been correctly
assembled on the wheelchair:
• Wheels
• Back rest
• Anti-tip devices
• Push handles
• Foot rests
• Brakes.
2. Safety
2.3 SPECIFIC RISKS
Listed below are several points which affect your own
safety. Read this carefully. Invacare is only responsible
for product changes carried out by authorised per-
sonnel. We reserve the right to make any changes to
equipment and specifications without prior notice.
By respecting the CE marking, combinations with other
products with combination agreements with Invacare
Rea are allowed. Contact Invacare Rea for a list of
suppliers.
Other adjustments carried out by the customer shall be
deemed as a "specially adjusted product" which means
this must be documented and the customer takes over
responsibility.
Failure to comply with the instructions may result in
personal injury and/or damage to the product.
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Check the following before using the wheelchair:
- that all parts are securely fastened to the frame
- that all wheels and knobs are properly tightened
- that all brakes and anti-tip devices function cor
rectly
- that the back rest and push handles are properly
secured
- that the wheelchair is stable and that there is no
risk of tipping.
•
Never lift the wheelchair by the detachable arm rests
or foot rests.
•
Always apply the brake before getting into or out
of the chair.
•
Never stand on the foot plates when getting into or
out of the chair as there is a risk of the chair tipping
over.
•
The hand rims may become hot due to friction and
this may cause injury to the hands.
•
Changing the seat angle increases the risk of tip-
ping.
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Use the anti-tip devices as much as possible.
•
Remember that the brake is not as effective when
the surface is wet, slippery or when on a slope.
•
Make sure you check that the drive wheels are
securely attached.
•
Drive wheels are not be detached while the user is
sitting in the chair.
•
The more the Velcro straps on the back upholstery
are slackened, the greater the risk of the wheelchair
tipping.
•
Frame parts or upholstery exposed to sunlight for
long periods at a time can reach a temperature
higher than 41
.
°C
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