Karman S-Ergo 300G Owner's Manual page 20

WARNING:
Do not put anything on the wheelchair while it is in storage.
Storing goods on a folded wheelchair will cause damage
and is not covered by warranty. (See picture right.)
4.2 Transferring In and Out
4.2.1 Transferring In
Engage both hand brakes.
Turn the footplates up and swing them to the side.
The user lowers himself/herself into the seat using the armrests for support.
Turn the footplates back down, so that the user can place his feet on them.
Ensure that the heels rest against the heel supports to prevent contact with the
casters.
Release both hand brakes.
CAUTION:
Always ensure that the front casters a re in line with the rear wheels and pointing
forwards and that the back of the chair is secure either against a wall or firmly held
by an attendant.
4.2.2 Transferring Out
Make sure that the chair is near your final destination.
Back the chair sufficiently to ensure that the casters are pointing forward, i.e. in
line with the rear wheels and usually with the caster forks pointing forward.
Ensure that, where possible, the rear of the chair is against a wall or, if not, it
must be firmly held by an attendant.
Engage both hand brakes.
Turn the footplates up and swing them to the side.
Slide forwards on the seat.
Place one foot firmly on the ground with the knee at a right angle and the other
foot slightly apart and further back.
Place your hands on the front of the armrests and moving your weight forward,
bring your head and shoulders up over your knees as you push yourself up.
CAUTION:
Never stand on the footplates when getting into (or out of) the chair. (See
Figure 4.25)
When getting in and out of the wheelchair please use the hand brakes. The
hand brake is the lever at the side of the wheelchair.
Please ensure that neither the tread on your tires nor the brake block has
become too worn. If pneumatic tires are fitted, please maintain at the
recommended tire pressure for the same reason.
Please ensure that occupant's fingers do not get caught in the brake.
When transferring in and out of the chair, make sure that the brakes are applied to
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