Invacare XTERRA GT User Manual page 24

NEGOTIATING GRADIENTS/SLOPES
• Never attempt to climb or descend an incline where the surface is
rough, wet or slippery (gravel, loose chippings, grass, rain, black
ice, snow etc.).
If you are in a situation where by the power chair fails to climb a
•
ramp and stalls midway through the manoeuvre, DO NOT attempt
to turn the power chair to drive back down in a forward facing
direction, always reverse slowly in a steady, flowing action and DO
NOT brake harshly, as this will upset balance in this situation. If
possible, always seek the assistance of an attendant.
NEGOTIATING KERBS
When approaching kerbs wherever possible
•
mount and dismount pavements via ramps.
Always approach the kerb head on, not at an
angle.
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