Upward And Downward Slopes; Folding And Unfolding The Wheelchair - Invacare Zipper 2 User Manual

1.7 - Upward and downward slopes (operating limits)
Do not attempt to go up or down
slopes greater than 9% without
assistance. (Figure 20)
Always go straight up and down
slopes otherwise the wheelchair
might overturn. (Figure 21)
Upward slopes
Lean the upper part of the body
forward and push the chair forward with
short quick thrusts on the handrims to
maintain speed and control direction. If
you wish to take a rest, apply both
brakes when stopping. (Figure 22).
NB: The use of Anti Tippers is
recommended in traversing of upward
slopes.
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Downward slopes
Lean backwards carefully and allow the
handrims to slide through your hands.
Be ready to react at any moment to
check the speed and direction by
keeping in close contact with the
handrims. The manual brakes should
not be used to slow you down. (Figure
23)
If you are going up or down a slope
avoid turning sharply and never try to
go up or down diagonally.
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2.1 - Folding and unfolding the wheelchair

Wheelchair with fabric upholstery.
To fold
Lift the footplates .
Release the backrest tensioner if necessary.
Using both hands, take the centre of the seat fabric at the front and back
edges and raise it. (Figure 24).
Or, tilt the wheelchair to one side and close it using the handles on the back
rest or the armrests. (Figure 25).
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