Karma KM-5000 recliner Series Owner's Manual page 23

4.3.4.1 Going Down Kerbs(Curbs) Forwards With an Attendant
CAUTION:
This is the more difficult method and can jar the user but allows a better view of
traffic.
Be careful that the anti-tipper does not get caught on the kerb(curb) causing the
user to fall.
NEVER ALLOW THE CHAIR TO TIP FORWARDS WHEN GOING DOWN A
KERB(CURB).
Position the chair so that the front castors(casters) are near the edge of the
kerb(curb) and make sure that the road is clear.
Move the chair slowly and carefully forwards while tilting it back slightly. Be
ready to take the weight when the rear wheels cross the kerb(curb) edge.
Ensure that both rear wheels touch the ground at the same time to avoid tipping
the chair.
Gently lower the front castors(casters). AVOID JARRING THE USER.
4.3.4.2 Going Down Kerbs(Curbs) Backwards With an Attendant
CAUTION:
This is the easier and smoother method BUT it requires the attendant to
step backwards into the road.
Back the chair to the kerb(curb) edge and be careful that the back wheels are
equally near the edge.
Grasping the push handles, gently lower the rear wheels onto the road. Be
prepared to control the weight as it descends and ensure that the back wheels
touch ground at the same time.
Tilt the chair back slightly and pull the tilted chair far enough into the road so that
the castors(casters) and footrests can be lowered clear of the kerb(curb).
4.3.5 Going Up Kerbs(Curbs)
Please note: This operation is best attempted with the aid of an attendant and
the best method is to go up kerbs(curbs) forwards as this maintains the
direction of travel and is physically less demanding for the attendant.
4.3.5.1 Going Up Kerbs(Kurbs) Forwards With an Attendant
As the footrests nearly touch the kerb(curb) tilt the chair. The chair should be
tilted just high enough to allow the front castors(casters) to roll smoothly onto the
pavement.
Push the chair forward until the rear wheels are touching the kerb(curb). Then,
continuing the movement, lift at the push handles while moving the chair
forwards.
4.3.5.2 Going Up Kerbs(Curbs) Backwards With an Attendant
Please note: for safety's sake we do not recommend using this method.
4.3.6 Up and Down Steps/Stairs
Please note: avoid flights of steps particularly if no extra help is available.
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