Transfers; Stairs; Escalators - Solax Mobility Mobie Owner's Manual

TRANSFERS

It is dangerous to transfer on your own. It requires good balance and agility. Be aware that
there is a point during every transfer when the Mobie seat is not below you. To avoid a fall:
1. Always turn off power before you transfer to or from your scooter. If you fail to do so
you may touch the joystick/control lever and cause your scooter to move when you do
not expect it.
2. Work with your health care professional to learn safe methods. Learn how to position
your body and how to support yourself during a transfer. Have someone help you
until you are sure you can do a safe transfer on your own.
3. Move your Mobie as close as you can to the seat you are transferring to. If possible,
use a transfer board.
4. Be careful of the foot platform. If you can, remove or swing it out of the way. Never
stand on footrests when you transfer. Doing so may damage them or cause your
scooter to tip.
5. Transfer as far back onto the seat surface as you can. This will reduce the risk that
you will miss the seat or fall.

STAIRS

Never use your Mobie to go up or down stairs, even with an attendant. Doing so is likely to
cause a fall or tip-over

ESCALATORS

Never take your Mobie on an escalator, even with an attendant. Doing so is likely to cause a
fall or tip-over.
To reduce the risk of a fall, tip over or loss of control:
1. Never use your Mobie on a slope unless you are sure you can do so without losing
traction.
2. Go as straight up and as straight down as you can.
a. Do not "cut the corner" on a slope or ramp.
b. Do not turn or change direction on a slope.
3. Always stay in the center of the ramp. Make sure ramp is wide enough that you are
not at risk that a wheel may roll off the side.
Solax Mobie Owner's Manual V1.0
II. Safety
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