Wheelchair Propulsion; Lifting The Wheelchair - Invacare Atlas Lite User Manual

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2.1.2 Folding the chair (figures 19 and 20) :

- Fold and lock the footrest/legrest toward the front of the

wheelchair.

- Swivel the plates into the vertical position. Using both

hands, take the centre front and back edges of the seat

upholstery and lift it. Or, tilt the wheelchair to one side

and close it using the handles on the backrest.

Warning :

- Fold the wheelchair while keeping the seat upholstery

upwards to avoid damage by the folding system.

2.2 Wheelchair propulsion

Wheelchair propulsion is provided by the handrims moun-

ted on the wheels.

Qualified medical and paramedical staff will be able to

provide you with advice regarding the propulsion which is

best adapted to your disability.

Preliminary folds the chair (see § 2.1.2), always lift the

wheelchair by gripping the frame at the points (A) shown in

the figure 21.

Never lift the wheelchair by removable parts (armrests,

footrests). Ensure the backrest canes are securely in place.

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