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Solara™ 14 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I
PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts.
Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may
result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair.
Also, be aware of detachable parts such as armrests or legrests. These must NEVER be used to
move the wheelchair or as lifting supports, as they may be inadvertently released, resulting in
possible injury to the user and/or assistant(s).
When learning a new assistance technique, have an experienced assistant help you before
attempting it alone.
PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or
pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees.
The back height, seat depth, back angle, seating system, tilt angle, seat height,
size/position of the rear wheels, size/position of the front casters, as well as the
user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change to
one (1) or any combination of the eleven (11) may cause the wheelchair to
decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified
technician.
Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach, bend and transfer in and out of the
wheelchair. These movements will cause a change to the normal balance, the center of gravity,
and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. To determine and establish your particular safety
limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the
presence of a qualified healthcare professional BEFORE attempting active use of the wheelchair.
Proper positioning is essential for your safety. When reaching, leaning, or bending forward, it is
important to use the front casters as a tool to maintain stability and balance.
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