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Part No. 1110545 11 A4
SECTION 1GENERAL GUIDELINES
GENERAL GUIDELINES
SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS
Safety and Handling of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the wheelchair
user as well as the assistant. This manual points out the most common procedures and
techniques involved in the safe operation and maintenance of the wheelchair. It is
important to practice and master these safe techniques until you are comfortable in
maneuvering around the frequently encountered architectural barriers.
Use this information only as a basic guide. The techniques that are discussed on the
following pages have been used successfully by many users.
Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with daily living activities that
may differ from those described in this manual. Invacare recognizes and encourages each
individual to try what works best for him/her in overcoming architectural barriers that
they may encounter, however ALL WARNINGS and CAUTIONS given in this manual
MUST be followed. Techniques in this manual are a starting point for the new
wheelchair user and assistant with safety as the most important consideration for all.
STABILITY AND BALANCE
WARNING
ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Inasmuch as the SEAT
POSITIONING STRAP is an option on this wheelchair (You may order
with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends
ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for the
wheelchair user.
Anti-tippers MUST BE attached at all times. Inasmuch as the ANTI-
TIPPERS are an option on this wheelchair (You may order with or without
the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers
as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user.
To assure safe stability and operation of the wheelchair, proper balance and positioning
must be maintained by the user. Your wheelchair has been designed to remain upright
and stable during normal daily activities provided you do not move beyond the center of
gravity. Depending on your individual circumstances, proper positioning may require the
use of a seat positioning strap.
DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than the length of the
armrests. Make sure the casters are pointing in the forward position whenever you lean
forward. This can be achieved by advancing the wheelchair and then reversing it in a
straight line.
COPING WITH EVERYDAY OBSTACLES
Coping with the problems of everyday obstacles can be improved somewhat by learning
how to manage your wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of gravity to maintain
stability and balance.