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Transferring To/From Other Seats
WARNING
BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of
the wheelchair, every precaution should
be taken to reduce the gap distance. Turn
both casters toward the object you are
transferring onto. Also be certain to en-
gage motor locks to help prevent the
wheels from moving.
CAUTION
When transferring, position yourself as far
back as possible in the seat. This will pre-
vent broken screws, damaged upholstery
and the possibility of the wheelchair tip-
ping forward.
NOTE: This activity may be performed independently pro-
vided you have adequate mobility and upper body
strength.
GENERAL GUIDELINESPROCEDURE 1
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Position the wheelchair as close as possible along
side the seat to which you are transferring, with the
casters aligned parallel with the object. Engage
motor locks. Shift body weight into seat with transfer.
During independent transfer, little or no seat platform
will be beneath you. Use a transfer board if at all pos-
sible.
Reaching, Bending - Backwards
WARNING
DO NOT lean over the top of the back
upholstery. This will change your center
of gravity and may cause you to tip over.
Position wheelchair as close as possible to the de-
sired object. Point front casters forward to create the
longest possible wheelbase. Reach back only as far
as your arm will extend without changing your sitting
position.
MINIMIZE
GAP
DISTANCE
Reaching, Leaning, Bending and Bending -
Forward
Position the front casters so that they are extended as far
forward as possible and engage wheel locks. DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO REACH OBJECTS IF YOU HAVE TO
PICK THEM UP FROM THE FLOOR BY REACHING
DOWN BETWEEN YOUR KNEES.