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IN USE
OPERATING THE PARKING DEVICE
5 TO ENGAGE THE PARKING DEVICE
Using a foot, pull back on BOTH pedals ensuring
the pins are securely located in the wheel spokes.
TO RELEASE THE PARKING DEVICE
Push forward on BOTH pedals. The parking device
should not be used to slow down a moving
transport chair.
HARNESS OPERATION
TO ATTACH THE HARNESS
6A Insert both fasteners securely into the clasp.
6B Adjust strap lengths by sliding the buckles. The belt
and shoulder straps should be snug.
TO RELEASE THE HARNESS
7C Squeeze fastener prongs and pull the belt apart.
It may be necessary to unclip the shoulder straps
from the clasp.
7D " D" rings are included for fitting an additional
harness if desired. The harness may not be
adequate in all cases. Expert medical advice should
be sought.
REMOVING THE FOOTREST
8 Depress both white plastic catches located on each
side of the footrest and withdraw the footrest.
GETTING INTO THE TRANSPORT CHAIR
Ensure both parking devices are ON.
To make access easier, the footrest can be removed.
If possible, place the back of the transport chair
squarely against a wall or immovable object.
Alternatively, another helper may hold the transport
chair steady.
If the child is not being lifted into the transport chair,
align the front wheels with the back wheels. Place the
child's feet on the ground between the front wheels,
one foot just forward of the other and lower the child
gently into the seat. The child may assist by holding the
transport chair's front legs.
Fasten the harness and adjust the strap lengths. Belt
and shoulder harness should be snug. Replace the
footrest at the appropriate height.
Take note of how the child wishes to move or be
moved. Co-operation between attendant and child will
reduce the risk of injury occurring during lifting and
manoeuvring operations.
GETTING OUT OF THE TRANSPORT CHAIR
Ensure both parking devices are ON and the footrest is
removed.
If possible, place the back of the transport chair
squarely against a wall or immovable object.
Alternatively, another helper may hold the transport
chair steady.
Align the front swivel wheels with the rear wheels to
allow room for the child's feet.
Unfasten the harness clasp and if necessary unclip the
shoulder straps.
If the child is not being lifted out of the transport chair,
the child should grasp each transport chair front leg
and bending slightly forward, place both feet firmly
on the ground, one forward of the other. The child
should then push upward to a standing position with
assistance if necessary.
PUSHING TECHNIQUES
Plan a trip to take into account obstacles, terrain and
distances to be covered.
The attendant should walk at a sensible speed and
warn the child before carrying out manoeuvres.
The attendant should maintain firm control of the
transport chair at all times using both handles.
Avoid uneven or soft ground. If this kind of terrain is
unavoidable then it is sometimes easier to pull the
transport chair backwards.
A child may feel safer if pulled backwards when going
down a steep slope.
Negotiate swing doors in reverse, use your back to
open the doors then pull the transport chair through.
Operating the transport chair should be an enjoyable
experience for both attendant and child provided that
there is mutual confidence and understanding.
NEGOTIATING A KERB
9 GETTING DOWN A KERB OR SINGLE STEP
Take the front wheels to the edge of the kerb.
Hold the handles firmly and tip the transport chair
backwards and balance on the rear wheels.
Take the rear wheels to the edge of the kerb.
Lower the transport chair down the kerb on its rear
wheels.
Never tip the transport chair forward at a kerb.
GETTING UP A KERB OR SINGLE STEP
10 METHOD 1
Take the front wheels to the kerb. With a firm grip
on the handles, tip the transport chair backwards
and place the front wheels on top of the kerb.
Position the rear wheels at the kerb bottom and lift
to the upper level.
METHOD 2
Turn the transport chair around and position the
back wheels against the kerb.
Maintaining a firm grip on the handles, tilt the
transport chair backward and pull the rear wheels
to the upper level.
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