Transfer In And Out The Wheelchair; Correct Position In The Wheelchair; Riding The Wheelchair - Vermeiren Eclips XXL Gebrauchsanweisung

The mounting of the push bar is done as follows:
1. Secure the push bar  by fastening the left side to the end of handle  with the Philips
screw  in the applicable sunk threads.
2. Gently screw the Philips screw  into the thread of the handle .
3. Swing the push bar to the right.
4. Gently screw the Philips screw  into the thread of the right handle .
To take off the push bar:
1. Loosen the Philips screw  on the right and/or left handgrip.
2. Remove the push bar from the right and/or left handgrip.
3.7

Transfer in and out the wheelchair

CAUTION
 In case you cannot perform the transfer in a safe manner, ask someone to assist you.
 Do not stand on the footplate.
1. Position the wheelchair as close as possible to the chair,
couch or bed to/from you wish to transfer.
2. Check both brakes from the wheelchair are in the on
position.
3. Fold the footplate upwards to prevent standing on them or
remove the footrest on that side (see § 3.1)
4. If the transfer is on the side of the wheelchair, fold the arm
support on that side upwards. (see § 3.3)
5. Transfer to/from the wheelchair.

3.7.1 Correct position in the wheelchair

Some recommendations for a comfortable use of the wheelchair:
 Position your backside as close as possible to the back rest.
 Make sure your upper legs are horizontal – If needed adjust the length of the footrests.
(see § 4.4.1)
3.8

Riding the wheelchair

CAUTION
 Before every usage, make sure that:
parking brakes are working properly.
o
tires are in good condition, see §5.
o
 Prevent your fingers from being caught by the wheel spokes.
 Do not operate the hand rims with wet hands.
 Prevent entrapment of your hands on the hand rims when you pass small passages.
 Do NOT drive on slopes, obstacles, steps or kerbs larger than specified in §6.
 When you stop on a (small) slope, use your brakes.
 Make sure all four wheels touch the ground while riding up or down a slope.
 Take slopes as slow as possible.
 Always stay on the pavement when riding on public roads.
 Pay attention if the road has holes or gaps that may cause entrapment of the wheels.
 Avoid stones and other objects that may block the wheels.
 Make sure that the footplates do not touch ground while taking an obstacle.
 Do not use your wheelchair on an escalator.
 If available, wear your safety belt.
Risk of injuries
Risk of injuries and damage
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