Invacare 3GTQSPBASE Owners Manual - Page 29

3 SAFETY Coping with Everyday Obstacles Coping with the irritation of everyday obstacles can be somewhat alleviated by learning how to manage your wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of gravity to maintain stability and balance. While the wheelchair is designed for use primarily in and around the home, the provider should determine whether this wheelchair is suitable for the actual environment in which the wheelchair will be used. ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to drive over curbs or obstacles. Doing so may cause your wheelchair to turn over and cause bodily harm or damage to the wheelchair. CAUTION Be aware of the condition of the ramp. Traction will be diminished/nonexistent on a slippery surface. Proceed with caution.  Do not go down a ramp at full speed. Some seat/back positions will cause the wheelchair to feel unstable. Footplates and Front Rigging ƽ WARNING If the wheelchair dips forward and the footplates touch the ground while the wheelchair is in motion, please contact your dealer for an inspection and avoid use of the wheelchair if possible. Otherwise the user could be injured. ALWAYS maintain a minimum of 3-inches between bottom of the front riggings and the floor/ground while the wheelchair is in motion to ensure proper ground clearance. If necessary, adjust the front rigging height or tilt seat to achieve proper ground clearance. DO NOT use the footplates as a platform. When getting in or out of the wheelchair, make sure that the footplates are in the upward position or swing footrests towards the outside of the wheelchair. Part No 1143151 29 Invacare 3G Storm Series®