Invacare TDXSIV-HD-S Owners Manual 4 - Page 13

2 SAFETY Stability and Balance ƽ WARNING ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. The seat positioning strap is a positioning strap ONLY. It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety straps. If signs of wear appear, strap MUST be replaced IMMEDIATELY. With regard to seat/chest positioning straps - it is the obligation of the DME dealer, therapists and other healthcare professionals to determine if a seat/chest positioning strap is required to ensure the safe operation of this equipment by the user. To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice use of this product on various sloping surfaces in the presence of a qualified healthcare provider before attempting active use of this wheelchair. Other general warnings listed within this document also apply. DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair. Footplates and Front Rigging ƽ WARNING DO NOT use the footplates as a platform. DO NOT stand on the footplates/footboard. 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. When determining the depth of the telescoping front frame tubes, make sure the rear of the footrests do not interfere with the movement of the front casters. Otherwise damage to the wheelchair may result or may impede proper operation. Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward. ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees. Part No 1143195 13 Invacare® Van Seat