Invacare TER Owners Manual - Page 15

SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur. Before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair, every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance. Turn both castors parallel to the object you are transferring onto. Also be certain the wheel locks are engaged to prevent the wheels from moving. DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways. DO NOT climb, go up or down ramps or traverse slopes greater than 9°. DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with a water, ice or oil film. DO NOT attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles. Doing so may cause your wheelchair to turn over and cause bodily harm or damage to the wheelchair. DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair. DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair. Check all allen screws that secure the footrest/raised footrest system to the chair frame before using the wheelchair, especially if engaging in any contact sport. Anti‐tippers MUST BE attached at all times. Inasmuch as the anti‐tippers are an option on this wheelchair (you may order with or without the anti‐tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti‐tippers as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user. Anti‐tippers MUST be used at all times. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on gravel surfaces, anti‐tippers may not provide the same level of protection against tip over. Extra caution MUST be observed when traversing such surfaces. Unless otherwise noted, all service and adjustments should be performed while the wheelchair is unoccupied. ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Inasmuch as the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP is an option on this wheelchair (You may order with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare Top End strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user. The seat positioning strap is a positioning belt only. It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts. If signs of wear appear, belt MUST be replaced immediately. ALWAYS use the handrims for self‐propulsion. Inasmuch as the handrims are an option on this wheelchair (you may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user. DO NOT use the footplate as a platform when getting in or out of the wheelchair. The bumper design creates a potential foot entrapment area. Ensure the occupant's legs and feet are properly secured during use. When transferring the occupant, ensure the feet do not slip between the bumper and the footrests. Tyre Pressure and Information DO NOT use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tyre pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT overinflate the tyres. Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tyre to explode and cause bodily harm. The recommended tyre pressure is on the sidewall of the tyre. Replacement of the tyre or tube MUST be performed by a qualified technician. Part No 1122172 15 Everyday Series Wheelchairs/Sport Series Wheelchairs