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Driving Surfaces, 6.2.2 Safety Information When Approaching Obstacles

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WARNING! Risk of Injury or Damage Improper position and activity, such as reaching, bending or transferring may change the normal balance, center of gravity or weight distribution of the wheelchair causing injury or damage. -Observe and follow all instructions and warnings regarding reach, weight, balance and positioning. -Determine and establish your particular safety limits. Practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active use of the wheelchair. -DO NOT move beyond the center of gravity. -DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than the length of the armrests. -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. -DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching. -DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair. -DO NOT lean over the top of the back of the wheelchair. 6.2.1 Driving Surfaces WARNING! Risk of Injury, Damage or Death Loss of traction or stability on rough or unstable terrain may cause injury, damage or death. 60101916-A 6 Usage -Use care when operating the wheelchair on rough or unstable terrain. This would include but is not limited to areas of rock, mulch, mud, uneven pavement, roots and similar conditions. -Be aware of your surroundings and conditions that might affect the ability to operate the wheelchair. Your power wheelchair has been designed to operate on firm, dry, level surfaces (such as, interior floors, concrete and asphalt). Other acceptable surfaces likely to be encountered include packed soil, grass, and gravel. Do not operate the wheelchair in any type or depth of water (edges of streams, lakes, or oceans.) If you approach an unfamiliar surface and feel uneasy about driving on that surface, avoid that surface. 6.2.2 Safety Information When Approaching Obstacles Approach obstacles safely by learning 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. 39

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WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Damage
Improper position and activity, such as reaching,
bending or transferring may change the normal
balance, center of gravity or weight distribution of the
wheelchair causing injury or damage.
-Observe and follow all instructions and warnings
regarding reach, weight, balance and positioning.
-Determine and establish your particular safety limits.
Practice bending, reaching and transferring activities
in several combinations in the presence of a qualified
healthcare professional before attempting active use
of the wheelchair.
-DO NOT move beyond the center of gravity.
-DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any
further than the length of the armrests.
-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.
-DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward
the direction you are reaching.
-DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair.
-DO NOT lean over the top of the back of the
wheelchair.
6.2.1 Driving Surfaces
WARNING!
Risk of Injury, Damage or Death
Loss of traction or stability on rough or unstable
terrain may cause injury, damage or death.
-Use care when operating the wheelchair on rough or
unstable terrain. This would include but is not limited
to areas of rock, mulch, mud, uneven pavement,
roots and similar conditions.
-Be aware of your surroundings and conditions that
might affect the ability to operate the wheelchair.
Your power wheelchair has been designed to operate on firm,
dry, level surfaces (such as, interior floors, concrete and
asphalt). Other acceptable surfaces likely to be encountered
include packed soil, grass, and gravel.
Do not operate the wheelchair in any type or depth of
water (edges of streams, lakes, or oceans.)
If you approach an unfamiliar surface and feel uneasy
about driving on that surface, avoid that surface.
6.2.2 Safety Information When Approaching Obstacles
Approach obstacles safely by learning 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.
60101916-A
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