Invacare R51LXP Owners Manual - Page 18

SECTION 3-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Tilting ƽ WARNING DO NOT tilt the wheelchair without assistance. When tilting the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of the wheelchair on a non-removable (non-detachable) part. Inform the wheelchair occupant before tilting the wheelchair and remind him/her to lean back. Be sure the occupant's feet and hands are clear of all wheels. Tilting - Curbs After mastering the techniques of tilting the wheelchair, use this procedure to tackle curbs, short stairs, etc. This procedure requires two assistants. The second assistant should be positioned at the front of the wheelchair lifting upward on a non-removable (non-detachable) part of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is being lowered to the ground. The first assistant should turn the anti-tippers so the wheels are pointing up, apply a continuous downward motion until the balance point is achieved and the front casters clear the curb. At this point, the assistants will feel a difference in the weight distribution. ƽ WARNING DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground. This could result in injury to the occupant. Anti-tippers MUST BE used at all times. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or gravel surfaces, anti-tippers may not provide the same level of protection against tipover. Extra caution must be observed when traversing such surfaces. Roll the wheelchair forward and SLOWLY lower the wheelchair in one continuous movement. Push the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels roll up and over the curb. ƽ WARNING Make sure anti-tipper wheels are pointing down towards the ground/floor before using the wheelchair. Turn the anti-tipper wheels down toward the ground/floor. R51™and R51LXP 18 Part No. 1106645