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VI. General Warnings

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U. WHEELCHAIR LIFTS

Wheelchair lifts are used in vans, buses, and buildings to help you move from one

level to another.

1. Always turn

off all power to your chair when you are on a lift. If you fail to do

so, you may touch the joystick by accident and cause your chair to drive off the

platform. (Be aware that a “roll-stop” at the end of the platform may not pre-

vent this).

2. Make sure there is not a lip or drop-off at the top or bottom of the platform.

These may cause a fall or tip-over. When in doubt, have someone help you.

3. Always position the user securely in the chair to help prevent falls while on a lift.

4. Avoid moving forward if a wheel is “hung up” on the lip of the ramp. Backup,

reposition the caster for a more direct approach. And slowly try again.

V. CURBS & SINGLE STEPS

1. It is recommended to climb and/or descend a curb, single step, or other obstacle

that a ramp or curb cutout is always used.

2. If you must climb or descend a curb, single step, or other obstacle that is

greater than 2.5", it is recommended to have a person assist you in doing so.

3. In no case should you try to climb a curb, single step, or other obstacle greater

than 4" high.

4. If you must climb or descend a curb or step alone do so at your own risk using

extreme care and follow the following procedure:

• Proceed slowly, at a steady speed

• Go as straight up or down as you can over the obstacle. Never turn when try-

ing to climb or descend and obstacle, doing so may result in a fall or tip-over.

5. Failure to follow the above procedures may cause:

• A Fall or Tip Over

• Damage to the frame, wheels, axles or other parts, or loose fasteners.

W. STAIRS

PROHIBITED!

Never use this chair to go up or down stairs, even with an attendant.

Doing so is likely to cause a fall or tip-over.

X. ESCALATORS

PROHIBITED!

er tak

e this chair on an escalator

, even with an attendant.

Doing so is likely to cause a fall or tip-over.

S. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A FALL, TIP-OVER OR LOSS OF CONTROL:

1. Never use your chair on a slope unless you are sure you can do so without losing

traction.

2. Always go as straight up and as straight down as you can.

•Do not “cut the corner” on a slope or ramp.

•Do not turn or change direction on a slope.

3. Always stay in the center of the ramp. Make sure ramp is wide enough that you

are not at risk that a wheel may roll off the side.

4. Keep your chair moving at a slow, steady speed. Keep control over the chair at

all times.

•On a descent, do not let your chair accelerate beyond its normal speed.

•If the chair picks up speed, center the joystick to slow down or stop.

Q-NOTE– The solid state controller of your chair has a logic system that will

help control your speed when driving on a slope or up hill.

•If you stop, re-start slowly.

T. RAMPS AT HOME & WORK

Before driving on a ramp, survey the condition of the ramp. On slippery

ramps traction may be reduced causing your wheelchair to slide.

Make sure ramps meet all Building Codes for your area.

1. For your safety, have a licensed contractor build or remodel ramp to meet all

standards.

Q-NOTE– The proper design will vary, depending on such things as: the

length and height of the ramp; the need for an intermediate platform; landing size;

doors, and the direction of swing, and; whether the ramp includes a turn or angle.

At A Minimum:

1. Open sides of ramp must have side rails to prevent your chair from going over

the edge.

2. Slope must not be steeper than one inch in height for every one foot of slope

length (approximately 10º).

Ramp surface must be even, and have a non-skid surface.

4. You may need to add a section at the top or bottom to avoid a lip or drop-off.

5. Ramp must be sturdy. Add bracing if needed, so ramp does not “bow” when you

ride on it.

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