Sunrise Medical Xpress Center of Balance, Dressing or Changing Clothes, Obstacles

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B. CENTER OF BALANCE

Kid Kart mobility devices are designed for stability and performance. The point where this device will tip forward, back, or to the side depends on its center of balance and stability. The center of balance is also affected by:

The distance between the rear wheels.

The seat height and seat angle.

Backrest angle.

Changes in your child's body position, postures or weight distribution.

Pushing the mobility device on a ramp or slope.

The use of a backpack or other options, and the amount of added weight.

To maintain the proper center of gravity and balance:

Consult your therapist and supplier when the mobility device is set up.

Consult your authorized supplier or therapist BEFORE you modify or adjust the mobility device.

Use anti-tip tubes.

C. DRESSING OR CHANGING CLOTHES

Your child's weight may shift if you dress or change your child's clothes while they are seated in the mobility device. To reduce the risk of a fall or tip over while changing clothes or diapers:

Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible.

Engage the wheel locks

Ensure that anti-tip tubes are in the down position.

D. OBSTACLES

Obstacles and road hazards (such as potholes and broken pavement) can damage your mobility device and may cause a fall, tip over or loss of control. To avoid these risks:

Scan the area well ahead for danger as you push the mobility device.

Make sure the floor areas ahead are level and free of obstacles.

Install a ramp at entry or exit doors. Make sure there is not a drop off at the bottom of the ramp.

E. REACHING OR LEANING

If your child reaches or leans it will affect the center of balance of your mobility device. This may cause a fall or tip over.

NEVER allow your child to reach or lean if they must shift their weight sideways, forward, or backward and rise up off the seat.

If your child must reach, move the mobility device as close as you can to the object they wish to reach and rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible.

Note: To do this: Move your mobility device past the object you want to reach, then back up alongside it.

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Contents Kid Kart Xpress Page N T R O D U C T I O N T. Group ListensT a B L E O F C O N T E N T S IntroductionVIII. Maintenance IX. Limited Warranty Tilt in space adjustment mechanism I . Y o u r X p r e s s a n d i t s p a r t s Safety Checklist Changes & AdjustmentsG e n e r a l w a r n i n g s Getting to Know Your XpressMotor Vehicle Safety Environmental ConditionsStreet USE Never use the mobility device shell as a car seatFor Caregivers A r n i n g s f o r s a f e u s e Transit USECenter of Balance Dressing or Changing ClothesObstacles Reaching or LeaningRAMPS, Slopes & Side Hills TransfersCurbs & Steps Maintenance To climb a step or curb going ForwardClimbing Stairs Descending StairsW a r n i n g s f o r c o m p o n e n t s & o p t i o n s Transit OptionANTI-TIP Tubes Tray supportsFasteners FootbedsTires Positioning BeltsPower Drive QUICK-RELEASE AxlesWheel Locks Upholstery FabricWheel Lock Adjustment I . o p e r at i n g i n s t r u c t i o n sUnfolding Folding Frame and Rotating Handle Into Storage Position Your kid kart is equipped with two stage foldingC1. TWO Stage Folding C2. Handle only folding SeeC3. Folding Frame complete Rear Wheel Removal and Installation Positioning Shell Installation Forward Position Reversed PositionPositioning Shell Removal TILT-IN-SPACE TIS Angle Adjustment HIP Angle Adjustment for Karts withoutRecline Adjustment optional Knee Angle Adjustment Sunshade Installation and AdjustmentPositioning and Growth Adjustments Guide Seat Depth AdjustmentStandard Seat Cushion Adjustment Contoured Seating System Cushion AdjustmentsStandard Cushion without Lateral Hip Support Back Positioning Plate Height Adjustment Back Cushion Height AdjustmentFootbed Adjustments Pelvic Positioning Belt Length Adjustment Pelvic Positioning Belt Position Adjustment Butterfly HarnessAssembly to the Seating Shell Lateral Trunk Supports optionalOperating and Adjustment Lateral Height and Width Adjustment SeeLateral Length Adjustment See Lateral Rotation Adjustment SeeWhitmyer Head Supports Attaching Head Support SeeAttaching Head Rest Pad See Patent Pending Installation Forehead Strap AdjustmentDownward Stop Angle Adjustment BB. HIP Pads optional CC. Knee Adductors optionalDD. Knee Abductor Block Adjustment optional EE. tray support AdjustmentFF. Tray Installation and ADJUSTMENToptional GG. Foot Strap Adjustment optional HH. Shoe Holder Strap Adjustment optionalI i . m a i n t e n a n c e L i m i t e d w a r r a n t y T E S T E S T. Group is a division of Sunrise Medical