Invacare Spectra Plus user manual Transfers

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TRANSFERS

Learning how to get in and out of a wheelchair safely and without injury is most important. Transferring to and from your powerchair may require practice and a good sense of balance. It is recommended that whenever possible you have assistance when transferring to and from your powerchair. It is recognised, however, that situations may occur when assistance is not available. It is desirable to learn and practice different techniques to accomplish a safe transfer.

Many experienced wheelchair users have developed and mastered their own method of transferring to and from the chair, resulting in great independence and self-care. Such ability depends largely on the strength of the individual, their capabilities and the type of chair. No single technique would be practical, or possible, for all wheelchair users. Safety is the primary consideration in all techniques.

To carry out the transfer confidently and to eliminate the possibility of personal injury, check the following:-

•Be sure the power is turned off.

•Be sure that the brakes are on and the drive engaged.

•Tip the footplates up or remove footrest assemblies completely to reduce the risk of leg or foot injury.

•Avoid standing or putting your weight on the footplates. This may cause the chair to tip.

•Remove armrest assemblies completely for side transfers.

Attendant assistance is recommended and the following advice is relevant:-

•The attendant lifting the occupant should take special precautions to avoid tipping or injuries from lifting, supporting, turning and lowering the patient.

•The attendant is responsible for stabilising the wheelchair and must take precautions to prevent the wheelchair moving or sliding during the transfer, ie apply brakes and ensure chair is not in free wheel.

•Be sure that the seat which is being transferred to is stable and will not create a possible hazard by moving or tipping when the occupant is raised or lowered.

If in doubt, ask for assistance or use a device that will ensure safe transfer, ie patient lifter or transfer board.

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Contents Spectra Plus Contents Foreword Purpose of the Power ChairAdvisory Safety Notice Getting Acquainted with Your NEW Power Chair Safety PrecautionsFeatures JoystickBackrest Angle Adjustment Seat and Backrest AdjustmentSeat Depth Adjustment 35mm depth adjustment Armrest Adjustment Tensiontensionadjustableadjustablebackrest MANUALALTILTT--IN--SPACEHandling and Operation Controllers Pilot IntegralDynamic DL Controller Recommended Driving PositionImportant Information for Your Safety Introduction DX-REMG80IMASTER RemoteHandling and Transportation Driving the WheelchairSafety and Misuse Warnings MaintenanceFault Diagnostics Controlling Lighting Functions Using the Keypad Left and Right IndicatorsAppendix a Side LightsNegotiating Kerbs PILOT+Negotiating GRADIENTS/SLOPES Joystick Module Details ControlsHorn Switch Maximum Speed Indicator Speed Adjustment Mode Controller Options DUAL/ATTENDANT ControlCircuit Breakers 30 AMP Chin Control Attendant ControlTransfers Adjustment FootrestsLowest Part Footrest Must be AT Least For Clearance Elevating LegrestsPushing the Chair Freewheel Mode Levers Pointing RearwardsRE-ASSEMBLY Operating the Chair Outdoors Kerb ClimbingGoing UP a Kerb Going Down a KerbDIS-ASSEMBLY Detachable Motors Drive Wheel Removal Drive WHEEL-LOCKS Manual BrakesOccupant’s inertia seat belt Which also must be used Power chair was ttestted toLabelled „TIIEDOWNPOINTPOINT Diiagram Fig. No..2 shows Transportation Fig. No.3Tray Assembly Fitting Operation Instructions Operation Removal Switch OFF the ControllerLateral Support Fitting Instructions Shown in FigMains Socket Charger Controller Front Charging BatteriesBatteries Battery Connections Pollution from improper disposalKeeping Your Chair in Good Condition CHROME/PAINTWORKFault Finding Daily Weekly Monthly Yearly Spectra PlusTechnical Information Approved Accessories Available Models Covered Spectra Plus Spectra Plus
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