2 SAFETY
Transferring To and From Other Seats
WARNING:
ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power OFF and engage the motor locks/clutches to prevent the wheels from moving before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair. Also make sure every precaution is taken to reduce the gap distance. Align both casters parallel with the object you are transferring onto.
| | For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4. |
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| Adequate mobility and upper body strength is |
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| required to perform this activity independently. |
1. | Position the wheelchair to minimize the gap distance between the | |
| wheelchair seat and the seat to which you are transferring. | |
2. | Ensure the casters are aligned parallel with the object. | |
3. | Engage motor locks. Refer to Disengaging/Engaging Motor Lock | |
| Levers on page 57. | |
4. | Shift body weight into seat with transfer. | |
| | During independent transfer, little or no seat |
Front View
Minimize Gap | Wheelchair |
Distance | Seat |
Seat 
Top View
Minimize Gap Distance
Seat Wheelchair Seat
platform will be beneath you. Use a transfer board |
if at all possible. |
FIGURE 4 Transferring To and From Other Seats
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