E&J GF0600050REVE06 manual III Handling tips, Balance, Transfer activities, Reaching / bending

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III Handling tips

The Everest & Jennings® Everest with Captain Seat has been designed and engineered to perform as a sta- ble and well balanced unit when used as intended, but it is possible to tip the Everest with Captain Seat over if used improperly. We urge you to learn the characteristics of your wheelchair. It is most important to learn safe methods to perform the daily activities basic to your lifestyle. Consult healthcare profession- als for assistance in developing the skills and proper techniques to perform all activities safely.

Balance

Proper balance is the key to maintaining the stability of your wheelchair. Reaching, bending, and trans- ferring to or from a wheelchair will change the weight distribution and center of gravity of you and your wheelchair. When performing such activities, do so as instructed in the following paragraphs to avoid tipping the wheelchair.

Transfer activities

WARNING: Always ensure that wheelchair is on a stable, level surface, engage the drive engagement levers, and turn wheelchair power off before transfer.

WARNING: Do not step on the footplates during transfer; this could cause the wheel- chair to tip. Fold the footplates up during transfer. There is a critical mo- ment when there is little or no seat platform beneath you. Take every pre- caution to reduce this unsupported distance before you attempt transfer.

Transferring to or from a wheelchair is a very difficult maneuver. Exercise extreme care when transferring without the aid of either an attendant or a patient lift. Consult healthcare professionals for assistance in developing your individual technique. Make sure that the wheelchair is stabilized, and will not move or slide during the transfer. Take extra precaution to prevent tipping. Use good body mechanics to prevent personal injury.

Reaching / bending

Although it is not recommended, you may find it occasionally necessary to lean or reach from your wheelchair. Consult with healthcare professionals for assistance in developing your personal safe reaching or moving techniques suited to your ability and restrictions.

Forward or sideward

WARNING: Do not attempt to reach objects if you are required to move forward in the seat. Do not attempt to retrieve objects from the floor if you must reach down between your knees. Do not shift your weight in the direction that you are reaching and/or bending; this could cause the wheelchair to tip.

1.Maneuver the wheelchair as close as possible to the object you wish to reach.

2.Reach only as far as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position. If in doubt, reposi- tion the wheelchair or ask for assistance.

Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual

GF0600050RevE06, August 2006

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Contents Everest Contents Introduction II Important safety precautions GF0600050RevE06, August GF0600050RevE06, August Electromagnetic interference EMI from radio wave sources Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Interference EMIImportant Information EMI WarningsBalance III Handling tipsTransfer activities Reaching / bendingRamps and Inclines BackwardAscent DescentIV Getting started Power drive systemController cable JoystickMaximum speed / profile indicator Battery indicatorHorn button Speed / profile decrease buttonOperating instructions Adjust hand control extension Backward / forward VI AdjustmentsAdjust hand control extension-change sides Adjust arm space from seat frame width between arms Back Fold back down Adjust back angleHeadrest Adjust headrest heightInstall seat refer to the pictures at right SeatRemove seat refer to the pictures at right Adjust seat height refer to the pictures on previous Cowl Remove cowl refer to the picture at right Install cowl refer to the picture aboveAdjust individual footplate extension length Adjust footplate extension length see picture at rightVII Batteries Guidelines to extending battery lifeBattery charger front panel Output cable and connector Battery chargerStatus indicator Battery capacity level indicatorSafety-charging the batteries Charging the batteries Remove and install batteries Install batteries Adjust battery brackets if necessaryGF0600050RevE06, August Clean battery terminals Regular battery maintenance Clean batteriesDo-it-yourself maintenance Viii MaintenanceGeneral care List of tools and suppliesCharge batteries Check joystickControl system cable connections Front wheel drive Control system cable connections Rear wheel drive Check & clean upholstery Clean frameCheck tires Check controller & park brakesCheck caster forks Inspect motor brushesCheck bearings IX Troubleshooting Batteries General TroubleshootingGeneral diagnostic guide Troubleshooting controllerWheelchair will be operable when the following faults occur Battery indicator control system status displayBattery indicator control system fault display Power outlet and wheelchair battery charger receptacle Troubleshooting battery chargerGF0600050RevE06, August Warranty Periods Limited WarrantyGF0600050RevE06, August XI Index

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