Invacare 1125078 service manual Transporting the Wheelchair

SECTION 13—TRANSPORTING THE WHEELCHAIR

SECTION 13—TRANSPORTING THE WHEELCHAIR

WARNING

After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.

ALWAYS transport the battery pack/box in an upright and secure manner. To prevent damage, do not transport the battery pack/box with other objects that could suddenly shift during transportation, unless they are secured or in a different vehicle area. DO NOT transport battery pack/box with gas cans or similar containers in the same vehicle area.

The weight of the wheelchair without the user and batteries is approximately 74 lbs. Use proper lifting techniques (lift with your legs) to avoid injury. Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move an unoccupied power wheelchair. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Make sure to use only secure, non-detachable parts for hand-hold supports.

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 13.1 on page 75.

1.Remove the occupant from the wheelchair.

2.Remove the battery pack or battery box. Refer to Removing/Installing the Battery Pack on the At’m on page 45 or Removing/Installing the Battery Box on the At’m QT on page 46.

3.Remove the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat on page 31.

4.Remove any accessories on the wheelchair.

5.Bend your knees and keep your back straight.

6.Using non-removable (nondetachable) parts, transfer the seat, battery pack or battery box, wheelchair base and any accessories to the desired location.

7.Reinstall any accessories that were removed in STEP 3.

8.Reinstall the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat on page 31.

9.Reinstall the battery pack or battery box. Refer to Removing/Installing the Battery Pack on the At’m on page 45 or Removing/Installing the Battery Box on the At’m QT on page 46.

At’m and At’m QT 74 Part No. 1125078