SECTION
Proper positioning is essential for your safety. When reaching, leaning, or bending forward, it is important to use the front casters as a tool to maintain stability and balance.
Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to
FIGURE 2.1.
Position the front casters so that they are extended as far forward as possible and engage wheel locks.
FIGURE 2.1 Reaching, Leaning and Bending
Forward
Reaching, Leaning Backwards
WARNING
DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects behind you, as this may cause the wheelchair to tip over.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.2.
Position wheelchair as close as possible to the desired object. Point front casters forward to create the longest possible wheelbase. Reach back only as far as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position.
FIGURE 2.2 Reaching, Leaning Backwards
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