SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS

Transferring to and From Other Seats

WARNING

ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power off and engage the Motor Release Levers 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 by aligning both the front and rear casters parallel with the object you are transferring onto.

CAUTION

When transferring, position yourself as far back as possible in the seat. This will pre- vent broken screws, damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair tip- ping forward.

NOTE: This activity may be performed independently provided you have adequate mobility and upper body strength.

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 3.3.

1.Position the wheelchair as close as possible along side the seat to which you are transferring, with the rear casters pointing away from it.

2.After the wheelchair is positioned properly for transfer, verify that the Motor Release Levers are engaged. Refer to Engaging/Disengaging Motor Release Lever on page 66.

3.Flip back or remove arm on side of wheelchair you are transferring from.

4.Shift body weight into seat with transfer.

During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will be beneath you. Use a transfer board if at all possible.

Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 3.4 on page 22.

Position the front and rear casters so that they are extended as far forward as possible and engage Motor Release Levers.

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.

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Pronto M71 specifications

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