1 - Safety and operating limits
Stability and equilibrium
To ensure that the wheelchair remains stable and is manipulated correctly, you must always maintain good equilibrium. Your wheelchair has been designed to remain stable for normal everyday use.
Nearly everything you do from the wheelchair will have an effect on the centre of gravity. We recommend using straps for increased safety when you are moving about and shifting your weight.
Weight distribution
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Many actions will cause you to reach out, lean over or move about within the wheelchair and outside it.
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Weight limit
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The recommended weight limit is 120 kg. However, your degree of activity is important.
For example, an active person weighing 77 kg may subject the wheelchair to more stress than a person weighing 100 kg. We recommend that a very active wheelchair person must select an appropriate design of wheelchair.
Your distributor will advise you on the best model.
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