![](/images/new-backgrounds/1294755/29475515x1.webp)
8 | E n g l i s h |
|
![](/images/new-backgrounds/1294755/29475515xi2.webp)
![](/images/new-backgrounds/1294755/29475515xi3.webp)
![](/images/new-backgrounds/1294755/29475515xi4.webp)
![](/images/new-backgrounds/1294755/29475515xi5.webp)
![](/images/new-backgrounds/1294755/29475515xi6.webp)
![](/images/new-backgrounds/1294755/29475515xi7.webp)
![](/images/new-backgrounds/1294755/29475515xi8.webp)
![](/images/new-backgrounds/1294755/29475515xi9.webp)
![](/images/new-backgrounds/1294755/29475515xi10.webp)
W a r n i n g s : F a l l s & T i p - O v e r s ![](/images/new-backgrounds/1294755/29475515xi12.webp)
![](/images/new-backgrounds/1294755/29475515xi13.webp)
WARNINGS: FALLS &
A. CENTER OF BALANCE
WARNING
The point where this chair will tip forward, back, or to the side depends on its center of balance and stability. How your chair is set up, the options you select and the changes you make may affect the risk of a fall or
1.Center of balance is affected by:
a.A change in the
•Seating system consisting of cushion and or back support;
•The seat height
b.A change in your body position, posture or weight distribution.
c.Riding your chair on a ramp or slope.
d.The use of a backpack or other options, and the amount of added weight.
2.To reduce the risk of an accident:
a.Consult your doctor, nurse or therapist to find out what axle and caster position is best for you.
b.Consult your authorized supplier BEFORE you modify or adjust this chair. Be aware that you may need to make other changes to correct the center of balance.
c.Have someone help you until you know the balance points of your chair and how to avoid a
d.Use
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall,
B. DRESSING OR CHANGING CLOTHES
WARNING
Your weight may shift if you dress or change clothes while seated in this chair.
To reduce the risk of a fall or
1.Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible. This makes the chair more stable.
2.Lock
3.Engage your wheel locks.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall,
C. WHEELIES
WARNING
Doing a "wheelie" means balancing on the rear wheels of your chair while the front casters are in the air. It is dangerous to do a "wheelie" as a fall or
1.Consult your doctor, nurse or therapist to find out if you are a good candidate to learn to do a “wheelie.”
2.Do not attempt a “wheelie” UNLESS you are a skilled wheelchair user of this chair or you have help.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall,