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J. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY

Quickie wheelchairs do not meet federal standards for motor vehicle seating.

1.NEVER let anyone sit in this chair while in a moving vehicle.

a.ALWAYS move the rider to an approved vehicle seat.

b.ALWAYS secure the rider with proper motor vehicle restraints.

2.In an accident or sudden stop the rider may be thrown from the chair. Wheelchair seat belts will not prevent this, and further injury may result from the belts or straps.

3.NEVER transport this chair in the front seat of a vehicle. It may shift and interfere with the driver.

4.ALWAYS secure this chair so that it cannot roll or shift.

5.Do not use any chair that has been involved in a motor vehicle accident.

If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.

K. WHEN YOU NEED HELP

For The Rider:

Make sure that each person who helps you reads and follows all warnings and instructions that apply.

For Attendants:

1.Work with the rider’s doctor, nurse or therapist to learn safe methods best suited to your abilities and those of the rider.

2.Tell the rider what you plan to do, and explain what you expect the rider to do. This will put the rider at ease and reduce the risk of an accident.

3.Make sure the chair has push handles. They provide secure points for you to hold the rear of the chair to prevent a fall or tip-over. Check to make sure push handle grips will not rotate or slip off.

4.To prevent injury to your back, use good posture and proper body mechanics. When you lift or support the rider or tilt the chair, bend your knees slightly and keep your back as upright and straight as you can.

5.Remind the rider to lean back when you tilt the chair backward.

6.When you descend a curb or single step, slowly lower the chair in one easy move- ment. Do not let the chair drop the last few inches to the ground. This may damage the chair or injure the rider.

7.To avoid tripping, unlock and rotate anti-tip tubes up, out of the way. ALWAYS lock the rear wheels and lock anti-tip tubes in place if you must leave the rider alone, even for a moment. This will reduce the risk of a tip over or loss of control of the chair.

If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.

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