Invacare Wheelchair Atlas User Manual
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SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS
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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
ƽ 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
Reaching, Leaning Backwards
ƽ 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