Invacare XtraTM 1026793 - Manual (Page 18)

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS
Xtra™ 18 Part No 1026793
Tipping
ƽ WARNING
DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance.
When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of the wheelchair on a
non-removable (non-detachable) part. Inform the wheelchair occupant before tipping the
wheelchair and remind him/her to lean back. Be sure the occupant’s feet and hands are
clear of all wheels.
Tipping - Curbs
After mastering the techniques of tipping the wheelchair, use this procedure to tackle
curbs, short stairs, etc.
Method 1 - Wheelchair with Step Tubes
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.1.
Apply a continuous downward motion until the balance point is achieved and the front
casters clear the curb. At this point, the assistant will feel a difference in the weight
distribution.
Roll the wheelchair forward and slowly lower the wheelchair in one continuous
movement onto the sidewalk.
ƽ WARNING
DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground. This could result
in injury to the occupant.
Push the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels roll up and over the curb.
FIGURE 2.1 Method 1 - Wheelchair with Step Tubes
Method 2 - Wheelchair without Step Tubes
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.2.
It is recommended that METHOD 2 use two (2) assistants.
The second assistant should be positioned at the front of the wheelchair lifting upward on
the removable (non-detachable) part of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair
and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is being lowered to the ground.