Transferring to and from other seats – Invacare Wheelchair Pronto M91 Base User Manual

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SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS

Transferring To and From Other Seats

ƽ WARNING

ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power Off and engage the motor release levers to

prevent the wheels from moving before attempting to transfer in or out of the

wheelchair. Also, make sure every precaution is taken to reduce the gap distance by

aligning both the front AND rear casters parallel with the object you are

transferring onto.

CAUTION

When transferring, position yourself as far back as possible in the seat. This will

prevent broken screws, damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair

tipping forward.

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to
FIGURE 3.5.

NOTE: This activity may be performed
independently provided you have adequate
mobility and upper body strength.

1. Position the wheelchair as close as

possible along side the seat to which
you are transferring, with the rear
casters pointing away from it.

FIGURE 3.5 Transferring To and From

2. After the wheelchair is positioned properly for transfer, verify that the Motor Release

3. Flip back or remove arm on side of wheelchair you are transferring from.

4. Shift body weight into seat with transfer.

During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will be beneath you. Use a transfer
board if at all possible.