Sunrise Medical Kid Kart Xpress - Manual (Page 12)

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V. W A R N I N G s F O R s A F e U s e
B. CeNTeR OF BALANCe
Kid Kart mobility devices are designed for stability and performance. The point where this device
will tip forward, back, or to the side depends on its center of balance and stability. The center of
balance is also affected by:
• The distance between the rear wheels.
• The seat height and seat angle.
• Backrest angle.
• Changes in your child's body position, postures or weight distribution.
• Pushing the mobility device on a ramp or slope.
• The use of a backpack or other options, and the amount of added weight.
To maintain the proper center of gravity and balance:
• Consult your therapist and supplier when the mobility device is set up.
• Consult your authorized supplier or therapist BEFORE you modify or adjust the mobility device.
• Use anti-tip tubes.
C. DRessING OR ChANGING CLOThes
Your child's weight may shift if you dress or change your child's clothes while they are seated in the
mobility device. To reduce the risk of a fall or tip over while changing clothes or diapers:
• Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible.
• Engage the wheel locks
• Ensure that anti-tip tubes are in the down position.
D. OBsTACLes
Obstacles and road hazards (such as potholes and broken pavement) can damage your mobility device
and may cause a fall, tip over or loss of control. To avoid these risks:
• Scan the area well ahead for danger as you push the mobility device.
• Make sure the floor areas ahead are level and free of obstacles.
• Install a ramp at entry or exit doors. Make sure there is not a drop off at the bottom of the ramp.
e. ReAChING OR LeANING
If your child reaches or leans it will affect the center of balance of your mobility device. This may cause
a fall or tip over.
• NEVER allow your child to reach or lean if they must shift their weight sideways, forward, or
backward and rise up off the seat.
• If your child must reach, move the mobility device as close as you can to the object they wish to
reach and rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible.
Note: To do this: Move your mobility device past the object you want to reach, then back up
alongside it.