Transfer In And Out The Wheelchair; Correct Position In The Wheelchair - Vermeiren Eclips XXL Mode D'emploi

To open and remove the arm support:
1. Pull lever and pull the front of the arm support
2. Fold the arm support backwards.
3. To remove the arm support, pull the rear of the arm support from tube hood
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2.6

Transfer in and out the wheelchair

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CAUTION:
In case you cannot perform the transfer in a safe manner, ask
someone to assist you.
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CAUTION:
Risk of tipping over of the wheelchair – Do not stand on the footplate.
2.7

Correct position in the wheelchair

Some recommendations for a comfortable use of the wheelchair:
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Position your backside as close as possible to the back rest.
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Make sure your upper legs are horizontal – If needed adjust the length of the
footrests. (see § 3.6.1)
upwards.
1. Position the wheelchair as close as possible to
the chair, couch or bed to/from you wish to
transfer.
2. Check both brakes from the wheelchair are in
the on position.
3. Fold the footplate upwards to prevent
standing on them or remove the footrest on that
side (see § 2.3)
4. If the transfer is on the side of the wheelchair,
fold the arm support on that side upwards.
(see § 2.5)
5. Transfer to/from the wheelchair.
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