Riding The Wheelchair - Vermeiren Bobby Manuel D'utilisation

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Riding the wheelchair

CAUTION
 Before every usage, make sure that:
o parking brakes are working properly.
o tires are in good condition, see §5.
 Prevent your fingers from being caught by the wheel spokes.
 Do NOT drive on slopes, obstacles, steps or kerbs larger than specified in §6.
 When you stop on a (small) slope, use your brakes.
 Make sure all four wheels touch the ground while riding up or down a slope.
 Take slopes as slow as possible.
 Always stay on the pavement when riding on public roads.
 Pay attention if the road has holes or gaps that may cause entrapment of the wheels.
 Avoid stones and other objects that may block the wheels.
 Make sure that the footplates do not touch ground while taking an obstacle.
 Do not use your wheelchair on an escalator.
 If available, wear your safety belt.
 Always keep the swing range of the footplate in mind to prevent bystanders from being injured
or objects from being damaged.
 Stairs should always be negotiated with the help of two attendants.
 Never try to use stairs that are not appropriate for wheelchairs.
Risk of injuries and damage
8
Bobby
2022-07
Using your wheelchair