Ramps, Slopes And Sidehills; To Reduce The Risk Of A Fall, Tip-Over Or Loss Of Control; Ramps At Home And Work - Quickie SOPUR P-220 Manuel D'utilisation Et Garantie

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S. RAMPS, SLOPES AND SIDEHILLS
The centre of balance of your chair changes when you on a slope.
NOTE– "Slope" includes a ramp or sidehill. Your chair is less stable when it is at an angle. Never use
this chair on a slope unless you are sure it is safe. When in doubt have someone help you.
Beware of:
1. Steep slopes. Do not use this chair on a slope steeper than 10°.
2. Wet or slippery surfaces (such as when ice, snow, water or oil film is present). A loss
of traction may cause a fall or tip-over.
3. A change in grade on a slope (or a lip, bump or depression). These may cause a fall
or tip-over.
4. A drop-off at the bottom of a slope. (A drop-off as small as 3/4" (12 mm) can stop a
front caster and cause the chair to tip forward).
5. If the automatic brakes are released, then the movement of the wheelchair may be
dangerous.
T. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A FALL, TIP-OVER OR LOSS OF CONTROL:
1. Never use your chair on a slope unless you are sure you can do so without losing
traction.
2. Always go as straight up and as straight down as you can.
•Do not "cut the corner" on a slope or ramp
•Do not turn or change direction on a slope.
3. Always stay in the centre of the ramp. Make sure the ramp is wide enough that you
are not at risk that a wheel may roll off the side.
4. Lean or press your body uphill. This will help adjust for a change in the centre of
balance caused by the slope (Fig. 1).
5. Keep your chair moving at a slow, steady speed. Keep control over the chair at all times.
•On a descent, do not let your chair accelerate beyond its normal speed.
•If the chair picks up speed, centre the joystick to slow down or stop.
NOTE– The solid state controller of your chair has a logic system that will help control your speed
when driving on a slope or up hill.
•If you stop, re-start slowly.
6. Never use rear wheel locks to slow or stop your chair. This is likely to cause the chair
to veer out of control.
U. RAMPS AT HOME AND WORK
Make sure ramps meet all Building Codes for your area.
1. For your safety, have a licensed contractor build or remodel ramp to meet all standards.
2. NOTE– The proper design will vary, depending on such things as: the length and
height of the ramp; the need for an intermediate platform; landing size; doors, and
the direction of swing, and whether the ramp includes a turn or angle.
At a minimum:
1. Open sides of ramp must have side rails to prevent your chair from going over the edge.
2. Slope must not be steeper than one inch in height for every one foot of slope length
(approximately 5º).
3. Ramp surface must be even and have a non-skid surface.
4. You may need to add a section at the top or bottom to avoid a lip or drop-off.
5. Ramp must be sturdy. Add bracing if needed, so that the ramp does not "bow" when
you ride on it.
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