Stairways - Invacare Action 1 NG Manuel D'utilisation

- Method 2 (figure 12)
In this case, the attendant stays on the pavement and tilts
the wheelchair in a backwards position with the rear wheels
against the kerb. The attendant tilts the wheelchair backwards
until it is balanced and pulls the wheelchair with a steady
movement until the rear wheels climb over the kerb ; then he /
she lowers the castors, while making sure that the chair is far
enough on the pavement so that the castors do not fall into
empty space.
To get off the pavement :
The attendant positions the wheelchair facing forward on
the pavement and tilts it backwards until it is balanced, then
he/she pushes the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels
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touch the road after getting over the obstacle; then, he / she
gradually lowers the castors to the ground.

1.5. Stairways

Because this is a difficult movement, we recommend using
two attendants, one in front of the wheelchair and one behind
the wheelchair.
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Warning :
we recommend that users over 100 kg in weight do not use
this stairway manoeuvre !
To climb stairways (figure 13) :
After tilting the wheelchair to the point of equilibrium, one
assistant (at the back) holds the wheelchair up against the first
step grasping the handles firmly to lift.
The second assistant, lifts the wheelchair above the stairs,
while holding firmly a fixed part of the frame, and holds it
while the first assistant takes a step and repeats the operation.
The wheelchair must not be lowered until the last step has
been passed and the chair is clear of the stairs.
To descend stairways :
Same operation as above, however, reverse steps as above.
Warning :
- Do not attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable parts
(such as armrests, legrests or footrests).
- Avoid using an escalator which may lead to serious injury in
the event of a fall.
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