Using Ramps; Using Stairs; Coping With Obstacles - Vermeiren Inovys II Manual Del Usuario

1. Secure yourself in the wheelchair with a safety belt.
2. Ask an attendant or a bystander to help you.
3. Drive slowly and in a straight line. Lean slightly forward (A/B) when
going up the slope. Lean backwards, against the backrest, when going
down the slope.
4. Never reverse on a slope.

3.5.4 Using ramps

CAUTION
• Only use ramps approved by Vermeiren and do not exceed their maximum load.
• Make sure that the wheelchair does not touch the ground or ramp due to the inclination of the
wheelchair.
• Only negotiate ramps with the help of one or two attendants.
1. Adjust the position of backrest, seat and footrest to decrease the volume taken by the
wheelchair and to increase the stability during inclination.
2. Remove the footrests, see §2.4.5.
3. Follow the instructions in §3.5.3.

3.5.5 Using stairs

CAUTION
• Stairs should always be negotiated with the help of two attendants.
• Never try to use stairs that are not appropriate for wheelchairs.
To use the stairs while sitting in your wheelchair, the following instructions should be followed:
1. Remove the footrests, see §2.4.5.
2. One attendant tips the wheelchair slightly backwards by the handles.
3. The second attendant grabs the wheelchair at the front of the frame, on
both sides of the wheelchair.
4. Stay calm, avoid sudden movements and keep your arms inside the
wheelchair.
5. Both attendants lift and pull the wheelchair from step to step while the
rear wheels roll over the steps.
6. After using the stairs, mount the footrests back in place, see §2.4.4.

3.5.6 Coping with obstacles

CAUTION
• Always ask assistance of one or two attendant (s).
• Make sure that the footplates won't touch ground while taking an obstacle. If necessary,
remove the footrests.
• Do not use your wheelchair on an escalator.
• If available, wear your safety belt.
Risk of injuries caused by tipping over
Risk of injuries caused by tipping over
Risk of injuries caused by tipping over
Figure 12
Going up a slope
Figure 13
Using stairs
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