An experienced user can negotiate kerbs by himself:
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W A R N I N G : Risk of tipping over – If you haven't enough experience to control the
wheelchair, get help from an attendant.
2.10.3
Taking of stairs
Taking of stairs while you staying in the wheelchair shall be according following rules:
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Risk of tipping over – Taking of stairs shall always with 2 attendants.
WARNING:
1.
Remove the footrests.
2.
One attendant tip the wheelchair slightly backwards.
3.
The second attendant take the front of the frame.
4.
Stay calm, avoid sudden movements and keep your arms inside the wheelchair.
5.
Take the steps on the rear wheels of the wheelchair.
6.
Mounting the footrests back after taking the stair.
1.
Drive until the kerbs.
2.
Ensure that the footrest don't touch the kerbs.
3.
Lean backwards so you are balancing on the rear
wheels.
4.
Role the frontwheels balancing over the kerbs.
5.
Bend forwards for more stability.
6.
Role the rear wheels over the kerbs.
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