IV. WARNINGS
K. Wheelchair Stability
WARNING: Changes to your Center of Gravity during your daily activities may occur many
times a day, changing and affecting the stability of your wheelchair. You should be aware of
these activities and take precautions to minimize the risk of a fall. Failure to comply with
the instruction above could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Dressing in your wheelchair produces movements and momentary positions that
can reduce stability. Ensure that your anti-tips are in place and rotate your casters forward.
Failure to comply with the instruction above could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Be very careful when reaching for objects if this movement requires you to shift
in your seat. This changes your center of gravity. Ensure that your anti-tips are in place.
Failure to comply with the instruction above could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Pushing up an incline shifts your center of gravity rearward and can reduce
stability. Ensure your anti-tips are in place. Failure to comply with the instruction above
could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: If attempting a wheelie to get over a curb or obstacle, ensure your anti-tips are in
place and lean forward. Do not attempt a wheelie unless you have been trained and always
have an attendant behind you to provide assistance if needed. Failure to comply with the
instruction above could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Placing items on the back or front of your wheelchair, such as a backpack or
briefcase, alters the balance and center of gravity of the wheelchair. Since the weight of
these items can vary greatly at each use do not assume you are accustomed to the balance
point. Failure to comply with the instruction above could result in serious injury or death.
BE AWARE THAT CARRYING HEAVY OBJECTS ON YOUR WHEELCHAIR CAN HAVE AN
ADVERSE EFFECT ON THE BALANCE WHICH MAY CAUSE A TIP-OVER WHICH MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE USER.
WARNING: Ensure your anti-tips are in place. You should discuss how you plan to use your
wheelchair or any changes you are planning with your clinician. Failure to comply with this
instruction may create a potential hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
serious injury or death.
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