Transferring to and from other seats, Warning, Caution – Invacare 9000 Topaz User Manual
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Invacare®9000 Topaz™Wheelchair
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Transferring To and From Other Seats
Position the wheelchair as close as possible along side the seat to which
you are transferring, with the front casters pointing parallel to it.
Remove or flip up the armrest. Engage wheel locks. Shift body weight
into seat with transfer.
During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will be beneath
you. Use a transfer board if at all possible.
FIGURE 3 Transferring To and From Other Seats
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WARNING
Before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair, every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance.
Turn both casters parallel to the object you are transferring onto. Also be certain the wheel locks are engaged to help
prevent the wheels from moving.
CAUTION
When transferring, position yourself as far back as possible in the seat. This will help prevent damaged upholstery and the
possibility of the wheelchair tipping forward.
This activity may be performed independently
provided you have adequate mobility and upper body
strength.