Activeforever Invacare Pronto M41 Power Wheelchair with Semi Recline Seat - Manual (Page 22)

SECTION 4—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS
Pronto® M41 with SureStep® 22 Part No. 1143206
Transferring To and From Other Seats
ƽ WARNING
ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power Off and engage the Motor Release Levers to
prevent the wheels from moving before attempting to transfer in or out of the
wheelchair. Also, make sure every precaution is taken to reduce the gap distance by
aligning both the front and rear casters parallel with the object you are transferring
onto.
CAUTION
When transferring, position yourself as far back as possible in the seat. This will pre-
vent broken screws, damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair tip-
ping forward.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.4 on page 22.
NOTE: This activity may be performed
independently provided you have adequate
mobility and upper body strength.
1. Position the wheelchair as close as
possible along side the seat to which
you are transferring, with the rear
casters pointing away from it.
2. After the wheelchair is positioned
properly for transfer, verify that the
motor release levers are engaged. Refer
to Engaging/Disengaging Motor
Release Lever on page 51.
FIGURE 4.4 Transferring To and From
Other Seats
3. Flip back or remove arm on side of wheelchair you are transferring from.
4. 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.
Minimum Gap Distance