Reaching, leaning and, Bending - forward, Reaching and bending - backward – Activeforever Invacare Pronto M41 Power Wheelchair with Semi Recline Seat User Manual
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SECTION 4—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS
Part No. 1143206
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Reaching, Leaning and
Bending - Forward
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.5.
Position the front and rear casters so that they are extended as far forward as possible and
engage motor release levers.
ƽ WARNING
DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick
them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees.
FIGURE 4.5 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward
Reaching and Bending - Backward
ƽ WARNING
DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery. This will change your center of
gravity and may cause you to tip over.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.6.
Position wheelchair as close as possible to
the desired object. Point the front AND
rear casters rearward to create the longest
possible wheelbase. Reach back only as far
as your arm will extend without changing
your sitting position.
FIGURE 4.6 Reaching and Bending -