Invacare Variance Plus User Manual

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Leaning forwards

Position the swivelling castors as far forward as

possible ( Figure 5 ) and lock the manual brakes.

Do not lean out beyond the armest.

( Figure 6 )

To support yourself and lean over

To reach towards an object, you support

yourself and lean over, it is important to

use the swivelling castors as a tool for

maintaining stability and equilibrium. A

correct alignment is essential for your

safety.

To lean backwards

( Figures 7 and 8 )

Move the wheelchair as close as possible

to object you wish to reach.

Do not lean back for objects that are

beyond arm’s length in a normal sitting position.

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