Invacare 9000 XT - Manual (Page 16)

9000 Series 16 Part No. 1056953
REACHING, LEANING AND BENDING - FORWARD
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.
Position the front casters so that they are
extended as far forward as possible and
engage wheel locks.
REACHING, LEANING - BACKWARDS
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.
Position wheelchair as close as possible to
the desired object. Point front casters
forward to create the longest possible
wheelbase. Reach back only as far as your
arm will extend without changing your
sitting position.
TIPPING
WARNING
DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance.
When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of the wheelchair on a non-
removable (non-detachable) part. Inform the wheelchair occupant before tipping the wheel-
chair and remind him/her to lean back. Be sure the occupant’s feet and hands are clear of all
wheels and/or pinch points.
After mastering the techniques of tipping the wheelchair, use one (1) of the following
methods to tackle curbs, short stairs, etc.
SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES
GENERAL
GUIDELINES