Freedom Designs Freedom NXT - Manual (Page 7)

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Assistance For the Rider:
Everyone who helps you needs to read and follow all warnings and instructions
that apply.
For Attendants
Work with the rider’s doctor, nurse or therapist to learn safe methods best suited
to your abilities and those of the rider.
Tell the rider what you plan to do and explain what you expect the rider to do.
This will put the rider at ease and reduce the risk of an accident
Make sure the chair has push handles. They provide secure points for you to
hold the rear of the chair to prevent a fall or tip-over. Check to make sure push
handle grips will not rotate or slip off.
To prevent injury to your back, use good posture and proper body mechanics.
When you lift or support the rider, bend your knees slightly and keep your back
as straight as you can.
Remind the rider to lean back when you tilt the chair backward.
When you descend a curb or single step, slowly lower the chair in one easy
movement. Do not let the chair drop the last few inches to the ground. This may
damage the chair or injure the rider.
WARNING: FALLS & TIP-OVERS
Center of Balance
The point where this chair will tip forward, back, or to the side depends on its
center of balance and stability. How your chair is setup, the options you select,
and the changes you make affect the risk of fall or tip-over.
1. The most important adjustments are:
a. The position of the rear wheels. The more you move the rear wheels
forward, the more likely your chair will tip over backward.
2. The center of balance is also affected by:
a. A change in setup of your chair, including:
1. The distance between the rear wheels.
2. The seat height, seat angle and position on frame.
3. The backrest angle.
b. A change in your body position, posture or weight distribution.
c. The use of a back pack or other options, and the amount of added
weight.
3. To reduce the risk of an accident:
a. Consult your doctor, nurse, or therapist to fi nd out what axle and caster
position is best for you.
b. Consult your authorized Freedom Designs, Inc. provider BEFORE
you modify or adjust this chair. Be aware that you may need to make
other changes to correct the center of balance.
c. Have someone help you until you know the balance points of you chair
and how to avoid a tip-over.
d. Use anti-tip tubes.
Warning:
Falls & Tip Overs
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If you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over, or
loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.