Modifying Your Wheelchair; Wheelchair Stability - Ki Mobility Ethos Manual De Instrucciones

J. Modifying your Wheelchair
CAUTION: Your wheelchair was engineered and manufactured under strict design controls. An
integral part of this process is ensuring the various components work together correctly; they
have been tested to various standards to ensure quality and are approved to work together.
NO ONE SHOULD MODIFY THIS WHEELCHAIR EXCEPT BY ADJUSTING IT ACCORDING TO
THIS MANUAL OR BY ADDING KI MOBILITY APPROVED OPTIONS. THERE ARE NO
APPROVED OPTIONS THAT INVOLVE DRILLING OR CUTTING THE FRAME BY ANYONE
OTHER THAN A TRAINED KI MOBILITY ASSOCIATE. Contact Ki Mobility or an authorized Ki
Mobility supplier before adding any accessories or components not provided by Ki Mobility.
K. Wheelchair Stability
WARNING: Assure chair is stable throughout the range of tilt angle change before using. This
chair is equipped with a system to vary the tilt angle of the seat frame. Make sure the chair is
stable throughout the range of tilt angle change to avoid instability and a possible tip-over. A tip-
over could result in damage to your chair or in serious injury or death.
NOTE: Wheelchair set up should be done only by a qualified technician.
• During set up, include any accessories you use daily.
• Chair should be readjusted with changes in your weight or how you sit.
• Use anti-tips while you acclimate to changes in your chair set up.
To ensure proper stability of your wheelchair, you must make sure the center of gravity and the
wheelchairs base of support is correct for your balance and abilities. Many factors can affect these
two elements:
• Seat height
• Seat depth
• Back angle
• Seat angle
Generally, the most important factor is the position of the rear wheels for rearward stability. There are
other actions than can have an adverse effect on your stability. You should consult with your
wheelchair provider and clinicians familiar with your needs and capabilities in determining how this
affects your use.
WARNING: Take care when shifting your weight in your chair, adding weight to your chair or
making changes to your chair. Changes to your Center of Gravity could change and affect the
stability of your chair, which could result in a tip-over or a fall. A tip-over or fall could result in
damage to your chair or in serious injury or death to you or to others. Changes to your Center of
Gravity during your daily activities - such as dressing, carrying or reaching for objects, pushing
up an incline - may occur many times a day. You should be aware of these activities and take
precautions to minimize the risk of a fall, such as the use of anti-tips.
IV. WARNINGS
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Size and position of rear wheels
Size and position of front casters
Any seating system components