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opERaTINg THE paRKINg BRaKES
5 TO ENGAGE THE PARKING BRAKES
Using a foot, pull back on BOTH brake pedals
ensuring the brake pins are securely located in the
wheel spokes.
T O RELEASE THE PARKING BRAKES
Push forward on BOTH brake pedals. Parking
brakes should not be used to slow down a moving
buggy.
HaRNESS opERaTIoN
TO ATTACH THE HARNESS
6a Insert both fasteners securely into the clasp.
6B A djust strap lengths by sliding the buckles. The belt
and shoulder straps should be snug.
TO RELEASE THE HARNESS
7C Squeeze fastener prongs and pull the belt apart.
It may be necessary to unclip the shoulder straps
from the clasp.
7D " D " rings are included for fitting an additional
harness if desired. The harness may not be
adequate in all cases. Expert medical advice should
be sought.
REmoVINg THE FooTREST
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D epress both white plastic catches located on each
side of the footrest and withdraw the footrest.
gETTINg INTo THE BuggY
Ensure both parking brakes are ON.
To make access easier, the footrest can be removed.
If possible, place the back of the buggy squarely
against a wall or immovable object. Alternatively,
another helper may hold the buggy steady.
If the child is not being lifted into the buggy, align the
front wheels with the back wheels. Place the child's feet
on the ground between the front wheels, one foot just
forward of the other and lower the child gently into
the seat. The child may assist by holding the buggy's
front legs.
Fasten the harness and adjust the strap lengths. Belt
and shoulder harness should be snug. Replace the
footrest at the appropriate height.
T ake note of how the child wishes to move or be
moved. Co-operation between attendant and child will
reduce the risk of injury occurring during lifting and
manoeuvring operations.
gETTINg ouT oF THE BuggY
Ensure both parking brakes are ON and the footrest is
removed.
If possible, place the back of the buggy squarely
against a wall or immovable object. Alternatively,
another helper may hold the buggy steady.
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Align the front swivel wheels with the rear wheels to
allow room for the child's feet.
Unfasten the harness clasp and if necessary unclip the
shoulder straps.
If the child is not being lifted out of the buggy, the
child should grasp each buggy front leg and bending
slightly forward, place both feet firmly on the ground,
one forward of the other. The child should then push
upward to a standing position with assistance if
necessary.
puSHINg TECHNIQuES
Plan a trip to take into account obstacles, terrain and
distances to be covered.
T he attendant should walk at a sensible speed and
warn the child before carrying out manoeuvres.
T he attendant should maintain firm control of the
buggy at all times using both handles.
Avoid uneven or soft ground. If this kind of terrain is
unavoidable then it is sometimes easier to pull the
buggy backwards.
A child may feel safer if pulled backwards when going
down a steep slope.
Negotiate swing doors in reverse, use your back to
open the doors then pull the buggy through.
O perating the buggy should be an enjoyable
experience for both attendant and child provided that
there is mutual confidence and understanding.
NEgoTIaTINg a KERB
9 gETTINg DoWN a KERB oR SINgLE STEp
T ake the front wheels to the edge of the kerb.
Hold the handles firmly and tip the buggy
backwards and balance on the rear wheels.
Take the rear wheels to the edge of the kerb.
Lower the buggy down the kerb on its rear wheels.
Never tip the buggy forward at a kerb.
gETTINg up a KERB oR SINgLE STEp
10 M ETHOD 1
Take the front wheels to the kerb. With a firm grip
on the handles, tip the buggy backwards and place
the front wheels on top of the kerb.
Position the rear wheels at the kerb bottom and lift
to the upper level.
M ETHOD 2
Turn the buggy around and position the back
wheels against the kerb.
M aintaining a firm grip on the handles, tilt the
buggy backward and pull the rear wheels to the
upper level.
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