Street Use; Motor Vehicle Safety; M.CEnter Of Balance; N.TRansfers - Sunrise Medical QUICKIE Rapsody CB Manual De Instrucciones

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K. STREET USE
In most states, power chairs are not legal for use on
public roads. Be alert to the danger of motor vehicles
on roads or in parking lots.
1. At night, or when it is hard to see, use reflective tape on
your chair and clothing.
2. It may be hard for drivers to see you. Make eye contact with
drivers before you proceed. When in doubt, yield until you
are sure it is safe.
L. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY
To date, the U.S. Department of Transportation has not
approved any tie down system for transporting this
wheelchair in a motor vehicle.
1. Never sit in this chair while in a moving vehicle. In an acci-
dent or sudden stop you may be thrown from the chair.
• Wheelchair belts are designed to position the rider
only and will not protect you in an accident; further
injury may result from the belts.
2. Always move to an approved vehicle seat. You must be
secured with proper motor vehicle restraints.
3. Never transport this chair in the front seat of a vehicle. It
may shift and interfere with the driver.
4. Always secure this chair so that it cannot roll or shift.
M. CENTER OF BALANCE
The point where this chair will tip forward, back or to
the side depends on its center of balance and stability.
The Center Of Balance Is Affected By:
1. The seat height and seat angle.
2. A change in your body position, posture or weight distribution.
3. Using this chair on a ramp or slope.
4. The use of a back pack or other options, and the amount of
added weight.
To Reduce The Risk Of A Fall Or Tip-Over:
1. Consult your supplier for information on modifications
authorized by Sunrise before you modify or adjust this chair.
NOTE– You may need to make additional changes to correct the center of
balance.
2. Use extreme care until you know the balance points of this
chair and how to avoid a fall or tip-over.
N. TRANSFERS
It is dangerous to transfer on your own. It requires
good balance and agility. Be aware that there is a point
during every transfer when the wheelchair seat is not
below you. To avoid a fall:
1. Always turn off power before you transfer to or from your
chair. If you fail to do so you may touch the joystick and
cause your chair to move when you do not expect it.
2. Make sure motor locks are engaged. This keeps the chair
from moving when you transfer.
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3. Work with your health care professional to learn safe methods.
• Learn how to position your body and how to support
yourself during a transfer.
• Have someone help you until you are sure you can do a
safe transfer on your own.
4. Move your chair as close as you can to the seat you are
transferring to. If possible, use a transfer board.
5. Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as
possible.
6. Be careful of the foot platform. If you can, remove or swing
it out of the way.
• Never stand on footrests when you transfer. Doing so
may damage them or cause your chair to tip.
• Make sure your feet do not "hang up" or get caught in
the space between the footrests.
7. Make sure armrests do not interfere.
8. Transfer as far back onto the seat surface as you can. This
will reduce the risk that you will miss the seat or fall.
O. REACHING OR LEANING
Reaching or leaning affects the center of balance of your
chair. If done improperly, a fall or tip-over is likely. When in
doubt, ask for help or use a device to extend your reach.
To Reduce the Risk of injury and/or Damage to the Chair:
1. Never reach or lean if you must shift your weight sideways
or rise up off the seat.
2. Never reach or lean if you must move forward in your seat
to do so. Always keep your buttocks in contact with the
backrest.
3. Never reach with both hands (you may not be able to catch
yourself to prevent a fall if you lose your balance).
4. Never try to pick up an object from the floor by reaching
down between your knees.
5. Never put pressure on the foot platform while reaching. This
may cause the chair to tip if you lean too far.
6. Never reach or lean over the top of the seat back. This may
damage the backrest and cause you to fall.
IF YOU MUST REACH OR LEAN, DO SO AT
YOUR OWN RISK.
Remember to:
1. Move your chair as close as you can to the object you wish
to reach.
2. Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possi-
ble. This makes the chair more stable.
NOTE– To do this: Move your chair past the object you want to reach, then
back up alongside it. Backing up will rotate the casters forward.
3. Turn off all power to your chair. If you fail to do so, you may
touch the joystick and cause your chair to move when you
do not expect it.
4. Firmly grasp an armrest with one hand. This will help to pre-
vent a fall if the chair tips.
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