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3 Using your wheelchair
WARNING
 First read previous chapters and inform yourself about the intended use. Do NOT use your
wheelchair unless you have read and fully understood all instructions.
 In case of doubts or questions, do not hesitate to contact your local specialist dealer, your care
provider or technical adviser to help you with this.
3.1 Operating the brakes
CAUTION
 The brakes are not used to slow down the wheelchair during movements. Use the brake only
to prevent the wheelchair from unintended movements.
 Good operation of the brakes is influenced by wear and contamination of the tires (water, oil,
mud, ...). Check the condition of the tires before each use.
 The brakes are adjustable and can wear. Check the operation of the brakes before each use.
 Make sure the wheelchair is on a flat horizontal surface before releasing the brakes. Never
release both brakes simultaneously.
Push-pull brakes
The push-pull parking brake can be mounted in two ways
(directions), to be decided upon ordering the wheelchair.
Depending on the chosen direction, the brake needs to be
pushed or pulled for operation.
Releasing brakes (A):
1. With one hand, hold one of the hand rims.
2. Push or pull brake lever (10) of the OTHER wheel.
3. Repeat this for the second wheel and parking brake.
Applying brakes (B):
1. With one hand, hold one of the hand rims.
2. Pull or push brake lever (10) of the OTHER wheel until you feel
a distinctive lock.
3. Repeat this for the second wheel and parking brake.
Sport brakes
The sport brakes are located under the seat.
Releasing brakes :
1. With one hand, hold one of the hand rims.
2. Pull the handle of the OTHER wheel BACKWARDS.
3. Repeat this for the second wheel and parking brake.
Applying brakes :
1. With one hand, hold on of the hand rims.
2. Push the brake handle of the OTHER wheel forward until you feel a distinctive lock.
3. Repeat this for the second wheel and parking brake.
Risk of injuries
Risk of injuries
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Sagitta, Sagitta SI
2023-07
Using your wheelchair
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B