Transfer - Breezy Elegance Manual De Instrucciones

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I. TRANSFERS 5 6
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. Work with your Premium Retailer to learn safe methods for transfers.
a. Learn how to position your body and how to support yourself during a transfer.
b. Have someone help you until you learn safe transfer methods.
2. Lock the rear wheels before you transfer.
3. Be aware that the chair can still slide and/or tip. The wheel lock keeps the rear
wheels from rolling while you are performing the transfer.
4. Make sure that the tires are in good shape. damaged tires may allow the rear wheel
locks to slip. (see table in Section G "Pneumatic Tires"
Transferring:
1. Move your chair as close as you can to the seat you are transferring to.
If possible, use a transfer board.
2. Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible.
3. Set the wheel lock and/or Drum Brake.
4. If you can, remove the footrests, and/or swing them out of the way.
a. Make sure your feet do not catch in the space between the footrests.
b. Avoid putting weight on the footrests as this may cause the chair to tip.
5. Make sure armrests are removed, or out of the way and do not interfere with the

transfer.

6. Transfer as far back onto the seat surface as you can. This will reduce the risk that the
chair will tip or move away from you.
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GET READY
WARNING
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TRANSFER
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VI. SAFETY WARNINGS: FALLS AND TIP-OVERS
Optimum Transfer position
Before transferring:
1. Remove the armrests.
2. Remove or move the footrests.
3. Make sure the wheel lock is set.
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ADJUST
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