Karma KM-8022 Manual

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244.18.1 Going Up Kerbs Forwards with an Attendant4.18.1.1 As the footrests nearly touch the kerb tilt the wheelchair. Thewheelchair should be tilted just high enough to allow the frontcasters to roll smoothly onto the pavement.4. 18.1.2 Push the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels are touching thekerb. Then, continuing the movement, lift at the push handles whilemoving the wheelchair forwards.4.18.2 Going Up Kerbs Backwards With an AttendantPlease note: for safety's sake we do not recommend using this method4.19 Going Up or Down Steps/Stairs4.19.1 Please note: avoid flights of steps particularly if no extra help isavailable. Use ramps or lifts wherever possible.4.19.2 Two attendants are necessary, each capable of carrying at least half ofthe combined weight of the person and the wheelchair.4.19.3 Each helper should bend at the knees and grip the main frame: withthe front attendant's hands just under the front of the seat, with theback attendant's hands holding the frame just under the push handles.CAUTION:● Never hold on to movable or detachable parts.● ALL LIFTING SHOULD BE DONE WITH A STRAIGHT BACK.● Straighten legs to lift the wheelchair. Carefully carry it up or down steps;be aware of how you place your feet -- do not cross them and tripyourself up.4.20 General UseIn conditions of normal use in attendant pushing or self propelling, pleasefollow the instructions below.4.20.1 Ensure that the brakes are always locked when the chair is not beingpushed. (See Figure 4.52)4.20.2 Always make sure that both feet are safely on the footplates and thatclothing is safely tucked out of the way and cannot get caught in thewheels. (See Figure 4.53)