Invacare FDX User Manual

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2   SAFETY
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Transferring To and From Other Seats
1.
Position the wheelchair to minimize the gap distance between the 
wheelchair seat and the seat to which you are transferring.
2.
Ensure the casters are aligned parallel with the object.
3.
4.
Shift body weight into seat with transfer. 
FIGURE 4     Transferring To and From Other Seats
WARNING:
ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power OFF and engage the motor locks/clutches to prevent the wheels from moving before 
attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair. Also make sure every precaution is taken to reduce the gap distance. 
Align both casters parallel with the object you are transferring onto.
For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.
Adequate mobility and upper body strength is 
required to perform this activity independently.
During independent transfer, little or no seat 
platform will be beneath you. Use a transfer board 
if at all possible.
Minimize Gap 
Distance
Front View
Seat
Wheelchair 
Seat
Minimize Gap Distance
Top View
Seat
Wheelchair 
Seat