Invacare XLT Gold Manual Do Utilizador
SECTION 2—SAFETY AND HANDLING
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Percentage of Weight Distribution
Transferring in and out of the handcycle will cause a change to the normal balance, the
center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the handcycle. To determine and establish
your particular safety limits, practice transferring activities in several combinations in the
presence of a qualified health care professional before attempting a transfer alone.
center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the handcycle. To determine and establish
your particular safety limits, practice transferring activities in several combinations in the
presence of a qualified health care professional before attempting a transfer alone.
Proper positioning is essential for your safety.
Transferring Into/Out of the Handcycle
WARNING
Before attempting to transfer in or out of the handcycle, every precaution should be
taken to reduce the gap distance. Position the XLT on level ground and as close as
possible to the object you are transferring into or out of.
The object you are transferring into or out of MUST also be secured before
The object you are transferring into or out of MUST also be secured before
attempting any transfer.
TOP END XLT, XLT JR. AND XLT GOLD MODELS ONLY - The parking brake of
TOP END XLT, XLT JR. AND XLT GOLD MODELS ONLY - The parking brake of
the handcycle MUST be engaged before attempting any transfer.
TOP END XLT PRO MODEL ONLY - This model may be ordered with or without a
TOP END XLT PRO MODEL ONLY - This model may be ordered with or without a
parking brake. If ordered without a parking brake, the handcycle MUST be
positioned securely against a stable object before any transfer is attempted. If
ordered with the optional parking brake, the parking brake MUST be engaged
before attempting any transfer.
CAUTION
When transferring, position yourself as far back as possible in the seat. This will pre-
vent damage to the upholstery.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.1 on page 17.
NOTE: This activity may be performed independently provided you have adequate mobility and
upper body strength.
upper body strength.
1. Position the handcycle on level ground and as close as possible along side the object
to/from which you are transferring.
2. If possible, position the handcycle at a 45° angle to the object to/from which you are
transferring.
3. If installed, apply the parking brake on the handcycle.
4. Position the handcycle handles as far forward as possible. This will create more room
to transfer.
NOTE: If necessary, lift the front wheel off the ground and rotate the front tire.
5. Secure object that you are transferring into or out of. Apply wheel locks (if installed)
if the object is a handcycle.