Hero Medical Super Budget WheelchairHero Medical Super Budget Wheelchair
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Introduction
Stability – The Hero Medical Super Budget Wheelchair has been designed with the user’s
comfort and safety in mind. Users must be seated securely in the wheelchair when it is in use.
It is advised to avoid sudden movements which may cause the user to fall forward, e.g. jolting
or pushing the wheelchair suddenly.
Uneven Terrain – Operating the wheelchair on uneven terrain increases the risk of the
wheelchair tipping over. When using the wheelchair on an incline, the user should be leaning
the position of the user’s body weight will ensure the centre of gravity on the wheelchair is
maintained, therefore reducing the risk of tipping.
Weight Capacity – The maximum safety weight limit for the wheelchair is 115kg and must not
be exceeded. If the maximum safety weight limit is exceeded, there is an increased risk of
damage to the wheelchair and/or risk of serious injury to the user and others.
Handle With Care / Pinching Hazards – The wheelchair has areas which may cause pinching
as trapping or pinching hazards are:
a. The footplates, when raising and lowering them.
b. The seat frame when folding and unfolding the wheelchair.
Safe Handling of the WheelchairIn order to avoid trapping or pinching hazards, the
wheelchair has safe grip areas. These are:
a. The two handle grips are located at the back of the wheelchair for safely moving the
wheelchair.
b. Padded armrest and legrest with foot strap is available on each side to ensure user safety
while in use.
Exposure to Weather –
period of time, then the wheelchair may become very hot or very cold which may increase the
risk of burns to the user, as well as damage to the wheelchair itself.
Safety Check Before Use – It is highly recommended for the safety of the user the below
checks are performed before use every time.
a. Check the brakes
b. Check the castors for wear and tear
c. Check whether or not all the removable parts are securely fastened (eg: legrest hanger, foot
plates, castors)
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