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12 HULA
Rev.1.0
4.19 Use on a slope
Your wheelchair has been designed and tested to allow its
use on slopes or gradients of up to 6°. However, you have
the option of adjusting your seating position.
Please see warnings below.
WARNING!
In certain circumstances your wheelchair could become
unstable. Before attempting to climb or descend a slope
or a kerb, caution should be taken when using weight shift
options and/or using your body positioning for a counter
balance weight. To improve stability lean forward when
driving uphill, with the seat and back in an upright position.
Alternatively sit in an upright position when travelling in
a forward, downhill direction or tilt and/or recline the seat
backwards.
WARNING!
If you are in any doubt about the capabilities of your
wheelchair on a slope then do not attempt to drive up or
down the slope/kerb; try to find an alternative route.
4.19.1 Gradients: ascents
WARNING!
When going uphill, keep the wheelchair moving. Steer by
moving the joystick gently in the direction you wish to go.
If you have stopped going up hill, you should start slowly.
If necessary lean forward to prevent the tendency for the
front wheels to lift.
Please ensure that the limitations of the Hula
performance are understood before any outdoor
use, by reading this Owners’ Manual carefully.
4.19.2 Gradients: descents
WARNING!
On descents, it is important not to let the wheelchair
accelerate beyond its normal level of ground speed. In
fact, it is safer to proceed slowly down steep descents
(below the speed of 5kph) and stop, if any anxiety arises
regarding directional control. If the wheelchair picks up
speed, centre the control to slow it or to stop all forward
movement, then restart slowly and do not allow the speed
to increase.
NOTE: The solid state controller has the benefit of a logic
system that will help compensate when driving along a
camber or up a hill. This is an added safety feature on
your wheelchair. In addition of course, you may control the
wheelchair speed by using the speed control.
4.20 Using a vehicle mounted passenger lift
Wheelchair lifts are used in vans, buses and buildings to
help you move from one level to another.
DANGER!
Ensure that the user and all carers fully understand •
the lift manufacturers instructions for using the
passenger lift.
Never exceed the lift manufacturers recommended •
safe working load and load distribution guidance.
Always turn off all power when you are on the lift. •
If you fail to do so, you may touch the joystick by
accident and cause your wheelchair to drive off the
platform. Be aware that a rollstop at the end of the
platform may not prevent this.
Always position the user securely in the wheelchair to •
help avoid falls while on the lift.
Always ensure the wheelchair is in drive mode when •
using passenger lift (wheels locked not in freewheel
mode).
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