how to use from a wheelchair? I have a Freshette but I find that sitting down causes funnel not to empty properly. If you have used both or use this product sitting flat in a wheelchair then I would very much appreciate your help. Thanks.
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never got it to work from w/c as u had to perch yourself way out on front edge & keep the funnel level. always thought i'd fall with my hips so extended out. only use it in bed & it works very well there
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Get the correct size. It makes a difference. Placing a board or something under the ramp means you will have a lip of 1 inch at the end making it harder to use.These ramps are great when placed correctly. It has saved my back from lifting a wheelchair with mom, now she just rolls up and down.
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I bought this wheelchair for my daughter when we traveled to Europe last summer. She is 5'1" tall and weighs 90 lbs. After sitting for long periods as we toured around, she was definitely uncomfortable. The chair is wonderfully compact and lightweight but her legs were bent at an angle that really bothered her knees and whenever we stopped she would immediately stretch her legs forward and put them on the ground to straighten them. We even made a 4" pillow for her to sit on but it didn't solve the problem - if the bottom bar had been extended it would have been perfect - but then it wouldn't fold up as well etc. Good luck! I bought this wheelchair for my daughter when we traveled to Europe last summer. She is 5'1" tall and weighs 90 lbs. After sitting for long periods as we toured around, she was definitely uncomfortable. The chair is wonderfully compact and lightweight but her legs were bent at an angle that really bothered her knees and whenever we stopped she would immediately stretch her legs forward and put them on the ground to straighten them. We even made a 4" pillow for her to sit on but it didn't solve the problem - if the bottom bar had been extended it would have been perfect - but then... » Read More I bought this wheelchair for my daughter when we traveled to Europe last summer. She is 5'1" tall and weighs 90 lbs. After sitting for long periods as we toured around, she was definitely uncomfortable. The chair is wonderfully compact and lightweight but her legs were bent at an angle that really bothered her knees and whenever we stopped she would immediately stretch her legs forward and put them on the ground to straighten them. We even made a 4" pillow for her to sit on but it didn't solve the problem - if the bottom bar had been extended it would have been perfect - but then it wouldn't fold up as well etc. Good luck! « Show Less
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I think you can contact Ball about doing other items because I haven't tried that. The machine is great but what it does is do the stirring that you usually have to stand and do yourself (the part that kills your back)!
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The backpack hangs maybe an inch below the top of the back of the wheelchair, so as long as you have the flexibility to twist around sufficiently and reach your arm down about 6 inches, you could retrieve these things from the backpack. You can test this in your wheelchair before you buy...I hope it works out for you.
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FINALLY found what I needed to help get me OUT of the wheelchair and house more often! THIS one is so lightweight can lift it with two fingers! Just collapse it and literally toss into car! AMAZING! Spent over TWO YEARS trying to get going out for simple errands, but it was so discouraging to have to depend on others because could not lift the lightest 15lb walker with seat that was available on market! THIS IS THE ONE! NOPE! It does NOT have a seat, but then could never lift it if it did ... soo compromise gets me out of the house - prison finally! YAY! BTW MINE is a STANDER, NOT an ABLE! But they look identical so no idea WHAT THAT is all about??? FINALLY found what I needed to help get me OUT of the wheelchair and house more often! THIS one is so lightweight can lift it with two fingers! Just collapse it and literally toss into car! AMAZING! Spent over TWO YEARS trying to get going out for simple errands, but it was so discouraging to have to depend on others because could not lift the lightest 15lb walker with seat that was available on market! THIS IS THE ONE! NOPE! It does NOT have a seat, but then could never lift it if it did ... soo compromise gets me out of the house - prison finally! YAY! BTW MINE is a STANDER, NOT an ABLE!... » Read More FINALLY found what I needed to help get me OUT of the wheelchair and house more often! THIS one is so lightweight can lift it with two fingers! Just collapse it and literally toss into car! AMAZING! Spent over TWO YEARS trying to get going out for simple errands, but it was so discouraging to have to depend on others because could not lift the lightest 15lb walker with seat that was available on market! THIS IS THE ONE! NOPE! It does NOT have a seat, but then could never lift it if it did ... soo compromise gets me out of the house - prison finally! YAY! BTW MINE is a STANDER, NOT an ABLE! But they look identical so no idea WHAT THAT is all about??? « Show Less
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HI Kelly.Contact the seller. Let them know you did not receive the pump with your chair. It could be hard on you to try to fill it correctly with out the pump. You paid for the chair pump and all. They are a great crew and l know theywill respond quickly. I know it is frustrating for you not to be able to use the chair but this is one company that will do right by you. So don't wait. Merry Christmas!
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I used this product with my walker; doubt that you could use this with a wheelchair. Might be possible with some creative adjustments to product?
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hello. not a problem at all the ramp works great my mother in law loves her scooter holder. and has no problem using it, she's short and uses this product on a big winebego and has no problem loading and unloading by herself. Very easy product to use and assemble's in mins.
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You can use sand or water. Water is much easier to put in and I definitely wouldn't invest in sand and a funnel since this won't last for more than a week or so.
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I just looked at the wheelchair online. That cup holder might work. From the looks of the chair, it would fit around the bar below the padded armrest. The cup holder is very well designed and it also fits a cane as well as a walker. It comes with special cane attachments. They might work on your wheelchair. A friend of mine who uses a cane and a wheelchair, bought the same cup holder at my suggestion. I've asked her how it works. I'll post again when she answers back. Why not just go ahead, try it and see. I'm sure you can return the cup holder if it doesn't work. It's easy to install and has two side vents for mug handles. Good luck! I just looked at the wheelchair online. That cup holder might work. From the looks of the chair, it would fit around the bar below the padded armrest. The cup holder is very well designed and it also fits a cane as well as a walker. It comes with special cane attachments. They might work on your wheelchair. A friend of mine who uses a cane and a wheelchair, bought the same cup holder at my suggestion. I've asked her how it works. I'll post again when she answers back. Why not just go ahead, try it and see. I'm sure you can return the cup holder if it doesn't work. It's easy to install and... » Read More I just looked at the wheelchair online. That cup holder might work. From the looks of the chair, it would fit around the bar below the padded armrest. The cup holder is very well designed and it also fits a cane as well as a walker. It comes with special cane attachments. They might work on your wheelchair. A friend of mine who uses a cane and a wheelchair, bought the same cup holder at my suggestion. I've asked her how it works. I'll post again when she answers back. Why not just go ahead, try it and see. I'm sure you can return the cup holder if it doesn't work. It's easy to install and has two side vents for mug handles. Good luck! « Show Less
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slimslim: the armrests are priced individually so i bought two. they have made a large difference in feel and control of my medline wheelchair, one suggestion for your install. make sure you check head size of phillips screw your armrests are probably mounted with. my armrests came with new screws but i used the existing ones. somebody used overly large screws so new ones would not tighten up.you will also need long phillips screwdriver. i had one but that is something to check if you plan to go shopping.
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Hello Thomas, Look under wheelchair accessories or parts and look for the foot rests for the Invacare Tracer IV (or for those compatible for the Tracer IV). Hope this helps!
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I have a "hooked" basket from another device which works well and I also use the seat in the down position to hold heavy objects for transporting...I like this "rollator" much better than others I have used. I am a 66 year female with limited upper body strength but can get this in/out of car quite well....hope this helps
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My friend who is 4' 8.5" stopped by this morning and tried my chair. She thought it was great and had no problem - in fact, she is going to put it on her gift list. She said she had no problem with it rolling away from her (although you do need to be careful about this...I think my casters are partially locked). Her legs were not at 90 degrees, they more followed the contours of the ball, but her feet were on the ground, and she was able to move the chair easily with her feet. I don't think her heels were more than just lightly touching the floor though - but she was barefoot. She was able to easily sit on the top center of the ball, and thinks it is very comfortable. She can't lean back against the backrest, but this is okay since you aren't supposed to lean against it anyway. BTW, the instructions for inflating the ball say to blow it up, then check it in a day since there will likely be some leaking, or perhaps it just stretches out, and fill it again. This is exacrtly what happened with mine, and after I filled it the second time, it has been fine. My ball might be a little soft, which might make a difference to her, but since I am big, it might be my weight. I hope this helps, and I would stress that you be careful when first using the chair to have a good understanding of how it moves, particularly when getting on and off.
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Measure from the top of the stair at an angle that would be an acceptable incline for a wheelchair to be pushed. You want to allow for a steady incline -if it is too sharp if an incline you will never be able to push or pull an occupied wheelchair up the ramp
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I agree it's a little tricky. Try pulling up from the lowest part of the seat...just a little bit, and then you can push down from the top part of the seat. Another way is to grab the center of the middle bar in the back, (just below the seat) and at the same time pull up from the bottom of the seat.I also bought another one which is much easier to use. Drive Medical Folding Aluminum Cane with Sling Style Seat, Bronze