Is an electric wheelchair safe when going up and down hills?

Electric wheelchairs have won the favor of the elderly and disabled friends due to their flexibility, lightness and easy operation. Electric wheelchairs bring great convenience to the elderly and disabled people. However, driving an electric wheelchair will inevitably encounter uphill and downhill sections, so is the electric wheelchair safe when going up and downhill?

The ability of electric wheelchairs to go uphill or climb is limited. Each car has its own steep slope. In order to prevent the electric wheelchair from turning over backwards on the upper section of the road, most electric wheelchairs are also equipped with two anti-back protection devices. Tilt the wheel when going uphill, which can prevent the wheelchair from turning over backwards, but the premise is that when the anti-reverse wheel is against it, you need to lean your body slightly forward and move the center of gravity of the vehicle slightly forward.

The electric wheelchair going uphill has a lot to do with the power of the motor. When the horse power is insufficient, if the load exceeds the limit or the battery power is insufficient, there will be insufficient power to go uphill. However, in order to prevent the occurrence of slipping, Most electric wheelchairs use electromagnetic smart brakes. When buying an electric wheelchair, you should not just look at the low price, but also consider the safety devices of the electric wheelchair, such as anti-roll wheels, electromagnetic brakes, etc.

In addition, regardless of the braking system, it is a good habit to develop an electric wheelchair when driving, that is, check whether the battery is sufficient and whether the braking system is in good condition before traveling.

When driving an electric wheelchair on a larger slope, try to lean your body forward. On the contrary, try to slow down the speed when going downhill. Fasten your seat belt and lean your body back as much as possible to adjust the center of gravity of the vehicle and prevent the wheelchair from tipping over and causing injury. Of course, the safe way is to ask passers-by for help going up or down the slope when you encounter a slope that you are not sure about, or to take a detour.