Can the brakes be locked on this chair?
1497501
Yes. The brakes are the 2 levers under the handles by which the driver pushes the chair. However, the OCCUPANT of the chair likely cannot reach around behind to lock them.
1497502
NO, I assumed that they could be locked when I bought it online but discovered that they CANNOT be locked.
1497503
Yes. You just push the hand brake down to lock it in place. Very easy to use.
1497504
Yes. Push the brake handles down to lock the wheels. (The assistant pulls them up toward the chair handles for momentary braking.) I did see that in the manual, but was afraid I might break the brake handles ... so I phoned Invacare tech support. The agent assured me they wouldn't break, and in fact worked as designed.
1497505
Yes; absolutely. This chair has been great. Nothing negative to report. Still looks and works as new.
1644314
engage the brakes on the wheelchair; position the leg rest at a right angle to the chair and line up the holes on the leg rest with the pins on the chair. Once they are in proper alignment, swing the leg rest forward using the lever to lock in place. The process takes some practice but rest assured will become easier with practice. GOOD LUCK!
245380
Yes, it does have brakes. When in a standing position you can put on the brakes. This is the second one we've had. The old one still is good, just the plastic on the arms wore off. My husband is going into a care home so I wanted him to have a newer one for there.
2100991
No they do not lock, we have never had a problem with the chair moving around. It would take some effort from a child to do so.
2164238
Yes, the wheels lock great. The hold in the middle is slightly smaller in my opinion but still is very functional. I think it is a great chair.
2226062
If you are able to adjust the brake cable properly the wheels will lock. Simply push all the way down on the brake handle. It is a great rollator. My only problem is that I am six feet four and the handles are not high enough. JMC.
2029592
yes it can. The lever that lowers the chair height up and down, just push it in to lock, pull out to unlock.
1388375
Yes and no. The foot rests can be removed so if the person wanted to, I suppose they could propel themselves with one leg? The problem would be steering and locking the brakes. This is a transport chair and not a standard wheelchair. Notice how much smaller the wheels are in the photo. It would be impossible for the user to lock the brakes themselves. It's a top notch choice as long as you have someone to do the pushing. I hope this helps.
1585041
Yes. To sit, you lock the brakes. turn around. When ready to get up, stand, turn around and release the brake
1030930
Yes. The chair lift/drop lever can be pushed in to lock the tilt mechanism.
1062589
Yes. I often set them myself or release them as needed. I reach behind my back on either side and can manipulate the brakes, which are below the handles. It isn't the easiest thing to do, but I am a senior citizen (76) and find that it is not too difficult to do. It isn't heavy, I can say that.
2024007
Yes, with allen wrench. The brake lock would be on the bottom of handle. Be careful where you are moving on it if only using one hand. Would need to be very smooth surface and MOVE SLOWLY. I loved this device but caution is needed.
2250364
Sorry so late in responding. The hand brakes do not lock, they are like handle bar brakes on a bicycle. However, the wheel brakes can be locked so you can go to the front and assist. I do this all the time with my mother. I absolutely love this wheelchair, we get asked all the time where we got it. Hope this helps.
2231376
No, there is no lock on the brake. Also, if you purchase this model you will need a sheepskin cover because it really starts to hurt your knee. Even that wasn't enough and I added padding under it. I've tried 2 brands and they are all heavy and difficult to get in and out of the car. Look at iWalkFree. Much easier to get around with. Even up and down the stairs and hands free.
414171
No... The legs have a post on them to hold the coasters. Without the wheels, the table would not sit stable on the floor. The wheels do have locks though.
96007
I see others answered the question about the wheel locks. My mother uses the chair in a different state and is not in a position to explain the footrest. I recall from using it with her in November that the silver bars that hold the footrests go up and down into the red bars attached to the chair. I do not recall if there was a button or lever but they could definitely be extended.
1835865
Yes, it locks. That way the person can sit down on it without it rolling away.