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Power Seat Tilt
Your wheelchair will more than likely have a 50 degree power seat tilt which is a
common recommendation by Health Professionals today.
Whether you tilt your seat to the full extent is entirely your choice but you should
be trained in its use and learn to feel safe with this features. The wheelchair will not
drive once it has passed 22 degrees and will have to be returned back to a safe level
before being able to drive gain. The wheelchair must always be on a level surface
when tilting passed the 22 degree mark.
Power reclining Backrest
Your Health professional may have prescribed a power reclining backrest with this
wheelchair. The user should be trained for the use of this feature and should feel
comfortable with its operation.
Other Options
Your wheelchair may also have other powered operated options fitted to your
wheelchair. You must be trained by you Health Care Professional or Selling Agent
Representative before using any of these options.
These could included:
Power Elevating Legrests
Vertical Lift Raise Seat. (Refer Section 12)
Power Swing away Chin Control Unit
⚠ Warning
Before using any power operated option, ensure everyone is clear of wheelchair as
pinch points may inflict serious injuries.
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