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- Footrests (photos 11 & 11A) : the footplate can be lifted
during transfers footrests are height adjustable and can be
equipped with a xed or articulated footplate (optional).
Loosen the screw (A) to adjust to the desired height, rmly
tighten the screw after adjustment.
The footplate can be articulated by indexed plate (optional)
loosen the screw (B), adjust to the desired angle depth and
tighten securely. Straps for standard legrest : to ensure a
good position of the feet, the heelstrap is adjustable by Velcro
fasteners.
Note : the standard footrest supports and legrests are
mounted in pairs on the wheelchair; whenever you remove
them, remember that you have a right side and a left side !
Never lift the wheelchair by the footrest supports or
legrests ! Avoid putting your ngers in the free holes of the
hanger, risk of ngers pinch.
Keep your ngers away from movable parts during folding,
disassembling or adjustment to prevent injuries !
2.1.5 Armrests
- Swing-away (photo 12)
This range of armrests can be swung away to facilitate
transfers.
To swing the armrest away, push down the dog point (A),
reverse the procedure to reinsert making sure that the dog
point (B) is properly engaged in its housing.
Grip rmly the armrest handle, take care of your nails on the
skirt-guard edges.
Push on your arms to easily lift yourself up and the attendant
can help you to nalise the transfer to the place where you
wish to sit.
Refer to paragraph 1.2.2. Front transfer for safety
instructions. Avoid putting your ngers between the tube and
the skirt-guard of the armrest, risk of ngers pinch.
When folding back down, ensure that it locks in place,
otherwise it can act as a long lever and could fatigue.
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