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V. SET UP & USE OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR
I. Extension Tubes
1. Adjustment
a. Remove mounting fasteners from each side of the hanger tube.
b. Slide footrest extension tube to the desired height.
c. Line up holes and reassemble fasteners in desired hole through hanger and extension tube.
d. Follow same procedure on opposite side (Fig. 11).
At the lowest point, footrests should be AT LEAST 2 ½ INCHES off the ground. If set too low, they
may "catch" on obstacles you would expect to find in normal use. This may cause the chair to
stop suddenly and tip forward (Fig. 12).
To Avoid a Trip or Fall When You Transfer:
• Make sure your feet do not get caught in the space between the footrests.
• Avoid putting weight on the footrests as the chair may tip forward.
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