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List of Contents
1. Transport Wheelchair
2. Foot rests
3. Manual & Tool Kit
GENERAL USE INSTRUCTIONS
OPENING AND FOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR
IMPORTANT NOTES:
There are potential finger pinch point areas at moving parts and between the seat
frame and the seat cradles on some models. When opening the wheelchair, take
care not to place your hand or fingers between the seat frame and the seat cradles
(if present) or on any other moving parts.
ALWAYS keep hands and fingers away from moving parts. DO NOT sit in the
wheelchair until the seat is completely in the open position. Risk of injury may
occur if care is not taken.
To OPEN the Chair
1. Hold onto one armrest and push the opposite side to open the chair.
2. With your fingers and thumbs pointed towards the inside of the wheelchair, push
downward on the seat to ensure the wheelchair is fully open. Keep hands and fingers
away from any moving parts.
Alternative method to open the chair:
1. Tilt the chair to one side by grasping the hand grip or arm nearest to you.
2. With fingers pointed away from the seat rail, push down on one side of the seat frame
/ rail until the wheelchair is fully open. Keep hands and fingers away from any
moving parts
.
To CLOSE / FOLD the chair
1. Ensure the swing-away legrests are in the forward and locked position.
2. Fold the footplates up to the vertical position.
3. Using both hands, grasp the center of the seat upholstery at the front and back edge
and lift the seat up.