Otto Bock A200 - Inserting Foam Elements; Adjusting the Belt Length

INFORMATION
Ensure that the user's pelvis is positioned as far back in the seat as possible, i.e.between the back support
tubes.
The adjustable back support upholstery can be adjusted in segments to the needs of the user. In order to properly
adjust the upholstery, the user must be sitting in the wheelchair during the adjustment process.
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Adjusting the back support upholstery
1) Pull the fabric of the back support pad off the hook-
and-loop straps of the back support upholstery and
fold it up.
2) Open and loosen the hook-and-loop straps one
after the other (see fig.3).
3) From the bottom to the top, adjust the tension of the
hook-and-loop straps to the weight and anatomical
condition of the user and fasten the straps one after
the other.
INFORMATION: The two ends of the hook-and-
loop strap have to overlap by at least 100mm in
each case.
INFORMATION: Adjust the respective lower
hook-and-loop straps somewhat tighter. Deviat
ing adjustments may be required in specific
cases; this is the responsibility of the attending
therapist.
4) Fold the fabric of the back support pad over the
hook-and-loop straps and press it into place.
6.3.1.2.2 Inserting foam elements
INFORMATION
Please note that the correction pads are not included in the scope of delivery and cannot be ordered from
Ottobock. Please use corresponding foam elements from your inventory.
The sitting position can be fine-tuned by using various correction pads in the backrest.
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Fine-tuning the backrest
1) Open the side of the back pad. In order to do so,
loosen the hook-and-loop closures of the side open
ings.
2) Select the correction pads as required. These can
be positioned by turning/sliding to offer additional
lateral guidance for the user.
3) Insert the correction pads as required.
4) Fasten the hook-and-loop closures on the side
openings again.
6.3.1.3 Adjusting the belt length
CAUTION
Incorrect approach to the adjustment process
Injuries, malpositions, user discomfort due to adjustment errors
► The qualified personnel is responsible for the individual positioning and fitting of the belt system.
► Adjusting the belt system too tightly may lead to unnecessary pain or user discomfort.
► Adjusting the belt system too loosely can cause the user to slide into a dangerous position. In addition, the
fastening snaps could open unintentionally if they slide against hard parts of clothing (e.g.buttons).
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Preparing the product for use
A200