Otto Bock B600 - Page 14

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CAUTION
Uncontrolled movement of components when making
adjustments
Risk of crushing, pinching, blows to limbs
► Ensure that body parts, such as hands or head, are
never in the danger zone.
► Perform the work with the aid of a helper for support.
CAUTION
Unsecured screw connections
Risk of pinching, crushing, tipping over, falling of user
► After all adjusting/readjusting work, retighten the
mounting screws/nuts firmly. Observe any torque set
tings which may be specified.
► Any time you loosen a screw connection with thread
lock, replace it with a new screw connection or secure
the old screw connection with medium strength thread
locker (e.g. Loctite 241
®
).
5.2 Initial operation
The specialist dealer ships the power wheelchair fully
assembled and ready to use.
The following additional tasks may be required:
• Adjusting settings: see Page15 et. seq.
• Installing the side panels: see Page20
• Installing the footrests: see Page21
• Charging the battery: see Page38 et. seq.
5.2.1 Locking the back angle adjustment in place
If the power wheelchair is equipped with mechanical/power
back angle adjustment, proceed as follows if necessary:
1) Fold the backrest up.
2) Place the cross bolt on the end of the gas compression
spring or actuator into the bracket (see Fig.2, item 1).
3) Push the lever down until the lock engages (see Fig.2,
item 2).
4) Check the bolt and lock to ensure that they are securely
engaged.
Preparation for Use