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3c. Sliding Footplate
When pushing a client in the chair their feet must be
raised so that they do not drag on the
fl
oor. The sliding
footplate allows the feet to be raised off the
fl
oor for
portering. It can also be used to set seat height from if
the client has a very short lower leg length.
The sliding footplate is
fi
tted between the chair arms. It
can be pulled out for positioning the client’s feet when
the chair is being moved and pushed back under the
chair when the client wants to raise to standing.
The footplate has a padded top to provide a soft warm
surface if the client is not wearing shoes.
Pull the webbing loop on the front edge of the footplate
to bring it out for portering. Push the footplate back
under the chair before transfer.
Sliding Footplate.
SAFETY NOTE:
The footplate should not be stood
on during operation or transfer. Do
not leave a client unsupervised in
the chair with the footplate pulled
out if they are likely to try to stand
as they could slip off the board and
fall.
3b. Back Angle Recline
The HydroCare has an angle adjustable back. When the
back is fully upright, the angle at the client’s hips will be
approximately 100°. However, because of the contoured
pro
fi
le of the back, the client will
fi
nd this a comfortable
position for mealtimes, activities and for preparing to
raise to standing.
The back angle can be reclined to give a 130° angle
at the hips. This is a comfortable position for resting.
However, because of the
fi
xed seat angle the chair still
offers security for clients sitting for a long period of time.
To adjust the back angle recline, squeeze the lever on the
HydroCare push handle. This will unlock the gas action
and allow the back to be tilted to the required angle.
When the client is in a comfortable position, let go of the
lever and the back angle will lock in position.
Always warn the client before
adjusting the back angle recline
to ensure they do not become
distressed or agitated.
Back angle can be adjusted by squeezing the lever
on the push handle.
