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3.3
Adjusting the knee support
Height adjustment:
The knee support is adjusted by loosening the hand screw (1).
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The knee support adjusted up or down. The upper edge of the knee support should
be under the user’s kneecap.
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Tighten the hand screw when settings fit.
Note:
The knee support must never press on the kneecaps.
Angle adjustment:
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The angle of the knee support can be adjusted in 3 positions.
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Pull the click lock (2) out and set the angle to the user when the user stands up.
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Release the click lock and ensure that the mechanism is locked.
Note:
As additional support, the calf belt (3) can be tightened around the knee support.
3.4
Using the slings
Lifting from sitting position:
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First apply the brakes on the wheelchair.
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Place the sling behind the user by pushing
the back support as low down on the users
back as possible.
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Close the safety belt. Lock the buckle on the
belt and pull the straps tight. Straps must be
pulled tight.
Note:
Be aware that the buckle located under
the user’s ribs.
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