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Footrests
– The footrests can be removed by pushing
the release lever (1) swinging the footrests out to the
side, or into the middle, and lifting straight up.
To replace the footrests, lower the footrest pivot plug
(2) into the commode seat frame holes (3) from the
side on the center of the seat and swing the footrests to the front until
they lock into position.
Headrest –
The headrest can be removed to aid in
transfers by loosening the Headrest clamp on the
commode push bar.
Tilt & Recline
– The tilt/recline feature of the 170 rehab shower commode
can be used to reduce tone and for comfort of those users who have
balance control problems or may move about in the seat too much to be
safe when the seat is level.
To activate the tilt/recline mechanism the caregiver
grasps the commode push bar and squeezes the
release lever (1). When the release lever is
squeezed, two gas struts mounted on the side frames
that hold the seat in position are released and the
seat can be positioned at the angle
wanted. Letting the release lever out will lock
the seat at the angle set.
Important:
When the
release lever is squeezed the seat will move freely.
The caregiver must have the push bar of the commode firmly grasped
when activating the release lever to prevent the seat from pitching
forward possibly injuring the user.
The user should always wear the provided seat belt for safety while sitting
in this commode.