850 REV04 REV DATE: 09/03/2014
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3.0 Before Installation
The Cane Clamps is designed to fit 1” diameter wheelchair back posts.
Santoprene Cane Inserts are provided, which can be placed inside the Cane
Clamps to allow the back to be installed onto 7/8” wheelchair back posts (see
Fig. 3 below).
Fig. 3
4.0 Prism Back Installation Instructions
1.
Determine the appropriate Back mounting Plate set-up/ configuration for
the user (per Section 3.0).
2.
Loosen the Cane Clamp Screws (3 per clamp) in order to open the clamp
enough to fit around the back posts (Install clamps inserts if required).
3.
Starting on one side, position the Cane Clamp at the desire height on the
back post and tighten the clamp screws enough to hold it in place.( Clamps
will be fully secured ones the back is installed and all final adjustments are
made) .
4.
Using a ruler, measure the exact height of the installed cane Clamp from a
fixed point on the wheelchair, and install the second Cane Clamp at
the same height on the opposite back post (see Fig. 4 below). Please
ensure the Cane Clamps are also mounted parallel with each other.
Cane clamp
Cane clamp
Cane insert
