SECTION 8—BACK
Part No.1106645
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Nutron® Series
Using the Fold Down Back Canes (R51, 51LX and
R51LXP Models Only)
WARNING
The back MUST be locked securely in place before using the wheelchair.
NOTE:
For
this
procedure,
refer
to
FIGURE 8.2.
1. Perform
one
(1)
of
the
following:
• Unfold
‐
Push/pull
the
back
toward
rear
of
wheelchair
until
it
locks
in
place.
• Fold
‐
Pull
up
on
the
back
release
latches
and
push
the
back
toward
the
front
of
the
wheelchair.
FIGURE 8.2
Using the Fold Down Back Canes (R51, 51LX and R51LXP Models Only)
Changing the Back Angle
NOTE:
For
this
procedure,
refer
to
FIGURE 8.3.
WARNING
The following procedure must be performed by a qualified technician.
The seat depth and back angle of the wheelchair, as well as the large wheel position
directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change to one (1) or any com-
bination of the three (3) may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability. Use
EXTREME caution when using a new seating position for the first time.
1. Loosen,
but
do
not
remove
the
rear
hex
screw
that
secures
the
back
angle
plate
to
the
wheelchair
frame.
2. Remove
the
front
hex
screw,
washer,
and
locknut
that
secure
the
back
angle
plate
to
the
wheelchair
frame.
Back Cane
Back
Release
Latch
BACK
Back Locked
Securely
Front of
Wheelchair
