Invacare Pro Tennis Top End, User Manual

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Wheelchair Operation
5.15 Replacing/Adjusting Tubular Footrest
WARNING!
RISK OF INJURY OR DAMAGE
– After any adjustments, repair or service and before
use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened
securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur.
– ALWAYS perform this procedure in the presence of
an assistant. The position of the footrest, backrest,
back angle, the tautness of the back upholstery as
well as the user's condition are directly related to
the wheelchairs stability. Any change to one or any
combination of the five may cause the wheelchair to
decrease in stability. Use extreme caution when using
a new seating position. The addition of anti-tippers
may be required.
–
Check all allen screws that secure the footrest
system to the wheelchair frame to make sure they
are securely tightened before using the wheelchair.
Especially if engaging in any contact sport.
– The footrest assembly MUST be at least 1-3/4-inches
(4.45 cm) above the ground/floor to avoid hitting
protruding objects when using this wheelchair.
1. Loosen the two allen screws A that secure the footrest C to
the wheelchair frame
D
and remove the existing footrest
C
.
2. Position the new/existing footrest C to the desired height.
3. Tighten the allen screws A that secure the footrest to the
wheelchair frame.
WARNING!
RISK OF INJURY OR DAMAGE
–
The standard footrest has an open hoop. A
footplate cover is recommended for wheelchair
users that have leg spasticity or whose feet have
a possibility of falling through the footrest hoop.
A calf strap is provided with each wheelchair to
prevent the feet from slipping backwards off of
the footrest. Be sure the calf strap is secure when
using the wheelchair.
4. Make sure the clamp
B
is tight.
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