Rea® Focus™
3.
Adjust to the desired height by sliding the backrest
C
up or down on the backrest tubes.
•
The reclining backrest without gas spring can be
adjusted in three fixed positions (0, 40 and 80 mm)
•
The reclining backrest with gas spring can be
adjusted in two fixed positions (0 + 40 mm).
B
D
4.
Fit the pins of the upper attachments
B
in the holes
of the backrest tubes
D
.
Safety clamp
A
released
Safety clamp
A
secured
5.
Secure the two safety clamps
A
again.
3.7 Adjusting the Shape — Tension
Adjustable Backrest
The shape of the tension adjustable backrest can be
adjusted with the hook and loop straps. For example
the straps in the lumbar region could be tightened to
provide a good support to the sway-back and enable
a more upright sitting position.
1.
Fold the backrest cover away from the hook and loop
backrest.
A
B
C
2.
Adjust the hook and loop straps
A
to the desired shape.
The user must be seated in the wheelchair in
order to adjust the backrest to satisfy the users
need concerning support and comfort.
3.
Fixate the lowest hook strap in the backrest brackets
C
after adjustment. This fixates the hook and loop
backrest.
4.
Fold back the backrest cover and attach the cover with
the hook strap.
WARNING!
Risk of tipping
If the bands are set very loose, the tipping point
of your wheelchair is changed for the worse.
– Ensure that the bands are set correctly.
IMPORTANT!
– Do not overtighten the bands; this is to ensure
that the geometry of the wheelchair is not
changed.
IMPORTANT!
– Only ever tighten the bands when the
wheelchair is unfolded.
3.8 Adjusting the Backrest Angle
WARNING!
Safety risk
– Always make sure that the backrest is securely
locked in its position.
The backrest angle adjustment must be carried out
by a qualified technician.
WARNING!
Risk of tipping
Do not move the wheelchair when the backrest
is in reclined position.
– Invacare strongly recommend the use of
anti-tippers (available as an option) when the
backrest is in reclined position .
WARNING!
Risk of injury
– Invacare strongly recommends the use
of anti-tippers (available as an option) in
combination with all rear wheel positions when
you use your backrest with an angle of 12° and
more
CAUTION!
Risk of uncomfortable posture
An angle less than 90° between the seat and the
backrest is uncomfortable for certain users.
– This adjustment must be performed by a
qualified technician upon agreement by a
prescribing physician. Please consult with your
provider.
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