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TO REINSTALL THE ARMRESTS IN CLOSED POSITION:
– Rotate the armrests downwards until the front slide plate
enters in the armrest socket.
– Make sure the locking lever is engaged to avoid any movement.
7.4.2 REMOVABLE “T” ARMRESTS
TO REMOVE THE ARMRESTS:
– Activate the locking lever (1) backwards to release the system.
– Pull the armrest upward.
TO REINSTALL THE ARMRESTS:
– Bring the armrest downward until the slide (2) enters in the
armrest socket (3).
– Make sure the locking lever is engaged to avoid any movement.
7.4.3 SWING-AWAY “L” ARMRESTS
TO REMOVE THE ARMRESTS FROM THE WHEELCHAIR:
– Lift them straight up to release it from the armrest socket.
– To reinstall the armrests, rotate it to reach its initial position
while making sure it is properly inserted in the armrest receiver
then back in the armrest socket. (1)
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7.5 POSITIONING BELTS
WARNINGS
Use positioning belts ONLY to help support the user’s pos-
ture. Improper use of these belts may cause severe injuries
to the user.
Make sure the user does not slide down in the wheelchair
seat. The pressure exerted by the belt could cause chest
compression or suffocation to the user.
Never use wheelchair’s belts as a motor vehicle restraint.
– The positioning belt should be used and adjusted in accordance
with instructions for use.
– There should be approximately one hand width of space be-
tween the positioning belt and thigh, not more than that.
– Make sure the positioning belt is properly fastened as to avoid
serious injuries.
– In case of emergency, make sure the positioning belt can be
easily unfastened.
7.5.1
AUTO BUCKLE AND AIRCRAFT BUCKLE POSITION-
ING BELTS
– To fasten, insert the clip into the buckle until it snaps.
– Make sure the positioning belt is securely fastened.
– To unfasten, lift the flap on the aircraft buckle belt or push the
button on the auto buckle belt.
– To adjust your seat belt, pull each strap towards the
opposite side until you get the desired tension and keep the
buckle centered.
7.5.2 VELCRO™ POSITIONING BELT
– To fasten, insert the long side of the belt into the buckle on the
other side.
– Place the other strap of the belt on it and apply pressure on the
belt for a firm grip of the Velcro.
7.6 ANTI-TIPPERS
7.6.1 ANTI-TIPPERS
– Anti-tippers were designed to prevent the wheelchair from
tipping backwards.
– To remove or rotate the anti-tippers up, push the release button
(1) and pull out or rotate the anti-tippers (2).
– To reinstall the anti-tippers, press the release button and insert
them into the frame until they snap into position.
– Curb Clearance: 1½ in. to 2 in., depending on the configuration.
WARNING
Anti-tippers should not be used as a tipping-aid.
Always install and use both anti-tippers.
7.6.2 TIPPING-AID LEVER
WARNING
The tipping lever should not be used with anti-tippers.
– To install or remove the tipping lever, press the release button
(1) and push or pull the tipping lever (2).
– When installing the tipping lever, the push-button must snap in
position into the frame.
– The tipping lever must be removed when installing anti-tippers.
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