Otto Bock B400b400, Instructions For Use Manual

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Ottobock | 43 B400
Seat Function Joystick movement
1)
Footrests Forward: Both footrests move up
Back: Both footrests move down
1)
Direction of movement can be modified by the specialist
dealer.
2)
Seat surface and backrest
6.9 Manual seat functions
The power wheelchair can be equipped with a range of
optional manual seat functions.
6.9.1 Safety Instructions
WARNING
Exposed pinch points in the seat adjustment area
Risk of pinching, crushing of limbs
► Note that when manual seat options are used, inherent
pinch and shear points are located between the seat
frame and the power wheelchair frame.
► Ensure that no body parts, such as hands or feet, are
in the danger area while manual seat options are used.
►
Ensure that no interfering objects, such as clothing or
other obstacles, are in the danger area while manual
seat options are used.
6.9.2 Manual seat tilt
WARNING
Unintentional lowering of the seat tilt
Risk of pinching, crushing of limbs
► Note that the seat can drop suddenly if the release
lever is operated while the seat is tilted.
INFORMATION
►
Please also observe the safety instructions in the sec­
tion "Mechanical Seat Functions" > "Safety Instruc­
tions for Use".
The power wheelchair can be equipped with a mechanical
seat tilt function.
The mechanical seat tilt function with a gas compression
spring allows the seat to be tilted, for example to relieve
pressure. The seat can be tilted back continuously up to an
angle of
20° .
Tilting the seat back
1) Activate the release lever on the armrest (see Fig. 22).
2) Move the seat to the desired angle.
3) Let go of the release lever.
→ The seat is tilted back.
The seat is easier to tilt if the backrest is angled back.
Usage