Otto Bock Juvo, Instructions For Use Manual

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6.3 Legrests
INFORMATION
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Please note that Ottobock has delivered this power wheelchair without legrests as per the order.
► Prior to using the legrests from another manufacturer, please read and observe the instructions for use / man­
ufacturer's instructions from the other manufacturer. These are included with the instructions for use.
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In case of questions or problems with these accessories, please contact the qualified personnel who adjusted
this product.
► Ottobock assumes no liability for combinations with accessories from other manufacturers not included in
Ottobock's modular system.
The legrests support the user's feet.
The height of the legrests has been adjusted by qualified personnel to the length of the user's lower leg.
The angle of the footrest has been set by the qualified personnel so that it allows the ankles to rest in a comfortable
position.
6.3.1 Removing/installing the legrests
CAUTION
Incorrect handling when getting in
Crushing, pinching, impacts due to incorrect handling
► Do not reach into the danger area with your fingers when folding the legrest or footplates up or down.
► Never step on the footplates when getting in and out.
► Note projecting edges.
INFORMATION
For detaching/attaching the power legrests: see Page 65.
To make getting in easier or for transportation, the legrests can be removed if needed.
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Removing the legrests
1) Fold up the footplate.
2) Push the legrest locking mechanism back and
down (see fig. 14, item 1).
3) Swing out the legrest (see fig. 14, item 2).
4) Pull the legrest up and remove it (see fig. 14,
item 3).
Installing the legrests
1) Engage the legrest in the holder straight from above
(see fig. 14, item 3).
2) Push the legrest to the inside (see fig. 14, item 2)
until the locking mechanism engages (see fig. 14,
item 1).
3) Fold down the footplate.
6.3.2 Adjusting the legrests
CAUTION
Exposed pinch points
Crushing, pinching due to incorrect handling
► Do not reach into the danger area with your fingers when folding the legrest or footplates up or down.
The legrests can be subsequently adjusted to the user's lower leg length.
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Use
Juvo