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Adjusting the seat angle on the standard seat
1) Loosen both Allen head screws located at the front
below the seat (see fig. 4).
2) Set the desired seat angle by placing the pin in the
corresponding hole.
3) Re-tighten the Allen head screws after making the
adjustment.
4) Check that the retaining clip on the pin is closed
every time after the seat angle is adjusted.
The seat angle can be changed using the seat tilt function if the power wheelchair is equipped with seat tilt (power
seat tilt: see Page 41; mechanical seat tilt: see Page 43).
7.2.2.2 Adjusting the legrests
The legrests can be subsequently adjusted to the requirements of the user.
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Longitudinal adjustment of the footrest receiver
Telescoping the footrest receivers in the longitudinal
direction is possible in pairs:
1) Remove the seat cushion, legrests and side panels.
2) Loosen the Allen head screws on both sides of the
seat frame (see fig. 5).
3) Adjust the depth of the footrest receivers to the
desired position.
4) Firmly re-tighten the Allen head screws on both
sides of the seat frame.
5) Put on the seat cushion, and reinstall the legrests
and the side panels.
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Lateral adjustment of the footrest receivers
Lateral telescoping of the footrest receivers is possible
independently from each other:
1) Remove the seat cushion, legrests and side panels.
2) Loosen the Allen head screws on the seat plate
(see fig. 6).
3) Adjust the width of the footrest receivers to the
desired position.
4) Firmly re-tighten the Allen head screws on the seat
plate.
5) Put on the seat cushion, and reinstall the legrests
and the side panels.
Adjusting the lower leg length
Adjusting the lower leg length is explained in the section "Use" > "Legrests" (see Page 21).
7.2.2.3 Adjusting the Back Upholstery
INFORMATION
A well adjusted backrest provides lasting comfort and reduces the risk of secondary damage and pressure zones.
INFORMATION
Ensure that the user's pelvis is positioned as far back in the seat as possible, i.e. between the backrest tubes.
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