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6.11 Adjusting the back height

(Fig. 32)

The back tube which is integrated into the posterior frame allows for the adjustment of the back

height in increments of 2.5 cm.

INFORMATION!

Remove the screws A and B from the rear wheel adapter.

Set the desired back height.

INFORMATION!

Make sure to firmly retighten all screws and nuts after making adjustments (8 Nm).

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6.12 Seat upholstery

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Should your seat upholstery become stretched out after longer use, contact your dealer to have

it replaced with a new seat upholstery.

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Summary of Contents for Start series

Page 1: ...cessories 42 5 1 Anti tipper 42 5 2 Transport wheels 42 5 3 Crutch holder with hook and loop strap 43 5 4 Side panels flip up and removable 43 5 5 Plug on wheel lock lever extension 43 5 6 Drum brakes 43 5 7 Wheel lock for one handed operation 44 5 8 Tray 44 5 9 Lap belt 44 5 10 Elevating footrest 44 5 11 Push handles height adjustable removable 45 5 12 Wheelbase extension 45 5 13 Back upholstery ...

Page 2: ... of the footplate 51 6 7 Adjusting the height of the footrest 52 6 8 Adjusting the angle of the elevating footrest 52 6 9 Adjusting the height of the armrest for desk side panel 53 6 10 Adjusting the seat depth 53 6 11 Adjusting the back height 54 6 12 Seat upholstery 54 6 13 Adapting the back upholstery 55 6 14 Setting rear wheel tracking M5 56 7 Maintenance Cleaning and Care 57 8 Changing Tires ...

Page 3: ...l changes without notice 1 2 Intended Use The lightweight wheelchairs of the Start series are designed solely for people who are unable to walk or who have a walking impediment The wheelchairs can be moved either by the patients themselves or by another person The Otto Bock warranty applies only when the product is used according to the specified con ditions and for the intended purposes following...

Page 4: ...e guidelines 1 5 Liability The manufacturer s warranty applies only if the product has been used under the conditions and for the purposes described The manufacturer recommends that the product be used and maintained according to the instructions for use The manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by components and spare parts not approved by the manufacturer Repairs must be carried out...

Page 5: ...hair reacts when the center of gravity shifts for examp le on slopes or inclines or when clearing obstacles such as steps and curbs This should be done only with assistance from another person Using the anti tipper is strongly recommended for untrained wheelchair users DANGER The anti tipper is designed to prevent the wheelchair from tipping backwards Under no condition should the anti tipper be u...

Page 6: ...prevent the wheelchair from moving on uneven ground or during transfers e g into a car DANGER Before starting your wheelchair check the tires for proper inflation levels The required air pressure is printed on the side of the tire For rear wheels it should be at least 3 5 bar 350 kPa The wheel locks are only effective with sufficient air pressure and proper adjustment approx 4 mm distance subject ...

Page 7: ... rear wheel must not be removable without the button of the quick release axle being depressed DANGER Slowing down from high speeds or when descending longer slopes tends to heat up the hands and fingers especially if using aluminum push rings DANGER When using your wheelchair outdoors wear leather gloves Gloves provide you with a better grip and protect your fingers from dirt and hot metal DANGER...

Page 8: ...ding or unfolding the wheelchair hold it only at the indicated positions Fig 1 Fig 3 2 While standing next to the wheelchair tip it slightly toward you and press on the edge of the seat upholstery closest to you The wheelchair will unfold up to its entire seat width Fig 1 3 Push the footplates down Fig 2 1 2 The overhang of the back upholstery attaches easily to the seat upholstery with a hook and...

Page 9: ...ectedly Fig 3A For more manageable transportation e g in cars the footrests can be swung inwards or outwards or be entirely removed 3 3A INFORMATION To move or remove the footrest pull the lock release assist Fig 4 to the rear The footrest with footplate can then be swung inwards or outwards or be removed by pulling it upward INFORMATION During reassembly ensure that the footrest locking device ha...

Page 10: ...means that certain accesso ries can be adapted to your wheelchair In the following we will present you a selection of our variants and accessories which improve the use and comfort of your wheelchair 5 1 Anti tipper Fig 6 Prevents the wheelchair from tipping too far backward Strongly recommended for untrained wheelchair users as well as when extreme adjustments have been made to the rear wheel 5 2...

Page 11: ...ed up or removed for getting into or out of the wheelchair To flip up the side panel manipulate the release lever behind the side panel tube 8 9 5 5 Plug on wheel lock lever extension Fig 10 Facilitates use of the wheel lock 5 6 Drum brakes Fig 11 Allow the attendant to comfortably and safely brake the wheelchair The rear wheels remain removable via the quick release axle system 10 11 ...

Page 12: ...s with a pull wire system 5 8 Tray Fig 13 Serves as a supporting surface during meals when working or when playing The clear material allows visibility of the legs and correction of the sitting posture 12 13 5 9 Lap belt Fig 14 Prevents the wheelchair user from falling out of the wheelchair 5 10 Elevating footrest Fig 15 Allows positioning of the leg at different angles Upon manipulation of the re...

Page 13: ...wheelchair particularly stable against tipping increases the turning range INFORMATION For transfemoral amputees the long wheelbase setting is indispensable 16 17 5 13 Back upholstery adaptable Fig 18 5 14 Folding back Fig 19 18 19 5 15 Spoke protectors Protect the fingers from getting caught in the wheel spokes Also improve the appearance of the wheelchair ...

Page 14: ...nfusion stand Fig 21 20 21 5 18 The Back Fig 22 Firm back to support positioning see 647H491 Instructions for Use 5 19 The Seat Fig 23 Seat base with variable setting possibilities to improve positioning see 647H450 Instructions for Use 22 23 ...

Page 15: ...low to adapt the seat height to the user s individual requirements INFORMATION Please note When the rear wheel position is changed the angle of the caster axle in relation to the ground also changes Ensure that this angle is always approx 90 wide see Caster wheels The wheel lock must be re adjusted as well see Wheel lock INFORMATION The Start M1 Intro M2 Effect M3 Hemi and M6 Junior offer the poss...

Page 16: ...eel an anti tipper is strongly recommended DANGER For transfemoral amputees it is essential to shift the rear wheels backwards INFORMATION For Start M1 Intro M2 Effect M3 Hemi and M6 Junior Loosen the screws A of the rear wheel adapter Fig 24 at the frame and mount the rear wheel adapter with sides reversed in the desired position The distance between rear wheel and side panel can be continuously ...

Page 17: ...ted The threaded axle should be as horizontal as possible in relation to the ground to ensure optimal driving behavior of the wheelchair The caster adapter allows for continuous angle adjustment INFORMATION Loosen the two screws A between caster adapter and frame Fig 26 Now you can move the caster adapter along the frame tube The level included in delivery will help you position the threaded axle ...

Page 18: ...eel lock is not activated subject to technical changes Fig 27 Check the tire air pressure and the effectiveness of the locking devices regularly The proper air pressure is indicated on the side wall of the tire It should be at least 3 5 bar 350 kPa To ensure sufficient braking effect use only original rear wheels with an approved radial excursion of maximally 1 mm INFORMATION Make sure to firmly r...

Page 19: ...onal noise disappears The wheel should run freely After finishing the adjustment fasten the adjustment screw by tightening the counter nut INFORMATION Ensure that the brake force of both rear wheels is adjusted equally Also make sure that the drum brake engages with sufficient force only when the manual brake lever is set to the second ratchet position 6 6 Adjusting the angle of the footplate Fig ...

Page 20: ...d into the swivel segment at least 40 mm A marking on the footrest bar indicates how far the bar should be slid in INFORMATION After having made adjustments retighten the set screw to a torque of 6 Nm 29 6 8 Adjusting the angle of the elevating footrest Fig 30 Turn the release lever until it hits the stop While propping up the footrest bar set the desired angle Then carefully let the release lever...

Page 21: ... Make sure to firmly retighten all screws and nuts after making adjustments 6 10 Adjusting the seat depth Fig 31 Undo the hook and loop attachment between back padding and seat upholstery Loosen the screw connections A that connect the rear wheel adapter to the open frame tube Remove the screws The rear wheel adapter can then be shifted along the frame tube Three different seat depth adjustments i...

Page 22: ...f 2 5 cm INFORMATION Remove the screws A and B from the rear wheel adapter Set the desired back height INFORMATION Make sure to firmly retighten all screws and nuts after making adjustments 8 Nm 32 6 12 Seat upholstery no figure Should your seat upholstery become stretched out after longer use contact your dealer to have it replaced with a new seat upholstery ...

Page 23: ...ever and whenever possible users of a wheelchair mobility base with seating shell or buggy transfer to the seats installed in the motor vehicle for the disabled and use the corresponding vehicle restraint systems as this is the only way to ensure optimal protection of the passengers in case of an accident Your Otto Bock product M1 M2 M3 M5 and M6 is permissible for transporting passengers in motor...

Page 24: ...r washers To correct wheel tracking put the level on the straight edge of the correction plate and turn the plate until the camber washers are level Next fix the plate with the 6 mm oval head screw Finally retighten the M18x1 nuts INFORMATION Make sure to firmly retighten all screws and nuts after making adjustments Observe the values indicated in section 6 1 34 35 ...

Page 25: ...k upholstery X Setting of the caster journal bearing X Sight check of wearing parts e g tires bearings X Dirt on bearings X Push rings for damages X Air pressure see indication on tire X Folding mechanism for wear and tear X Spoke tension of the rear wheels X Screw connections X To ensure smooth operation at all times some parts of the wheelchair can be maintained by users with minimal technical s...

Page 26: ...s frame parts and the chassis and wheels can be cleaned with a mild cleaner and a damp cloth Dry thoroughly afterwards 8 Changing Tires Changing flat tires requires only the necessary tools and minimal technical skills Users may change tires themselves if they wish We recommend carrying an emergency repair set and an air pump at all times if using pneumatic tires Alternatively users can keep a spr...

Page 27: ...ire can then be mounted by starting with the section of tire opposite the valve gently pressing the tire toward the valve 36 37 Inflating Check around the tire on both sides to ensure that the tube is not clamped between the edge of the tire and the rim Push the valve back slightly and then pull it out again such that the tire is well seated in the valve area Inflate the tire until it can still be...

Page 28: ... 100 5 90 104 94 M4 100 5 87 5 104 91 M5 97 5 81 5 101 85 M6 89 5 79 92 81 5 95 5 85 Overall width in cm 1 Seat width Standard rear wheel max Rear wheel with drum brake max 28 47 49 5 30 5 49 5 52 33 52 54 5 35 5 54 5 57 38 57 59 5 40 5 59 5 62 43 62 64 5 45 5 64 5 67 48 67 69 5 50 5 69 5 72 53 72 74 5 55 5 74 5 77 58 77 79 5 1 Applicable to push ring attachment narrow for push ring attachment wid...

Page 29: ...diameter 5 36 41 5 5 39 42 6 39 42 7 42 44 8 44 45 Caster fork long Position Setting range Caster diameter 5 40 44 5 5 41 45 6 42 46 7 43 47 8 44 48 Indications without seat cushion and with a seat inclination of 0 With the option without wider foot space the anterior seat height values of the M5 apply Anterior seat height posterior seat height 3 5 cm Casters in dependency of the anterior seat hei...

Page 30: ...62 Rear wheel adapter M1 M2 M3 M6 M4 M5 ...

Page 31: ...ns are observed Periods during which the wheelchair is stored at the dealer or with the third party payer are not included in this period It should be clearly pointed out however that Start Series lightweight wheelchair is a reliable product far beyond this defined period of time provided that it is cared for and main tained appropriately In cases of re use the corresponding product must first be ...

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Page 34: ...9 5527 848 1676 e mail reha ottobock de Internet http www ottobock com Versandanschrift für Rücksendungen Address for Returns Otto Bock HealthCare GmbH Lindenstraße 13 07426 Königsee Germany Otto Bock HealthCare GmbH has been certified by the German Society for the Certification of Quality Assurance Systems DQS in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9001 standard reg no 779 management system Ihr Fachhändle...

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