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Owner’s Manual
ENGLISH
Using the one-arm
drive
mechanism
Knowing
how
the
one-
arm
drive
mechanism functions
will
help
you
operate
your wheelchair optimally. It is
important to read the operating
techniques listed below and take
the necessary time to familiarize
yourself with the use of the
inner and outer handrims.
Each handrim controls
one propulsion wheel.
Operating techniques
1. To propel the wheelchair in a straight line, forward or backwards, the occupant
must push or pull both handrims simultaneously.
2. To slow down the wheelchair, the occupant must press simultaneously on both
handrims to create friction.
3. To turn the wheelchair towards the side of the double handrims, the occupant
must exert more force on the small inner handrim or slow down the rotation of
the large outer handrim.
4. To turn the wheelchair towards the opposite side of the double handrims, the
occupant must exert more force on the large outer handrim or slow down the
rotation of the small inner handrim.
WARNING
•
After all adjustments or the reinstallation of the propulsion wheels, it is
essential that the stability of the wheelchair be verified. Adjustments to
the front caster wheels, the wheel locks and the anti-tips may be
necessary. Horizontal repositioning of the propulsion wheels as well as,
repositioning of the seat and backrest may also be required. These
adjustments must be performed by a qualified technician.
•
Make sure the propulsion wheels are securely fastened, that the spring-
loaded shaft is properly installed and that the small inner handrim
transmits motion to the opposite propulsion wheel.
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vision 0
July
202
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