R Healthcare
Modular
User Guide
Page
7
August 2013 Revision E
www.rhealthcare.co.uk
1.2
Preparing the Wheelchair for use
OPENING THE WHEELCHAIR
Grip the armrests and push them apart as far as
possible. This may be made easier by tilting the
wheelchair sideways slightly, so that one rear wheel
is clear of the ground.
Put hands on the seat canvas with fingers pointing
into the middle of seat.
Push down and out, with the flat of the hand on the
two sides of the seat, until the chair is completely
open.
Push footrests to swivel out and down to heel out.
All versions of the Fully Modular Wheelchairs have a folding backrest. To
raise the backrest for use, lift both push handles upwards. Make sure that the
backrest plungers then drop into position, as shown above, and are fully
engaged before use.
CLOSING THE WHEELCHAIR
Remove any cushions.
To fold the backrest, slide up the
backrest plunger knob located at
the back of the hinge.
When both plungers have been
released the backrest can be
folded down.
For transit and storage, the
footplates should be swivelled
upright.
The moulded hinge allows this
movement to be easily carried
out by hand, whilst still retaining
the upright position when folded.
Grasp the middle of the seat
canvas at the front and back, and
give a sharp pull upwards. Press
the armrests inwards (together)
until the chair is fully closed.