RGK TIGA FX, User Manual

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User Manual
Issue No: 14 | 2015
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Procedure 9
This Procedure includes the following:
Adjusting the footrest height / angle, and replacing the footrest.
User Manual | Procedure 9
Adjusting / replacing the footrest
1. Loosen the two allen head screws that secure the
footrest to the chair frame. (Located at the rear of
the frame see Fig 25)
2. Remove footrest – ensuring the footrest is removed
with equal pressure.
3. Remove existing and install NEW footrest.
4. Position the NEW / existing footrest to a determined
height.
5. Tighten the two allen head screws “A”
that secure the footrest to the chair frame. See
Fig 25.
WARNING
The position of the footrest, camber tube and rear
seat height, as well as the tautness of the back
upholstery are directly related to the chairs stability.
Any change to one or any combination of the four
may cause the chair to decrease in stability. Use
EXTREME caution when using a new seating position
for the first time.
Angle adjusting the footrest platform
1. To adjust the angle on your angle adjustable
footrest. Loosen two button head allen screws “A”
(see fig 26) on top of foot platform.
2. Rotate until desired angle is achieved.
3 Securely tighten two button head allen screws.
WARNING
The footrest assembly MUST be at least 40mm above
the ground/floor to avoid hitting protruding objects
when using this wheelchair.
WARNING
Do not stand on the footrest/footplate! Even if the
user is sitting in the chair, there is still a risk of tipping
over and injury.
WARNING
When transferring, do not stand on the footboard,
there is a risk of tipping over and injury.
Fig 26
Fig 25
Angle adjust footrest assembly
Footrest height adjustement
A