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Issue_H November 2013 11 Dash Life
When weight is on the front wheels, control of
the wheelchair in an outdoor environment
particularly going downhill can become
impossible, and this should always be avoided.
6.13
CASTORS
Fig 16 –
Castor
assembly –
exploded view
There are three height
options on the castor
assembly as well as a
choice of two castor wheel
sizes; 6” and 8”. There are
two weight capacity’s, up to
170kg and up to 190kg. All
options and configurations
are detailed in the technical
data sheets at the end of
this document
6.14 ELEVATING LEGREST
When these are fitted to a wheelchair, they provide
support to the underside of the user’s calf, at a range of
angular positions.
They fit into the top of the front tube; latching into the
cast bracket; also on the front tube of the wheelchair,
and can be released and swung away or removed during
side transfer or other manoeuvres in the same way as
the standard Dash 4 Life type footrest
.
The calf support pad can be swivelled through 90
degrees for sideways folding of the wheelchair. Users or
carers should ensure that the locking latch is fully
engaged the when refitting the Legrest or any similar
adaptation prior to use.
Angular calf support adjustment is by means of a sprung
release trigger, which locks along a fixing bar at any
preferred position within the adjustment range.
Operation of this requires a degree of finger strength,
and it is recommended that this is carried out by a carer
if required. Users are reminded that when the Elevating
Legrest is adjusted to a high position, the swing away
action requires greater space.
Alan Key (4mm) adjustable clinching feature to adjust
footrest height is located at the end of the bracket.
Note that the fitting and position of the Elevating Legrest
can alter the balance of the chair. This is particularly
significant when the Legrest is fully extended, and
supporting a large heavy limb. In this position, weight
distribution may be such that the wheelchair is balanced
towards the front wheels, with the rear wheels taking
only a nominal weight. This affects general chair control
and also effectiveness of brakes.
6.15 STUMP SUPPORT
Originally developed for post operative below knee
amputee care where keeping the stump horizontal
improves the natural healing process. This support
also provides a comfortable long term option for
some amputees who may continue to use a
wheelchair for mobility, in some circumstances.
The R Healthcare Stump Support fits into the front
Frame footrest swivel brackets.
The support pad is on a height adjustable stem.
Adjustment however should only be carried out
by an authorised professional who understands the
clinical requirements.
Users and occupants should note that leg and
stump supports should not be used as seat
extensions, or occupant transfer support.
chair.
6.17 Telescopic Seat Tube Extensions
The above kit can be used to extend the standard
16” deep seat canvas to achieve 18”. Two separate
kits are available; these being 17” deep seat (1”
extension) or an 18” deep seat (2” extension. The
tubes supplied are inserted into the rear of the seat
tube; and then the seat canvas extension fitted
Remploy recommends that trained
personnel configure the chair and
carry out necessary adjustments
following professional assessment.
