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Available Sizes

There are four sizes of FlexLoc mounting hardware available: 

Part Number  Size   Fits Wheelchair Widths
FL-MS 

  Small 

 

10" - 14"

FL-MM 

  Medium 

 

15" - 18"

FL-ML 

  Large 

 

19" - 21"

FL-MX 

  Extra Large  

22" - 24"

FlexLoc Installation Instructions

For more complete instruction, refer to web-based instructions at  

www.ridedesigns.com.
WARNING: Improper attachment of the Ride Custom Back to your wheelchair 

may result in serious injury. Your Ride Custom Back must be attached with Ride 

Designs approved interface hardware and mounts. 

I. Tools and Hardware

The following tools are included to install and adjust the FlexLoc hardware.

  •  4mm allen wrench 

 • 2.5mm allen wrench

  • 10mm open end wrench 

 • 2 clamp screws for ¾" back canes

  • 5/8" open end wrench 

 

II. Installation

At right is a Ride Custom Back properly

installed on wheelchair back canes 

with FlexLoc hardware.
NOTE: This picture depicts a typical 

installation of the standard fixed mount 

(non-removable) FlexLoc onto a 

wheelchair with conventional back 

canes. A quick release option as 

shown below is available for an 

upcharge through Ride Designs.
A variety of alternatives to this 

configuration are possible. Contact 

Ride Designs toll free at 866.781.1633 

to explore solutions to your unique 

interface challenge.

NOTE: If Quick Release pin comes out of alignment, pin engagement can 

be adjusted.

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Summary of Contents for FlexLoc FL-MS

Page 1: ...suse operation beyond capacity parts damaged by improper installation substitution of parts not approved by Ride Designs not following these care and maintenance instructions or any alteration or repair by others that in Ride Designs judgment materially or adversely affects your FlexLoc hardware Claims and repairs should be processed through your nearest authorized Ride Designs rehab technology su...

Page 2: ...on available at the time of publication We reserve the right to make changes as they become necessary Any changes to our products may cause slight variations between the illustrations and explanations in this manual and the product you have purchased The FlexLoc Mounting Hardware Intended for mounting of the Ride Custom Back onto wheelchair back canes the FlexLoc hardware is adjustable through six...

Page 3: ...e included to install and adjust the FlexLoc hardware 4mm allen wrench 2 5mm allen wrench 10mm open end wrench 2 clamp screws for back canes 5 8 open end wrench II Installation At right is a Ride Custom Back properly installed on wheelchair back canes with FlexLoc hardware NOTE This picture depicts a typical installation of the standard fixed mount non removable FlexLoc onto a wheelchair with conv...

Page 4: ... are disengaged If either pivot screw is backed off to much it will damage the retainer clip 2 Swing clamp hinge C around back cane 3 Swing clamping screw D into clamp hinge and tighten with 4mm allen wrench NOTE FlexLoc comes preassembled with the correct clamping screw for 7 8 and 1 diameter tubing If clamping to tubing replace screws with shorter screws included with the hardware 4 Repeat steps...

Page 5: ...ners a Clamp screws 2 b Pivot screws 2 c Back angle screws 4 d Back height set screws 3 e Back rotation bolts 10mm 4 f Width adjustment set screws 2 You are now ready to adjust the hardware for back fitting 4 Wedge Block Figure 4 Flange a b c d e f ...

Page 6: ...len wrench to loosen back height set screws and slide back up down on track 2 Adjust back angle a Use the 4mm allen wrench to loosen back angle screws 4 and adjust back angle to desired orientation b Loosening of these screws also provides for lateral movement of center clamp along connecting tube for lateral adjustment of back support 5 Lateral Position Back Angle b a ...

Page 7: ...w movement CAUTION Only loosen pivot screws until teeth are disengaged If either pivot screw is backed off too much it will damage the retainer clip 4 Adjust back rotation a Use the 10mm open end wrench to loosen four 4 back rotation bolts and rotate back to desired orientation Once adjustments are completed ensure all fasteners are securely tightened Visit www ridedesigns com for additional instr...

Page 8: ...th mild to moderate risk for skin breakdown For people at higher risk for skin breakdown and or more challenging postural control needs the Ride Custom Cushion 2 is the ultimate in postural support and skin care It is specifically contoured to support a person s unique size shape posture and functional requirements Cut away view of spacer mesh integrated cushion cover The Ride Forward Cushion The ...

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