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R&E Stricker Reha-Entwicklungen GmbH
Power Assist Devices
Adjusting the traction device to the wheelchair and the driver (Pico frame)
Now carefully align the U-frame so that it is
symmetrical and centred in front of the wheelchair.
Fig. 16:
Correctly adjusted frame
To adjust the distance of the cross tube, you can
move the slide tubes in the clamp. This allows you
to shorten or lengthen the frame by a maximum of
3 cm. To do this, loosen the screws S5L and S5R.
Make sure that the slide tubes are in the same
position on both sides to prevent the cross tube
from slipping. Under no circumstances pull the
slide pipes too far out of the clamp. The end caps
must remain completely in front of the clamp.
NOTE
If you need a greater distance from the traction
device to the wheelchair, frames with longer push
tubes are available.
Fig. 17:
Adjusting the Pico frame
Check the U-frame carefully for an exact,
symmetrical and centred position in front of the
frame of the wheelchair. Then all screws and
levers loosened so far can be tightened securely to
ensure absolute form stability. Tighten all screws
If you have carried out all steps one after the
other according to the instructions, the U-frame
is basically ready for use. If necessary, however,
adjustments of the coupling plate must be carried
out before the traction unit can be coupled. To do
this, please carry out the necessary steps below.
8.2 Adjusting the inclination of
the coupling plate
You can adjust the ground clearance of the
front wheels of the wheelchair by adjusting the
inclination of the coupling plate. Loosen the screws
S1L and S1R. Now you can change the inclination
of the coupling plate by turning the cross tube.
After you have adjusted the inclination according to
your wishes, carefully tighten all screws according
to the torque list: „
Fig. 18:
Coupling plate tilted too much
Fig. 19:
Correctly inclined coupling plate
