N. FOLDING AND UNFOLDING
WARNING
Possible pinch point! BE CAREFUL.
1. If seat sling is not present during folding or unfolding, use the “Push to lock Tab” to open the chair.
2. Use flat palms to depress the chair if opening.
1. Folding the Wheelchair
a. Remove quick-release wheels (optional).
• Depress quick-release button on the axle.
• Remove wheel by sliding out quick-release axle from axle bracket.
• Repeat with the other wheel.
b. Flip up the footrests to a vertical position before folding the wheelchair.
c. Grasp the seat sling (folding strap (A) and lift up sharply until the wheelchair is folded.
2. Unfolding the Wheelchair
a. Replace quick-release wheel (optional) by depressing the quick-release button on the axle.
b. Slide it into the axle sleeve until it locks.
c. Repeat with other wheel.
d. Tilt the wheelchair toward you far enough to take the weight off the opposite wheel.
e. Push down on the center of the seat sling, Elastic window, and Locking tab (B) until the wheelchair is
completely opened.
NOTE–
Ensure that footrests are Flipped down, and locked prior to use.
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VIII. USE AND MAINTENANCE
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M. UPHOLSTERED BACKREST
1. Locking the upholstered Backrest into place
Zippie wheelchairs with depth adjustable backs are shipped with the backrest/stroller handles (F) in a folded
position. To secure backrest/stroller handles, lift backrest/stroller handles to upright position. When secured,
backrest release pin (H) will lock into place.
2. Adding or Removing upholstered Backrest
a. Check monthly for excessive stretching of the upholstery, or loose attaching hardware. If you deter-
mine the upholstery is no longer tight, contact your service representative for a replacement.
b. If you need to replace the backrest upholstery, or remove it to add a solid backrest, start by removing
the Upholstery securing screw (G) from both backrests, and pull the Upholstery off of the backposts.
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