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footplate height measurement can be read off the
scale located at the rear of the leg rest (Fig 17).
5.
Release the caps of the plungers to lock the
footplate height.
6.
Ensure both plungers are locked and that they
both read the same measurement off the scale.
Note:
On completion of any of the above adjustments
a functionality check must be carried out (see section
14).
9.
Footplate operation & adjustment
The Configura Advance chair is supplied with a
removeable angle adjustable footplate. The footplate
has 3 angle settings: 90°, 105°and 120°.
The height adjustment system of the footplate is
separate from the footplate removal
–
for details on
how to adjust the footplate height refer to section 8 of
this manual. The footplate may be fitted, removed
and adjusted with the patient in the chair. Ensure the
patient is sitting securely and cannot slide out.
Operation
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Fitting the Footplate
1.
Ensure that the plungers that secure the footplate
(Fig 18, Items 1&2) are in the closed position (Fig
19).
2.
Take the footplate (Fig 21) and insert the two
tapered spigots (Fig 21, Items 1&2) into the two
sockets either side of the footplate height
adjustment frame (Fig 18, Items 3&4). Push the
footplate into the tubes until the plungers latch
with an audible click.
3.
Ensure the plungers are latched by moving the
footplate in and out slightly.
Operation - Removing the Footplate
1.
Locate the plungers that secure the footplate
either side of the leg rest, at the bottom of the
footplate height adjustment frame (Fig 18, Items
1&2).
2.
Turn the levers on the two plungers towards the
front of the chair until they latch. The lever arm
plungers are now locked in the open position.
See Figure 19.
3.
Pull the footplate out.
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1
Figure 16
Figure 17
WARNING
Always engage the castor brakes when the
chair is stationery or left unattended.
Ensure the patient is in a stable sitting position
while the footplate is adjusted, fitted or
removed.
1
2
Figure 18
3
4
Figure 19
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Plunger Open
Figure 20
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Plunger Closed
Figure 21
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