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11:8 Adjusting the centre of balance
The centre of balance can be ad-
justed by changing the position of
the rear wheels.
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Move the axle shafts/rear
wheels forwards or back-
wards according to point 6:8
The brakes must also be
adjusted, see point 7:4
Tools: 24 mm socket
spanner (10 mm spanner)
When the position of the rear
wheels is moved forwards the
wheelchair becomes much more
manoeuvrable, but the tendency to
tip backwards increases.
11 Driving technique, manoeuvring
(!) The centre of balance is also
altered when the seat and/
or backrest angle is adjust-
ed.
We recommend the use of
anti-tips.
Ensure that rear wheels
with quick release hubs
are mounted securely.
Cross
11:9 Handrims
Cross is delivered with aluminium or
stainless steel handrims as standard.
The way in which the user is able
to grip the handrims is influenced
by the handrim’s material and its
distance from the wheel. Plastic
coated handrims are available as an
option.
Cellular rubber/plastic
coated handrims increases
the friction.
Violent braking can cause
mild friction burns (e.g.
blisters).
11:10 Adjusting the distance of the handrim
Be aware that when passing
through narrow spaces there
is a risk of getting your fin-
gers caught. There is also a
risk of fingers getting caught
in the spokes.
If there is a risk of the user’s
fingers getting caught in the
spokes we recommend the
use of spoke guards.
Spacers
Tools: 4 mm Allen key.
Aluminium, stainless and plastic-
coated handrims for 24" and 22"
rear wheel: The distance between
the wheel and the handrim can
be adjusted by adding or remov-
ing spacers.