GD-450-525-INS-LAB-RevA21 • Regency 450 / 525 User Manual
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5 ADJUSTMENTS
The Regency 450 / 525 offers several adjustments to make it easier and more comfortable to
drive. The
MAINTENANCE
section offers preventive maintenance suggestions for keeping your
wheelchair in excellent condition; ensure that all components are in excellent condition before
adjusting. The following are recommended methods; after a few adjustments, you may develop
your own. Always consult your Graham-Field authorized distributor for assistance.
The person performing adjustments on the Regency 450 / 525 has the responsibility of making
certain that the user can safely operate the wheelchair with the adjustments selected. This
person must evaluate the user's ability, weight, physical condition, the environment in which the
wheelchair will be used, and the terrain over which the wheelchair will travel.
All adjustments and their page locations are referenced in the index at the end of this manual.
Specific tools needed to perform each adjustment are identified in adjustment directions. A
complete list of tools needed to perform all adjustments in this section follows:
7
/
16
" wrench
1
/
2
" wrench
REAR WHEELS & CASTERS
We recommend that you do not replace or adjust rear wheel or caster components yourself, since
special tools and training are required. Please contact your Graham-Field authorized distributor
when your rear wheels or casters need adjustment.
ARMS
Removable Full-Length Arm Removable Desk-Length Arm
Arm height and position are factory set; do not modify this. All arms are removable.
REMOVE ARM
Grasp the armpad by middle, depress the spring button at the front arm socket, and pull up on the
arm to remove it from the socket.
INSTALL ARM
Grasp the armpad by middle, depress the spring button at the front arm socket, and push down on
the arm to install it in the socket.
WARNING: Ensure both arms are securely locked into sockets before occupying or
operating wheelchair.
