6 FOOTREST
Invacare
®
Crossfire™T7A Wheelchair
32
Part No 1167484
Adjusting the Footrest
1.
Position new/existing footrest to desired height.
2.
Tighten the allen screw of the two clamps that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame.
6.2
Replacing/Adjusting Optional Adjustable Angle Footrest
Replacing the Footrest
1.
Loosen, but DO NOT remove the allen screw of the two clamps that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame.
2.
Slide the existing footrest tubes out of the wheelchair frame and install new footrest by reversing this step.
3.
Position the new footrest to a determined height.
4.
Tighten the allen screw of the two clamps that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame.
5.
Adjust the footplate to the desired position. Refer to Adjusting Footplate Angle on page 32
and/or
Adjusting Footplate Depth on page 33.
Adjusting Footplate Angle
1.
Loosen, but DO NOT remove the two mounting screws and locknuts (not shown) that secure the footplate to the two footrest tubes.
2.
Position the footplate to the necessary angle to accommodate the user.
3.
Retighten the two mounting screws and locknuts.
WARNING
The standard footrest has an open hoop. A footplate cover is recommended for wheelchair users that have leg spasticity or
whose feet have a possibility of falling through the footrest hoop. A calf strap is provided with each wheelchair to prevent
the feet from slipping backwards off of the footrest. Be sure the calf strap is secure when using the wheelchair.
The locknuts should lie in the channel of the footplate clamp.
