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- Use : The hub brakes can be used to slow down
the chair by using the handle A and can be locked
by using the ratchet B.
- Adjustment : Turn screw C to increase or decrease
the braking force.
8.12 Rear anti tippers
(Photo 26)
The anti-tip castors are intented to keep you from
tipping backwards.
Tipping may result from an inapropriate position of
the rear wheels, faultly operation of the wheelchair
by the user or a third party.
- Use : Anti-tip castors are fixed into the back down
tube of frame.
Anti tippers can be removed. Press the pin-spring
A and slide the anti tipper out. Reverse the operation in order to put it back in
position. The pin should be in the out position in the hole of the frame.
- Adjustment : Adjustment is used to obtain the distance between the ground
and the castors. The anti tip castors must be adjusted the same way on both
sides. This adjustment must be done by a suitably
qualified person.
8.13 Belts
Belt with Hook and Eye
(Photo 27)
- Use : Belts position depends on your handicap,
and must be determined by the qualified health
advisor.
- Adjustment : Put the end back of strap in position on the Hook and Eye
Fastener.
Warning :
Do not allows the belt to get caught in
any of the wheels.
Buckle security belt
(Photo 28)
- Use : Belt position depends on your handicap,
and must be determined by the qualified health
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