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2.6 Transportation
For storage or transportation purposes,
the wheelchair can be dismantled into
portable elements without the need for
tools.
Firstly the dimensions of the wheelchair
can be reduced by removing all remov-
able parts. These include the leg sup-
ports, armrests (armrest pads are not
detachable), seat and backrest. Stabi-
lisers (if present) can be folded forwards.
The wheelchair can now be folded in
the normal way. In addition, driving
wheels equipped with full floating axles
can now also be removed.
During reassembly, ensure that each
part is correctly installed and securely
fastened. Check that components are
correctly positioned. Check the correct
seating of the components.
3. Overview
The overview shows the most important
components and operating elements of
the
Impuls-ORTOform
wheelchair.
The components shown in the follow-
ing illustrations may not be identical to
those on your wheelchair. The location
and handling of the parts are neverthe-
less applicable to your
Impuls-ORTOform
wheelchair model. Each time the wheel-
chair is assembled, or each time a set-
ting is made, checks should be carried
out to ensure that the component in
question is fitted correctly and function-
ing properly.
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2.5 Folding/unfolding
2.5.1
Folding the wheelchair
To fold the wheelchair (fig. 1) detach
the armrests, leg supports, seat and the
backrest (fig. 2). Pull the seat tubes to-
gether in an upward direction after hav-
ing separated the backrest stiffening
tube (fig. 3/
➀
).
2.5.2
Unfolding the wheelchair
To unfold the wheelchair, tilt it slightly
to one side. On the side which is stand-
ing firm on the ground, push the seat
tube downwards until it reaches its limit
(fig. 3/
➁
).
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Note:
To do this, it may be necessary to
force both seat tubes into their final
position by hand.
The bowden wire (fig. 4/
➀
) prevents
the side frames being pushed too far
apart.
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