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3.5.2 Attach the sleeve to the front tube (slot side faces inwardly) and align it with the
hole. (Figure 4-10).
3.5.3 Fix the footrest with the sleeve and tube. (Figure 4-11).
3.5.4 Lock the footrest with screws and hex nut. (Figure 4-12)
Adjust footrest:
3.5.5 Loose screws by using 5mm Allen key which bundled in the tool box and adjust
the length to an appropriate position to fit user’s leg-length. (Figure 4-13).
Figure 4.9
Figure 4.10
Figure 4.11
Figure 4.12
Figure 4.13
3.5.6 Never stand on the footplates when getting into (or out of) the chair. (See
Figure4.14)
3.5.7 When transferring in and out of the chair, make sure that the brakes are applied to
prevent the chair from sliding away. Also see that the footplates are flipped up for
ease of entering or exiting. (See Figure 4.15)
Figure 4.14
Figure 4.15
3.6 Attendant Pushing and Self-propelled
3.6.1 Ensure that the brakes are always locked when the chair is not being pushed. (See
Figure 4.16)
3.6.2 Always make sure that both feet are safely on the footplates and that clothing is
safely tucked out of the way and cannot get caught in the wheels. (See Figure
4.17)
3.6.3 Always use both hands on the push handles to control the chair. (See Figure 4.18)
Figure 4.16
Figure 4.17
Figure 4.18