708D
2019-03
Using your wheelchair
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2.4
Mounting or removing the footrests
Risk of injury
Check that the footrests are securely locked in place before use.
Keep objects and people away from the footrests swing range.
Mounting the footrests is done as follows:
1.
Hold the footrest sideways at the outside of the wheelchairs frame.
2.
Mount the holes
of the footrest on the pins
located on the frame.
3.
Turn the footrest inwards till it clicks in position. If this lock is a little stiff, press the
lever gently back.
4.
Turn the footplate downwards.
5.
Replace the calf strap in the hooks
.
To take off the footrests:
1.
Remove the calf strap by unhooking it on both sides.
2.
Pull back the lever
near the footrest attachment.
3.
Turn the footrest to the outside of the wheelchair.
4.
Lift the holes
of the footrest out of the pins located
on the frame
.
2.5
Operating the brakes
Risk of injuries
The brakes are not used to slow down the wheelchair during movements – Use the
brake only to prevent the wheelchair from unintended movements.
Good operation of the brakes is influenced by wear and contamination of the tires
(water, oil, mud, …) – Check the condition of the tires before each use.
The brakes are adjustable and can wear – Check the operation of the brakes before
each use.
Make sure the wheelchair is on a flat horizontal surface before releasing the brakes.
Never release both brakes simultaneously.
To apply the brakes:
1.
Push the brake levers
forward till you feel a
distinctive click.
To release the brakes:
1.
Release one brake by pulling the lever
backwards.
2.
Hold the hand-rim of the released wheel with your hand.
3.
Release the second brake by pulling the lever
backwards.
CAUTION
CAUTION
