Assembly and Operating Instructions Ver. 4 01/14 (2286)
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION continued.
1. Push Handles
The handles are designed for the helper to propel the chair. They must not be
used solely for lifting the chair over obstructions or kerbs (see negotiating
obstacles)
2. Backrest Upholstery
Periodically check the upholstery for signs of tears or sagging. Replace
immediately if the seat is damaged
3. Armrest Release Lever
Push the lever to release the armrests from the socket to allow them to be
flipped up.
4. Leg Rest Release Lever
Press the release lever towards you and swing the support to the outside of
the chair. If the support is to be removed, lift it upwards. To re-fit and return to
the original position, reverse the above procedure.
5. Footrest Adjustment Bolt
The footplates are intended as a foot support only when you are sitting in the
chair. On no account should you stand on the footplates. The heel loops or
calf straps (if fitted) can be used to secure the position of the feet. The
footplate assemblies can be adjusted in height by loosening the nut of the
base of the adjustment tube, positioning the plate at the required height and
tightening the nut to secure the assembly.
The footplate supports cannot be adjusted but are moveable from the
chair. They can be swung away to the outside of the chair. To carry out
this procedure, Castor and bearing
The front wheels have solid puncture proof tyres. These should be
checked at regular intervals to monitor any wear. Transit chairs become
difficult to steer and propel when surfaces have worn flat. It is
recommended that both front tyres are replaced at the same time to avoid
one side of the chair from being higher than the other.
The wheel is secured to the castor fork by an axle bolt and axle nut.
Periodically, this bolt and nut should be checked and tightened if
necessary to allow a snug but free spinning fit. The castor fork swivel
allows the chair to be steered. An adjustment locknut is located under the
castor cap. If the locknut is too tight, the chair will be difficult to steer.
