2.5 Mounting or removing of the footrests
The mounting of the footrest is done as
follows:
1. Hold the footrest sideways at the outside
of the wheelchairs frame and mount the
tube hood
c
into the frame.
2. Swing the footrest inwards till it clicks in
position.
3. Swing the foot plate downwards until the
clips e lock over pen f
To take off the footrests:
1. Make clip e loose from pen f.
2. Swing the footplate upwards.
3. Pull handle
d
.
4. Swing the footrest to the outside of the
wheelchair till it comes loose from the
guidance.
5. Pull the footrest from tube hood
c
.
2.6 Operating the brakes
WARNING:
The brakes are not used to slow down the wheelchair during
movements – Use the brake only to prevent the wheelchair from unintended
movements.
WARNING:
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.
WARNING:
The brakes are adjustable and can wear – Check the operation of the
brakes before each use.
To apply the brakes:
1. Push the brake handles forward till you feel a distinctive click.
CAUTION:
Risk of unintended movement – Make sure the wheelchair is on a
flat horizontal surface before releasing the brakes. Never release both brakes
simultaneously.
To release the brakes:
1. Release one brake by pulling the handle backwards.
2. Hold the hand-rim of the release wheel with your hand.
3. Release the second brake by pulling the handle backwards.
