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6 RECLINER OPERATION
WARNING
Make sure occupant's and bystanders' hands and body are clear of all pinch points before reclining back. Use caution,
otherwise injury may occur.
To Healthcare Professional/Assistants:
The Tracer SX5 Recliner wheelchair MUST be operated by a healthcare professional or assistant when in any reclined
position.
Make sure the patient is properly positioned in the wheelchair before reclining or inclining (reverse recline) to maintain
maximum stability and safety.
For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 1 on page 45.
1.
Unfold wheelchair. Refer to Folding/Unfolding the Wheelchair on page 31.
2.
Attach spreader bar. Refer to Removing/Installing the Spreader Bar on page 47.
3.
Make sure wheelchair is occupied and on a level surface before reclining.
4.
Engage the wheel locks.
5.
Inform the occupant of the wheelchair that the wheelchair is about to be reclined.
6.
Make sure occupant's hands and body are clear of all pinch points.
7.
Stand behind the wheelchair and grasp both push handles firmly.
8.
Lifting up on handles, squeeze release levers.
9.
Slowly, pull back on the back assembly while squeezing the release levers.
10. When the back reaches the desired angle, slowly let go of the release levers.
11. To return the back to the full upright position, reverse the STEPS 7-10 keeping in mind proper body mechanics.
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