Folding Sling Seat - Invacare Compass XE Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS
DO NOT overtighten the cover of the folding handle. Damage to the folding handle
will occur.
B. Turn the folding handle cover towards the front of the wheelchair approximately
two to four revolutions.
5. Engage both wheel locks, open the footrest/legrest for clearance and transfer into the
wheelchair. Refer to Percentage of Weight Distribution on page 22.
Cover of the
Folding Handle
Folding Handle

Folding Sling Seat

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.9 on page 29.
1. Swing footrest/legrest in locked position to the front of the wheelchair.
2. Pivot footplates upward to vertical position.
3. On recliners ONLY ‐
A. Turn the folding handle cover towards the rear of the wheelchair approximately
two to four revolutions.
B. Slide the cover of the folding over until the links of the spreader bar are visible.
4. With both hands, grasp the middle of the seat upholstery at the front and back edge
and lift up. Or, tilt the wheelchair to one side and close by the push handles.
NOTE: If wheelchair is equipped with carry straps, the wheelchair may be closed by pulling up on
the straps.
Compass™XE and Allegro®
CAUTION
To Fold
To Unfold
FIGURE 2.8 Unfolding Sling Seat
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Recliners Only
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