Invacare DBA Assembly And Operation Instructions Manual

NOTE: Check all parts for shipping damage. In case of
shipping damage, DO NOT use. Contact equipment sup-
plier for further instruction.

SAFETY SUMMARY

WARNING
DO NOT use this equipment without first
reading and understanding these instruc-
tions. If you are unable to understand the
Warnings, Cautions, and Instructions, con-
tact equipment supplier before attempt-
ing to use this equipment, otherwise, in-
jury or damage may result.
The best way to avoid problems related
to pressure sores is to understand their
causes and your role in a skin manage-
ment program.
Your therapist and physician should be
consulted if you have any questions re-
garding weight relief, self-examination of
the skin, or individual limitations and
needs.
Skin condition should be checked very
frequently after the provision of any new
cushion.
Make sure that ALL hardware are tight at
ALL times.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The Drop Base is designed to provide stable base of
support for the individual who uses a seat cushion in
the wheelchair. Using the Drop Base on certain chairs
may allow the seat cushion to be recessed up to three
(3) inches (7.5 cm). The angle of the Drop Base can
be changed using the adjustable mounting clips. The
Drop Base lowers seat cushion height for improved fit
under tables or desks and improves foot propulsion.
The Drop Base is manufactured with universal
crossbrace cut-outs which allows the Drop Base to fit
most Invacare Manual (Model DBA) and Power
Wheelchairs (Model DBPA).
Adjustable height mounting clips allow for changes of
depth or angle in the field and also can be used for
clinical evaluation.
Drop base mounting clips come in two (2) diameters,
7/8-inch (22mm) and 1-inch (25mm). These allow the
base to interface with wheelchairs that have different
seat rail diameters.
ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 1)
Remove the Drop Base, mounting clips and L-shaped
brackets from the packaged container.
NOTE: The mounting clips can be positioned upward or
downward depending on the amount of drop required.
Adjustable Mounting Clips
1. Attach the L-shaped brackets to the mounting clips
using the hardware provided.
2. Use nuts and bolts provided and attach mounting clips/
L-shaped bracket to Drop Base plate.
3. Place the Drop Base between the wheelchair seat
rails with the cut-out of the Drop Base positioned over
the crossbraces of the chair. Snap the Drop Base
into place.
NOTE: The amount of drop available on each wheelchair
varies depending on style of wheelchair (Hemi-height ver-
sus Standard height). On some wheelchairs, the
crossframe may hit the Drop Base preventing maximum
drop.
WARNING
Always test to see that the drop base is
properly and securely locked in place
before using.
Make certain ALL screws and nuts are
tight at all times.
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