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SECTION 4—BACK
Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery
The position of the footrest, seat angle, back angle, seating system/upholstery, cas-
tor size and position, rear wheel size and position, use of anti-tippers, as well as the
user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change to one
or any combination of the ten may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability.
EXTREME care MUST be taken when changing the stability of the wheelchair. Refer
to the chart in General Guidelines on page 15 of this manual.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.4.
The Adjustable Tension Straps
The straps can be adjusted at various levels
of tension to accommodate individual
end‐users. The bottom two straps can be
adjusted tightly to support and/or assist
the extensor muscles.
The Back Upholstery Cover
NOTE: The back upholstery cover is designed
for three reasons:
• The first is as a modesty cover.
• The second is to keep the cushion from
sliding out of the back of the
wheelchair.
• The third is a sacral support depending
upon how far or tight the flap is pulled
under the seat cushion
Replacing Adjustable Tension
Back Upholstery
1. Remove the back height adjustment
screws that secure the back posts to the
back uprights.
2. Slide the back posts out of the back
uprights.
3. Remove the two screws and washers
that secure the existing back upholstery
to the back posts.
4. Slide the existing back upholstery
down and off the back posts.
Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs
WARNING
Back
Upright
Fastening Strap
Back Upholstery
Anchor Loop Section
Mounting Screw
Back Upholstery Adjuster Strap Section
FIGURE 4.4 Adjustable Tension Back
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Back Posts
Back Height
Adjustment
Screw
Back Upholstery Cover
Fastening Straps
Adjuster Strap
Anchor
Loop
Upper
Grommet
Hole
Upholstery
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