Backrest Extension - Invacare Zipper 2 User Manual

Independent footplate assemblies for elevating leg rests
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The foot rests comprise a pair of mounting tube and rest assemblies
and are intended solely as a foot support when you are sitting down.
Each footplate assembly can slide into the elevating legrest on the
appropriate side and its height can be adjusted.
The footplates can be raised for front transfers.
- Adjusting the footplate assemblies on the leg
rests: Release the set screw (A) and position
the foot rest assembly at the required height
in the leg rest tube. Tighten set screw (A).
13. Calf straps
To finalise the foot and leg position, your wheelchair has a calf strap
on the foot rest supports.
- Adjustment: Your calf strap is adjustable, just
pull the end of the strap to release the hook and
eye fastening and adjust the tension. Place the
end back in position on the fastener and press
together to ensure a good fixing.
The strap is removable.
Heel support straps
To finalise the foot position, the rest can be equipped with heel straps.
The strap cannot be removed and should be repositioned towards the
front when folding back the footplate.
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A
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A

14. Backrest Extension

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The backrest extension has two uprights (B) and a backrest extension
upholstery. The locating pegs should only be fited to the push handles of the
backrest by a qualified technician.
When refitting, make sure that it is firmly fixed onto
the locations fitted to the the backrest tubes. Raise
the head rest assembly to remove it from the tubes of
the recliner backrest.
- Adjustment: No adjustment is required for this
extension.However, it can be removed for transport.
FITTING INSTRUCTIONS BACKREST EXTENSION FOR VEHICLE
TRANSPORT
When transporting the chair the backrest extension must be secured
to the push handles.
Using a M5 x 30mm Hex Hd screw and location ring (See photo
below)
Slide the location ring inside the slot on the extension tube, and then
feed the Hex Hd screw through the tube and location ring and firmly
secure to the push handle.
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B
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