5.6 Adjusting the seat angle
CAUTION!
Adjusting the seat tilt or the backrest angle
changes the geometry of the mobility device and
directly influences its dynamic stability!
– For details regarding dynamic stability, negotiating
gradients and obstacles and the correct adjustment
of seat tilt or backrest angle, refer to 6.6 Taking
Obstacles, page 51 and 6.7 Driving up and down
gradients, page 52.
5.7 Adjusting the headrest
CAUTION!
Injury hazard during use of the mobility device as
a vehicle seat if a headrest is wrongly adjusted
or not installed
This can cause the neck to be hyperextended during
collisions.
– A headrest must be installed. The headrest optionally
supplied for this mobility device by Invacare is
perfectly suitable for use during transport.
– The headrest must be adjusted to the user's ear height.
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Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture
5.7.1 Adjusting the position of the headrest or
neckrest
The adjustment of the position is the same for all headrests and
neckrests.
Tools:
•
5 mm Allen key
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