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5.4 Replacing Adjustable Tension Back
Upholstery
WARNING!
RISK OF INJURY OR DAMAGE
– The position of the footrest, seat angle, back angle,
seating system/upholstery, caster 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 any combination
of the aforementioned may cause the wheelchair to
decrease in stability. EXTREME care MUST be taken
when changing the stability of the wheelchair. Refer
to the 2.1 General Safety, page 6 in this manual for
more information.
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.
Back Upholstery Cover
The back upholstery cover is designed for three reasons:
•
A modesty cover
•
To keep the cushion from slide out of the back of the wheelchair
•
A sacral support depending upon how far or tight the flap is
pulled under the seat cushion
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Replacing Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery
1.
Slide the existing back upholstery up and off the back posts A.
Both back posts A should be adjusted to the same
height.
2.
Slip adjuster straps F through corresponding anchor loops E
and adjust the back upholstery. Secure with the fastening straps
D.
WARNING!
RISK OF INJURY OR DAMAGE
– After the adjustable tension back upholstery
has been positioned to the end-users individual
needs, the fastening straps MUST be securely
fastened BEFORE applying the back upholstery
cover. The adjustable back should be checked
whenever entering the wheelchair to ensure that
the fastening straps are securely fastened.
3.
Secure the back upholstery cover (fastening strap) C to the back
of the adjustable back upholstery (fastening strap).
4.
Flip the back upholstery cover D over the adjustable back
upholstery and secure the fastening straps C to the front of
the adjustable back upholstery.
Lay the front portion of the back upholstery cover D on the
5.
seat pan.
Adjust the slack in the back upholstery cover D and then secure
6.
to the seat pan fastening straps.
Wheelchair Operation
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