Otto Bock B600 Instructions For Use Manual page 14

Preparation for Use
CAUTION
Uncontrolled movement of components when making
adjustments
Risk of crushing, pinching, blows to limbs
► Ensure that body parts, such as hands or head, are
never in the danger zone.
► Perform the work with the aid of a helper for support.
CAUTION
Unsecured screw connections
Risk of pinching, crushing, tipping over, falling of user
► After all adjusting/readjusting work, retighten the
mounting screws/nuts firmly. Observe any torque set­
tings which may be specified.
► Any time you loosen a screw connection with thread
lock, replace it with a new screw connection or secure
the old screw connection with medium strength thread
locker (e.g. Loctite 241
5.2 Initial operation
The specialist dealer ships the power wheelchair fully
assembled and ready to use.
The following additional tasks may be required:
• Adjusting settings: see Page 15 et. seq.
• Installing the side panels: see Page 20
• Installing the footrests: see Page 21
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• Charging the battery: see Page 38 et. seq.
5.2.1 Locking the back angle adjustment in place
If the power wheelchair is equipped with mechanical/power
back angle adjustment, proceed as follows if necessary:
1) Fold the backrest up.
2) Place the cross bolt on the end of the gas compression
spring or actuator into the bracket (see Fig. 2, item 1).
3) Push the lever down until the lock engages (see Fig. 2,
item 2).
4) Check the bolt and lock to ensure that they are securely
engaged.
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