Adjusting The Backrest Angle; Adjusting The Captain's Seat Headrest - Invacare Pronto M61 User Manual

1. Remove the lock knob A that secures the armrest C to the
arm frame assembly B.
2. Adjust the armrest to one of five positions D.
3. Reinstall the lock knob that secures the armrest to the arm
frame assembly and tighten securely.

5.3.4 Adjusting the backrest 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 38 and 6.7 Driving up and down
gradients, page 39.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury if the mobility device tips over
Using the lifter changes the center of gravity of the
mobility device.
– When the lifter is in a raised position never adjust the
backrest angle over more than 15°.
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Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture
CAUTION!
Risk of injury
When you adjust the backrest angle without securing
the backrest, the backrest snaps forward very fast. This
can pinch your fingers on the armrest or strike your
back, when sitting in the seat.
– Never adjust the angle of an unsecured backrest.
While pulling the release handle, hold up against the
backrest to secure it.
1. Lift up on the release handle A and adjust seat to desired angle.
2. Let go of the release handle to lock the backrest in position.

5.3.5 Adjusting the Captain's seat headrest

To raise the headrest A, lift the headrest up to the desired
1.
position.
To lower the headrest, push the release tab B towards the front
2.
of the wheelchair. Lower the headrest to the desired position.
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