Adjusting Backrest; Powered Tilt; Adjusting The Backrest (Firm Seat) - Invacare Bora Series User Manual

It is easier to adjust the angle of the seat when there
is nobody sitting in the wheelchair.
The figure shows the position of the spindle (1) for manual
seat angle adjustment.

5.10 Adjusting Backrest

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 87 and 6.7
Driving up and down Gradients, page 88.

5.10.1 Powered tilt

Consult the user manual for your remote for information
about electrical adjustment.
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5.10.2 Adjusting the backrest (Firm seat)

The angle of the manually adjustable backrest is continuously
adjustable between +2° and +22°.
Tools:
• 1 x open-ended spanner 13 mm
• 1 x Phillips screwdriver
The angle of the manually adjustable backrest is adjusted
on both sides by means of an adjustment knob (1) and a
limiting screw (2), which is fitted with a counter nut (3).
1. Loosen the knobs (1) on both sides.
2. Loosen the counter nut (3) of the limiting screw (2),
using the open-ended spanner 13 mm.
3. Adjust the limiting screws (2) evenly on both sides to
the desired backrest angle, using the Phillips screwdriver.
4. Tighten the counter nut (3).
5. Re-tighten the knobs.
Setup
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