Adjusting The Swinging Anti-Tipper; Adjusting The Lap Belt - Otto Bock Start M4 XXL Instructions For Use Manual

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6.11 Adjusting the swinging anti-tipper

WARNING
Incorrect installation of the swinging anti-tipper
Tipping over, falling of the user due to failure to observe the installation instructions and because of incorrect
adjustment
► Depending upon the settings of the chassis, the centre of gravity, the back support angle and the experience
of the user, the use of a swinging anti-tipper may be necessary.
► The outer arm of the anti-tipper has to project beyond the largest diameter of the tyre. This basic setting may
only be made by the qualified personnel.
► The space between the floor and lower edge of the anti-tipper must not exceed 50 mm. This basic setting may
only be made by qualified personnel.
► Verify that the anti-tipper has been installed and adjusted properly. Find the appropriate position with the
assistance of a helper.
If necessary, the length and height of the swinging anti-tipper must be adjusted to the conditions of the wheelchair.
Adjusting the length of the swinging anti-tipper
1) Loosen the marked Allen head screws (see fig. 37, item 1/2).
2) Slide the Allen head screws in the slotted hole of the attachment plate until the pivot point of the anti-tipper
clamp is aligned with the outer diameter of the tyre (see fig. 37, item 3).
3) Firmly tighten the Allen head screws.
Adjusting the height of the swinging anti-tipper
1) Loosen the marked Allen head screw (see fig. 37, item 2).
2) Move the Allen head screw with the spacer as required in the holes of the locking plate (not illustrated).
3) Adjust the underside of the anti-tipper clamp so that it is approx. 20 to 30 mm (maximum 50 mm) above the
ground (see fig. 37, distance in mm).
4) Firmly tighten the Allen head screw.
37
max. 50 mm

6.12 Adjusting the lap belt

CAUTION
Incorrect approach to the adjustment process
Injuries, malpositions, illness of the user due to adjustment errors
► The qualified personnel is responsible for individual positioning and fitting of the belt system.
► Excessively tight adjustment of the belt system may lead to unnecessary pain or illness of the user.
► Adjusting the belt system too loosely can cause the user to slide into a dangerous position. In addition, the
fastening snaps could open unintentionally if they slide against hard parts of clothing (e.g. buttons).
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