Armrests With Front Closure - lopital Elexo 5100 Instructions For Use Manual

3.3. Armrests with front closure

• If the client has taken a seat on the Elexo, the armrests
with front closure can be folded down; these are then
turned for the person concerned .
• The armrests with front closure are secured in a horizontal
position .
• The armrests can be unlocked by pressing the security
catch at the hinging point on the frame (See figure 11). The
armrest can then be turned up for the client and folded up .
• Always protect the client when folding the armrests up or
down .
• The armrests can also be used as a support when taking
a seat or standing up . Be aware that the armrests are not
locked in all positions .
Option: Dual locking .
The extra lock ensures that the front closure is also locked
when turned away (See figure 13) .
Option: Straight armrest .
The independent folding armrests are easy to fold up . Protect
the user when moving the armrests upwards and downwards .
In the folded up position, they should not fall back down by
themselves; in other cases: consult your supplier .
When folding the armrests away, avoid the hinging
point to prevent possible entrapment.
When folding the armrests away, avoid fingers or body
parts becoming entrapped between the armrest and the
back support.
The armrests or front closure must not be used as a lever
arm (e.g. when moving the chair over an obstacle) or as
a push / pull bar. You must not sit on it either. This could
damage the Elexo and / or present a hazard.
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Figure 11 Armrest .
Figure 12 Armrest with dual
locking .
Figure 13 Armrest in turned out
position .
Figure 14 Straight armrest .