Adjusting The Horizontal Position Of The Rear Wheels; Adjusting The Track Width (Additional Adjustment) - Otto Bock Start M1 Instructions For Use (Qualified Personnel

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→ Once changed, the left and right quick-release axle mountings must both have the same vertical position in the
frame.
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6.2.2 Adjusting the Horizontal Position of the Rear Wheels

The horizontal rear wheel position can be adjusted by turning the rear wheel adapter. Changing the rear wheel
position has the following effects:
Position of rear wheel
Move backwards (passive setting) •
Move forwards (active setting)
1) Remove the rear wheel adapter (see Page 9).
2) Turn the rear wheel adapter.
3) Install the rear wheel adapter together with the Allen head screws/counter-nuts.
4) Tighten the Allen head screws/counter nuts to 7 Nm (see fig. 3).
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6.2.3 Adjusting the Track Width (additional adjustment)

The distance between the rear wheel and the side panel can be continuously adjusted.
1) Remove the wheels.
2) Loosen the respective countered hexagon nut on the quick-release axle mounting (see fig. 4, item 1; spanner
size: 24 mm).
3) Screw the quick-release axle mounting in or out slightly.
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Effects
Larger wheelbase
• Larger turning circle
• Greater stability of the wheelchair
• Wheelchair is harder to tip backwards when crossing obstacles
• Position recommended for inexperienced users
• Smaller wheelbase
• Less load on caster wheels = greater manoeuvrability
• Less stability of the wheelchair
• Wheelchair is easier to tip backwards when crossing obstacles
INFORMATION: An anti-tipper can be installed if necessary.
• Position recommended only for experienced users
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