Using Interface Adapters; Adjusting The Seat Angle - Otto Bock Discovery Instructions For Use Manual

Use
• Ottobock Shape: seating shell with seat adapted to the body
• Seat plate with seat cushion and back support pad (see Page 39)
• Seating solutions from various manufacturers (Horacek, R82/Atoform, InterCo, Ortho-Seat, etc.) or custom
fabrications
All seat settings have already been adapted to the needs of the user by the qualified personnel when the product
was delivered.
When the product is handed over to the user, the qualified personnel instructs the user in the use of the chosen
seating solution.

7.3.2 Using interface adapters

The product may have been fitted with one of the following interface adapters for attaching a seating solution:
• Trapezoid adapter (see fig. 10)
• Parallel adapter (see fig. 11)
• Universal adapter (crossbars) (see fig. 12)
Alternatively, the product can also be equipped with a seat plate without an interface adapter (see Page 39).
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7.3.3 Adjusting the seat angle

CAUTION
Incorrect handling of the seat tilt
Tipping over, falling out of the seating shell/seat due to errors in handling the product
► Before operating the seat tilt (seat angle adjustment), practise without the seated user.
► Only operate the seat tilt on a level, firm surface.
► Always activate the anti-tipper before operating the seat tilt (inclination of the seat).
► Before negotiating slopes or crossing obstacles, the seat tilt must be lowered (horizontal neutral position of
the seat). It is advisable to incline the seat tilt slightly to the rear when driving downhill.
► Drive only on slopes where the holding forces remain manageable.
► Never use the release lever to operate the seat tilt (seat angle adjustment) in an uncontrolled manner.
► When activating the release lever, always secure the user against falling out to the front or rear. To do so,
keep a firm grip on the push handle while activating the locking pedal until the adjustment system audibly
engages on both sides.
► Do not reach into the adjustment mechanism when using the seat tilt.
► Avoid getting caught in the Bowden cable as this can result in release of the seat tilt.
The seat can be moved back continuously up to an angle of 35° (see fig. 13):
1) Hold the push handles/push bar firmly.
2) Activate and hold the release lever (see fig. 14, item 1).
→ The locking mechanism is released.
3) Bring the seat to the desired angle by moving the push handles/push bar (see fig. 13).
INFORMATION: The seat tilt adjustment range may be limited when using 22" or 24" drive wheels.
Please see the specifications in the section "Technical data".
4) Let go of the release lever.
→ The seat is fixed in the desired position.
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