Drum Brake; Legrests (Optional) - Otto Bock Discovery Instructions For Use Manual

Use

7.5.3 Drum brake

WARNING
Insufficient braking of the drum brake
Accident, falling of the user, loss of control by the attendant
► Verify the functionality of the drum brake prior to every use. Contact the qualified personnel in case of insuffi­
cient braking.
► Apply the drum brakes to prevent the product from moving when it is parked on uneven ground or during
transfers (e.g. into a car). Ensure that they lock securely with the help of the lock slide.
INFORMATION
The drive wheels with quick-release axle can still be removed via the quick-release axles when the wheel lock
lever is released (not illustrated).
1) Pull the brake lever (see fig. 30, item 1).
2) If necessary, secure the brake lever by additionally actuating the lock slide (see fig. 30, item 2). The mobility
base for seating shells remains securely braked.
3) Deactivate the wheel lock again by pressing the lock slide (see fig. 30, item 2).
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7.6 Legrests (optional)

CAUTION
Improper use of the legrests/footplates
Tipping over, falling due to user error
► Fold up the footplates before getting in.
► With segmented footplates, ensure the height adjustments are equal.
► The footplates must engage audibly when they are locked.
CAUTION
Pinching on components
Crushing and pinching of fingers due to lack of caution in danger areas
► Avoid pinching when moving/locking the legrests.
CAUTION
Improper adjustment of the legrests/footplates
Tipping over, falling due to user error
► After changing the legrest/footplate settings, verify that the legrests/footplates do not collide with the caster
wheels at any of the seat tilt settings (seat angle adjustment).
► The distance between the legrest/footplate and the caster wheel must be at least 25 mm.
The leg supports provide support for the feet.
The height of the leg supports has been adjusted by qualified personnel to the length of the user's lower leg.
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