Getting In And Transferring; Legrests; Adjusting The Leg Supports; Removing And Fastening The Calf Strap - Otto Bock Ventus Instructions For Use Manual

Use

7.2 Getting in and transferring

CAUTION
Incorrect handling when getting in
Risk of falling, tipping or rolling away due to incorrect handling
► Activate the wheel lock each time before you get into or out of or transfer to or from the wheelchair.
► Always get into the wheelchair from the side, where possible.
► Never step on the foot plates when getting in and out.
► Do not support yourself on the wheel lock when getting in/out.
Users can choose the method for getting into and out of the wheelchair which is most suitable for them. The
respective procedure should be discussed and practised with a therapist.
As a rule, the frame tubes, seat bottom or side panels can be used as supports for getting into the wheelchair.
If getting in independently is not possible, transferring or getting in always has to be performed with the help of an
assistant. The manufacturer also offers transfer aids for getting in, such as transfer boards.

7.3 Legrests

CAUTION
Improper use of the legrests
Tipping over, falling due to errors in handling the product
► Fold up the footplates before getting in.
The legrests support the user's legs.
The height of the legrest has been adjusted by qualified personnel to the length of the user's lower legs.
The angle of the footrest has been set by the qualified personnel so that it allows the ankles to rest in a comfortable
position.

7.3.1 Adjusting the leg supports

The height or angle of the "angle-adjustable" leg support (see fig. 6) and leg support for short lower leg lengths
(not pictured) can be adjusted by the qualified personnel. It is also possible to install heel blocks on the sides to
stop the feet from sliding into the area around the caster wheels.
The "fixed" tube foot support (see fig. 7) can be adjusted in height by qualified personnel.
Subsequent adjustments may be made only by qualified personnel.
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7.3.2 Removing and fastening the calf strap

The calf strap offers additional support for the user's legs. It can be removed for cleaning.
Fastening the calf strap
1) Guide the calf strap around the frame tube above the caster attachment device (see fig. 8, item 1).
2) +Close the hook-and-loop closure (see fig. 8, item 2).
Removing the calf strap
1) Unfasten the hook-and-loop closure.
2) Remove the calf strap from the frame tube.
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