Installing And Adjusting The Swivel Unit And Forearm Supports; Adjusting The Anti-Tipper And Tip-Assist; Adjusting The Anti-Tipper - Otto Bock Ventus Instructions For Use Manual

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3) Position the side panel. In order to do so, pass the Allen head screw through one of the 5 bore holes (see
fig. 57, Pos. 1) and tighten it on the support bracket.
INFORMATION: Choose the bore hole so that the lip of the clothing protector is close enough to or far
enough away from the tyre to exclude the risk of crushing.
INFORMATION: Note that the side panel mounting may also have to be repositioned after adjusting
the "clothing protector" side panel (see the 647G829 service manual).
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6.8.4 Installing and adjusting the swivel unit and forearm supports

The subsequent installation is made to the "height-adjustable" armrest.
1) Loosen 2 x Allen head screws on the bottom of the armrest (see fig. 53, item 1).
2) Remove the armrest.
3) Mount the swivel unit on the tube of the side panel.
The assembly is described in more detail in the instructions for use included with the swivel unit – reference
number 647G411.
4) Mount the channel forearm pad on the swivel unit.
The assembly is described in more detail in the instructions for use included with the swivel unit – reference
number 647G411.
5) Adjust the swivel unit.
Adjusting the swivel unit with forearm support is described in more detail in the supplied instructions for use (user).

6.9 Adjusting the anti-tipper and tip-assist

WARNING
Incorrect installation of the anti-tipper/missing anti-tipper
Tipping over, falling of the user due to failure to observe the installation instructions and because of incorrect
adjustment
► Depending upon the settings of the chassis, the centre of gravity, the back angle and the experience of the
user, the use of an anti-tipper may be necessary.
► For a small wheelbase and a backrest that is tilted far back, an anti-tipper may need to be installed on both
sides, depending upon the user's experience.
► Verify that the anti-tipper has been installed and adjusted properly. Find the appropriate position with the
assistance of a helper.

6.9.1 Adjusting the anti-tipper

INFORMATION
In order to adjust the anti-tipper correctly, it may be necessary to combine the steps to adjust the length and
angle.
Adjusting the length of the pivot arm
1) Remove the Allen head screw on the pivot arm (see fig. 58, item 1).
2) Adjust the length of the pivot arm.
3) Bolt down the pivot arm. The outer edge of the anti-tipper roller has to project beyond the largest diameter of
the tyre (##04182).
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