Adjusting The Depth Of The Drive Wheels - Otto Bock Start M2S Instructions For Use Manual

Settings
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481G74=SE006 Drive wheel adapter
The drive wheel adapter can be adjusted vertically to 5 positions. The quick-release axle mounting can also be fine-
tuned in 2 additional positions in the drive wheel adapter.
Adjusting the vertical position of the drive wheel adapter
1) Remove the wheels.
2) Remove the Allen head screws/counter nuts (see fig. 2).
3) Push the drive wheel adapter to the desired position (see fig. 3).
4) For fine-tuning, rotate the drive wheel adapter by 180° on the frame so that the row of bores is at the "top" or
"bottom".
5) Insert and tighten the Allen head screws/counter nuts to 7 Nm (see fig. 2).
→ Once changed, the left and right drive wheel adapters must both have the same vertical position in the frame.
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6.2.2 Adjusting the depth of the drive wheels

Changing the drive wheel position has the following effects:
Position of drive wheel
Move backwards (passive setting) •
Move forwards (active setting)
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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 should be installed if necessary.
• Setting recommended only for experienced users
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Start M2S, Start M2