Settings; Prerequisites; Adjusting The Drive Wheels - Otto Bock Start M1 Instructions For Use Manual

Settings

It only takes a few simple steps to prepare the wheelchair for use:
1) Attach the drive wheels to the receiver bushings. The quick-release axles must not be removable after releasing
the push-button.
2) Unfold the wheelchair.
3) Attach the leg supports.
4) Pull the part of the flap that can be fastened forward and attach it to the seat upholstery with the hook-and-loop
fastener.
5) If necessary: Fit the seat cushion. The seat cushion is secured against sliding by being pressed on to the
hook-and-loop fastener.
6 Settings

6.1 Prerequisites

WARNING
Incorrect settings
Tipping over, falling or malposition of the user due to incorrect settings
► Adjustment and installation work may only be completed by instructed, qualified personnel.
► Only the settings described in these instructions for use may be carried out.
► Settings may only be changed within the allowable adjustment ranges; otherwise, the stability of the product
may be impaired (see this section and the "Technical data" section). If you have questions, contact the manu­
facturer's service (see back cover for addresses).
► Only conduct tests in the presence of an assistant.
► Unless expressly described, you may not change any settings with a person sitting in the product.
► Secure the user against falling out during all tests.
► Before testing setting changes with the user seated, firmly tighten all screw connections.
► Check for safe function before delivering the product.
CAUTION
Unsecured screw connections
Pinching, crushing, tipping over, falling of user due to assembly errors
► Always firmly re-tighten the mounting screws and nuts after changing settings. Observe the specified torques
in doing so.
► Any time you loosen a screw connection with thread lock, replace it with a new screw connection with thread
lock or secure the old screw connection with medium strength thread locker (e.g. Loctite 241).
► Always replace self-locking screws and nuts with new self-locking screws and nuts after disassembly.
Adjustments to match the concrete physical and mental condition of the user should always be made in the user's
presence.
All parts of the product should be cleaned thoroughly before adjustments are made.
The tools required for adjustments and maintenance tasks as well as the torque values for screw connections are
listed in the section "Appendices" (see Page 26).

6.2 Adjusting the drive wheels

WARNING
Lack of fine adjustment of the drive wheels
Tipping over, falling of the user due to incorrect adjustment
► Check the standard adjustments of the wheelchair for stability against tipping and function of the drive
wheels. Avoid any extreme settings.
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