Retractable Fork Mechanism - Physipro SPIRAL Owner's Manual

Owners manual

3.10 Retractable fork mechanism :

The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair can be optionally equipped with tilting rear caster. This
mechanism makes it possible to overcome obstacles of a maximum height of 5" (12,7 cm).
Overcoming obstacles :
1. Tilt the wheelchair horizontally for safety
reasons (See section: 3.4);
2. Lift the rear of the Spiral base by the
handles to remove the weight of the
occupant from the rear casters;
3. Unlock the mechanism by gently pressing
on the belt;
4. Swing the Spiral base back to release the
front casters;
5. Move the base towards the obstacle to be
crossed;
6. Press the front wheels onto the obstacle,
then tilt the Spiral base forward;
7. Lift the back of the Spiral base by the
handles to clear the obstacle;
8. Confirm that the tilting rear caster
mechanism will return to its locked initial
position before continuing to travel with
the Spiral wheelchair;
Improper use of the tilting rear caster mechanism may make the Spiral positioning base
unstable. Use this mechanism in the presence of a qualified professional. Failure to comply
with this notice may have serious consequences for the safety of users and individuals in
contact with the wheelchair and discharge Physipro of all responsabilities.
Figure 17 : Procedure to overcome obstacles
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