Draw Cord
Hex Bolts and
Wheelchair
Frame
Lower Crossbrace Saddle
FIGURE 8.5 Changing Seat Width - Folding Frames without Seat Rails
Rigid Frames
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.6 on page 84.
1. Remove the existing back upholstery from the wheelchair if so equipped. Refer to
Replacing Standard Back Upholstery on page 63.
2. Remove the existing seating system from the wheelchair if so equipped.
NOTE: If a seating system is being used on the wheelchair, refer to the seating system Owner's
Manual for installation and removal.
3. Remove the six hex screws and washers that secure the three existing rigid
crossmembers to the wheelchair frame.
4. Install the new crossmembers onto the wheelchair by reversing STEP 3. Refer to
FIGURE 8.6 for correct hardware orientation.
5. Install the new seating system onto the wheelchair.
NOTE: If a seating system is being used on the wheelchair, refer to the seating system Owner's
Manual for installation and removal.
Part No 1127114
Seat Width Holes
Locknuts
Locknuts
Self-Tapping
Screw and
Lower Crossbrace
Washer
Hex Screw
Note orientation of hex screws,
bushing, washers and locknut for
installation of new crossbraces
Crossbrace
Saddle
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SECTION 8—SEAT
Hex Screw
Crossbrace Pivot
Bracket
Locknuts
Crossbrace
Compass™XE and Allegro®