Detachable Armrests; Rear Wheels - Invacare Duo Range User Manual

5. Folding Backrest
To fold the backrest of the wheelchair, stand behind
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and simultaneously raise the levers situated at each
side of the backrest frame upright (Fig.30). With the
levers fully up, the backrest is free to fold at the hinge.
To raise the backrest, simply lift until it is upright and
check that the levers have automatically dropped
down into the locked position.
CAUTION - Ensure that the backrest locking
mechanism is located correctly before using your
wheelchair.
Lever

6. Detachable Armrests

The armrests can be removed for easier storage and sideways transfer from
the chair.
Their design also allows a tray (Optional extra) to be fitted.
To remove the armrests - rotate the armrest release lever (projecting outward
under the front of each armrest) upwards and at the same time lift the armrest
out of the sockets (Fig.31).
To replace the armrest - align the front and rear armrest tubes with their
respective sockets and press down on the front of the armrest until the
release lever locks firmly into place.
CAUTION - Ensure that the armrest lock mechanism is located correctly
before using your wheelchair.
Warning - Do not lift chair by armrests.

7. Rear wheels

Wheels
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- The rear wheels are positioned on rear wheel mounting blocks which
determine the rearward stability This position should only be adjusted
by a qualified technician on the advise of the qualified advisor.
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