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Mobility Base (Kids FAST)
The Kids FAST Wheelchair can be folded into a com- pact position that is ideal for transport and storage. The mobility base will fold with or without the shell assem- bly installed. Folding action may be limited by posi- tioning equipment.
WARNING! Do not fold or unfold the mobility base with the child in the wheelchair.
WARNING! Never place a child in an
unfolded wheelchair without confirming that the folding triggers are latched.
WARNING! When transporting the wheelchair in the unfolded position, ensure that both the mobility base and the shell assembly are secured. The shell assembly can detach from the mobility base when folded.
To fold the mobility base:
1.Adjust the handlebar fully downward, and fold the seatback fully forward.
2.Tilt the seat base fully downward.
3.Pull the folding triggers rearward until they are free from the plate latches. See figure 12.
4.Push the push handle forward and down over the seatback.
5.Remove the rear wheels as necessary for transport or storage.
To unfold the mobility base:
1.Reinstall the rear wheels, if removed, and engage the attendant wheel locks.
2.Pull the push handle upward and rearward until the folding triggers engage in the plate latches.
3.Ensure the folding triggers are engaged in the plate latches by confirming that the rear surface of the folding trigger is flush with the trigger stop. See figure 13.
FOLDING TRIGGER
PLATE LATCH
Figure 12. The Kids FAST Trigger and Plate Latch
TRIGGER STOP |
FOLDING TRIGGER |
Figure 13. The Kids FAST Folding Trigger Stop
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