V . C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T S
ACTIVE Motion
The ACTIVE Motion on Kids UP Series Wheelchairs allows the child to flex or extend limbs in the wheel- chair while maintaining proper pelvic positioning and therapeutic support. See figures 47 and 48.
Before enabling the ACTIVE Motion, verify the fol- |
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lowing: |
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Hip angle adjustment pins are fully engaged. |
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ROCK 2 and ROCK 3). |
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Rear wheels are stable. |
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Wheel locks are engaged. |
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Wheelchair is on a flat surface. | Figure 47. ACTIVE Motion (Kids FAST) |
Area around wheelchair and child is clean. |
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Child is not left unattended. |
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PROHIBITED! When ACTIVE motion is |
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enabled, do not adjust the hip angle or |
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tilt of the wheelchair. |
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To enable ACTIVE Motion:
1.If leg motion is desired, slide the triangular plate (near the child’s knee) toward the front of the wheelchair to depress the button on the triangular plate. Lock the triangular plate by pressing down on its top. Repeat on other side. See figure 49.
WARNING! Ensure the child’s fingers are away from the triangular plates before making adjustments to them. The child’s fingers may be pinched.
2.Rotate the ACTIVE handle lever into the ON position. The child may start moving at this point.
See figures 50 and 51.
To disable ACTIVE Motion:
1.Use the handlebar to hold the wheelchair in the down position and disengage the ACTIVE handle lever to lock the ACTIVE Motion.
2.Press forward slightly on the handlebar to lock completely.
3.If leg motion was activated, disable it by lifting the triangular plate then sliding it toward the rear of the wheelchair. Repeat on other side.
WARNING! Ensure the child’s fingers are away from the triangular plates before making adjustments to them. The child’s fingers may be pinched.
Figure 48. ACTIVE Motion (Kids ROCK 2 and ROCK 3)
Figure 49. ACTIVE Leg Rests
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