Power Articulating Legrest (ALR)
Fitting | WARNING |
Follow the instructions for the fitting and removal of footrests as stated on page 20.
For the adjustment of the leg angle press the mode button on the controller until the chair option is illuminated. Move the control lever to the left or right until the footrest option is illuminated. Move the joystick up or down to adjust the legrest until in a suitable position.
In addition to the footrest fitting instructions please ensure that the power lead shown in fig is removed and refitted along with the ALR - see fig 23 below.
Fig. 23
Cleaning Instructions
Footrest and calfpad - Clean with a damp soapy cloth.
Paintwork - Clean with a damp, soapy cloth.
Make sure that the legrest is completely dry before using.
The use of an ALR can affect the stability of the chair. Be especially careful when riding up or down slopes.
With the leg in an elevated position it is more likely that you could injure the leg on obstacles in the environment. Make sure that you are aware of your terrain and be cautious when driving the chair that your leg cannot impact on anything around you.
Do not drive your chair too close to any source of open flame. With your leg in an elevated position you may not know that the bottom of the footplate is getting hot.
Do not hang items from the legrest, or allow anyone to stand on the legrest with it in the elevated or
Make sure that the Power lead to theALR’s are free of all mechanisms to ensure that it does not get trapped and can be pulled out. If this happens the ALR will stop operating and you may be trapped in the chair
Inspect the legrest, footplate, calfpad and heel loop regularly for signs of damage or wear. Damage to the legrest could result in the users leg being dropped and could cause injury.
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