15.3 Inspection | Section 15 Page 2 of 2 |
Check heel loop for security. Nuts should be tightened to 10 lbs/ft (13 Nm).
Check pivot bolt for wear.
Check calf pad for wear/damage.
Check adjustment rod for bending.
Check footplate maintains set position.
15.4 Elevating Legrest Removal
Remove the footrest assembly from the wheelchair by lifting and rotating the hanger section. Release stem clamp and withdraw footplate and stem.
Release nuts securing calf pad and remove.
Release pivot bolt and separate elevating section from swivelling section. Remove rubber end cap from adjustment rod, and holding trigger withdraw rod.
15.5 Elevating Legrest Fitting
Assemble elevating section to swivelling section. Use new pivot bolt, if necessary.
Slide adjustment rod through bracket and trigger ensuring spring is positioned to force trigger forward. Replace rubber end cap.
Assemble calf pad to bracket. Tighten nuts to 10 lbs/ft (13 Nm).
Insert footplate stem into tube and tighten clamp to 35 lbs/ft (47 Nm).
Apply light grease to swivelling end and insert into castor tube.
Ensure no grease/oil on adjustment rod or it will cause slippage.