SECTION
WARNING
STANDARD AND SUSPENSION CAMBER CLAMPS - Make sure the hex screws are securely tightened before using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may occur.
3. Close the camber clamp. Refer to Opening/Closing Camber Clamps on page 39.
NOTE: Rear wheels are removed from the | Axle Tube - Rotates Up and Down | |
drawings for clarity, there is no need to remove | ||
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rear wheels from the wheelchair during |
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adjustment. |
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NOTE: FIGURE 5.11 shows one example of |
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how the adjustment rings can be positioned. |
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Stop - Not touching | Stop - In position for one | |
camber clamp | camber, touching camber clamp | |
Adjustment Ring | Adjustment Ring | |
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Camber Clamp | Camber Clamp | |
Stop - In position for one |
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camber, touching | Adjustment Ring | |
camber clamp | ||
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Adjustment Ring | Stop - Not touching | |
camber clamp | ||
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FIGURE 5.11 Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out - A4 Camber System - Fine Adjustment
Adjusting Wheelbase Length (Adjusting Center of Gravity)
WARNING
ALWAYS perform this procedure in the presence of an assistant. The position of the footrest, camber tube, back angle, the tautness of the back upholstery as well as the user's condition are directly related to the wheelchairs stability. Any change to one or any combination of the five may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability. Use EXTREME caution when using a new seating position. The addition of
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.12.
Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs | 46 | Part No 1114851 |