6 FOOTREST
WARNING
The standard footrest has an open hoop. A footplate cover is recommended for wheelchair users that have leg spasticity or whose feet have a possibility of falling through the footrest hoop. A calf strap is provided with each wheelchair to prevent the feet from slipping backwards off of the footrest. Be sure the calf strap is secure when using the wheelchair.
Adjusting the Footrest
1.Position new/existing footrest to desired height.
2.Tighten the allen screw of the two clamps that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame.
6.2Replacing/Adjusting Optional Adjustable Angle Footrest
Replacing the Footrest
1.Loosen, but DO NOT remove the allen screw of the two clamps that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame.
2.Slide the existing footrest tubes out of the wheelchair frame and install new footrest by reversing this step.
3.Position the new footrest to a determined height.
4.Tighten the allen screw of the two clamps that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame.
5.Adjust the footplate to the desired position. Refer to Adjusting Footplate Angle on page 32 and/or Adjusting Footplate Depth on page 33.
Adjusting Footplate Angle
1.Loosen, but DO NOT remove the two mounting screws and locknuts (not shown) that secure the footplate to the two footrest tubes.
2.Position the footplate to the necessary angle to accommodate the user.
3.Retighten the two mounting screws and locknuts.
The locknuts should lie in the channel of the footplate clamp.
Invacare® Crossfire™T7A Wheelchair | 32 | Part No 1167484 |