E&J GF0700137RevA07 manual Elevating legrest-detachable, swingaway

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Elevating legrest—detachable, swingaway

WARNING: The footplates' lowest point should be no closer to the ground than 2 1/2 inches, to permit proper clearance.

WARNING: Do not stand on the footplates; this could cause the wheelchair to tip.

Remove elevating legrest

1.To release lock, pull swingaway release lever forward, toward front of wheelchair. Legrest will swing outward.

2.To remove, lift legrest straight up off wheel- chair hinge pins.

Attach elevating legrest

1.Set legrest on wheel- chair (so that legrest hinge plates engage wheelchair hinge pins).

2.Swing legrest inward.

swingaway release lever

elevating legrest

Remove / attach elevating legrest

3.Ensure that legrest is locked in place and that swingaway release lever is locked in a rearward position, toward back of wheelchair.

WARNING: Ensure that legrests are locked in place before occupying or operating wheelchair.

GF0700137RevA07, September 2007 • Paramount XD Owner’s Manual

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Contents Paramount XD Contents Introduction Page Important safety precautions Page Page Getting started Transfer Activities Handling tipsBalance Backward Reaching / bendingForward or sideward Ramps And Inclines Curbs and steps AscentDescent Rear wheels & casters AdjustmentsAttach arm ArmsRemove arm Attach footrest Front RiggingFootrest-detachable, swingaway Remove footrest Adjust footplate extension length Elevating legrest-detachable, swingaway Adjust legrest footplate extension length Adjust legrest elevationTighten crossbraces Adjust elevating legrest panel positionCrossbraces Wheel locks Adjust wheel locksTransporting the E&J Paramount XD ReassemblyDo-it-yourself maintenance MaintenanceGeneral care List of toolsCheck handrims Check tire wearCheck wheel lock engagement Check anti-tippers optionalCheck upholstery Check rear wheel adjustmentCheck arms Check backposts / push handlesCheck footrests & elevating legrests Cleaning your Paramount XDCheck casters Check wheel bearingsSymptom TroubleshootingPage Paramount XD Manual Wheelchair Limited warrantyPage Index