E&J 3E01-INS-LAB-REVB08 manual Front Rigging, Footrest-detachable, swingaway Remove footrest

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Front Rigging

Footrest—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 footrest

1.To release lock, pull swinga- way release lever forward, toward front of wheelchair. Footrest will swing outward.

2.To remove, lift footrest straight up off wheelchair hinge pins.

Attach footrest

1.Set footrest on wheelchair (so that footrest hinge plates engage wheelchair hinge pins).

2.Swing footrest inward.

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

hinge plate

swingaway release lever

remove footrest

(left shown)

WARNING: Ensure that footrests are locked in place before oc- cupying or operating wheelchair.

3E01-INS-LAB-RevB08, December 2008 • Traveler SE Owner’s Manual

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Contents Manual Wheelchair Contents Introduction Page Important safety precautions Page Page Getting started Handling tips BalanceTransfer Activities Reaching / bending Forward or sidewardBackward Ramps And Inclines AscentDescent Curbs and steps Rear wheels & casters AdjustmentsInstall arm ArmsRemove arm Front Rigging Footrest-detachable, swingaway Remove footrestAttach footrest Loosen knob to free footplate extension inside hanger Adjust footplate extension length 1. See picture at rightWard Attach elevating legrestAdjust legrest elevation Adjust elevating legrest panel positionAdjust legrest footplate extension length Tighten crossbraces CrossbracesWheel locks Adjust wheel locksTransporting the Traveler SE Reassembly Do-it-yourself maintenance MaintenanceGeneral care List of toolsCheck anti-tippers optional Check tire wearCheck handrims Check wheel lock engagementCheck backposts / push handles Check rear wheel adjustmentCheck upholstery Check armsCheck wheel bearings Cleaning your Traveler SECheck footrests & elevating legrests Check castersSymptom TroubleshootingTraveler SE Manual Wheelchair Limited warrantyPage Index