SECTION 5—ARMS

SECTION 5—ARMS

WARNING

After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - otherwise, injury or damage may result.

DO NOT attempt to lift or tilt a wheelchair by using any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair.

Using/Adjusting Dual Point Arms

WARNING

Make sure the locking mechanism is secured before using the wheelchair.

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.1 on page 41.

Installing Armrest

1.Unlock armrest assembly by flipping the arm assembly release lever located on the side rail to the up (horizontal) position as shown in Detail “A”.

NOTE: Armrest locks MUST be in the unlocked position when placing arm into the arm sockets.

2.Install armrest assembly into the arm sockets.

3.When installed, lock the armrest assembly by pressing the release lever into the down (vertical) position as shown in Detail “A”.

4.Repeat STEPS 1-3 for the opposite side of the wheelchair.

5.If necessary, adjust the armrest height. Refer to Adjusting Armrest on page 40.

Removing Armrest

1.Unlock armrest assembly by flipping the arm assembly release lever located on the side rail to the up (horizontal) position as shown in Detail “A”.

2.Pull up on the armrest assembly to remove the armrest from the arm socket.

3.Repeat STEPS 1-2 for opposite side of wheelchair, if necessary.

Adjusting Armrest

1.Unlock the armrest assembly by flipping the armrest release lever on the top front of the arm to the up (horizontal) position as shown in Detail “A”.

2.Adjust armrest assembly to desired height.

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Invacare PH904A, PHW93 manual Using/Adjusting Dual Point Arms, Installing Armrest, Removing Armrest, Adjusting Armrest