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2.1.3

Footrest Adjustments

Step 3:

Footrest Removal and Refitting

Slide the backcanes up or down to the desired height

To remove the footrest push/pull the release lever and rotate the footrest until it faces

As the backcanes are shifted, the back upholstery will move

outwards. To lift off, pull upwards.

accordingly. There are a number of holes running vertically through

the lower portion of the backcane. These determine how much the

To refit, locate the footrest unit onto the frame lugs (at about 90 degrees to the side of

back height can be raised or lowered.

the frame) and rotate it inwards until the unit locks into place (you will hear a click).

CAUTION:

For safety reasons, in the highest position the top two bolts must still

pass through the square tubing of the frame and the holes running

CAUTION:

The occupant's leg must be supported or resting safely, while

through the round tubing of the backcane.

executing the above adjustments.

Step 4:

Replace the top two bolts on both backcanes.

To adjust footplate height

Replace all washers. Tighten each bolt and nut to a point where firm

but not crushing the frame.

Step 5:

Replace the third lower bolt on both backcanes if they have been

removed.

3.6

REMOVING THE SEAT OR BACK UPHOLSTERY

3.6.1

To remove the back upholstery

2.1.4

Antitip bars for wheelchair

NOTE: For the users safety, these must be fitted.

Figure 3.6.1

Step 3:

Slightly fold the wheelchair by putting fingers under the middle of the

2.2

GETTING IN AND OUT

seat at both front and rear, grasp and give a sharp pull upwards until

the wheelchair is nearly closed.

2.2.1

Getting in

Step 4:

Slide the back upholstery off the backcanes.

Step 1:

Engage both brakes.

Step 5:

A tension adjustable or custom back can now be fitted.

Step 2:

Lift up the footplates and swing footrest to the side.

Step 6:

Once the new back has been fitted slide rubber grip handles back

Step 3:

The user should now lower themselves into the seat using the

onto back canes with a twist and push movement, ensuring they're

armrests as supports (if possible).

placed back in their original position.

Step 4:

Push the footplates back down and re-locate the footrests so that

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Step 1:

To adjust footplate height, use tool

provided to loosen the bolt at the

bottom of the footrest stem.

Step 2:

Adjust to the required height and

retighten.

Step 1:

Remove the rubber grip handles. By

slightly heating them with a hairdryer and

twisting them whilst pulling them off, will

make removing of these easier.

To fit: Depress rear location button on the antitip bar

and slide into rear of frame tube. The front button

Step 2:

Undo the two screws that are located

MUST engage through the hole in the frame. Check

underneath the rubber grip handles at the

antitip is secure by attempting to push backward and

rear of each back cane (see fig. 3.6.1).

forward. Follow these instructions to fit the atnitip bar

on the other side of the wheelchair.

MINOR WHEELCHAIR ADJUSTMENTS

MAINTENANCE

4.1

CLEANING AND TYRE CARE

3.1

ADJUSTING ARMREST HEIGHT

Standard flip-back armrest:

4.1.1

Cleaning

Clean the upholstery with a biological cleaning agent such as is recommended for

The armrest flips back by pressing the release lever located at the front base of the

cleaning kitchen work surfaces. Do not use any propriety cleaning fluids as these may

armrest. After you press the release lever (fig 3.1.1), you can you lift the armrest

damage the upholstery. Clean chrome and painted surfaces with a wax polish spray

backwards.

or simply wipe over with a clean soft duster.

4.1.2

Tyres

The KM8000 manual wheelchair is fitted with a maintenance free castor and 12 ½" x

2 ¼" pneumatic rear tyre (transit wheelchair) or a 24" x 2 ¼" pneumatic rear tyre

(self-propelling wheelchair). It is advisable to check the air pressure of these

components every two weeks. This can be done either at a service station or with a

standard bicycle pump.

4.2

MAINTENANCE CHECKS

Figure 3.1.1

Every week check the following items for damage or excessive wear:

Upholstery and occupant restraints where fitted.

To adjust the height of the armrest, simply pull out the silver bolt located underneath

the armrest pad (see fig 3.1.3) and hold onto it whilst adjusting the height of the

Every month examine the following items for effective operation e.g. damage and

armrest. Release sliver bolt once desired height is achieved to securely lock armrest

general wear and tear:

back in place (see fig 3.1.4).

Seat and backrest cushions

Armrest latch lever and clamp handle

Armrest pads

Brakes

Antitippers

Castors for free rotation of castor wheel and castor unit

Tyre tread depth

For repairs, please contact your service contractor.

Figure 3.1.3

3.2

QUICK RELEASE REAL WHEELS

3.2.1

To remove rear wheel ensure the brake is off.

Step 1:

Support the weight of the

wheelchair with one hand by

holding the push handle.

Step 2:

Push the hub cover and hold

Figure 3.1.2

Figure 3.1.4

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Figure 3.2

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