Section 5- arms, Using, Section 5—arms – Invacare Lightweight User Manual
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SECTION 5—ARMS
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Lightweight, Standard and Heavy Duty Wheelchairs
SECTION 5—ARMS
ƽ WARNING
After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching
hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur.
Using or Replacing Flip-Back Armrest (Lightweight
Wheelchairs Only)
ƽ WARNING
DO NOT operate or replace flip-back armrest when wheelchair is folded -
otherwise injury or damage may result.
Ensure armrest is securely locked into arm socket and armrest release button locks
into place before using.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.1.
Using
1. Push down on front of armrest to
ensure it is fully seated in front socket.
NOTE: STEP 1 is needed to prevent the release
button from hanging up on the socket.
2. Press in armrest release button located
on armrest front tube.
3. Rotate front of armrest up and out of
arm socket.
NOTE: Armrest can rotate back approximately
90°.
4. To prepare armrest for use, rotate
armrest downward, making sure front
tube of armrest inserts into arm socket.
5. Push armrest down until release button
snaps into arm socket.
6. Ensure armrest is securely locked into
arm socket and armrest release button
locks into place before using.
FIGURE 5.1 Using or Replacing Flip-Back
Armrest (Lightweight Wheelchairs Only)
Armrest
Release Button
(Front or Back
of Armrest
Front Tube)
Armrest
Front Tube
Arm Socket
Armrest
Rear Tube
Armrest Mounting Bracket
Hex Screw
Inside of
Chair
Armrest
Rear Tube
Nut
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