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5 USAGE 5.17 Recliner Operation ƽ WARNING NEVER operate the wheelchair while in any recline position over 105° relative to the seat frame. If the limit switch does not stop the wheelchair from operating in a recline position greater than 105° relative to the seat frame, DO NOT operate the wheelchair. Have the limit switch adjusted by a qualified technician. Both gas cylinders MUST be operational and adjusted properly BEFORE using the recliner. DO NOT operate the recliner option if only one of the gas cylinders is operational or adjusted properly. TO HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS/ASSISTANTS: Make sure the occupant of the wheelchair is properly positioned. When returning the occupant of the wheelchair to the full upright position, more body strength will be required for approximately the last twenty degrees of incline (reverse recline). Make sure to use proper body mechanics (use your legs) or seek assistance if necessary to avoid injury. 1. Make sure the wheelchair is on a level surface. 2. Inform the occupant of the wheelchair that the wheelchair is about to be reclined. 3. Stand behind the wheelchair and grasp both back canes firmly. 4. Pull up on the handles of the recliner cable assemblies to release the gas cylinders. 5. Slowly, push down on the back canes while squeezing the handles of the recliner cable assemblies in a continuous motion. 6. When the back reaches the desired angle, slowly let go of the handles of the recliner cable assemblies. 7. To return the back to the full upright position, reverse the above steps keeping in mind proper body mechanics. Handle Invacare® Formula™ CG Seating FIGURE 22 Recliner Operation 62 Part No 1143155

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5
USAGE
Invacare® Formula™ CG Seating
62
Part No 1143155
5.17
Recliner Operation
1.
Make sure the wheelchair is on a level surface.
2.
Inform the occupant of the wheelchair that the wheelchair is about
to be reclined.
3.
Stand behind the wheelchair and grasp both back canes firmly.
4.
Pull up on the handles of the recliner cable assemblies to release the
gas cylinders.
5.
Slowly, push down on the back canes while squeezing the handles
of the recliner cable assemblies in a continuous motion.
6.
When the back reaches the desired angle, slowly let go of the
handles of the recliner cable assemblies.
7.
To return the back to the full upright position, reverse the above
steps keeping in mind proper body mechanics.
FIGURE 22
Recliner Operation
±
WARNING
NEVER operate the wheelchair while in any recline position over 105°
relative to the seat frame. If the limit switch does not
stop the wheelchair from operating in a recline position greater than 105°
relative to the seat frame, DO NOT operate the
wheelchair. Have the limit switch adjusted
by a qualified technician.
Both gas cylinders MUST be operational and adjusted properly BEFORE using the recliner. DO NOT operate the recliner
option if only one of the gas cylinders is operational or adjusted properly.
TO HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS/ASSISTANTS:
Make sure the occupant of the wheelchair is properly positioned.
When returning the occupant of the wheelchair to the full upright position, more body strength will be required for
approximately the last twenty degrees of incline (reverse recline). Make sure to use proper body mechanics (use your legs)
or seek assistance if necessary to avoid injury.
Handle