Operation; Adjustment Options; Backrest - Ottobock Skippi Gebrauchsanweisung

Operation

INFORMATION
Avoid parking the wheelchair outdoors whenever possible.
The tyres should be replaced at least every 2 years regard-
less of wear and tear.
INFORMATION
Remove the fuses for shipping or when the power wheel-
chair is not being used for an extended period of time.
6 Operation
6.1

Adjustment Options

CAUTION
Risk of accidents due to unsecured screw connections.
When screw connection with thread locks are loosened,
they must be replaced with new thread locks or secured
with a medium-strength liquid thread lock substance (e.g.
EuroLock A24.20).
After the power wheelchair has been adjusted or readjust-
ed, the attachment screws and/or nuts must be re-tight-
ened firmly. Observe any torque settings which may be
specified.
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Various adjustments can be made to the power wheelchair.
The seat width as well as the seat and back position are set
according to the customer order and may only be changed
by a specialist dealer.
The following items can be adapted by the user:
„ Back angle
„ Seat angle
„ Armrest height
„ Armrest position
„ Lower leg length (seat depth)
The footrests and side panels can be removed if necessary.
The user can make all adjustment options using the optional
available toolkit or by hand.
The Skippi power wheelchair for children can be disassem-
bled easily by an attendant (see chapter 5.2).

6.1.1 Backrest

The backrest can be set to four different angles by pulling
the release strap (bottom of the backrest, Fig. 15).
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