UI HydroFlex. iss4 01/11
UI HydroFlex. iss4 01/11
BAR lever hidden under push bar valance.
1f. Back Angle Recline
Manual & Pro-control
A small lever located on the centre of the push bar
controls Back Angle Recline. This lever is hidden by a
valance cover to prevent the BAR being accidentally
activated. As mentioned above, BAR has a fundamental
affect on seating position and must only be adjusted by
those who understand how to achieve a good sitting
posture.
To adjust the back angle recline, undo the valance from
the underside of the push bar to reveal the small BAR
lever. Squeeze the lever gently to unlock the gas action
controlling BAR and allow the back to be tilted to the
required angle. When the client is in a comfortable
position, let go of the lever and the back angle will
lock in position. Re-position the valance cover to hide
the BAR lever.
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1g. Articulating Back
The Articulating Back allows for pro
fi
ling of the back
to accommodate kyphosis and more complex head
positioning issues. The top section of the chair back can
be angled through a range of 35° forward of its upright
position in 5 indexed steps.
Leg Elevation, where knee angle can be adjusted.
3. Day to Day Use
3a. Brakes
Brake lever on rear castor.
Before transferring in and out of the chair the brakes on
the castors should be activated. The castors have a full
brake which locks roll and swivel. Always ensure that at
least two of the castor brakes are applied before a client
transfers in or out of the chair.
To apply the brakes begin by generally positioning the
chair. Once the chair is in the desired position push it
forward slightly. This will swing the rear castors around
to reveal the brake levers. Press down the end of the
levers to lock the brakes. To release the brakes, gently
kick the top of the brake lever so that it clicks
fl
at.
Do not attempt to push the
chair with the brakes applied as
this can damage the castors and
stress the frame of the chair.
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Undo the locking wheel
fi
rst...
There is a two stage adjustment to the Articualting
Back mechanism. Firstly, the locking wheel needs to be
released. This is located on the right side of the back
frame where the push bar is attached to the back frame.
Turn the locking wheel through two complete turns to
free the mechanism.
The second stage is to pull out the indexing pin on
the left side of the back frame. The top section of the
back can now be angled. Once in position to support
the client’s head and shoulders, release the indexing pin
and feel for it clicking into place. Re-tighten the locking
wheel to eliminate any wobble in the mechanism.
1g. Articulating Back
...& pull out the indexer on the left to adjust angle.
