4.3
APPLYING THE BRAKES
The central braking system locks all four wheels. To engage the brakes, go to any
corner of the chassis and press the red side of pedal down approximately 45° to
lock. After applying the brakes, try to lightly push the chair, it should not roll. If it
does, remove the patient and discontinue using the chair until maintenance can be
performed.
WARNING
Failure to make sure the chair does not roll with the brakes engaged could result in per
sonal injury or equipment damage.
WARNING
Failure to engage the brakes when the chair is unattended could result in personal injury
or equipment damage.
4.4
ADJUSTING THE ARMREST
The armrest function as guardrails to prevent the patient from falling when the chair is in
the prone position. They also function as the supports for the patients upper body when in
a sitting position. After adjusting the armrest make sure the armrest is ?rmily locked in
place.
WARNING
SIDE RAILS NEED TO BE IN UP POSITION ANY TIME A PATIENT IS IN CHAIR.
