Adjustments
Headrest
– The headrest on this commode is referred to as an “X” headrest
and the smaller end of the “X” is at the bottom to support the neck where it
meets the back of the skull.
The arms of this style of headrest can be flexed in
or out as needed by simply pulling them apart or
squeezing them together to provide more control
or more freedom as needed.
The angle of the headrest can also be adjusted by
loosening the three allen screws (1) holding the
horizontal support tube (2), pivoting the head rest
to the desired position and re-tightening the allen
screws.
Anti-Tippers –
The anti- tippers are required to prevent the
commode from tipping backwards when it is tilted back or when the
user is self-propelling with the optional 24” wheels.
They can be flipped up or removed when necessary to clear obstacles
but should be in place as often as possible to prevent accidental
tipping of the commode.
Tilt Mechanism Cables –
The cables (1)
that allow the chair to tilt may over time
stretch. This
is normal and can be adjusted by loosing the
lock nut (2), turning the adjustment screw
(3) counter-clockwise and re-tightening the
lock nut.
When adjusted properly the distance
between the strut release lever (5) and the
cable anchor (6) should be 1”.
If the chair angle cannot be changed when
the tilt lever (4) is depressed the cause is
usually stretched cables. If the chair will not
lock at any angle the cables are likely adjusted too tight.
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