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INSTALLING ULTI-MATE AIR BACK
TO LOWER BACK CANES
(FIGURES 1 AND 2)
1. Unlock levers on cane clamps exposing grooves
completely (FIGURE 1).
2. Hold Ulti-Mate Air Back in front of canes and rest both
back extensions into grooves of cane clamps (FIG-
URE 1).
3. To lock Ulti-Mate Air Back extensions into position,
close levers on cane clamps until they cover the groove
in the Back extension. If they do not, loosen the screws
and align the grooves then retighten (FIGURE 1).
4. To secure lower portion of Ulti-Mate Air Back to back
canes, stand behind wheelchair and locate levers with
black knobs. Push levers inwards then pull them
upwards until one extension on each side retracts
(FIGURE 2).
5. Position Back so curve of retractable extensions hug
canes (FIGURE 2).
6. Lock retractable extensions around canes by push-
ing black knobs down then outwards (FIGURE 2).
NOTE: If distance from lower extensions to canes is too
long or short, unzip the back cover and locate screws that
hold adjustable extension plates in place. Loosen screws
and slide extension plate right or left to adjust position.
Retighten screws (FIGURE 2).
7. When Ulti-Mate Air Back is securely fastened to canes,
transfer client to wheelchair.
Press Button to
Deflate
Squeeze Pump to
Inflate
FIGURE 3 - ACHIEVING CUSTOMIZED FIT
4. To conceal lateral air pumps from view, push them
through slot in cover.
NOTE: Conceal lumbar air pump by placing it into pocket
located at top central portion of Back.
5. You may reposition air pockets. They are attached to
inner shell with hook and loop fasteners and can be
repositioned up, down or sideways. To make adjust-
ments:
a. Remove Ulti-Mate Air Back from wheelchair.
b. Unzip and remove cover (
NOTE: Cover can be
removed without removing hardware.).
c. Lift up foam cushion to make desired adjustments.
d. Reinstall cover.
Adjustable Extension Plates
Wheelchair Cane
LOWER SECTION
Retractable Extension
FIGURE 2 - INSTALLING ULTI-MATE AIR
BACK TO LOWER BACK CANES
Locked Position
Unlocked Position
Lever
USE OF ULTI-MATE AIR BACK
Achieving Customized Fit (FIGURE 3)
1. Ensure Back is at right height to provide client with
desired support. If height adjustments are necessary,
loosen cane clamps and reposition up or down.
2. To achieve a snug lateral fit, locate two (2) air pumps
fastened on either side of Ulti-Mate Air Back. Squeeze
pumps to inflate air pockets contained within each
lateral support.
NOTE: If your Ulti-Mate Air Back contains an optional
lumbar air pocket, squeeze air pump located on
middle portion of Back to inflate. DO NOT over inflate.
3. To deflate air pockets, press small black button
(release valve) located at base of each air pump.
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