R Healthcare
Modular
User Guide
Page
8
August 2013 Revision E
www.rhealthcare.co.uk
1.3
Footrests
The
R Healthcare
Modular
Wheelchair has detachable
footrests.
These can also be pivoted round
during side transfer, or close up
manoeuvres.
To detach the footrests, remove the
retainer and release the footrest
latch.
The footrest can then be lifted off the
pivot pins. If the footrests are to be
left on when carrying the wheelchair
in a car, the retainer should be
replaced.
Remember to fully engage the locking latch after
replacing the footrest.
Both the height and the angle of footrests on the R
Healthcare Modular Wheelchair are adjustable.
The angle of the footplate is adjusted by a jacking
screw at the base of the stem.
The height is adjustable by a clamp screw at the end of
the pivoting footrest frame bracket.
Footrests settings are important.
A correctly set footrest height will help to spread the
load of the occupant weight, easing pressure, and
improving seating comfort.
The most comfortable seating position is usually
obtained when the thighs are horizontal and the hips
and knees are at right angles.
If in doubt about footrest settings contact the Approved Distributor.
