V. SET UP & USE OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR
N. Folding and Unfolding Chair
WARNING: Avoid pushing on parts other than the red lockout tab and footpad during the folding
process. Pushing on parts other than the red lockout tab and footpad can cause pinch points in
the moving crossing braces. Pinch points can result in injury.
1. Folding Your Chair
a. Ensure wheel locks are engaged.
b. Removal of hangers is optional, but suggested (footplates will restrict minimum fold
width).
c. Always remove O2 tanks, IV poles and accessories and store appropriately.
d. Push red lockout tab (Fig. 22:B) down and push forward to begin the folding process of
the upper cross brace (Fig. 22:A).
e. Push on the red footpad (Fig. 23:A) found on the rear lower crossbrace (Fig. 23:B) with
your foot to begin the folding process of the lower crossbrace.
Fig. 22
Fig. 23
A
A
B
B
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