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ARMREST
All Guardian Escort Armrests come with our exclusive 3-point mounting system. This unique
design increases the lateral stability of the arm and makes the attachment/detachment
quick, easy and trouble free.
Armrest Styles
There are three types of armrests available: Standard Desk, Traditional Desk and Full.
Standard Desk: This armrest utilizes a shorter length armpad (approximately 10 3/4" long)
and sloped front tube to allow the user to pull closer to tables and work surfaces.
Traditional Desk: Our Desk armrest provides user with a more "traditional" design that
keeps the armpad short for table access but provides a horizontal transfer point at the front
of the armrest for individuals needing additional support.
Full: These arms extend approximately 15" in length providing the maximum support for
the arms/upper trunk.
Armrest Latching Mechanism (Fig 8)
Our armrest latching mechanism utilizes a simple, easy-to-identify flip-up/down type latch.
• When the latch is flipped “up”, the armrest remains in a “locked” position.
• Pressing the latch “down” releases the armrest for removal.
NOTE– If the armrest becomes difficult to attach, check the latching mechanism to ensure that the
latch is not engaged in a “locked” or “up” position.
CAUTION– Neither the side-guards or armrests should be used to lift or carry the wheelchair at any
time. Failure to do so could result in irreparable damage and/or injury.
STEP TUBES (Fig 9)
Step Tubes are intended for use by attendants or caregivers to tip a wheelchair partially
backwards and overcome a stationary obstacle which the caster can't negotiate over.
Step 1: With both hands firmly grasping the push grips, place one foot on either step tube.
Step 2: Apply body weight to the foot resting upon the step tube and simultaneously pull
back on the push grips. The casters should raise off the ground.
Step 3: Carefully negotiate over the obstacle obstructing the caster assembly and slowly
lower the chair back to its regular position.
CAUTION– Only attendants and caregivers of suitable physical strength, balance and coordination
should attempt this procedure. Severe injury to the user or caregiver could result from
improper use or judgment of physical condition if attempted.
CAUTION– Children should NEVER attempt this procedure.
CAUTION– This procedure is intended for overcoming small stationary obstacles such as curbs. Patients
should never be transported over any length of distance in a position where both casters
remain elevated.
CAUTION– Anti-tipping tubes should be removed or swung up out of the way prior to attempting to tip
the chair backwards. Anti-tippers are designed to prevent the chair from tipping backwards.
Figure 9
Step Tube
Figure 8
Armrest Latch