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DAESSY Mounting System
Frame Clamps for Wheelchair Mounting
Frame Clamp Outer Pieces
Note: The correct outer piece for any standard mount is included implicitly in a standard order, and does not need to be specified separately in an order. Outer pieces may be ordered as separate components, for example, to replace assessment kit components or for retrofitting of existing mounts.
The Frame Clamp Outer Piece supports the Vertical or Side Tube of a DAESSY Mounting Assembly. The style of the Frame Clamp Outer Piece is determined by the choice of mounting assembly. Frame Clamp Outer Pieces fall into three general categories: Standard, Rear Folding, and Removable. In addition to the Outer Piece, some mounts will require a matching Index Clamp that controls the position of the Vertical Tube.
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Standard Outer Pieces for Standard Mounts
Frame Clamp Outer Piece (UFCOP) and Index Clamp (IC1)
The Frame Clamp Outer Piece (UFCOP) used with the DAESSY Rigid Mount (DRM1) and the DAESSY Folding Mount (DFM2) has one face machined with circular grooves to complement a Frame Clamp Inner Piece. An axial hole provides access to the Swivel Clamp holding the UFCOP to inner components of the Frame Clamp Assembly. A diametric hole through the UFCOP hold the Vertical Tube. Adjacent to the Vertical Tube hole is an Index Pin that fits in any of the holes in the Index Clamp IC1 to prevent the Vertical Tube rotating. The three holes in the Index Clamp allow the DAESSY Rigid Mount (DRM1) to be lifted slightly up, rotated away from the user and re-set in a position that allows access to the user.
Locking Swing-Away Outer Piece (LSAOP) and Index Clamp (ICLSA)
The Locking Swing-Away Outer Piece (LSAOP) has a hole for the Vertical Tube of the mount and three holes with tapered plastic inserts for the Locking Pin of the Locking Swing-Away Index Clamp (ICLSA). A face on the side of the LSAOP is machined with circular grooves to attach to the OP end of an Offset Link (O3L). The threaded end of a Swivel Clamp is retained in the center of the grooved face. The Locking Pin of the ICLSA, when located into any of the holes of the Locking Swing-Away Outer Piece, prevents the Vertical Tube rotating. The Cable Release disengages the Locking Pin to permit the mount to be swung away.
Rear Folding Outer Pieces
Rear Folding Adapter and Tube Mount (RFA+RTHTM)
The Side Tube of the DAESSY Rear Folding Mount is held in a Tube Mount (RTHTM) bolted to the outer side of the Rear Folding Adapter (RFA). The inner side of the RFA is machined with circular grooves to mate with the inner components of the Frame Clamp Assembly, and a central hole to hold the unthreaded end of a Swivel Clamp. In a standard configuration the Side Tube is permanently attached to the wheelchair. The Rear Folding Adapter can be adapted for quick removal from the wheelchair with the addition of a Removable Frame Clamp Assembly
Lockable Rear Folding Adapter and Tube Mount with Offset Link and Lock Mechanism (LRFA+RTHTM+O3L(L/R))
The Side Tube of the DAESSY Lockable Rear Folding Mount is held in a Tube Mount (RTHTM) bolted to the outer side of the Locking Rear Folding Adapter (LRFA). The inner side of the LRFA is machined with circular grooves to mate with an Offset Link (O3L), or with other Frame Clamp components. Two threaded boltholes in the center of the grooved face receive the bolts of the Swivel Clamp connecting the LRFA to the inner components of the Frame Clamp Assembly; usually an Offset Link is installed here. A blue Lock Mechanism on the upper end of the LRFA locks the Side Tube in place so that it cannot rotate at the LRFA. In a standard configuration the Side Tube is permanently attached to the wheelchair. The LRFA can be adapted for quick removal from the wheelchair with the addition of a Removable Frame Clamp Assembly
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Removable Outer Pieces
Removable Outer Pieces perform two functions:
- Adaptation for use on tilting seat systems
- Easy removal from the wheelchair.
Removable Outer Piece and Receiver (ROP+RFCR)
The Removable Outer Piece and Receiver (ROP-RFCR) replace the Frame Clamp Outer Piece (UFCOP) and Index Clamp (IC1) in supporting the Vertical Tube on the DAESSY Rigid Mount ROP Version (DRM1ROP) and DAESSY Folding Mount ROP Version (DFM2ROP).
One face of the Removable Frame Clamp Receiver (RFCR) is machined with circular grooves to match with the inner components of the Frame Clamp Assembly. An axial hole through the RFCR holds the unthreaded end of a Swivel Clamp. A blue Locking Knob used to secure the Removable Outer Piece (ROP).
The Removable Outer Piece (ROP) slides on to the Vertical Tube and provides height adjustment. A slotted face fits into the Removable Frame Clamp Receiver. When installed and locked into position the ROP-RFCR provides a secure attachment for use on tilting seat systems.
The ROP Versions of the DAESSY Rigid Mount and DAESSY Folding Mount cannot be lifted slightly to swing away, and must be removed completely to gain access to the user.
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Removable Frame Clamp Assembly for Rear Folding Mounts (RFCI+RFCR)
The Removable Frame Clamp Assembly (RFCI-RFCR) can be added into the Frame Clamp of a DAESSY Rear Folding Mount DRFM6 or the DAESSY Lockable Rear Folding Mount DLRFM8 to enable easy removal of the mount from the wheelchair. The RFCI and RFCR are additional components and do not replace any of the standard parts.
One face of the Removable Frame Clamp Receiver (RFCR) is machined with circular grooves to match with the inner components of the Frame Clamp Assembly. An axial hole through the RFCR holds the unthreaded end of a Swivel Clamp. A blue Locking Knob used to secure the Removable Frame Clamp Insert (RFCI), which is connected to the inner face of the Rear Folding Adapter (RFA or LRFA). The Removable Frame Clamp Receiver may be positioned on any angle; it is not necessary for the Locking Knob to be on the topside of the Frame Clamp.
Adding the Removable Frame Clamp Assembly to a DRFM6 or DLRFM8 will move the Rear Folding Adapter and Side Tube a further 1 3/4" away from the side of the wheelchair.
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