What do they mean by removable arms ? Can we use the chair without the arms or does that make the chair less "secure" ? Thanks
276682
The arms do not need to be attached, this does not make the chair any less sturdy. It just gives the person using it an option.
276683
If you don't like the arms, they can be removed. Mom uses hers with the arms because it is easier for her to get out of. She needs the arms to push off of to get out of the chair.
276684
Hi, I use the chair with only 1 arm for ease of tub use. The chair is very stable with out the arms. One issue is that when you leave the arm out you need to get a pipe plug or rubber chair leg cover to put on the openings that the arm fits in because the edges are a little sharp without the arm in place.
276685
You can use the chair without the arms to give more room for those who are wider. As for secure it depends on the person if they can manage without the arms. Otherwise the chair is stable without the airs.
276686
Secure. without arms. we removed just the outer arm so that we can sit down f rom outside the tub and safely swing in your legs while seated. WORKS GREAT! PS... We just stored the extra arm upside down in the same brackets.
276687
The arms are snapped into place with snap buttons and are NOT required for the integrity of the chair. The arms, if taken off, would not be available for support of the individual going into or out of the chair. If that support is available elsewhere such as handles in the shower, then no problem. The chair is very stable without the arms.
1456372
The arms raise up and down but not removeable. I would suggest just don't put them on while assembing the chair. I am a 61-year-old female and I put the chair together alone without much difficulty although the assembly instructions are confusing.
1062131
Scott P. should be informed that the chair is not returnable once it is assembled. I was informed of this policy after assembling the chair and discovering that the back was not adjustable to a comfortable position. So we gave the chair to GoodWill -- never able to use it. I'm sorry I don't know if the arms can be left off. I would think probably so, but the larger issue for me and my husband was that the chair was not comfortable to sit on at all.
444301
Hi, The arms can be omitted with no detriment to the style or function of the chair.
287778
given the nature of the seat on the sliding and swiveling mechanics, there is no accommodation for an additional arm. An option would be to get creative with something that would fit over the horizontal bars that could be put into place once the chair was in position next to the fixed arm rail. hope this helps
123394
Yes, the arms can be easily removed. But, taking an arm off requires removal of one bolt. The bolt is easily accessible. The front of the arm piece is released by pressing a lever. This allows the arm assembly to swing behind the chair. Now remove the bolt holding the rear of the arm, and the whole arm assembly comes off. I don't know the bolt thread. Looks like it may be 1/4-20.
1235058
Yes, they are. In fact, this was a slight problem for us because we did not at first realize that they were removable and they popped off when we were lifting the chair (it's better not to lift by the arms).
1822667
The arms are attached to the bottom of the chair, so I believe they can be left off.
339265
I'm guessing that you mean "legrests", as opposed to armrests? I never remove the armrests, though it seems that they can be pulled up and out, if desired. The legrests can just be folded outward (each one has a simple latch) for patient transfer, but I typically remove them (easy), because they can otherwise flap about while I'm folding the wheelchair and placing it into the trunk of the car.
237824
I never had any problem or even thought about it until the question arose, so I went out and tried to see how it worked for me. I back up to the chair from the side (either one) with the back of one leg close to the armrest and grab the armrest with the closest hand. Then I grab the frame of the chair with the other hand close to the back of my other leg. While holding the chair against both legs I then proceed to sit with no problems, and simply swing into a reclining position. Then I reverse the procedure to exit the chair. Hope this helps!
1802015
Yes, there are three screws attaching each arm on the underside of the chair. You could just as easily leave these off.
2160999
Technically yes they are removable..they are held in with screws underneath , however I imagine it would make it kind of awkward without that section of the arm rest.
248665
Yes, the back is removable. You can take it out or replace it very easily. But, when it has been inserted it is very secure and would not fall out without using two hands and more than just a little effort to pull it out. I am a large person and I have no trouble with the chair.
137301
I do not believe the arms are removable as they are shipped already attached. If I'm not mistaken, I think the arms is one piece giving support to the back of the chair. (I purchased as a gift & they are not currently in my home) Hope this helps you out.
2249566
No... I had planned to use this chair without the arms and had to put them on because the back of the chair was very shakie without them. I LOVE this chair though
1686412
I suppose you could put it together without the arms? I find the chair comfortable, in contrast to what others have said. No forward tipping at all.
512528
I do not think so. I think the arms are important for stabilizing the chair back.