Tall upper body

- Shape up in Cross 5 and Cross 6

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Etac Cross 5 and Cross 6, can be set up for both taller or shorter users with different body shapes.

The majority of users will use the standard back support. Using the standard back support, the 3A-back support can be adjusted in height from 32 cm to 45 cm. And with the Back extension 3A you can get as high as 51 cm. 

Once the desired back height is adjusted and set, the fine tuning of the strap back can be done, and any accessories to support and shape up the posture can be added.

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A user with a tall upper body may need a longer seat depth. By angling the seat to back angle posteriorly, and the back rail forward, the seat depth is extended (1). Add a seat extender (2) and make sure the back cover is placed to create rear space (3).

Choose the Back extension accessory which includes an extra strap to achieve a high back.

If the user is leaning heavily towards the back, a cross brace (4) is recommended.

Firmer side stability can be created by using plush wedges (5).

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Back extension 3A

Add 6 cm to the 3A-back support profile. With the back extension mounted on the 3A back support, a back height up to 51 cm is achieved.
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2. Seat Extender

The seat extender strap creates an additional 7 cm to the seat depth. The strap is easy to fit securely with the new easy access attachment on Cross 6.

Make sure the seat extension strap is attached correctly according to its assembly instructions. Slacken all tension adjustable back straps so the back cover can create a big fold. These settings create additional rear space.
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4. Rear cross brace

The addition of the rear cross brace will secure the back support in a more rigid setting when a heavier or larger user is leaning into the back straps.

The rear cross bracer can easily be folded with a snap lock.
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5. Plush wedges

Available in two lengths, short (15 cm/6") and long (30 cm/12"). Usually the short model is sufficient. Attach the wedges with the Velcro facing forward, towards the back cover.
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6. Side cushion

Firm cushions with padding towards the user. The cover has a zipper to enable individual contouring with added foam.

They are 29 cm (11½") high and can be rotated for slimmer upper support.
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7. Straight Side Stops

The side stops can be used as a support for the side cushion.

They are easily mounted into the back rail and can be adjusted in height, angle and depth.
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Example of accessory placement

Example of accessories placed on the back support. Here with the side cushion, along with the straight side stops, on both sides for optimum support, and the seat extender to create additional rear space.

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