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SERVICE PROVIDER INFORMATION 

 
The D‐Xbasic is intended to be delivered by a qualified wheelchair service provider trained in accordance 
with or equivalent to World Health Organization’s (WHO) Wheelchair Service Training Curriculum. 
 
For repairs, adjustments and/or spare parts, please contact your qualified local service provider. Please 
record your service provider’s information below: 

 

Service provider name: 
 

 

Service provider address: 
 

 

Service provider telephone number: 
 

 

Service provider email address: 
 

 

Service provider contact person: 
 

 

 

 

INTENDED USE AND BASIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 
 

The D‐Xbasic is an adult active four‐wheel folding frame wheelchair designed for urban environment in 
low resourced settings. D‐Xbasic is compliant with WHO Guidelines and Training.  
 

Important! 

Every user is unique and therefore the best instructions will be provided by the service provider based 
on their assessment of the user. We encourage the users to seek instructions from their service provider 
and in addition, to read through World Health Organization’s Guidelines on the provision of Manual 
Wheelchairs in less resourced settings for more information. 
The information in this user manual is not exhaustive. The responsibility for the interpretation and use 
of the material lies with the reader. In no event shall the Diversability Development Organization be 
liable for damages arising from its use. 
The product has been designed for an average lifespan of approximately 3 ‐ 5 years, provided that the 
product is used for its designated purpose and the product is maintained and serviced regularly. The 
product lifespan depends on the frequency of use, environment and maintenance. The use of spare 
parts when required positively affects the lifespan of the product.  
Please note that the indicated lifespan does not constitute additional product warranty.

 

 
 

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS 
 
Prior to use 

Assemble the product, following the Assembly and Adjustment Manual. Perform the following safety 
checks before using the wheelchair for the first time: 

 

Rear wheel axles are securely locked to the frame 

 

Rear wheels spin freely 

 

Rear wheel axle sleeves are correctly located and securely tightened on the frame 

 

Castor wheels spin freely 

 

Castor fork spins freely in the castor barrel 

 

Footrest adjustment bolts are fully tight 

Summary of Contents for D-Xbasic

Page 1: ...MANUAL CONTENT Service provider information 2 Intended use and basic safety instructions 2 Handling your wheelchair 3 Using your wheelchair 5 Pressure relief techniques 7 Care and maintenance 7 Other...

Page 2: ...elines on the provision of Manual Wheelchairs in less resourced settings for more information The information in this user manual is not exhaustive The responsibility for the interpretation and use of...

Page 3: ...fore use replace all the parts that have been removed Note Check that the rear wheel axles are clean before inserting into the frame as dirt may get stuck on to the axles Before use check that the rea...

Page 4: ...until the footrest plastic plug is released from the frame front upright tube Removing placing the side guards Slide the side guard in and out of the side guard socket to place or remove the side guar...

Page 5: ...rienced users can propel themselves up a slope In order not to lose control of the steering and to avoid tipping backwards you should always lean forwards whilst propelling up a slope Propel the wheel...

Page 6: ...s feet rest securely on the footrests and cannot slide off Then tilt the wheelchair backwards and push it forwards against the curb Illustration 2 Lower the front part of the wheelchair onto the pavem...

Page 7: ...chair users This technique can be used independently or with assistance Leaning side to side Suitable for wheelchair users with limited strength and balance This technique can be used while the user h...

Page 8: ...and mounted on the frame correctly using the footrest locking mechanism Check the heel strap for any damage Brakes Check all brake fasteners are tight once a month Check the brake adjustment once a m...

Page 9: ...DDO2018 9 OTHER INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN BY THE WHEELCHAIR SERVICE PROVIDER...

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