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Footrests can be easily removed and safely secured to the frame, using the footrest locking 
mechanism 

 

Foot plates flip‐up easily 

 

Side guards slide in and out easily 

 

Brakes are assembled, adjusted and operate correctly 

 

Seat fasteners are fully tight and seat strap is firmly fastened 

 

Cushion size and orientation is correct 

 

Backrest adjustment bolts are fully tight 

 

Backrest straps are firmly fastened together  

 

All straps are correctly located 

 

All fasteners are tight. 

Note:

 Do not over‐tighten the nuts and bolts. 

 

Transport 

 

Remove the quick‐release rear wheels before transporting 

 

Remove the cushion 

 

Remove the footrests, if needed 

 

Remove the side guards, if needed 

 

Fold the frame 

 

Lift the wheelchair up by the frame. Do not lift the wheelchair by the upholstery. 

 

Before 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 rear wheel axles are securely locked to the frame. 
 

Ongoing 

 

Keep the wheelchair clean and dry 

 

Do not leave the product outside, exposed to elements, as this will damage the product and 
shorten the product lifespan. 

 

If any part of the product stops functioning properly, please consult a trained wheelchair 
technician of your local service provider. 

 

 
HANDLING YOUR WHEELCHAIR 
 
Folding the wheelchair 

 

Folding 

Remove the cushion 
Fold the wheelchair frame by pulling up on the seat panel 
 

Unfolding 

Unfold the frame by pushing down on the seat panel and the seat 
tubes 
Check that the seat tubes are correctly seated in the seat tube cups 
Place the cushion on the seat panel 
 

Note:  

Please pay attention at the cushion orientation relative to the seat 
panel 

 

Removing/ placing the footrests 

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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