Freedom Designs Freedom 2, Operating Manual

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Freedom Designs, Inc. 

Freedom 2 / Freedom 2 Kids 

General Warnings 

Warnings & Caution 

statements included in this manual describe conditions and unsafe 

practices which might result in bodily injury or property damage. Read this entire manual 
before assembly or operation of this wheelchair. If you do not understand any of the 
instructions in this manual, call your authorized Freedom Designs, Inc. dealer. Note: Where 
they apply, you will also find “Warnings” in other sections of this manual. Heed all warnings 
in this section. 

If you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss 

of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others

The 

weight limit 

for the 

Freedom 2 

and

 Freedom 2 Kids

 is a 250 lb. person. 

If the person exceeds the weight limit, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or 
loss of control may cause severe injury to the rider or others.  

 
Every wheelchair is different. 

Become familiar with your chair before you 

begin riding. Start slowly, with easy, smooth strokes. Be careful not to use too 
much force, which might result in tipping over, damage to your chair, a fall or 
loss of control, which may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others. 
 

Reduction of Risk of an Accident: 

1.  BEFORE riding, you should be trained in the safe use of this chair by 

your health care advisor. 

2.  Practice bending, reaching and transfers until you know the limit of your 

ability. In order to avoid tipping over, have someone help you, until you 
know what can cause a fall. 

3.  Be aware that you must develop your own methods for safe use best 

suited to your level of function and ability. 

4.  NEVER try a new maneuver on your own, until you are sure you can do it 

safely. 

5.  Get to know the areas where you plan to use your chair. Look for hazards 

and learn how to avoid them. 

6.  Always use anti-tip tubes downward, so as you are not at risk to tip over. 

If you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or 
loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others. 
 
Safety Checklist 

Before each use of your chair: 
1.  Make sure the chair rolls easily and that all parts work smoothly. Check 

for noise, vibration, or a change in ease of use. (They may indicate low tire 
pressure, loose fasteners, or damage to your chair). 

2.  Repair any problems. Consult your Freedom Designs, Inc. authorized 

dealer for help in finding or correcting the problem. 

3.  Check to see that both quick-release axles are locked. When locked, the 

axle button will “pop out” fully. If not locked, the wheel may come off and 
cause you to fall. 

4.  Anti-tip tubes need to be locked in the downward position during usage. 

If you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or 
loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.

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