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WHEELER

Safety instructions/propelling techniques

Wheeler must have been tested by the qualified person who has prescribed the wheelchair, after he or she 
has made the adjustments that the user requests, taking the build and needs of the user into account. You 
must also have received help in learning how best to use the wheelchair. Some simple tips are described below. 
Start by practising carefully until the user is familiar with the wheelchair’s possibilities and limitations.

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Move to/from the wheelchair

                                                             Propel the wheelchair as near as possible to the seat that you want 

to move to. Apply the brake. Remove the armrests. Wheeler’s 
foot plates withstand a load of 60 kg, but the user’s feet must be 
inside of the castors.

                                                             Note any protruding components, and make sure that the user 

does not injure himself or herself on them.

Stretching and bending

                                                             Propel the wheelchair as near as possible to the object. Do not 

apply the brake (it is better to roll backwards than to tip over).

Propelling 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 wheelchair forwards using short, quick strokes 
applied to the hand rims, in order to maintain speed and steering 
control.

                                                             Generally, help is needed on steep slopes.
                                                             If  you  have  to  stop  on  a  slope,  it  is  particularly  important  to 

ensure that you do not make any sudden or unexpected forward 
movements when you start moving the wheelchair forwards again. 
As the wheelchair is already leaning backwards, such a movement 
may cause the wheelchair to tip backwards.

Propelling down a slope

                                                             We recommend that you obtain the help of one or more assis-

tants when going down steep and wet slopes.

                                                             First check the slope to see if there are any particular risks, such 

as potholes, slippery sections, etc. Never use the user-operated 
brake to slow down. When you apply the brake on a downward 
slope, the wheels lock and the wheelchair can suddenly pull to 
one side, tip sideways or stop immediately, which may cause you 
to be thrown out of the chair. Always control the speed with 
the hand rims. Remember that the hand rims may become hot 
due to friction, and this may cause injury to your hands. Try to 
propel  down  the  slope  in  a  straight  line  as  much  as  possible. 
Never change direction when propelling down a slope. Never 
propel up or down a slope crosswise.

Summary of Contents for Wheeler

Page 1: ...Wheeler Manual English...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...instructions for using Wheeler This manual includes a description of the parts of the chair simple adjustment options how to useWheeler safely and how to transport the chair It also describes how the...

Page 4: ...2 WHEELER...

Page 5: ...stors Always lift the wheelchair by gripping the frame at the points shown in the diagram This applies irrespective of whether the user is or is not in the chair Never lift the wheelchair by the remov...

Page 6: ...tions It is possible that some of the accessories are not available in certain countries Seat unit Adjustable backrest Adjustable seat Comfort backrest Comfort seat Seating pad standard 3 cm Extra sea...

Page 7: ...ansport weight Seat unit 5 kg Chassis 5 kg Drive wheels 4 kg 3 cm Miscellaneous Armrest with padded tubing or wide armrest pad Side guard Push handles or push bar Headrest simple or shaped Pump Mudgua...

Page 8: ...d whilst you insert the axle C into the rear wheel attachment of the positioning plate To check that the wheel has been properly secu red try to pull out the wheel after releasing the button This shou...

Page 9: ...child should be able to hold his or her head upright Angle For most children the angle of the backrest is to be at 90 to the seating surface If the child cannot hold up his or her head the backrest ca...

Page 10: ...ews B are then loosened on both sides of the armrest attachment on both sides of the chair Take hold of the legrest tube C and pull the seat forwards or backwards and then retighten the screws Finally...

Page 11: ...1 5 cm 1 5 cm 1 5 cm Side guards 2 Loosen the screw A under the side guard on both sides Move the side guard outwards Tighten the screws Drive wheels 3 Loosen the axle housing nut C using a spanner E...

Page 12: ...EELER Reduce seat width Hip supports 1 The hip support can be adjusted by adding a cushion to it Open the zip of the hip support and insert the thicker cushion that is included in delivery 1 5 cm 1 5...

Page 13: ...w posi tion Axle D should be fitted so two millimeters Then fit axle D in the new position and retighten the screw Tip Angle the seat backwards so that the foot plate is free of the lower frame tubes...

Page 14: ...the Velcro strips the shape can be adjusted to meet the user s needs for support and comfort For example the strips in the small of the back can be tightened to provide good support for the small of t...

Page 15: ...e seat unit by squeezing the left hand lever D upwards holding it pressed upwards and moving the backrest away from you or towards you until the required position is obtained Then release the lever Fo...

Page 16: ...and remove the screws A from the lower seat attachment behind the drive wheel plate on both sides of the chair Move the attachment to the new position and retighten the screws to secure it in place T...

Page 17: ...of the chair Move the seat to the required position and tighten the screws Use the anti tip devices to assist you when you test to find the right balance position Check that the child can manage the...

Page 18: ...what you think is best If gas pistons are used for angle adjustment of the seat the rear stable position is to be used as the balance is changed when the angle is adjusted Note that the chair can als...

Page 19: ...17 WHEELER CASTORS 1 To move the castor loosen the screw A Keep the nut steady with a spanner Move the wheel to the required position fit the screw and tighten 1 A...

Page 20: ...be fitted in the rear notch for 22 wheels in the middle notch and for 20 wheels in the innermost notch The only time that you need to move the rear wheel plate is when you change the size of rear whe...

Page 21: ...to the required position Retighten the screws C There is to be a distance of 3 mm between pin B and tyre D Incorrect setting or use of the brake impairs the brake effect 1 Apply the brake when pushin...

Page 22: ...ng the push bar push handles upwards or downwards until you obtain the required height Tighten the knobs A 1 The push handles push bar must not leave the notched part of the tubing This is to ensure t...

Page 23: ...ou have changed the wheel position 1 2 If you need to fold away the anti tip devices you can do this using your foot Place your foot on the stem B and move the whole anti tip device backwards so that...

Page 24: ...of the sides of the head rest Adjust the angle of the wings C of the headrest by unzipping the zip at the headrest attachment and loosening the screw D Set the required angle and close the zip 1 Heigh...

Page 25: ...wash Remove them by unzipping the zips and pulling the covers off the pads 1 WASHING UPHOLSTERY 1 2 3 2 The depth of the trunk supports can be adjusted by loosening the screws B Then move the support...

Page 26: ...recommend that the user is moved to a normal car seat and does not remain seated in Wheeler 1 2 2 Fold down the backrest as shown in the diagram whilst pushing the backrest forwards The straps must ne...

Page 27: ...at unit is to be refitted Feed the seat rail B into the guiding section C on both sides Push in the seat as far as it will go Then ensure that you tighten the knob securely Check once a month that the...

Page 28: ...and most suitable for its purpose on the market and we have chosen Unwin s 4 point safety restraint for wheelchairs in combination with a 3 point double inertia reel harness We cannot comment on other...

Page 29: ...secured and transported To reduce the risk of loose objects becoming dislodged and injuring the passengers during trans port the tray and pommel must be removed and secured separately in the vehicle...

Page 30: ...t straps by pulling the wheelchair backwards from the rear Re apply wheelchair brakes C Rear restraints 1 Attach the snap hooks on the rear straps to the transport attachments on the rear frame 3 Tigh...

Page 31: ...ways lean forwards whilst propelling up a slope Propel the wheelchair forwards using short quick strokes applied to the hand rims in order to maintain speed and steering control Generally help is need...

Page 32: ...nt to use his or her body correctly to prevent injury Tip the wheelchair backwards and roll the chair over the kerb onto the pavement Take particular care if the kerb is wet or slippery Escalators Do...

Page 33: ...and teenagers It is designed for users who actively use the wheelchair for a long period several hours at a time and for users who need the chair for shorter times and for transport Wheeler is easy to...

Page 34: ...al servicing Only original parts or those approved and fulfilling Invacare s specifications may be used All technical servicing is to be carried out by an authorised wheelchair technician or by Invaca...

Page 35: ...SWEDEN Sales companies Manufacturer Art nr 1428256 02 1213 Belgium Invacare n v Autobaan 14 B 8210 Loppern Br gge Tel 32 50 83 10 10 Fax 32 50 83 10 11 Denmark Invacare A S Sdr Ringvej 39 DK 2605 Br...

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