Kids UP Kids FAST, User Manual

Page 1: ...IS DEPENDENT MOBILITY BASE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Serial ____________________ Delivery ___________________ Date of USER MANUAL Product delivered may vary from the one described and pictured in this manual Ver 11 0603DM Kids FAST Size 1 With Transit Option Without Transit Option REACTIONTM Dynamic Seating by ...

Page 2: ...lcome questions and comments about our products and services Please contact us or our distributors using the information below Manufacturer U S Distributor HOGGI GmbH Taunusstraße 17 56235 Ransbach Baumbach Germany Tel 02623 92499 0 Fax 02623 92499 99 Website www hoggi de European Distributor Partnering Together to Mobilize Kids Quantum Montana 312 B Andrea Drive Belgrade MT 59714 Toll Free 877 45...

Page 3: ...ABLE OF CONTENTS I CHAIR MODELS PARTS 4 II UNPACKING YOUR NEW KIDS FAST CHAIR 5 III READ BEFORE USING 6 IV GENERAL WARNINGS 7 V SET UP ADJUSTMENT 10 VI OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 16 VII MAINTENANCE 28 VIII MAINTENANCE RECORD 29 ...

Page 4: ...o a specific option The chair s parts are labeled below for your reference Many of the optional components are shown Caster Tire Handlebar Angle Adjuster Ratchet Lock Push Handle Rear Wheel ACTIVE Lock Handle Sunshade Product and labeling may vary from descriptions and pictures in this manual Wheel Lock Foot Plate First four digits indicate year of manufacture The chair s serial number label is lo...

Page 5: ...wheel with the axle on the chair C Press the clip on the wheel and slide the wheel onto the axle Release the clip D Make sure that the wheel clip is fully engaged by pulling outward on the wheel without pressing on clip If wheel cannot be removed clip is properly engaged 3 Fold the frame and seat back into the upright position see section VI parts C K for detailed instructions 4 Install the calf p...

Page 6: ...B DEFINITION OF SYMBOLS WARNING The word WARNING and or the symbol shown to the left indicate practices that are unsafe or dangerous and could result in serious injury or death to the occupant of this chair or others WARNING READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL Additional symbols are defined throughout this manual along with operating instructions C CHOOSE THE RIGHT CHAIR SAFETY OPTIONS There are several optio...

Page 7: ...he chair operates properly Repair any problems before use ALWAYS verify that the quick release clips are locked so that the back wheels do not come off ALWAYS secure your child into the chair with the appropriate positioning com ponents WARNING CHANGES ADJUSTMENTS Adjustments made to the chair will change the balance and function of the chair and may increase risk of tip over consult your supplier...

Page 8: ...ver The chair from rolling away WARNING Before leaving the chair and before getting into and out of it always engage the wheel locks WARNING Do not stand on the footplate when getting into or out of the chair WARNING LIFTING Only lift the chair by parts that are solidly attached The chair should be lifted by the side frame members whenever possible If folded hold the chair by the lower side frame ...

Page 9: ...or vehicle Transfer the child from the chair to an approved motor vehicle seat If your chair is equipped with the transit option refer to the section in this manual re garding use of this chair for transit The shell alone should never be used as a child seat in a motor vehicle Although the Kids FAST chair can be folded into a single compact unit with the shell installed it is possible that the she...

Page 10: ...tment To achieve proper seat depth it may be necessary to adjust the position of the back canes Seat depths shorter than 7 5 inches back canes must be installed in position 1 Seat depths between 7 5 and 9 5 inches back canes should be in stalled in position 2 Seat depths greater than 9 5 inches back canes should be installed in position 3 Adjusting back cane position 1 Remove shell from mobility b...

Page 11: ...ollide with the front casters B GLIDE REST ADJUSTMENT To allow optimal active function it may be necessary to adjust glide rests For seat depths 10 or less glide rests must be installed in posi tion 1 For seat depths 10 or greater glide rests can be installed in po sition 2 This will enable a stronger return to the upright position from the extension position Adjusting Glide Rests 1 Remove seat cu...

Page 12: ...Remove pivot plate adjustment bolt A with a 3 16 hex wrench Using a 7 16 nut driver and 5 32 hex wrench remove foot bed pivot bolt B Fig 5 2 Using a 5 32 hex wrench remove pivot plates C from footrest extensions D Fig 6 3 Flip pivot plates upside down and attach to opposite footrest exten sions making sure that T nut in counter bored hole is bolted to up per hole in footrest extension Fig 7 4 Rein...

Page 13: ...LLATION AND REMOVAL 1 To install the sunshade align the sunshade tubes A with the sunshade mounts B on the rear of the upper back plate Push tubes into mounts until block C contacts mount 2 Secure sunshade to chair by turning knob D clockwise until tight Do not over tighten 3 To remove sunshade turn securement knobs counter clockwise and lift sunshade out of mounts C B A D Figure 12 Align sunshade...

Page 14: ...ing Be sure that end of spring hooks through the side plate B Reference opposite side spring to verify proper installation 7 Reinstall bolt and washer Tighten until bolts bottom out in threads 8 Check for smooth resistance If spring binds it may be necessary to loosen bolt A in 1 4 turn increments until action is smooth 9 Repeat procedure on opposite side Chair will not function properly unless sp...

Page 15: ... the spring assembly 6 Remove the springs and spring seat 7 Change the spring 8 Reinstall the spring seat 9 Install the nut The spring must be compressed slightly to install the nut Use a wrench to tighten the nut until it is flush with the end of the tension tube 10 Install the rubber bumper over the shaft 11 Thread the pivot block onto the shaft The pivot block does not have to be tight Make sur...

Page 16: ... roll the pushchair slightly back or forward so that the lock pins can engage into the brake disk Never use force This could damage the quick releases and the wheels could fall off and cause injuries 2 To disengage the wheel lock pull the wheel lock lever upwards with your toe Figure 18 Engaging wheel lock Figure 19 Disengaging wheel lock SAFE WARNING Always inspect your chair before placing your ...

Page 17: ... To unfold hold the hip angle adjustment lever in the unlocked position 4 Move the seat back to the upright position 5 Adjust hip angle to desired position and engage the lever Check for proper pin engagement and lever position Lift up on hip angle lever Fold down back 1 2 Lift up on hip angle lever Lift up on back 3 4 5 Figure 23 Folding the Back Set hip angle and engage lever WARNING Engage the ...

Page 18: ...handle in part H for instructions on the active feature 2 While holding onto the active cross bar A use the tilt lever B to release the tilt lock Fig 26 3 Move the child to the desired tilt angle 4 Release the lever to engage the tilt lock 5 Pull up and push down slightly on the active cross bar A to verify that the tilt lock is fully engaged A B WARNING In preparation to operate the tilt Always v...

Page 19: ...eg Rest Slide the triangular plate near the child s knees toward the front of the chair to depress the button on the black pivot The plate may be locked back by pressing down on the top of the plate 2 Move the foot bed to the desired position 3 Release the button on the black pivot G FOOTPLATE ANGLE ADJUSTMENT 1 Using a 3 16 hex wrench turn bolt A counterclockwise until head of bolt clears pivot p...

Page 20: ...P ANGLE OR TILT SHOULD NOT BE ATTEMPTED WHEN THE ACTIVE IS ENABLED 5 To turn off the ACTIVE a Apply forward pressure to the backrest to hold the chair in the down position while disengaging the ACTIVE handle to lock the ACTIVE b If foot bed motion was enabled disable it by lifting the triangular plate then sliding it toward the rear of the chair Figure 31 Turning on the ACTIVE Leg Rest ON 1 2 3 WA...

Page 21: ...ocks b Press down on the clip A near the center of the wheel c With the same hand pull outward on the wheel to remove it from the chair 2 To install the wheels a Make sure the wheel lock lever is released b Hold the axle and wheel Align the wheel with the axle on the chair c Slide the wheel as far as possible onto the axle d Make sure that the clip has secured the wheel to the axle by pulling outw...

Page 22: ...lever position refer to page 17 section C c Turn ACTIVE lever to the ON position and cycle ACTIVE motion to ensure proper installation d Apply forward pressure to the handlebar and turn the ACTIVE lever to the off position Figure 37 Shell Assembly A Figure 38 Mobility Base B C D Figure 39 Lift up on front of seat pan Figure 40 Pull hip angle adjustment lever and lift up WARNING Always remove the c...

Page 23: ...23 23 Movement is life Figure 42 Pivot bushing aligned with slot E F Figure 41 Shell is now free from mobility base ...

Page 24: ...rd and back on handle bar until trigger locks snap onto plate locks The folding action is properly locked when the rear surface of the trigger is flush with the white trigger stop C 1 3 2 Figure 43 Seat back and handlebar folded down Figure 44 Adjust seat base tilt downward Figure 45 Pull back on triggers A B WARNING Never attempt to fold the Kids FAST Chair with a child in it This could result in...

Page 25: ...operly locked when rear surface of trigger is flush with trigger stop Figure 47 Kids FAST Chair in folded position 4 Figure 46 Push forward on handlebar C Figure 49 Block arrows represent possible pinch points Figure 49a Block arrows represent possible pinch ...

Page 26: ...e d The Kids FAST Chair can accommodate up to 80 lbs Do not exceed this occupant weight e The Kids FAST Chair must be placed in a forward facing position when used as a seat in a motor vehicle Use an approved 4 point strap type tie down system Use an approved 3 point belt for the occupant Secure using the instructions provided with the tie down system f Restraints should not be held away from the ...

Page 27: ...impact loading l Auxiliary wheelchair equipment should be removed from the wheelchair and secured in the vehicle during transit m Wheelchair mounted trays must be removed from the wheel chair and secured during transit n Alterations or substitutions should not be made to the wheel chair structural and frame parts or components without consulting Kids Up o Follow the precautions for the recommended...

Page 28: ...ls locks Check for proper caster alignment Verify all fasteners are tight Verify quick release axles function properly Check tilt cable for damage Check wheels tires and spokes for damage ACTIVE Check function of active lock system ACTIVE Check function of active tension ACTIVE Check spring preload Check frame for damage Check side plates for damage ACTIVE Verify smooth function tight fasteners Ch...

Page 29: ...Date Service By Company Name Contact Person Description of Service VIII MAINTENANCE RECORD Date of purchase and serial number should be recorded on the front cover Dealer information should be recorded inside the front cover ...

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