Probasics 0005, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM TRANSPORT CHAIR MODEL NO 9201S 19 SILVER PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM TRANSPORT CHAIR MODEL NO 9201BK 19 BLACK PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM TRANSPORT CHAIR MODEL NO...

Page 2: ...ODEL NO 0005 TRANSPORT CHAIR W 17 SEAT WIDTH PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT 19 LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM ALUMINUM TRANSPORT CHAIR TRANSPORT CHAIR W REAR CABLE 22 HEAVY DUTY TRANSPORT TRANSPORT CHAIR W 19 CHAIR BARI...

Page 3: ...g Leaning and Bending Forward 11 11 Reaching Leaning Backwards 12 12 Tipping 12 13 Stairways 13 14 Folding and Unfolding Wheelchair 14 15 Safety Inspection 15 16 Safety Inspection Checklist 15 17 Insp...

Page 4: ...22 30 Rear Wheels 22 31 Removing Installing Rear Wheels 22 32 Casters 23 33 Replacing Adjusting Front Folks 23 34 Replacing Front Caster 24 35 Hand Brakes Wheel Locks 24 36 Locking Unlocking Using Han...

Page 5: ...4 GENERAL GUIDLINES Brakes must be locked before using seat...

Page 6: ...ide a motor vehicle This label is for informational purposes only Liability issues were not considered in the attachment of this label The wheel locks on this transport chair have been preset at the f...

Page 7: ...in the presence of a qualified health professional BEFORE attempting active use of the wheelchair Make sure the back is locked securely BEFORE using this wheelchair ALWAYS verify that the hand grips...

Page 8: ...ld be taken to reduce the gap distance Turn both casters parallel to the object you are transferring onto When transferring to and from the wheelchair ALWAYS ENGAGE BOTH WHEEL LOCKS If the wheelchair...

Page 9: ...tachable parts Lifting by means of any removable detachable parts of a wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair WEIGHT TRAINI...

Page 10: ...an option on the Probasics Transport you can order this wheelchair with or without the seat positioning strap Probasics strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safegu...

Page 11: ...r impediments WARNING DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable detachable parts Lifting by means of any removable detachable parts of a wheelchair may result in injury to the user or dam...

Page 12: ...he wheelchair To determine and establish your particular safety limits practice bending reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified healthcare professio...

Page 13: ...e desired object Point front casters forward to create the longest possible wheelbase Reach back only as far as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position Tipping WARNING DO NOT tip t...

Page 14: ...WARNING ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap Inasmuch as the seat positioning strap is an option on the Probasics Transport and the Lightweight Transport you can order these wheelchairs with or wi...

Page 15: ...the framework lifts the wheelchair up and over the stair and steadies the wheelchair as the first assistant places one 1 foot on the next stair and repeats STEP 1 3 The wheelchair should not be lower...

Page 16: ...d safely your wheelchair must be cared for just like any other vehicle Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair Safety Inspection Checklists Initial adjustments shoul...

Page 17: ...should be replaced as necessary _ Inspect the tires for flat spots and wear _ Ensure the hand brakes do not interfere with the tires when rolling _ Ensure the hand brake pivot points are free of wear...

Page 18: ...cessive drag or pull to one side _ Inspect the seat and the back upholstery for rips or sagging _ Inspect the seat positioning strap for any signs of wear Ensure the buckle latches Verify that the har...

Page 19: ...and wear and should be replaced by a qualified technician if damaged 3 Periodically adjust the wheel locks in correlation to tire wear Refer to Adjusting 4 Periodically check the front caster and the...

Page 20: ...open footplate is perpendicular to wheelchair 2 Install the hinge plates on the footrest onto the hinge pins on the wheelchair frame 3 Push the footrest towards the inside of the wheelchair until it l...

Page 21: ...footplate assembly to the desired height 4 Securely tighten the footplate mounting bolt 5 Repeat this procedure for the other footrest if necessary 6 Reinstall the swingaway footrest assembly Refer to...

Page 22: ...ay occur Make sure the release levers are securely locked in place BEFORE using the wheelchair 1 Pull up on the two 2 back canes until the release mechanisms lock in place NOTE There will be an audibl...

Page 23: ...the cross braces 2 Remove the existing seat upholstery from the cross braces 3 Install the new seat upholstery by reversing STEPS 1 2 REAR WHEELS WARNING After ANY adjustments repair or service and B...

Page 24: ...age may result CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced when necessary Replacing Adjusting Front Forks Replacing 1 Rem...

Page 25: ...em Replacing Front Casters 1 Remove the hex screw washers and locknut that secure the front caster to the fork 2 Install the new front caster onto the wheelchair by reversing STEP 1 3 Repeat STEPS 1 2...

Page 26: ...is heard 2 Refer to Unlocking Hand Brake Unlocking Hand Brake 1 Pull up on the top portion of the brake handle to release 2 Release the brake handle Using Hand Brake 1 Pull UP on the top portion of t...

Page 27: ...ake lever engages the wheel If the tension of the brake handle is still too loose or too tight adjust using the following steps 1 Ensure brake handle is not locked 2 To loosen Brace the jam nut while...

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