progeo Basic Light, User Manual

Page 1: ...LIGHT FOLDING WHEELCHAIR WITH CROSSBAR SYSTEM ENGLISH rev 0 2021 05 User s manual BASIC LIGHT ...

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Page 3: ...out of the wheelchair 22 3 3 Starting to drive your wheelchair 23 3 4 Negotiating obstacles steps and stairs 24 3 5 Negotiating slopes or inclines 26 3 6 Ensuring stability 27 4 TRASPORT OF THE WHEELCHAIR 28 5 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF PARTS 29 6 ADJUSTMENTS 30 7 ACCESSORIES 31 7 1 Narrow passage transit wheels 31 7 2 Anti tip wheel 31 7 3 Push handles for assistant 32 7 4 Tipping aid 32 7 5 Crutch s...

Page 4: ...ir BEFORE giving the wheelchair to the occupant the dealer MUST carry out a general check of all its fittings and check its functionality After this check the dealer should complete the warranty certificate on the last page by applying the stamp of the company or represented organisation together with name signature and date This certificate must be retained by the occupant If the company s stamp ...

Page 5: ...n This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may cause minor personal injuries or property damage This symbol indicates important instructions or special information PRODUCT LABELS Year month of production UDI code Unique Device Identification Progeo brand logo Serial number Read the user s manual XXXXXXX Product name Ambient usage temperature Crash test approved ...

Page 6: ...ar terrains gravel cobblestones holes on the ground etc or slippery terrain wet sandy dusty oily hard surfaces etc In all such situations and in general in all cases where use of the wheelchair may be difficult or risky for the wheelchair and its occupant it is always advisable to move carefully and smoothly without sudden acceleration or hard braking When the difficulty or risk is high the help o...

Page 7: ...nt and or third parties caused by or resulting from the non observance of the indications instructions Use of the wheelchair requires some of its parts to be handled Instructions for the correct handling of the wheelchair s components are provided in the corresponding sections of this document Please follow these instructions to avoid injuries The installation and use of electrification mechanical...

Page 8: ...as smooth during normal use and absorb less vibration when rolling on uneven ground 2 2 Brakes The parking brakes are a safety device and their efficiency must be checked daily The pressure brake acts directly on the tyre by means of a lever which is why braking efficiency depends on correct tyre inflation pressure We recommend that you check your tyre pressure regularly to ensure that it is alway...

Page 9: ... WITH EXTENDED LEVER The push to lock and pull to lock brakes with extended lever work in the same manner but are easier to engage and release The lever may be folded to prevent the extended lever from obstructing the occupant s wheelchair transfer manoeuvre To do so pull the lever first up and then push it forward To return it to the normal using position turn the lever up and then push it down ...

Page 10: ... the rear wheel pins is one of the procedures that the occupant should perform periodically If the pins are not properly fitted the rear wheel may come off during use resulting in the wheelchair tipping over and possible injury to the occupant To remove the wheel first release the parking brakes Lift the wheelchair wheel slightly off the ground using one hand to grasp the backrest knob to facilita...

Page 11: ...r supports S Lower the footrest this operation is not necessary if the wheelchair is equipped with an automatic closure footrest 2 FOLDING Remove the cushion or any other soft or rigid supports from the seat and the backrest Raise the footrest this operation is not necessary if the wheelchair is equipped with an automatic closure footrest With both hands pull up the seat fabric as shown in the ima...

Page 12: ...s except those with automatic closure when raised enable the occupants to rest their feet on the ground more easily especially when transferring to and from the wheelchair Flipping up the footrest is a very easy operation you can perform with one hand by pulling the footrest plate upward To put the footrest back to the operating position just push it down and for a single footrest make sure it loc...

Page 13: ...pport With one hand take hold of the footrest frame and try to move it clock and anticlockwise If it is securely locked the footrest frame will not rotate but you should notice just a little play 2 To swing the footrest away push the lever A then turn the footrest away outwards 3 To lock it back turn it inside to the operating position until a click indicates it is locked 4 Push the lever A and si...

Page 14: ...t at the bottom and rotate it upwards to the desired position Locking block A will maintain the desired inclination To lower the footrest hold it at the bottom push back and hold the pin of locking block B in this position and guide the footrest downwards Once the desired inclination has been reached release pin B Before setting the lock unit A free by releasing the lock lever B always take hold o...

Page 15: ... adjusted to the occupant requirements by tensioning or slackening the two special Velcro straps fitted inside the backrest itself To carry out the adjustment lift or remove the upholstery tighten or slacken the Velcro straps as required and replace the upholstery If the wheelchair is provided with a postural backrest follow the instructions of the postural system The combination of the inclinatio...

Page 16: ...old to raise the wheelchair this may cause the armrests to come off from their supports damaging the wheelchair and harming the occupant Do not use the armrest for support when transferring to or from the wheelchair On the contrary we recommend removing the armrest on the transfer side to facilitate the manoeuvre Armrest pads may contain phthalates that are potentially hazardous to health if inges...

Page 17: ... take hold of the armrest with one hand 2 and try to move it left and right If it is properly secured the armrest will not turn but will have just a little play 3 To facilitate wheelchair transfers you can swing the armrest away to the side by raising it by approximately 2 cm and swinging it away If you wish you can swing the armrest away until it locks in its opposite position 4 To put it back to...

Page 18: ...te wheelchair transfers you can swing by raising it by approximately 1 cm and swinging it away part A of the support moves away from part B but it will not come off 5 6 If you wish you can swing the armrest away until it locks in its opposite position part A locks into part B To return the armrest to the operating position swing it in until it locks if it was secured in its opposite position first...

Page 19: ...d and try to pull it up If correctly secured the armrest will not come off the support A nor will the pad move up 3 4 To remove the armrest first press the lever B then take hold of the armrest s pad and pull it off 4 5 To insert the armrest just slide its part C down into the support A A click will indicate it has locked Check that the armrest is securely locked as described above 6 The occupant ...

Page 20: ...e cycle ensure that all nuts bolts and screws are correctly tightened Failure to observe this warning could result in damage to the occupant third parties or the vehicle for which Rehateam s r l shall not be liable 2 12 Wheelchair lifetime PROGEO wheelchairs are used on a daily basis and they are consequently subject to continuous stress that causes inevitable wear and tear of the parts With this ...

Page 21: ...taly tel 0039 0422 484657 mail info rehateamprogeo com 3 1 Accident prevention MOVEMENTS Avoid sudden jerky movements when using the wheelchair asthiscouldcauseit to overbalance If your path is obstructed by obstacles avoid sudden movements such as abrupt braking There is increased risk of skidding on irregular or damp ground Passing over obstacles as steps and ramps should be done carefully ask a...

Page 22: ...emove your feet from the footrest when leaving the wheelchair and bring them close to the footrest when getting in If the wheelchair is equipped with flip up footrest single or dual raise it to facilitate the transfer 1 Lean on the wheelchair and where possible on a stable object nearby Use the force of your arms to raise and move your body 2 If the occupant is not able to perform this movement al...

Page 23: ...ip back easily and consequently to find the safe manoeuvring range proceed as described below Starting from your seated wheelchair position firmly grasp the rear wheel rims then move the hand rims slightly backwards and while moving your weight backwards push the hand rims forward with a jerk to make the front of the wheelchair rise at this point by moving your body gently backwards and forwards w...

Page 24: ... the wheelchair right up to the leading edge of the obstacle Raise the front castors by tilting the wheelchair while maintaining balance Move the rear wheels carefully down to the obstacle during this phase hold the handrails to control the descent Once the rear wheels have descended the obstacle tilt the wheelchair forward until the front castors touch the ground again Going up Bring the wheelcha...

Page 25: ...e front castors touch the ground again Going up Move backwards towards the step so that the rear wheels of the wheelchair touch it Firmly grasp the rear handles of the wheelchair tightly and pull hard while keeping the wheelchair tilted with the front wheels raised to prevent the occupant from slipping out of the chair until the rear wheels are over the step Keeping the wheelchair tilted move it a...

Page 26: ... both hand rims Do not jerk but move steadily and as smoothly as possible Do not swing your upper body We recommend that occupants who have not yet completely mastered safe use of the wheelchair should have the anti tip system fitted which is useful for preventing the wheelchair from tipping over backwards GOING DOWNHILL To go downhill safely the occupant should keep constant controlled speed and ...

Page 27: ...weight of the body excessively forward may cause the wheelchair to tip up onto the front wheels and overbalance possibly causing damage to the chair and harming the occupant To ensure greater stability the occupant should hold on to the wheelchair with his or her free hand Do not lean too far forward you may fall out of the wheelchair Do not move forward by sliding your pelvis across the seat cush...

Page 28: ...le TRANSPORT WITH AN ASSSITANT In cases where the physical limitations of the occupant prevent him her from moving and loading the wheelchair into the car on his her own the help of an assistant will be required The lightness and foldability of this model are very important because they enable the wheelchair to be moved easily even by persons with limited physical strength Remove all removable par...

Page 29: ...Backrest post with handle 5 Armrest 6 Seat canvas 7 Hand rim 8 Rear wheel 9 Quick release axle 10 Tyre 11 Rear frame 12 Crossbar 13 Tight passage transit wheel and anti tip wheel unit 14 Fork support 15 Fork 16 Castor 17 Footrest frame 18 Front frame 19 Footrest post 20 Heel strap 21 Footrest 1 2 10 7 8 11 3 9 12 13 14 15 4 5 6 17 18 19 20 21 16 ...

Page 30: ...ranty and relieve Rehateam s r l from any any liability concerning any malfunction and or damage due to such adjustments modifications Always contact Rehateam s r l and its technicians for any non standard requirements or modifications to enable them to assess such modifications and verify that they will not compromise the normal and safe use of the wheelchair Any modification of the original para...

Page 31: ... stability of the wheelchair resting on the wheels for narrow passages is reduced therefore pay great attention and seek help from an assistant 7 2 Anti tip wheel This accessory is designed to prevent the wheelchair from tipping backwards To be efficient it is fixed at approximately 2 3 cm from the ground You can have the anti tip wheel can be fitted on one or for more greater safety on both sides...

Page 32: ...ts height as described above Important warning for the assistant the push handle posts are safe to use only when the two levers L are tightly screwed in fact this condition prevents the posts from sliding up or down or even coming off accidentally Before pushing the wheelchair make sure the two posts are safely locked Rehateam s r l shall not be liable for any damage or injury caused by failure to...

Page 33: ...ess the pin and slide the post in until the pin locks in the support hole 7 6 Tray This accessory can be assembled only if the wheelchair is equipped with armrests To install the tray loosen bolt A of the support S on each side of the wheelchair until the hole is free to let the post go through Insert the posts parallel into the supports and slide the tray in to the desired depth Finally tighten t...

Page 34: ...he occupant in the chair around the waist and leaves the upper body freedom of movement The pelvic belt is fastened to the wheelchair via two anchorage points at the rear of the frame HARNESS This accessory holds the occupant in the seat at shoulder height The occupant s entire upper body is secured to the seat It is intended for use by occupants with particularly limited upper body mobility The h...

Page 35: ...ir the headrest unfolds too To put the headrest in its operating position pull it up until the two posts A are tilted downward starting from the central block B Before folding the wheelchair you should push the central block B down The occupant or the assistant can easily adjust the position of the headrest according to the occupant s need Unscrew the knob 1 to adjust the height Unscrew the knob 2...

Page 36: ...s provide superior smoothness and comfort on rough or unpaved terrain They are supplied only with the off road tyre and an aluminium hand rim 4 FAT WHEEL these wheels enable the wheelchair to be used on more difficult terrain They are only supplied with their matching tyre and an aluminium hand rim You can choose this type of wheel as an additional kit to the main rear wheels you choose for your w...

Page 37: ...d enable the drive shaft to compress and extend This is the ideal condition for driving as well as for inserting and removing drive shaft A 7 13 Wheels equipped with drum brakes This accessory enables the assistant to brake the wheelchair also when it is in motion It can also be used as parking brake It is very useful on slopes along which may be difficult for the wheelchair to negotiate To brake ...

Page 38: ...le Compatibility with the rear wheel depends on the size of the wheel itself 1 High pressure tyre Light and reliable suitable for most environments 2 Marathon Plus With anti puncture protection suitable for most environments 3 High pressure profile tyre Light and reliable more suitable for rough surfaces 4 Solid tyre Suitable for most environments it does not need inflation but its ride is less sm...

Page 39: ...ces of the order of 1 cm Soft castors offer a more comfortable drive than hard ones The pneumatic castor is the most comfortable but must be inflated regularly Hard casters absorb less vibration when driving on rough surfaces 7 18 Clothing guards Plastic lateral clothing guards of the mudguard type are provided with this model in combination with tubular armrests These are originally fixed with th...

Page 40: ...to the support fixed to the wheelchair Depending on the space available the bag may face backwards 1 or forwards 2 and is normally fixed in the front part of the wheelchair To remove the bag turn the knob A 3 from the locking position 4 until the slotted guide B 5 comes free 5 The knob s lever C can be in different positions in fact there are various locking positions 6 Once slotted guide B is fre...

Page 41: ...ive cleaning agents or degreasing substances which could cause damage Sand sea water water containing chlorine or other aggressive environments may damage bearings bolts nuts or any parts subject to movement We recommend avoiding contact with the above mentioned aggressive agents and in case of exposure performing a careful washing and cleaning The warranty does not cover oxidized parts and damage...

Page 42: ...m it is necessary to partially inflate the inner tube Next insert the valve into the hole on the rim and using both hands and bicycle tyre levers insert the inner tube into the tyre and work the edge of the tyre over the wheel rim While re fitting the tyre be careful not to pinch the inner tube and make sure the tyre is evenly distributed all around the wheel rim Finally inflate to the correct pre...

Page 43: ...other reliable sources We also recommend that you carefully read the manufacturer s instructions for correct use and disinfection as well as to avoid possible contraindications 8 4 Storage If the wheelchair is not used for a medium long period over 4 months it should be cleaned and stored in a dry and covered place and inside a box preferably that of the original packaging At the time of re use it...

Page 44: ...ed tyre pressure Inflate the tyres at the same and correct pressure The spokes are broken or loose Change the damaged spokes or tighten the loose ones The castor bearings are dirty or damaged Clean the bearings Change the bearings The wheelchair tips up easily The rear wheel trim is set too far forward Adjust the rear wheel trim further rearward The wheelchair is excessively inclined Increase the ...

Page 45: ...ST HEIGHT 270 470 mm BACKREST ANGLE 84 90 96 CAMBER 0 FRONT HEIGHT 400 530 mm REAR HEIGHT 380 530 mm TRIM centre of gravity 1 2 3 FRONT FRAME ANGLE 105 TOTAL WIDTH LS 200 mm TOTAL LENGTH lightest configuration 970 mm WHEELCHAIR WEIGHT lightest configuration 15 8 kg WEIGHT WITHOUT REAR WHEELS lightest configuration 12 0 kg WEIGHT OF REAR WHEELS pair 3 2 kg WEIGHT OF REMOVABLE FOOTRESTS 1 5 kg WEIGH...

Page 46: ...f The authorised distributor in cases of simple repairs may take action independently to eliminate the defect or bring the defect to the attention of Rehateam s r l in specific cases With reference to our production line that is labelled with the trademarks PROGEO and PHYSIO since these products are manufactured to occupant specifications and with artisanal and not industrial procedures minor impe...

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