R Healthcare Accent 07 A, User Manual And Information Manual

Page 1: ...August 2013 Revision E www rhealthcare co uk MODULAR WHEELCHAIR ACCESS 06 J A Junior Adult Wheelchair ACCESS 06 H Adult Heavy Duty Wheelchair ACCENT 07 A Adult Wheelchair ACCENT 07 H Adult Heavy Duty...

Page 2: ...ering occupant sizes up to 160Kg The Accent wheelchair incorporates seat depths of 19 and is beneficial for taller users The wheelchair you have received has been built for you The User Guide is in tw...

Page 3: ...P18 2 3 Side Transfer P18 2 4 Brakes P20 2 5 Pushing Techniques P20 2 6 Kerbs P22 2 7 Steps Slopes P24 2 8 Seatbelts also posture belts P24 2 9 Occupant Controlled Mobility P27 Movement Stability P28...

Page 4: ...odular wheelchair is packed in a cardboard carton together with User Guidance Information Each wheelchair has its own specific identification code which is on a label at the back of the chair This cod...

Page 5: ...he possible configurations of R Healthcare Modular wheelchairs R HEALTHCARE ACCESS FULLY MODULAR WHEELCHAIR Diagrammatic representation of modularity with choice of wheel and castor type and position...

Page 6: ...to extend or enhance performance in line with the requirements of the wheelchair user These include Large Diameter Spoked Wheels 315mm Attendant Wheels One Arm Drive Mechanism Attendant Controlled Bra...

Page 7: ...lly Modular Wheelchairs have a folding backrest To raise the backrest for use lift both push handles upwards Make sure that the backrest plungers then drop into position as shown above and are fully e...

Page 8: ...gage the locking latch after replacing the footrest Both the height and the angle of footrests on the R Healthcare Modular Wheelchair are adjustable The angle of the footplate is adjusted by a jacking...

Page 9: ...ounting tube and clamping to the frame where required The brake may be mounted above or below the mounting tube above on the Occupant Controlled versions to provide optimum handle position Attendant C...

Page 10: ...antly reduced and we recommend their use when the attendant person requires a little help in lifting the chair When removing or replacing Q D wheels the brakes should be in the off position Depress th...

Page 11: ...nique which skilled users put to good effect when climbing kerbs Users should be aware that anti tip stabilisers become less effective when the wheelchair is on an upward facing slope It is most impor...

Page 12: ...el is repositioned Anti tip Stabilisers allow the occupant to practice back wheel balancing and skilled manoeuvres Access Build Specification 6 11 Stability Conditions Wheelchairs configured in the re...

Page 13: ...free to spring lock and insert the armrest into the sockets at the front and back of the frame then push down until the armrest clicks into position The R Healthcare Modular all round armrest locking...

Page 14: ...pplications where a back rest cushion or customised seating system is fitted In such cases Access Plus may allow the occupant position to remain at the optimum for balance and propulsion with wheelcha...

Page 15: ...ced if assembled in pairs Remploy Healthcare recommends replace both assemblies for continuity of wheelchair in use 1 Refer to stabiliser configuration table and check to see if fitted extension tube...

Page 16: ...r Configuration Table Wheel Type Position Standard Curved Stabiliser Items 1 6 Extended Curved Stabiliser Items 1 9 Hole Position 20 Wheel Forward Mid Extended Centre 22 Wheel Forward Mid Centre Exten...

Page 17: ...nd carer where applicable ease of use environment safety degree of independence transportation costs Clinical Assessment teams have a responsibility to provide the wheelchair occupant and carer where...

Page 18: ...heir approved distributor if they are having problem in using their wheelchair a simple adjustment or alternative build configuration may help to resolve the problem R Healthcare manual wheelchairs ca...

Page 19: ...ch them The occupant should place a hand on each armrest bend slightly forward and place both feet well back and firmly on the ground then push upwards to assist the carer 2 3 SIDE TRANSFER When the w...

Page 20: ...ular User Guide Page 20 August 2013 Revision E www rhealthcare co uk Figure 1 Getting in out of the wheelchair Figure 2 Side Transfer F i g u r e 4 Attendant Control Figure 3 Maintain a firm grip on t...

Page 21: ...ill coming back A combination of slope and camber is common in many areas Try the chair out on typical surface conditions nearby and practice manoeuvres likely to be encountered on a longer trip The p...

Page 22: ...going down a kerb finish position Fig 5 going down a kerb start position make sure that the front end of the chair is lowered slowly to the floor and that the castors are pointing to the rear castors...

Page 23: ...ction of travel and then pushing forward Note The chair must not be tipped forward or the occupant may fall out When stabilisers have been fitted this operation is more difficult to control and extra...

Page 24: ...ide Page 24 August 2013 Revision E www rhealthcare co uk Figure 7 Ensure that push handle locks are fully engaged before using Figure 8 Detachable push handles must be inserted correctly Figure 9 Goin...

Page 25: ...ould first be checked out with an unoccupied chair ENSURE THAT PUSH HANDLE LOCKS ARE ENGAGED BEFORE USE Two attendants at least are required for this operation The attendant supporting the main load s...

Page 26: ...ng or shortening is affected by slackening and adjusting the webbing as it passes through the male part of the fastener until the desired fit is obtained When adjusted ensure the webbing is tightened...

Page 27: ...ing discomfort 1 2 3 Fig 11 Belt with twin webbing loops shown in the correct orientation Fig 12 WARNING DO NOT disassemble shorten cut or drill this retaining belt it could seriously compromise the b...

Page 28: ...al effort needed to manoeuvre and pull a wheelie can be excessive consequently increasing the risk of accidentally tipping over backwards Maximum efficiency of hand propulsion occurs when occupant cen...

Page 29: ...uld provide permanent wheelchair ramps with a practical slope angle built according to regulations for safe access Technical Test data on stability of wheelchairs should be seen as a tool for comparis...

Page 30: ...t of the chair having detachable pushing handles these should be checked for security in the locked in position before attempting this manoeuvre Stabilisers may require removal if they interfere with...

Page 31: ...can reach it but also to remain safely secured during the journey With sideways folding wheelchairs the driver should pull the folded wheelchair into the vehicle into space behind driver or passenger...

Page 32: ...ormal traffic conditions such as cornering or coming to a halt and wheelchairs in vehicles should be prevented from moving by other means Dept of Transport approved designated wheelchair areas in low...

Page 33: ...w installation of clamps or fittings 2 11 FIRE PRECAUTIONS DISABLED PERSONS ARE AT GREATER RISK THAN OTHERS IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE THE ENVIRONMENT IN WHICH A WHEELCHAIR IS USED SHOULD INCORPORATE SAFE...

Page 34: ...tor Servicing Department and retained by the user as a reference Service checks should be carried out by the Authorised Distributor at the recommended interval specified on the Service Record Batch co...

Page 35: ...rmation received from upholstery manufacturer The fabric used for wheelchair upholstery is easily cleaned in situ However as there are some substances which may affect the material careful attention t...

Page 36: ...should be replaced Handrims Check security of fixing and damage to surface which could cause cut fingers Moving Parts Occasional lubrication of sliding parts and pivots We recommend the use of a none...

Page 37: ...D ENVRIONMENTS CORRIDOR WIDTH TURNING SPACE WITH ATTENDANT BEHIND FRAME SEAT ANGLE INFORMATION ACCESS ARMREST INFORMATION FOOTREST INFORMATION WEIGHT INFORMATION REAR WHEEL INFORMATION WHEEL BASE CAST...

Page 38: ...CCESS ARMREST INFORMATION FOOTREST INFORMATION WEIGHT INFORMATION REAR WHEEL INFORMATION WHEEL BASE CASTORS TRAILING CASTOR INFORMATION ISO 7176 IMPACT STRENGTH DYNAMIC TESTS SEATING AREA DIMENSIONS O...

Page 39: ...GHT INFORMATION REAR WHEEL INFORMATION WHEEL BASE CASTORS TRAILING OVERALL DIMENSIONS CASTOR INFORMATION ISO 7176 IMPACT STRENGTH DYNAMIC TESTS SEATING AREA DIMENSIONS OCCUPANT WEIGHT RANGE 50Kg TO 12...

Page 40: ...INFORMATION REAR WHEEL INFORMATION WHEEL BASE CASTORS TRAILING OVERALL DIMENSIONS CASTOR INFORMATION ISO 7176 IMPACT STRENGTH DYNAMIC TESTS SEATING AREA DIMENSIONS OCCUPANT WEIGHT RANGE 50Kg TO 146Kg...

Page 41: ...R Healthcare Modular User Guide Page 41 August 2013 Revision E www rhealthcare co uk R HEALTHCARE GROUP Distributed by Other Approved Distributors Part Number MSPML500...