RGK TIGA FX, User Manual

Page 1: ...EN UserManual TIGA FX MANUAL WHEELCHAIR Issue 14 2015...

Page 2: ...nual If you are unable to understand the warnings and instructions contact a healthcare professional doctor therapist before attempting to use this equipment otherwise injury or damage may result 02 U...

Page 3: ...t Seat Upholstery Replacement 20 Procedure 3 Removing Fitting RearWheels 21 Procedure 4 AdjustingThe Quick Release Axle 22 Procedure 5 Replacing Hand Rims Tyres InnerTubes 23 Procedure 6 Adjusting and...

Page 4: ...g such a selection DO NOT use the footplate as a platform when getting in or out of the wheelchair Always wear your seat restraint if recommended The wheelchair shown and described in this user guide...

Page 5: ...05 UserManual SafetySummary WARNING Any products left in extreme hot or cold climates could result in hot cold surfaces which could result in personal injury WARNING This product has moving parts and...

Page 6: ...he centre of gravity Virtually all activities which involve movement in the chair have an effect on the centre of gravity Make sure the castors are pointing in the forward position whenever you lean f...

Page 7: ...f transfer from one location to another where physical mobility is impaired or reduced and is not designed for any other purpose Consideration must be given at point of prescription to required usage...

Page 8: ...08 RGKTIGAFXManual PropelledWheelchair A D E C F G K L J I H B A Backrest B Brakes C RearWheel D Front Castor E Front Castor Forks F Footplate G Footplate cover H Camber Bar I Frame J Under Seat Brac...

Page 9: ...easeprovidethefollowinginformationwheneveryouhavetoorderreplacementparts SerialNumber Name Dealer TIGAFX FXA001 1 2013 0044 1 543670077 info rgklife com MAXUSERWEIGHT125KG RGKWheelchairsLtd Unit8b cRi...

Page 10: ...n assistant should grasp the back of the chair on a non removable non detachable part Inform the chair occupant before tilting the chair and remind him her to lean back Be sure the occupant s feet and...

Page 11: ...nd over the kerb See fig 5 DO NOT return the front castors to the ground until the chair back has been pulled backward far enough to clear the edge of the kerb Unless the assistant has exceptional upp...

Page 12: ...Fig 9 Also be certain the wheel locks are engaged to help prevent the wheels from moving CAUTION When transferring position yourself as far back as possible in the seat This will prevent damaged uphol...

Page 13: ...board if at all possible WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees WARNING The position of the...

Page 14: ...ing to manoeuvre your new wheelchair it is important to practice and master these techniques until you are comfortable and competent WARNING During operation handrims can get hot when being used to sl...

Page 15: ...and Back Upholstery Inspect for rips or sagging Inspect fastening flaps to ensure they securely latch RearWheels Adjustable Axle Position Camber Bar is securely tightened Quick Quad release axles lock...

Page 16: ...utions Check tyres for correct and equal pressure Check for loose castor stem nuts Check all fixtures are secure and tight Check spokes and nipples for tension Check that both castors contact the grou...

Page 17: ...5 of this manual 8 Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tyre wear Refer to adjusting wheel locks in procedure 8 of this manual 9 Periodically check castor wheel bearings to make sure they...

Page 18: ...nd rear seat height as well as the tautness of the back upholstery are directly related to the chairs stability Any change to one or any combination of the four may cause the chair to decrease in stab...

Page 19: ...stery by peeling apart the velcro straps 5 Install the NEW seat upholstery making sure the fastening flaps hang over the right and left sides of the chair frame 6 Place the front fastening flaps in fr...

Page 20: ...shing both axle and wheel towards your wheelchair WARNING Changing the size of your rear wheels can affect the performance of the wheelchair Please contact RGK Wheelchairs Ltd numbers located on the b...

Page 21: ...decrease end play by adjusting the locknut on the end of the quick release axle See Fig 20 5 Reinstall rear wheel onto the chair NOTE Please note the quick release axle is removable and can be adjust...

Page 22: ...r X Core Wheels Repairing replacing rear wheel tyre tube 1 Remove the rear wheel from the chair 2 Remove all air from the tube by pressing down on the pin in the centre of the valve stem 3 Unscrew the...

Page 23: ...ustable axle position camber bar from both back posts to ensure the adjustable camber bar is positioned at a 90 angle to the chair frame 5 Securely tighten the allen head screws that secure the adjust...

Page 24: ...t CastorWheels 1 Using two 4mm Allen keys remove 1 of the 2 screws that locate the castor axle 2 Remove the castor axle by sliding it out Remove the castor wheel and spacers from the castor fork 3 Ins...

Page 25: ...Use same procedure as push pull lock See Fig 24 3 Adjustment All wheel lock styles 4 The wheel lock tyre pressure bar should embed by 5 7mm into the pneumatic tyre when engaged Adjust to give satisfac...

Page 26: ...directly related to the chairs stability Any change to one or any combination of the four may cause the chair to decrease in stability Use EXTREME caution when using a new seating position for the fi...

Page 27: ...emove rear wheels 2 Rotate the locking collar s ensuring the groves line up See Fig 27 3 Depress both Q lock levers down this allows the front folding tube section to fold under the chair Locking the...

Page 28: ...this style of pushing handle open the mini quick release leaver as indicated Fig 31 By opening the quick release lever allows the stroller handle to be adjusted in height 2 Once the desired height is...

Page 29: ...nti tipper wheels to between 25mm and 50mm of the ground 3 Repeat steps 1 2 for the opposite anti tipper WARNING RGK strongly recommends ordering the anti tips as an additional safeguard for the wheel...

Page 30: ...udes the following Folding sideguards UserManual Procedure13 Folding Sideguards All Materials During the folding down process of the TIGA fx the sideguards can be pushed down to fold flat against the...

Page 31: ...the lap or pelvis Other option is passing around the back and inserted in between the insides of the centre pad as per Fig 38 This style of strap is a positioning strap only WARNING It is not designe...

Page 32: ...s Wheels side guards Armrest Footrest Hand Rims Anti Tippers Frame Footplate covers Steel Fixing points Quick release axle pins Footrest Anti tippers FrameWheels Fixings Wheel Locks Footplate covers T...

Page 33: ...nty service please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your RGK product In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service please contact RGK directly by the methods shown below Prov...

Page 34: ...Customer Service 1 905 660 2459 1 800 263 3390 or visit www SunriseMedical ca...