Motion Composites APEX Aluminum, User Manual

Page 1: ...1 User Manual User Manual Ultralight Rigid Wheelchair 0070380B 00 v7 APEX USER MANUAL ENGLISH ...

Page 2: ...ies use or maintenance please contact your authorized Motion Composites dealer Please record the following information for future reference Date of purchase Serial Number Supplier Address Telephone Redefining the world s expectations about rigid chairs Introducing the APEX from Motion Composites Our newest ultralight fully adjustable rigid wheelchair represents a revolution in rigid chair design W...

Page 3: ... that s 20 stronger than 7005 aluminum This elevates the APEX Aluminum into a new category of adjustable performance carbon T 700 High Modulus Carbon T700 The lightest and most rigid material available also renowned for its vibration dampening properties impact guard Integrated Impact Guard with Top Grip Prevents daily use scratches to the front of frame Adds high friction grip for transfers Prote...

Page 4: ...AINTENANCE OF YOUR APEX 14 10 1 SERVICE 10 2 REPLACEMENT PARTS 10 3 TOOLS NEEDE 10 4 GENERAL MAINTENANCE 10 4 1 TIRE PRESSURE 10 4 2 CLEANING YOUR WHEELCHAIR 15 10 4 3 STORING AND SHIPPING YOUR WHEELCHAIR 10 5 BACKREST 10 5 1 REMOVING INSTALLING THE BACK CANES 10 5 2 ADJUSTING THE BACK ANGLE 10 5 3 REMOVING INSTALLING THE SEAT BELT 10 5 4 ADJUSTING THE BACKREST HEIGHT 10 5 5 INSTALLING REMOVING ST...

Page 5: ...aces you are likely to use your chair and 3 Your need for options for your safety and comfort such as anti tippers positioning belts or special seating systems If you ignore this warning you may endanger your health WARNING TIE DOWN RESTRAINTS Motion Composites recommends that wheelchair users not be transported in vehicles of any kind while in wheelchairs Motion Composites recognise that the safe...

Page 6: ...t or sudden stop a wheelchair seat belt will NOT prevent injuries and may in fact cause injuries ALWAYS transfer to an approved vehicle seat before the vehicle begins moving ALWAYS secure yourself in the approved vehicle seat using the proper seating restraints in a motor vehicle lap shoulder belts in a plane lap belts etc NEVER transport your chair in the front seat of a vehicle Movements of the ...

Page 7: ...ry can absorb moisture Padding foam Thickness 10mm Compression hardness 0 231 0 258 kPa Foam volume weight 32 0 33 6 kg m3 Cover material Polyester and Nylon antimicrobial antifungal Cal 117 Flame resistant 6 1 1 Cushion All cushions are made of waterproof material that can be cleaned Seams are not waterproof Padding foam Thickness 2 or 3 51 or 76mm Compression hardness 0 245 0 289 kPa Foam densit...

Page 8: ... adjustments should be performed by a professional and the wheelchair user should be aware that the stability could be affected by these adjustments DO NOT tilt the wheelchair or perform a wheelie without assistance DO NOT stand on the wheelchair or part of the frame of the wheelchair DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheelchair unless it is fully open and the seat frame rails are fully seated into ...

Page 9: ...moving the rear wheels backward Your authorized Motion Composites dealer will be able to give you expert personalized advice in such matters 3 ALWAYS have someone assist you until you learn your chair s balance points and are completely comfortable in your ability to operate your chair under all conditions so as to avoid tip overs 4 ALWAYS use anti tippers If you ignore these Warnings you may fall...

Page 10: ...you must go through a slope or a vertical rise of 10 feet 3 meters or more the angle of the slope should not exceed 5 7 degrees which corresponds to a 10 slope is a rise of 1 meter for a distance of 10 meters Make sure to be assisted by a caregiver if you have trouble on the slope or if the slope is between 5 7 and 10 degrees Try to move straight up or down the slope Avoid turning on a downhill sl...

Page 11: ...at the front of the wheelchair facing the user 3 The assistant at the rear of the wheelchair is in control and know how to climb a flight of stairs He or she must tilt the wheelchair back to find its balance point on the rear wheels 4 NEVER attempt to lift a wheelchair by lifting on any removable detachable parts including upholstery removable push handles or push handle grips 5 ALWAYS hold the wh...

Page 12: ...locks pull wheel lock handle backward for push to lock type or push wheel lock handle forward for pull to lock type until the lock is fully disengaged Fig 2 9 3 Footrest 9 3 1 Adjusting the footrest height The Apex is equiped with a single footrest plate Make sure to remove any load on the footplate Loosen the bottom right and left stem to frame bolts Adjust the height of the footplate in the limi...

Page 13: ...the anti tippers 2 To replace the anti tippers press the release button and insert them into the frame until they snap into position Highest Curb Clearance 1 1 2 to 2 depending on configuration Anti tippers should not be used as a tipping aid Always install both anti tippers 9 8 Rear Wheels Axles 9 8 1 Quick release axles WARNING Stainless quick release axles are a standard wheelchair component Ot...

Page 14: ...265 lb 120 kg 9 10 2 Adjustable height push handles Adjustment instructions To adjust the height of the push handles pull on the lever 1 to open the clamp Fig 10 3 Set the height and push the lever 1 to close the clamp NEVER use the adjustable height push handles to lift the wheelchair or pull the chair especially when it is occupied as they may detach Note The position of the clamp on the back ca...

Page 15: ... 9 and remove screw 2 from the levelling device Adjust to desired angle by sliding the mechanism Reinstall screw 2 and tighten both screws to fit snugly Settings 3 increments from 80 to 101 Fig 9 10 5 3 Removing Installing the seat belt Remove Screw 1 in order to remove the seat belt clamp 2 that is attached to the belt Fig 10 Reinstall screw 1 directly on the frame clamp 3 Fig 11 Tighten screw 1 ...

Page 16: ... 15 To adjust height slide the upper part of the armrest into the lower part Adjust the structure 2 at the desired height Flip the lever back to the closed position Make sure the armrest clicks in place for complete securement Fig 15 10 6 3 Installing removable T armrests and rigid sideguard Install armrest receiver 1 Fig 16 on the upper tube of the frame at a distance of 160mm 6 1 4 from the rear...

Page 17: ...in minimal insertion Firmly tighten the screws at 12 Nm of torque on the stem 10 8 Seat 10 8 1 Replacing Seat Upholstery Fig 20 Remove current upholstery Velcro Install new upholstery Adjust tension with Velcro Straps 10 9 Seat to floor height Any modification to the seat to floor height involves adjustment of anti tippers front caster angle and rear wheel toe in toe out if equipped with 2 4 6 or ...

Page 18: ...elease button there is a nut that adjust the length of the axle Hold the axle with a wrench at the other end near the detent balls Fig 23 and turn the nut behind the quick release button to change the length of the axle Reinstall the quick release into the axle bushing on the wheelchair Quick release detent balls should extend beyond the axle bushing for a secure lock 10 11 2 Replacing Adjusting h...

Page 19: ...Maintain the wheelchair on a horizontal plane with the support of the three other wheels Loosen screw of the rear camber tube clamp 1 Fig 27 while keeping a bit of tension Rotate the axle bushing 3 so that the flat spot is perpendicular to the ground Tighten the screw of the rear camber tube clamp 1 10 11 6 Adjusting the centre of Gravity Remove the rear wheel Loosen the 2 bolts 1 of the wheel mou...

Page 20: ...ling an amputee axle plate Amputee axle plate is not compatible on the Apex 10 17 Using a paratransit service To reduce risk of injuries Motion Composites recommend that wheelchair users should not be transported in any kind of vehicles while sitting in a wheelchair Motion Composites recognize that the safest transit option for a wheelchair user is to transfer into an appropriate seat in the vehic...

Page 21: ...ree with all provisions of this warranty 2 It is forbidden to alter or extend the foregoing express warranty or to waive any of the limitations or exclusions 12 Particular damages 12 1 Damages requiring service by a qualified service agent If any of the following conditions are observed the wheelchair must be serviced by a qualified service agent Any wheel adjustment Any defective ball bearings of...

Page 22: ...ted by the owner or an assistant with the proper tools If any part appears not to work properly after inspection the wheelchair should be immediately sent for repair to a qualified technician Disposal and Recycling the wheelchair In the case of disposal return the device to your dealer or rehabilitation center All components of the product should be disposed and recycled in accordance with nationa...

Page 23: ...ption must keep in mind First ISO 7176 19 only tests for wheelchair performance where the wheelchair secured in the forward facing position is involved in a frontal impact collision at 30 mph 48 kph It does not test for wheelchair performance in any other type of collision including without limitation side impacts rear impacts rollovers or higher speed frontal impacts Second compliance with ISO 71...

Page 24: ...an National Standards Institute Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America ISO International Standards Organization Transit Tie Downs Package Equipment installed on the wheelchair which allows the wheelchair to be anchored in a motor vehicle The Motion Composites transit tie down equipment consists of tie down anchor points and a pelvic belt Wheelchair Tie down an...

Page 25: ...formance in any configuration other than the configuration described herein Motion Composites has not authorized any person to make any such claims or warranties on Motion Composites behalf WARNING The wheelchair equipped with Motion Composites Transit Tie Down Option has been dynamically tested in a forward facing orientation for a 30 mph 48 km h frontal impact with varying weights as set forth i...

Page 26: ...pelvic and upper torso shoulder belts should be used to reduce the possibility of head and chest impacts with components of the motor vehicle MOTION COMPOSITES REQUIRES THAT BOTH PELVIC AND UPPER TORSO BEL TS BE USED FOR MAXIMUM PROTECTION IN A FRONTAL IMPACT COLLISION WARNING The backrest angle may be adjustable on your Motion Composites wheelchair You must adjust the backrest angle so that it do...

Page 27: ...r zone FCZ is measured from the forward most point on the occupant s head and should measure at least 26 in 66 cm if both a pelvic and upper torso belt are used See figure 3 NOTE The recommended frontal clear zone may not be achievable for wheelchair seated vehicle operators The rear clear zone RCZ is measured from the rearmost point on the occupant s head and should measure at least 16 in 40 64 c...

Page 28: ...he center of the chest and connect to the pelvic belt near the hip of the wheelchair occupant See figure 6 Figure 6 Proper Pelvic Belt Placement Pelvic restraints should make full contact accross the front of the body near the junction of the tigh and pelvis Belt restraints must not be held away from the body by wheelchair components such as armrests or wheels Figure 7 Upper Torso Belt Placement W...

Page 29: ...uld be replaced WARNING The wheelchair seatback should be positioned at an angle of no more than 20 degrees to the vertical If a greater recline angle is required the upper torso belt anchor point should be moved rearward along the vehicle s sidewall to ensure that the belt maintains contact with the wheelchair occupant s shoulder and chest WARNING Visually inspect all WTORS equipment according to...

Page 30: ...justable Slide On Back Upholstery Slip on Backrest Type Aluminum Adjustable Height 18 21 in Footrest Angle 70 degrees Rear Wheels 24 spoke wheels with 0 degrees of camber Rear Tire Soft Urethane 1 25 in Casters 6 Polyurethane tire on a 3 spoke composite wheel Footrest Aluminum adjustable angle Other Options None Mass of ATD 172 lb Maximum User Weight 250 lb Conversion chart Inches Metric Inches Me...

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Page 32: ...elchair as directed in the manual you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Motion Composites 160 Armand Majeau Sud Saint Roch de l Achigan Quebec J0K 3H0 Canada Phone 1 866 650 6555 Fax 1 888 966 6555 support motioncomposites com www motioncomposites c ...