PDG Mobility Evelation, Owner'S Operation Manual

Page 1: ...wheelchair USER Before using this wheelchair read this entire manual and save for future reference Class 1 Medical MANUAL WHEELCHAIR Owner s Operation and Maintenance Manual For more information rega...

Page 2: ...es 3 Safety Summary 3 Limited Warranty 4 Stairways 6 Escalators 6 Contacting Your Supplier To Obtain Service 6 Damage Requiring Service By Qualified Service Agent 6 Transferring To And From Other Seat...

Page 3: ...HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS TO DETERMINE IF A SEATING RESTRAINT IS REQUIRED TO ENSURE THE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT BY THE USER SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A FALL FROM A WHEELCHAIR S...

Page 4: ...the seat raised above the horizontal position or the backrest reclined to avoid the risk of tipping over and possible injury 6 Seat height adjustment of Elevation must only be performed with the wheel...

Page 5: ...recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best in overcoming architectural obstacles that they may encounter Techniques in this manual are a starting point for the new wheelchair us...

Page 6: ...clear the curb At this point the assistant will feel a difference in the weight distribution Roll the wheelchair forward and slowly lower the wheelchair in one continuous movement Do not let the wheel...

Page 7: ...foot on the next stair and repeats STEP 1 3 The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been rolled away from the stairway ESCALATORS SORRY DO...

Page 8: ...n stability and balance The approximate reach limit values shown in the accompanying graph were derived on the basis of a sample of 91 male and 36 female subject wheelchair users Note the difference b...

Page 9: ...pelvic tilt These belts will not be sufficient for persons with more involved positioning needs Only your health care advisor can determine the proper positioning products for your situation If used i...

Page 10: ...tubes should be BETWEEN 1 1 2 to 2 inches off the ground a If set too HIGH they may not prevent a tip over b If set too LOW they may hang up on obstacles you can expect in normal use If this occurs y...

Page 11: ...p over or loss of control and cause severe injury to the rider or others Rear Wheels WARNING A change in set up of the rear wheels will affect the center of balance of your chair 1 The farther you mov...

Page 12: ...ts If damage is evident notify your Dealer Carrier immediately 2 Remove all loose packing from the carton 3 Carefully remove all components from the carton NOTE Unless the PDG Elevation is to be assem...

Page 13: ...FETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST NOTE Twice a year take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer for a thorough inspection and servicing Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth o...

Page 14: ...REAR WHEELS Procedure 4 No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun 6 6 Quick release axles lock properly 6 6 6 FRONT CASTER Procedure 5 6 6 6 Inspect wheel fork assembly for proper te...

Page 15: ...at the same time 6 Chair veers left 6 Casters flutter MAINTENANCE FINE TUNING THE FIT Adjustment Guide The following instructions are intended to provide assistance in making wheelchair adjustments I...

Page 16: ...e bodily harm 4 If tires are pneumatic recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire 5 The wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced...

Page 17: ...d wrench securely hold the detent ball end of the axle 2 Use the open end wrench to turn the axle nut clockwise 3 Turn the nut approximately in turn increments 4 Insert the axle and test for play 5 Co...

Page 18: ...ease the tendency of elevation to tip over either forwards or backwards The use of anti tip devices are strongly recommended to avoid accidents or injury Camber Angle Your Elevation comes standard wit...

Page 19: ...elops with usage see your Physician immediately Warning Never use your Elevation without a fitted and attached seat cushion Back Upholstery The backrest upholstery is attached to the backrest with Vel...

Page 20: ...he brakes with the wheelchair occupied Side Guards Your elevation may be purchased with the patented Flexguard side guards These unique side guards flex inward to protect the occupants clothing from c...

Page 21: ...is fully lowered and ensure that the release levers have their safety latches firmly placed in the locked position Real time seat height Operating Instructions The gas springs on your Elevation wheelc...

Page 22: ...est Recline Operating Instructions Your elevation has a unique backrest design that allows real time adjustment The backrest can be adjusted to suit the occupants comfort by simply activating the adju...

Page 23: ...ICE BY QUALIFIED SERVICE AGENT In some circumstances it may be required that your wheelchair be returned to a Qualified Service Agent for repairs If any of the following conditions are observed the wh...

Page 24: ...tributes of the Test Wheelchair Feature Min Max Overall length with legrest 815 mm 32 in 876 mm 34 5 in Overall width 587 mm 23 1 in 688 mm 27 1 in Total mass 12 0 kg 26 5 lbs 12 0 kg 26 5 lbs Static...

Page 25: ...ndicate nature of the defect and if the product is serialized indicate the serial number Do not return products to our factory without our prior consent Limitations and exclusions the foregoing warran...

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