Netti 4U Comfort
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1. Netti 4U Comfort CED ALU REHA Thinking ahead moving forward F PD CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION 1 1 Quality and durability 1 2 The environment and waste disposal 1 3 About this manual 1 4 Vital measures 2 QUICK REFERENCE 3 DESCRIPTION 4 FEATURES OF NETTI 4U COMFORT CED 5 ACCESSORIES 5 1 Assembly of Hip Belt 6 ASSEMBLING AND ADJUSTMENT 6 1 Unpacking 6 2 Main wheel 6 3 Front castors 6 4 Seat height adjustment 6 5 Back rest 6 6 Seat depth adjustment at the rear 6 7 Seat depth adjustment in front 6 8 Anti tip 6 9 Seat cushion 6 10 Back rest cushion 6 11 Adjusting velcro back 6 12 Foot support 6 13 Head support 6 14 Arm support 2 Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 MH 71071007 8 10 12 12 12 13 13 14 15 ES 16 16 16 17 17 19 21 6 15 Adjusting the brakes 6 16 Push bow 6 17 Seat angle tilt 6 18 Back rest angle 7 MANOEUVERING THE WHEELCHAIR 7 1 General about driving and parking 7 2 Driving techniques Step up 7 3 Driving techniques Step down 7 4 Driving techniques Slope 7 5 Driving techniques Up stairs 7 6 Driving techniques Down stairs 7 7 Transfer 7 8 Lifting the wheelchair 8 TRANSPORT 8 1 Folding for transport 8 2 Transport in a car 9 MAINTENANCE 9 1 Maintenance instructions 9 2 Cleaning and washing instructions 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 TESTS amp WARRANTY2. Risk for tipping Check the position of anti tip Don t leave a user in the wheelchair when it is tilted forward 7 MANOEUVRING 7 1 General techniques The weight and balance of the chair influences the manoevring qualities of the wheelchair The weight size and sitting position of the user are also influencing factors The position of the wheels will in addition influence the manoevring qualities The more weight placed over the main wheels the easier it is to manoevre If heavy weight is placed over the front castors the chair will be heavy to maneuvre Companion If the user is left alone in the wheelchair always lock the brakes and check that the anti tips are turned down Parking Increase the underneath support of the wheelchair by moving the chair about 10 cm rearwards making the front castors turn forward 7 2 Driving techniques Step up Companions drive up a step forwards e Check that the anti tip is turned up e Angle the wheelchair backwards e Balance the chair on the mainwheels and push it forward until the front castors are on the step e ift the push handles while pushing the chair onto the step A Turn the anti tip downwards Users drive up a step backwards This technique is only useful if the step is very low It also depends on the clearance between the footplates and the ground e Check that the anti tip is turned up e Drive the chair backwards towards the ste
3. A 3 point belt system is recommended This secures the user well during transport In the pictures straps of the type O Straint is used Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 21 Mount an eye bolt in one of the holes in the wheel frame bracket Hook on a hook carabine hook in the eye bolt The angle of the straps should be 0 45 9 MAINTENANCE 9 1 Maintenance instructions Extra parts replacement of single parts The Netti chairs are built of modules Alu Rehab carries stock of all parts and is ready to supply these on short notice Necessary instructions for mounting will follow the parts You can order original paint from Alu Rehab to repair scratches and minor damages to the paint Please contact your dealer to order A f defects or damages occur please contact your dealer A Check re adjust screws and nuts at regular intervals Check defects damages E g breakage missing parts washing of wheelchair Oring of bearings Washing of cushions check ant tp function Check brake adjustment check tyre wear As a rule of thumb use oil on movable parts and all bearings Alu Rehab recommends use of ordinary bicycle oil 9 2 Cleaning and washing 1 Remove seat cushion before washing the wheelchair Clean cushions and covers according to instructions printed on cushions Clean frame using water and a rag 4 f jet water wash
4. car lock Black or transparent is See chapter 5 1 for mounting optional Backrest Cushions Many to choose from Please contact your dealer Trays 3 models Foot box E Swing able lockable Upholstered PA and standard push on n model Upholstery for tray Offers a soft base for the arm resting on the tray Foot supports Angle adjustable Wedge Increases side support Universal Adjustable in fixed positions between 33 to 105 using an adjustment wheel Lumbar support Increases lumbar curvature Amputation support Vital Base Integral Pelvic stabilizer Seat Cushions Many to choose from Please contact your dealer Upholstery for calf support bracket Reduces pressure 10 Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 Head support Support C Large Support A Side support Support B Small Met Hygiene cover Protects the core of the head support Head cushion 40x40 cm cushion with Kospoflex filling and rubber band Head cushion Comfort Cushion with Kospoflex filling to pull onto head rest Hemi cushion An accommodating support for hemiplegic users Backrest extender 12 cm extender To be used together with 60 cm back rest cushion Main wheels 12 16 and 24 with drumbrake Foot board with lock The foot support can be swung to the side like standard foot supports Side support Correction Meant for
5. e Drive the wheelchair forward to the first step of the stair e Angle the wheelchair backwards on the main wheels e Have a firm grip on the push bow and keep the balance on the main wheel taking one step at the time e Reaching the bottom of the stair put the front castors safely down on the floor turn the anti tip downwards e If two companions are present one person can assist lifting in the front of the frame Do not lift the wheelchair holding onto the foot supports ZS Do not lift the wheelchair holding onto the armrests 7 7 Transfer Techniques for transfering to from the wheelchair should be practiced well with the persons involved Here we give some important advices for preparation of the chair With or without companion sideways Before transfer e The wheelchair should be placed as close as possible to the destination of the transfer e Pull the wheelchair backwards 5 10 cm in order to make the front castors turn forward e Lock the brakes e Remove foot support and arm support on the side of the transfer With or without companion forwards Before transfer e The wheelchair should be placed as close as possible to the destination of the transfer e Pull the wheelchair backwards 5 10 cm in order to make the front castors turn forward e ock the brakes e ilt chair forward 26 Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 Using a lift Before transfer
6. the angle of the footplate e The foot plates can be adjusted in angle e Untighten the screw B and adjust the foot plate to the required angle Fix the screw properly Removing the foot support e Pull the plastic lock on the foot plate 5 mm Allen key rearwards so that the pin is released and the foot plate can be folded up e Raise the foot support a few degrees e Release the foot support by pulling it slightly straight up e Swing the foot support outwards e Lift and remove the foot support 18 Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 Adjusting the calf support The calf support is height and depth adjustable To adjust height unfix the nut on the outside of the calf support bracket find the required height and fix the nut again III A x 10 mm open end spanner To adjust in depth the calf pad is removed from the bracket by using an open end spanner between the pad and the bracket Find the required position and refix it III B x 13 mm open end spanner A Never stand on the foot supports A Never lift the wheelchair by the foot supports Language A Lever for depth adjustment B Wheel for angle adjustment C Lever for height adjustment D Head support bracket UNE e Place the squared nut in the trace of the head support bracket as shown above e Place the head support in the head support bracket e The height and the depth of the head support is set to the re
7. tip should always be used for The anti tips should be mounted according to the safety of the user the mounting description which is enclosed with the chair upon arrival i 6 9 Seat cushion Use of the anti tip The seat cushion is attached to the seat e Pull the anti tip out plate with velcro e Turn it up or down 180 e Lock it in position e It is very important to place the cushion in the wheelchair before use Adjusting the height of the anti tip The anti tip can be adjusted in to fixed i positions The short position is for 12 amp 16 6 10 Back rest cushion main wheels and 24 in upper position The The back rest cushion is attached to the long position is for 24 main wheels in lower back rest with the velcro position e Unfix the screw in the adjustable extension piece as shown in picture below e This extension piece has two holes Place it in the required position and tighten the SCrew The seat and back rest cushion covers are washable and thereby reuseable Follow the instruction on the cushions for correct maintanance and washing of the cushions x 5 mm Allen key 16 Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 6 11 Adjusting the velcro back e Loosen the straps and place the back rest cushion so that the user gets room for the bottom and the integrated Mounting of foot support lumbar support in correct position e Grip the foot support in the hinge point e ighten the
8. to chair e ilt the chair back e Remove the head support e Remove the foot supports e Open the back rest angle slightly e Replace the components when transfer is finished 7 8 Lifting the wheelchair e he wheelchair should be lifted in the frame only and it is marked with symbol ill 7 8 1 where it should be lifted Il 7 8 1 Il 7 8 2 R Never lift the wheelchair with in the the push bow This is marked with symbol ill 7 8 2 A Never lift the wheelchair in the foot supports or arm supports A Never lift the wheelchair with a user in it 8 IRANSPORT Netti 4U Comfort CED is tested and approved to crash test ISO FDIS 7176 19 8 1 Folding for transport e Remove the head support Chapt 6 13 e Turn the anti tips upwards Chapt 6 8 e Remove the foot supports Chapt 6 12 e Pull out the locking bolt for the back rest and place the backrest forward in the seat Chapt 6 5 e Remove the main wheels Chapt 6 2 e Remove the front castors Chapt 6 3 8 2 Transport in car It is important to notice that correctional belt systems used in the chair are not replacing the need for a safety belt when transported in a car If the head support is mounted correctly it is very stable but does not replace the need for an external neck support mounted in the car The chair is marked with stickers in 4 positions showing where to fix the straps oy gt In front Use hook or strap attachment
9. 12 MEASURES amp WEIGHT Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 24 24 25 25 25 26 26 27 27 27 28 28 29 30 31 1 INTRODUCTION Netti 4U Comfort CED is a comfort wheelchair meant for both indoor and outdoor use It is tested and approved to EN 12183 1999 The tests were carried out by TUV Product Service GmbH in Germany It is also tested and approved to crash test ISO FDIS 7176 19 In Alu Rehab we believe that wheelchairs should be chosen based on a thorough assessment focusing on the needs of the user and demands from the environment Therefore it is important to know about the possibilities and restrictions of the wheelchair Netti 4U Comfort CED is a wheelchair designed for users with the need for comfort and relief The combi nation between the seating system and the ergonomical solutions in the frame construction offers many possibilities for adaptation and adjustments The wheelchair offers the possibility to vary the sitting position from activity to rest using tilt and recline functions Max user weight 140 kg D Specifications varies between countries Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 1 1 Quality and durability he Netti 4U Comfort CED wheelchair is tested at TUV Product Service GmbH in Germany following the European Standard EN 12183 1999 As manufacturer Alu Rehab A S evaluates the test to be equal to 5 6 yea
10. A S has made agreements with some manufacturers about some combinations For further information please contact your dealer or Alu Rehab A S Norway directly 30 Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 ALU REHAB 12 MEASURES amp WEIGHT Measured between skirt guards Measured from front of seat plate to back rest hinge without cushion Using standard Smart back rest cushion subtract app 3 cm Measured from from seat plate to top of back rest velcro The weight is including main wheels front castors foot supports and arm supports No cushion Max user weight is 140 kg Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 31 y LAL AUTHORIZED DEALERS www bragd no Photo Dag Magne S yland Tony Hall Print Prosessen no ALU REHAB Bedriftsveien 23 NO 4353 Klepp Stasjon NORWAY Tel 47 51 78 62 20 Fax 47 51 78 62 21 E mail post Qalurehab com www alurehab com
11. Ill 6 5 3 e The back rest hinge has 4 holes III 6 5 4 The hole positions are in accordance with the holes in the plastic bracket If the locking head of the gas spring is mounted in the inner hole of the plastic bracket the back rest hinge should also be mounted in the inner hole etc Il 6 5 4 6 6 Seat depth adjustment at the rear e f the seat depth should be adjusted at the rear release the locking bolt from the plastic bracket Ill 6 5 2 e Find the required position for the locking head in the plastic bracket and remove the plastic plug from this hole e Lock the back rest by pushing the locking bolt through the plastic bracket and the gas spring locking head e After changing the hole position in the plastic bracket the hole position in the back rest hinge must be changed into the parallel position Check that the hole in the back rest hinge and the plastic bracket are mounted in parallel position x 6 mm Allen key 6 7 Seat depth adjustment in front It is possible to adjust the seat depth with up to 10 cm in front Do the following e Screw out the screws in the adjustment piece Ill 6 7 e Place the adjustment piece in the wanted position e Replace and tighten the screws x 6 mm Allen key if the user has spastic tendencies the adjustment piece should not be pulled out more than 5 cm Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 15 6 8 Anti tip A The anti
12. a different size of main wheels unfix the hub bushing including washer and nut Remove the hub bushing and mount it in the required position 2 pcs 24 mm open end spanner English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 13 Main wheels and front castors should be mounted according to the description below 24 16 and 12 main wheel III 6 5 1 e Lock the back rest by pushing the locking bolt through the plastic bracket and 24 main wheel gas spring locking head III 6 5 2 When the seat height is changed ensure that the front castors are placed so that the lower frame tube is parallel with the ground A Check the position of the anti tip and readjust the brakes after moun ting the main wheels or changing the main wheel position IIl 6 5 2 A 6 5 Backrest s a Kr ee e To mount the gas spring lift the push GERE GUP IE PUST DOW an press the back rest forward If ith hand and lead th bow with one hand and lead the gas the back rest falls forward spring locking head into the plastic bracket III 6 5 1 repeat the locking procedure e Check that the hole in the locking head is or contact your dealer arallel with the open holes in the plastic iA i d e he wheelchair is set to a standard seat depth and the plastic bracket has 4 holes of which three are temporarily blocked with plastic plugs Ill 6 5 3 14 Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008
13. are parts please contact your dealer Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 29 11 TESTS amp WARRANTY The wheelchair is tested and has been approved for usage both indoors and outdoors The chair is CE marked Maximum user weight 140 kg TUV Product Service GmbH EN 12183 1999 fn TUV 5 Tested and approved to crash test ISO 7176 19 CE marking The CE mark is a proof that the chair meets the requirements of the EU directive for medical devices Warranty Frame Five years against material and or mistakes damages in manufacturing and workmanship Back rest armrest and foot support One year against material and or mistakes damages in manufacturing or workmanship Cushions tires and spokes No guarantee Damages covered by the warranty will be repaired replaced Please contact your dealer If in doubt please contact your dealer Special adjustments adaptations Special adaptations adjustments are defined as all adjustments that are not included in this manual When wheelchairs are specially adjusted adapted by the customer the warranty given by Alu Rehab A S Norway will not be valid If any uncertainty about special fitting and adaptations please contact Alu Rehab A S Combinations of Netti and other products not manufactured by Alu Rehab A S Generally in these cases the CE mark of all the products involved will not be valid However Alu Rehab
14. correction of bad postures in the upper trunk Pad for side support Correction Side support Stable Meant for users with de creased stability of the upper trunk For otimal function use together with Stable cushion Pad for side support Stable Calf pad hinged The user doesn t have to lift the leg when mounting or dismounting the foot supports Abduction block The block reduces abduction Small 80 mm width Medium 120 mm width 140 mm width Large Anti tip Anti tip with tramp pedal Tool set Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 11 5 1 Assembling of hip belt Illustration 5 1 1 e Pull the belt through the hole in the hip belt bracket Ill 5 1 1 Illustration 5 1 2 e Thread the belt back through the belt clamp Ill 5 1 2 Illustration 5 1 3 e Fix the hip belt bracket to the back rest hinge in the rearmost hole using the enclosed screws and nuts HE 5 13 2 pcs13 mm open end spanner 6 ASSEMBLING AND ADJUSIMENT 6 1 Unpacking 1 Unpack all the parts and check that everything is there according to the packing list Mount the main wheels Chapter 6 2 Mount the front castors Chapter 6 3 Check and adjust the seat dept Chap 6 6 Mount the backrest Chapter 6 5 Mount the seat and back cushion Chapter 6 9 and 6 10 Mount the foot supports Chapter 6 12 Mount the head support Chapter 6 13 9 Mount any acces
15. g risks Driving uphill Move the upper part of the body forwards in order to maintain the balance of the chair Driving downhill Move the upper part of the body backwards to maintain balance of the chair Control the speed of the chair by clutching the push rims Do not use the brakes 7 5 Driving techniques Up stairs A Always ask for assistance A Never use escalators even if assisted by a companion With assistance backwards e Check that the anti tip is turned up e Pull the wheelchair backwards to the first step of the stairs e Angle the wheelchair backwards on the main wheels e Pull the wheelchair slowly up the stair one step at the time keeping the balance on the main wheel Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 25 e Reaching the top of the stair pull the wheelchair backwards far enough to put the front castors safely down on the floor A Turn the anti tip downwards e If two companions are present one person can assist lifting in the front of the frame A Do not lift the wheelchair holding onto the foot supports A Do not lift the wheelchair holding onto the arm supports D The companions should use the strength in their legs carrying the chair avoiding unnecessary stress on the back 7 6 Driving techniques Down stairs A Never use escalators even if assisted by a companion With assistance forwards e Check that the anti tip is turned up
16. ing avoid pointing directly towards gas springs labels and back cushion 5 We recommend using soft soap 6 Wash the wheelchair well using clean water to remove all the soap Use methylated spirit to remove any dirt eft N For small damages to the surface original surface paint can be ordered from the manufacturer Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 28 The wheelchair Is going askew The wheelchair Is heavy to manoeuvre The wheelchair is hard to turn The main wheels are difficult to take off and put on The brakes are not functioning well The wheelchair feels shaky e The main wheel hubs might be incorrectly mounted e One of the brakes might be too tight e The user is sitting very askew in the chair e The user might be stronger on one side than the other e he main wheel hubs might be incorrectly mounted e Clean the front castors and forks for dirt e Too much weight over the front castors e Check that the front castors are not fixed too hard e Clean the front castors and forks for dirt e Check that the front castors are placed in correct position e Clean and grease the quick release e Adjust hub bushing further out from the frame e Adjust the brake e Check screws and adjustment points in general D Please contact your dealer for information about authorized service facilities that can give support if solution is not reached in this form When in need of sp
17. n t move e o reposition the brake loosen the two The brakes are constructred as screws on the inside of the brake clamp parking brakes and shall not be used Ill 6 15 5 as driving brakes 22 Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 Drum brake If the wheelchair is mounted with 12 or 16 main wheels these will be equipped with drum brakes If the brake doesn t brake properly To adjust the wire on one or both sides adjust the foot screw 2 4 rounds out Then re check the brakes If the wire is too loose Adjust the foot screw all the way in Tighten the wire by loosening the wire clamp before pulling the wire further through it Tighten the wire clamp and adjust the foot screw out again 6 16 Push bow The push bow is handle adjustable Ill 6 16 1 e Open the handle for to change the angle of the push bow III 6 16 1 IIl 6 16 2 e Lock the handle after placing the push bow in the required position III 6 16 2 6 17 Seat angle tilt The seat angle is regulated using the release handle mounted on the push bar The seat unit can be tilted from 5 to 20 Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 23 j j F Ey S ME 6 18 Back rest angle The back rest angle is regulated using the release handle mounted on the push bar The angle can be regulated from 90 to 135 The release handles have the following label Recline Tilt
18. nti tips Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 5 j ory F EF S RENNES 1 4 Vital measures Netti 4U Comfort CED is a comfort wheelchair designed for both outdoor and indoor use It is tested and approved to EN 12183 1999 The tests were carried out by T V Product Service GmbH in Germany D Specifications varies between countries Seat width 7 35 40 43 45 50 55 amp 60 cm Seat depth From back rest cushion to front of seat plate 42 5 45 47 5 50 cm Seat height 1 From floor to top seat plate using 24 main wheels in upper hole position 46 5 cm By changing position of main wheels it is possible to achieve seat height of 50 cm Back rest height uN 48 cm Using back rest extender gives 60 cm 6 Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 2 QUICK REFERENCE The content of this page is a summary of the whole manual It gives a brief introduction to the use and care of the Netti 4U Comfort CED wheelchair The quick reference is not a replacement for the manual only a reminder check list e Unpack the wheelchair Chapter 6 1 e Mount the main wheels Chapter 6 2 e Mount the front castors Chapter 6 3 e Put the back rest back and mount the recline gas strut to the back rest using the locking bolt Chapter 6 5 e Mount the cushions Chapter 6 9 and 6 10 e Mount the foot supports Chapter 6 12 e Mount the head supp
19. ort Chapter 6 13 e Set anti tip in active position Chapter 6 8 e Mount accessory See chapter 5 for more information Mounting descriptions will accompany the accessory D For troubleshooting see chapter 10 For mounting and adjustments see chapter 6 Drive carefully Never stand on the foot supports due to risk of tipping forwards A Never lift the wheelchair by the foot supports or arm supports When the chair is tilted rearwards the anti tips and brakes should always be in use Be sure to lock all handles properly The anti tips should always be used for the safety of the user D Product configuration may vary between different countries e If in doubt contact your dealer Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 7 ALU REHAB 3 DESCRIPTION Standard version Lock for push bow Release handle Push bow Head support bracket Angle and depth adjustment for head support 6 Head support 7 Back rest 8 Arm support with pad 9 0 c1 C5 N50 Seati cushion Angle adjustable foot support 11 Calf support bracket l r 12 Calf support EA 13 Foot plate JG 14 Front castors 1 15 Front fork i 16 Brakes HN 17 Anti tip NEM A 18 Main wheel ES n vil 19 Knee upholstery D If any of these parts are missing please contact your dealer Product configuration may vary between different countrie
20. p e Make a firm grip on the push rims and move the body forward while pulling A Turn the anti tip downwards 24 Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 Companions drive up a step backwards e Check that the anti tip is turned up e Pull the chair backwards next to the step e Angle the wheelchair backwards moving the front castors slightly up in the air e Pull the wheelchair up the step and go backwards long enough to put down the front castors on the step 7 3 Driving techniques Step down Companions drive down a step forwards e Check that the anti tip is turned up e Angle the wheelchair backwards moving the front castors slightly up in the air e Drive carefully down the step and angle the wheelchair forward putting the front castors back on the ground Turn the anti tip downwards Companions drive down a step backwards e Check that the anti tip is turned up e Move the wheelchair backwards to the step e Drive carefully down the step and move the wheelchair backwards on the main wheel until the front castors have come away from the step e Put the front castors down on the ground Turn the anti tip downwards 7 4 Driving techniques Slope Important advise for driving down and up hill avoiding the risk of tipping A Avoid turning the wheelchair in the middle of a slope A Always drive as straight as possible A It is better to ask for assistance than takin
21. pport seems to short in height it can be turned 180 by releasing the adjustment wheel at the rear of the horizibtal bar B 20 Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 Adjusting the height of the arm support e Untighten the screw on the arm support using a 4 mm Allen key e Raise or lower stem e ighten the screw When side support is mounted on the wheelchair it will not be possible to revolve this arm support e Press the red handle to release the arm support for to swing it backwards 6 15 Adjusting the brakes Netti 4 U Comfort CED is delivered with two diffrenet models of brakes e he brakes are freely adjustable along the frame tube Adjusting the depth of the arm support e Press the red knob for to adjust the depth of the arm support Il 6 15 1 Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 21 e o release the brake pull the handle rearwards Ill 6 15 2 FT N I11 6 15 5 Ill 6 15 2 Netti 4U brake e o activate the brake push the handle forward Ill 6 15 3 e For fine adjustment loosen the upper screw on the inside of the brakes Ill 6 15 6 e Adjust the brake position and tighten the screws Ill 6 15 3 e o release the brake pull the handle rearwards Ill 6 15 4 Ill 6 15 6 x 5 mm Allen key A Check that the brakes are correctly adjusted by activating the brakes and be sure that the wheel Ill 6 15 4 chair does
22. quired positions and tightened English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 19 e he head support bracket is fixed by tightening the four screws two by two diagonally so the bracket is fixed with the same strength divided on the four Screws Adjusting the head support in depth e Release the locking lever on top of the vertical bar A e Adjust the head support and fix it in required position Adjusting the head support in height e Release the locking lever on the head support adapter C e Adjust the head support and fix it in required position Adjusting the head support in angle e Release the adjustment wheel at the rear of the horizontal bar B e Adjust the head support and fix it in required position Adjusting the head support sideways e he head support adapter can be moved both to the right and left giving the possibility to accomodate special needs for head support e Untighten the four screws holding the adapter together e Move the adapter to the required position and fix the adapter by tightening the screws diagonally Remember to release the levers when adjusting the head support D If the head support stand does not fit the bracket perfectly the bracket is probably fixed too tight or unevenly D After fitting the head support fix it properly by tightening the little set screw in the centre on top of the head support bracket using an Allen key e If the head su
23. rs of normal use of the chair The disability of the usage as well as the level of maintenance done foremost decides the durability of the wheelchair Thus the durability will vary depending on these two factors MS 1 2 The environment and waste disposal Alu Rehab and its suppliers wish to protect the environment This means e hat we avoid using environmentally harmful substances and processes to the greatest extent possible e hat Alu Rehab s products are ensured a long service life and a high degree of flexibility to benefit the environment and economy e hat all packaging can be recycled e That the wheelchair was designed to be separated into its component materials to make recycling easier e hat the wheelchair was designed with many different auxiliary functions to improve the working environment for staff at instutions and hospitals 1 3 About this manual In order to avoid damages while using the Netti 4U Comfort CED wheelchair please read this manual carefully before starting to use the chair A x Symbol of forbidden actions No warranty can be claimed when ever these actions are implemented Symbol of warning Whenever this symbol is used caution has to be taken Symbol for important information Symbol for useful tips Symbol for tools Anti tip Correctly fitted the anti tip will secure the chair from tipping backwards We strongly recommend use of the a
24. s 8 Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 4 FEATURES OF NETTI 4U COMFORT CED Standard SEAT e Pressure distributive cushion e ilt 5 to 420 e Adjustable depth of 7 5 cm WHEELS e 24 x 1 Puncture proof main wheels with quick release axle e Push rim Oval plastic e 7 Puncture proof front castors with quick release axle Standard main wheels may vary between countries BACK REST e Angle 90 to 135 e Height 48 cm e he back rest cushion has integrated lumbar support and side support e Push bow FOOT SUPPORT Angle adjustable foot support e Height and angle adjustable foot plates e Removable ARM SUPPORT e Height and depth adjustable HEAD SUPPORT e Height depth and angle adjustable e Removable Accessories SEAT e Trays amp reading stand for trays See chapter 5 e Hip belts See chapter 5 WHEELS e Puncture proof wheels 12 16 and 24 with drumbrake See chapter 5 BACK REST e Back rest extender See chapter 5 e umbar support and wedge See chapter 5 e Different back cushions FOOT SUPPORT e Universal foot support ARM SUPPORT e Hemi cushions See chapter 5 HEAD SUPPORT e Different head support models See chapter 5 Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 9 5 Accessories Belts Several variants Hip belts with or without uphols i and with Spoke protectors plastic lock or For 20 22 and 24
25. sories Chapter 5 Ome CO DM CO N Tools needed are described under each chapter Accessories described in chapter 5 is a presentation of options and will be delivered with sepearate mounting descriptions 6 2 Main wheel To mount the main wheel remove the quick release bolt from the hub bushing lead it through the centre of the main wheel and into the hub bushing while pressing the knob in center Illustration on next page 12 Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 To check that the main wheel is properly attached to the hub remove the finger from the central knob and pull at the main wheel A If the main wheel doesn t lock don t use the wheelchair but contact your dealer 6 3 Front castors To take of e Press the release button under the front fork To mount e Lead the quick release axle into the bearing house Pull the fork slightly to ensure that the fork is fully locked Language 6 4 Seat height adjustment The seat height at the rear depends on e Size of main wheel e Position of main wheel e Using 24 main wheels in the upper hole the seat height is 46 5 cm from the floor to the seating plate e Using 24 main wheels in the next upper position the height will measure 50 cm to the seating plate e Using 12 and 16 main wheels the seat height is 46 5 cm from the floor to the seating plate If it is required to change position of the main wheels or to change to
26. straps so that they follow Hold it in an angle of app 20 to the side the curvature of the spine and gives a frame Put it into the plastic lock little extra support at the top of the attached to the extractable adjustment sacrum bar Swing it in and push down 6 12 Foot supports Angle adjustable foot support The Angle adjustable foot support is freely adjustable in angle It is also swingable and removeable Ihe foot plates are foldable and can be angled in fixed positions Delivered with height and depth adjustable calf support Adjusting the angle e he angle of the foot support can be adjusted using the star wheel e Loosening this star wheel enables you to adjust the foot support to the required angle e Fix the angle by tightening the star screw Language English Model Netti 4U CED October 2008 17 Locking and releasing the foot plates e The foot plates come with a locking bolt which makes the plates stronger e o lock the foot plates pull the plastic lock on the right foot plate and place the lock over the bolt on the left foot plate e o release the foot plate pull the plastic lock and lift the right foot plate up Adjusting the length of the foot support e Untighten the screw A to make the adjustment tube move e Adjust the foot support in required position and fix the screw properly For outdoor use there should be a clearance of 4 5 cm between the plate and the ground Adjusting
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