User manual Exigo 20
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1. the castor wheel fork Figure 24 e Undo the screw in the hub of the castor wheel fork e Move the wheel up or down e Retighten the screw Adjusting the angle of the front castor wheel Figure 25 e Undo the screw 25A a little e Undo the screw 25B e Insert the Allen key into the turning wheel 25C and turn it to the desired angle see the scale e Tighten the screw 25B Thread lock such as Loctite Blue No 243 may be used Then tighten the screw 25A If the front castor wheel is at the correct angle the bearing housing will be vertical and at 90 to the floor You can achieve this by using a right angle or set square against the bearing housing and floor 14 exiGo2o Figure 25 MB3196 EN Adjusting the wheelchair Adjusting the height of the backrest Figure 26 The wheelchair is equipped as standard with a height adjustable backrest The height is adjusted by undoing and removing the fastening screws 26A on the backrest tubing and then pulling the tubing to the correct height Then adjust the Velcro adjustment and backrest cover NB When making this adjustment you must apply thread lock such as Loctite Blue No 253 to all screwed connections Adjusting the angle of the back Figure 27 The angle of the back can be adjusted from 5 to 15 As a standard the angle is 5 e Loosen the Velcro cover to access the angle adjustment mechanism e Undo screw 27A e Push2. See page 16 Change to larger or smaller driving wheels Using larger driving wheels raises the seat height whereas smaller driving Figure 20 wheels lower the seat height MEEN exIGOZO 11 Adjusting the wheelchair Adjusting the height of the front of the seat Figure 21 vex Ba a You can adjust the height of the front l oo of the seat using any of the methods described below Bearing housing Move the front castor wheel to a higher or lower position in the castor fork Front By moving the castor wheel to a higher castor position in the castor fork 21A you lower Wheel the seat height by moving the castor Figure 21 wheel to a lower position you raise the seat height Change to larger or smaller castor wheels Using a smaller castor wheel lowers the seat height whereas a larger castor wheel will raise the seat height If you change the castor wheels to a smaller model this will reduce the turning circle and thereby make it easier to negotiate tight spaces It will also provide more room for your legs On the other hand using larger castor wheels will increase the turning circle but will make it easier to negotiate uneven surfaces Change to a longer or shorter front castor wheel fork A shorter castor wheel fork will lower the seat height reduce the turning circle and make it easier to negotiate tight spaces It will also provide more room for your legs A longer castor wheel fork will raise the seat height
3. frame should be washed regularly with warm soapy water If the frame is very dirty a degreasing agent may be used The frame may be washed with a high pressure hose If you use this method avoid directly spraying the ball bearings Dry the wheelchair well after washing it or after it has been used in rainy conditions If a degreasing agent is used moving parts should be greased afterwards Disinfection Disinfection must only be carried out by qualified personnel The wheelchair can be disinfected with disinfectants that contain 70 80 ethanol Do not use disinfectants containing chlorine or phenol Cleaning the seat and backrest covers The upholstery and backrest cover can be washed in a washing machine at 60 C See the washing instructions on the various textiles Conditions which could damage the wheelchair The chair should not be used at temperatures below 35 C or over 60 C No specific requirements are made in connection with humidity or air pressure No further requirements are made regarding storage conditions Maintenance Screws and nuts Screws and nuts can become loose over time Therefore remember to check and if necessary retighten all screws and nuts on a regular basis A thread locking product such as Loctite Blue No 243 may be used If self locking nuts have been removed they lose some of their locking ability and should be replaced Driving wheels The driving wheels are fitted with spokes These sho
4. in the locked position Exigo 20 must not be used as a passenger seat in a vehicle The wheelchair user must be transferred to the vehicle s passenger seat and must use the vehicle s safety belt The maximum weight capacity for Exigo 20 is 140 kg You should regularly inspect the chair to reassure yourself that all screws bolts and other fastenings are secure When the chair is in use always ensure that the anti tip stabiliser is activated When any modifications are made to the chair such as moving the drive wheels moving the front castor wheels changing the backrest height etc this will affect the chair s rolling characteristics balance and tipping point Therefore be particularly careful when starting to use the chair again It is recommended that a qualified helper be used when transferring into and out of the chair Ensure that clothing bags and other items do not get caught in the wheel spokes Be aware of the danger of possible trapping injuries avoid putting your fingers between the clothing guard and the wheel and between the wheel and the brake If while using the chair it is necessary to raise the front of the chair in order to negotiate an obstruction never do this by just pressing down on the pushing handles Tread on the tipping bar while exerting moderate pressure on the pushing handles Sitting in a wheelchair for a long period of time increases the danger of pressure sores If there is a high ris
5. the screws Adjusting the angle of the leg supports Figure 32 The angle of the leg supports can be set to 70 80 or 90 e Undo the screw 32A e Push or pull the leg support to the desired angle e Insert the screw into the correct hole and tighten Adjusting the seat depth Figure 33 You can adjust the seat depth by up to 5 cm by moving the seat fabric forwards or backwards e Loosen the seat fabric e Pull the seat fabric forwards to lengthen the seat or backwards to shorten it e Fasten the seat fabric again MB3196 EN Figure 31 Figure 33 eXIGO20 17 Adjusting the chair Adjusting the height of the armrest Figure 34 and 35 In order to adjust the height of the armrest loosen the screw 34A Raise or lower the armrest to the desired position Refer to the scale 84B in order to achieve the same height on both armrests The scale shows the number of centimetres from the seat to the top of the armrest Re tighten the desired position the clothes protector can be moved in order to avoid openings to the wheel Loosen the screw 34C and push the clothes protector up or Figure 34 down Re tighten the screw The clothing protector cannot be adjusted on Exigo 30 in seat width 54 60 Adjusting the depth of the armrests Figure 35 Adjust the depth of the armrests by moving the armrest pads forwards or back
6. Say z L an gt Su SI Pa k exiGO20 5 Using the wheelchair Quick release hub Figure 5 The wheelchair has a quick release hub a IZ on each of the driving wheels Depress the button in the centre of the driving wheel to a remove or replace the wheel Lr O NB Check that the wheel is properly fastened by making sure that the button o pops out about 5 mm when the wheel bolt is fully in the casing ofp e II Height adjustable pushing Figure 5 handles Figure 6 The pushing handles can be adjusted by releasing the locking handle while simultaneously pulling the pushing handle upwards or downwards to the desired height Then tighten the locking handle again You can remove the pushing handles completely by releasing the locking handle pressing in the sprung plug 6A and pulling up on the pushing handles Armrests swing up Figure 7 e Press the release button and pull up the armrest Figure 6 Ensure that the armrest locks into position when you swing it back down Figure 7 6 eEXIGO20 MB3196 EN Using the wheelchair Adjusting the height of the armrests Figure 8 e Press the release button 8A and raise or lower the armrest Figure 8 Swinging out fitting removing the leg supports Figures 9 and 10 The leg supports ca
7. USER MANUAL GD EXIGOZO Sp handicare MB3196 EN D Introduction Congratulations on your choice of new wheelchair Quality and functionality are keywords for all Handicare wheelchairs Legend 2 Exigo is manufactured by Handicare For your own safety and in order to get the greatest benefit from the features of your new wheelchair we recommend that you read this user manual carefully before you start to use the wheelchair About Handicare Exigo 20 Exigo 20 has been developed in collaboration with the market The result is a unique wheelchair that is very comfortable and has good rolling characteristics A total width only 18 cm greater than the seat width provides good accessibility through narrow doors and in tight spaces Exigo 20 is easy to transport in a car or in other vehicles the chair is only 30 cm wide when folded Exigo 20 can be easily adapted to the needs of each user A wide range of adjustments can be made and the procedures used are intuitive and require minimal use of tools or replacement of parts Intended use Exigo 20 is designed for both indoor and outdoor use This wheelchair has been developed for persons with disabilities and as an aid for those who have problems with walking Users who can control the wheelchair by rolling steering and braking it themselves can use the wheelchair without an assistant Adjusting the wheelchair All adjustments mentioned in t
8. and will also give you the option of changing to a wider range of castor wheels NB Remember to adjust the angle of the castor wheel when you have changed the seat height you should also adjust the brakes when you have adjusted the seat height at the back Adjusting the wheelchair Adjusting the height of the back of the seat Figure 22 The height of the back of the seat can be raised or lowered by moving the wheel block up or down in the frame e Undo the screws 22A e Move the wheel block up if you wish to lower the seat height e Move the wheel block down if you wish to raise the seat height e Retighten the screws Figure 22 Adjusting the centre of gravity Figure 23 If you want the wheelchair to run more freely you can move the driving wheels forwards If you want the wheelchair to be more stable and less likely to tip you can move the driving wheels back e Loosen the fastening nut 23A on the wheel a few turns twist the casing 23B through 90 and move the wheel to the desired hole e Twist the adapter back 90 and retighten the fastening nut well Figure 23 NB Remember to adjust the brakes TEEN EXIGO20 13 Adjusting the wheelchair Adjusting the height of the front of the seat Figures 24 and 25 When adjusting the height of the seat you should adjust the height of the front castor wheels before you adjust the angle Move to another position in
9. es wheels Consumable parts 40 days after invoice griphandles etc Headrests legrests drum brake etc 2 years Not being service part or consumable part Options Accessories Handicare will only accept shipment costs and corrective costs related to warranty on equipment during the warranty period This warranty will void in case of e The product and or its parts being modified or items having been added by others than Handicare e Changes in cosmetic appearance by use e Failure to observe the instructions for use and maintenance use other than normal use wear and tear negligence collateral damage by neglect of earlier symptoms overloading third party accidents non original parts used and defects not caused by the product e Circumstances beyond our control flood fire etc This warranty does not cover e Tyres and inner tubes e Batteries covered by the battery manufacturer s warranty Clients and or Users have legal statutory rights under applicable national laws relating to the sale of consumer products This warranty does not affect statutory rights you may have nor those rights that cannot be excluded or limited nor rights against the entity from whom the product was purchased Clients may assert any rights they have at their sole discretion METEN exIGOZO 31 Accessories 32 e XIGO2O MB3196 EN Accessories Driving wheel and driving wheel fixings e Amputation blocks e Dr
10. exIGOZO 21 Safety in cars Fastening the seat belt e The pelvic belt restraint must be fastened at as steep an angle as possible between 30 and 75 e The shoulder belt restraint is fastened over the shoulder and chest e The seat belt is fastened as tightly to the body as possible and must not be twisted e Make sure the belt restraints is not kept away from the body by the wheelchair parts such as armrests and wheels For correct positioning see figure Figure 40 below e The chair must not be tilted backwards Make sure that the seat when used as a passenger seat peice eae oe in a car the body by the wheelchair parts such as armrests and wheels WARNING a Where possible the wheelchair should be in a forward facing direction and secured in accordance with the instructions from the manufacturer of the fastening system b This wheelchair is approved for use in cars and meets the requirements for forward facing transport and head on collisions The wheelchair has not been tested for other positions in a vehicle c The wheelchair has been dynamically tested in a forward facing direction with the user secured by both a stomach and chest belt 3 point seat belt 22 EXIGO209 MB3196 EN Safety in cars d Both the stomach and chest belts should be used to reduce the risk of head and chest injuries in the event of colliding with parts in the car e In order to reduce the risk of inju
11. financially for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this user manual All products that are mentioned in this user manual are registered trademarks and cannot be used in other contexts without the consent of Handicare MB3196 EN exiGO20 35 Dealer Serial number CE Sp handicare www handicare com
12. his User manual are to be performed by qualified personnel or in consultation with qualified personnel This user manual accompanies Exigo 20 AY handicare www handicare com 2 exiGoeso MB3196 EN Contents piu ce ca Vio Le p EMB RERE SERE ORI eee ERORI tne ese renee sere sees ier e aa sre irre eer 2 CINCO oe a i emca ie aaa aul Sup alama mada ea ea iii aaa ala il ii sa 3 Parts of the WheelChalr cccssssscccssseeccnnsseenseseeesneseeeneaeeeneeeseees 4 Assembly and TANSDOM ss aia too oi catei ata a ua iati pai 5 Using the wheelchair n escu aaa taca caii Sani east ata Saale ada 6 Adjusting the wheelchair ne anna eee anna menu nana mana nasaae 11 Fitting a positioning Delt xi cocaina ceia a tuia a 19 STE 211 NEEN IER NI OO SO E N NR NR N A RR N DR tear 20 Safety iN Cars resi aia n noni a lia d na aa din ate ui 21 Maintenane sosciitaea cm aia timezone cana iii a aia nui ai aia 24 Technical specifications sms ciao aul aia aia aliata al a 28 PANO La e esses cc RER a EREI a RR NENE a SARE RE SRR RI 29 CAP ANNES BRE RIN IEN a E SR RI ANII APR RI E SR ones 30 ACCESSOIIES ss i coace il oale nu aan a aud aaa Suit oie bea aula iau 32 MB3196 EN EXIGO20 3 Parts of the wheelchair In order to be able to read and understand this manual it is important that you familiarise yourself with the most common terms that we use for the different parts of the wheelchair Have a look at figure 1 and note the rele
13. ion within the lifetime of the product e User Those who use the product e Warranty The rights and obligations set forth in this document e Warranty period The period of time during which the warranty is valid e Warranty provider Handicare B V Vossenbeemd 104 5705 CL Helmond The Netherlands Notwithstanding the rights and obligations of Handicare Client and User set forth in Handicare s general terms and conditions of sale the rights of the Client and or User towards Handicare in case of defects are limited to the provisions set forth in this warranty For the duration of the warranty period Handicare guarantees that the product is without defects In case of any defects the User is required within two weeks after discovery of the defect to contact the dealer He has to complete a return form and return the product or part via the RMA process Handicare will at its sole discretion take the corrective action it seems fit under the given circumstances within a reasonable period of time depends on nature of claim from receipt of the completed return form The warranty period will not be extended after a corrective action 30 eXIGO20 niga een Guarantee Warranty period table Examples include but are not limited Description Waranty period to the parts mentioned below Frame 5 years Weldment frame New 1 year after invoice Repaired 90 days after invoice Brakes Service Parts Seat and back textil
14. iving wheels of various dimensions and with different tyres solid high pressure and pneumatic tyres e Wheel for single hand operation e Friction hand rim e Friction cover e Spoke protectors a e Assistant brake e Quick release hub for users with weak hands Front castor wheels and castor fixings e Front castor wheels of various dimensions and with different tyres solid or pneumatic tyres e Front castor wheel forks various sizes Leg supports Leg support adjustable angle 2 Footplate depth adjustable Footplate adjustable angle Amputation support Plaster cast leg support MB3196 EN Armrests and clothing guards e Armrests with short pads Backrest e Height adjustable pushing handles e Pushing handle e Pushing handle with neck support fastening Other accessories Pump electric O Crutch holder Table Seat cushion standard Seat cushion Smartsit Basic Seat cushion Smartsit Comfort Hip belt Fastening for hip belt Rucksack Seat bag Head and neck support 3 Fitting instructions are supplied with accessories Contact your nearest Handicare branch for accessories and spare parts exiGO20 33 Notes 34 EXIGO20 Ea aa Notes Warning The content of this user manual is only intended as information This information may be changed without warning and must not therefore be interpreted as an obligation on the part of Handicare Handicare is not responsible either legally or
15. k of pressure sores we recommend the use of special seat cushions to counteract the problem The surface temperatures can increase when the wheelchair is exposed to external sources of heat e g sunlight 20 exXiIGO2O MB3196 EN Safety in cars Exigo 20 as a passenger seat in a car Wheelchair users should transfer to the vehicle seat and use the vehicle manufacturer installed restraint systems whenever it is feasible and the unoccupied wheelchair should be stored in a cargo area or secured in the vehicle during travel The wheelchair can be used as a passenger seat in a car and has been tested in accordance with ISO 7176 19 When the wheelchair is used as a passenger seat it should sit facing forward The wheelchair must be attached to the fastening system it was tested for The system is a 4 point fastening system The system is a total system that fastens both the wheelchair and user to the car The system requires fastening rails to be mounted in the car User restraint system 3 point shoulder and hip belt Exigo 20 has marked off four points Figure 39 that must be used when securing the wheelchair e The rear tubing of the side frame above the wheel block e The front tubing of the side frame above the legrest hanger Figure 39 AN Handicare relinquishes itself of all responsibility in the event that Exigo 20 is used as a passenger seat in a car using a different fastening system to the one mentioned above MEEN
16. n be swung in and out or removed to make transfers easier The leg support is released by turning the handle 9A inwards or outwards while swinging the leg support Figure 9 Once the leg support has been swung to the side it can be lifted up and removed completely if desired To replace it follow the above procedure in the reverse order The handle will automatically lock itself Figure 10 MB3196 EN exiGo2Z2oO 7 Using the wheelchair Using the brakes Figure 11 Pull the brake lever towards you to lock the brake The brakes are only designed to keep the chair stationary Under no circumstances must they be used as a driving brake Anti tip stabiliser Figure 12 The anti tip stabiliser is deployed by pulling it out while simultaneously turning it down The anti tip stabiliser is adjusted as standard with a clearance to the floor which makes it possible to negotiate door sills and similar Figure 12 8 eEXIGOz 0 MB3196 EN Using the wheelchair Transferring into and out of the chair Figures 13 14 and 15 e Engage the brakes e Swing the leg supports out if necessary e Move yourself to the front of the chair before transferring to another chair bed etc N V i N NANU ji k NANNY Figure 15 MB3196 EN eXIGO20 9 Using the wheelchair Negotiating obstacles steps Figures 16 and 17 If the wheelchair is to be lifted up or down steps with the user in the chair if pos
17. ng eXIGO 20 Hanae AS C 1501 Mose P lt Ga www handicare com 36 cm 39 44 cm max 140 kg ERIE JAN 2010 Y handicare Suee EB 100001 www handicare com exXxXIGO20 29 Guarantee Warranty Definitions of terms Definitions of terms used in this warranty e Consumable part Part that is subjected to natural wear and tear or natural contamination during normal operation within the lifetime of the product section 9 of Handicare s general terms and conditions of sale e Client Those who purchase the product directly from Handicare e Corrective action Repair replace or refund of the product e Dealer Those who re sell the product to the User e Defect Any circumstance due to which the product is not sound or fit to use caused by a lack of quality of the material used to manufacture the product as well as the quality of the manufacturing process e Option An accessory delivered by Handicare to extend the standard product model e Product Product that is delivered according to brochure or contract e g wheelchair scooter battery charger etc e Part Part of product that can be exchanged or replaced This can be an option accessory service part or consumable part e Returns Product or part that needs to be returned e RMA process Process to return goods contact your dealer e Service part Part that is durable and may be subjected to natural wear and tear or natural contamination during normal operat
18. or pull the back to desired angle Figure 27 Tighten the screw 27A e Make sure you adjust to the same angle on both sides sta da asi EXIGOZ20 15 Adjusting the wheelchair Adjusting the brakes Figures 28 and 29 The wheelchair is delivered as standard with brakes which are adjusted to the middle driving wheel position To move the brakes undo the screw 28A located on the inside of the frame at the front of the chair Move the entire brake assembly along the track to the desired position The correct distance between the brake block and the wheel 29A is about 2 5 cm It should not normally be necessary to adjust the brakes from the position in which they are delivered Adjusting the anti tip stabiliser Figure 30 You should adjust the anti tip stabiliser when you have changed the centre of gravity of the chair e Undo the screws 30A Push or pull the anti tip stabiliser to the correct position e There should be a maximum of 25 mm from the end of the anti tip stabiliser to the floor e Retighten the screws Figure 30 16 eXIGO20 DECE Adjusting the wheelchair Adjusting the length of the leg supports Figure 31 The leg supports have a graduated scale 31A on the outside which will help you to get the correct length Adjust the length of the leg supports by unscrewing the fastening screws 31B about 5 mm Then adjust the leg supports to the desired length and retighten
19. ry to the user tables that are fitted to the wheelchair which are not designed for crash safety must be e Removed and secured separately in the vehicle or e Secured to the wheelchair but with energy absorbing padding placed between the table and the user f Where possible other wheelchair accessories should be secured to the wheelchair or removed from the chair and secured in the vehicle during transport so that they don t become loose and Cause injury to the user in the event of a collision g Support and positioning equipment must not be regarded as safety equipment seat belts if they are not labelled in accordance with the requirements of ISO 7176 1 9 2008 h The wheelchair should in inspected by a representative of the manufacturer before being used again after any kind of collision i No changes or replacements must be made to the anchorage points car fastenings on the wheelchair or to constructional elements or parts of the frame without consulting the manufacturer j When using electric wheelchairs in motor vehicles gel filled batteries should be used MB3196 EN exiGo2oO 23 Maintenance Maintenance described in this section can be carried out by the user Other maintenance work should be carried out by qualified personnel at the supplier in your municipality or at the technical aids centre For information about repairs or servicing please contact the technical aids centre in your county Washing the frame The
20. sible use the recommended lifting points The lifting points are the pushing handles and leg supports In order for the assistants to have a better lifting position they may lift one on each side of the chair Negotiating obstacles kerbstones Figure 18 When negotiating kerbstones or similar swing up the anti tip stabiliser Then place a foot on the tipping bar while you simultaneously push with the pushing handles Steep ground If you frequently use the wheelchair on hilly surfaces we recommend that a separate assistant brake be installed 10 eXIGO20 Figure 16 Figure 17 Figure 18 MB3196 EN Adjusting the wheelchair Adjusting the seat height The seat height can easily be adjusted You can also change the angle of the seat by having a different seat height front and back By changing the seat angle you can achieve better stability and sitting comfort The various methods of adjusting the seat height also have an effect on the wheelchairs manoeuvrability and rolling characteristics Figure 19 Adjusting the height of the back of the seat Figures 19 and 20 You can adjust the height of the back of the seat using any of the methods described below Move the wheel blocks up or down If you move the wheel blocks up you lower the seat height If you move the wheel blocks down you raise the seat height
21. stor wheel forks and adjust if necessary i e the axle should run freely around its axis but there should be no slack up or down e Check and if necessary adjust all screwed connections Repairs Apart from small repairs to paintwork the replacement of tyres and inner tubes and the adjustment of the brakes all repairs must be undertaken by qualified personnel at the supplier in your municipality or at the technical aids centre For information about repairs or servicing contact the technical aids centre in your county 26 exiGO2O MB3196 EN Replacing pneumatic tyres Figure 41 Pneumatic tyres are an accessory Removing the tyre Maintenance Remove the wheel then deflate the tyre by depressing the little pin in the valve or unscrewing the valve Ensure that the edge of the tyre sits well down in the internal depression of the wheel rim 41A Bend the edge of the tyre over the rim Use a special tyre lever 41B if necessary Take care to ensure that Figure 41 the tube does not become pinched between the lever and the rim Fitting the tyre Put the tube into the new tyre and apply a friction reducing agent tyre fitting lubricant or soap on the edge of the tyre 41C Ensure that the edge of the tyre sits well down in the depression of the wheel rim on one side Bend the tyre over the rim edge Take care to ensure that the tube does not become pinched Inflate to the correct pres
22. sure and fit the wheel to the chair MB3196 EN exiGoO2oO 27 Technical specifications Technical specifications and measurements The wheelchair is supplied as standard in various different seat heights and seat widths Which height suits the user of the wheelchair depends on two factors the height of the individual and how the chair will be used Consult your dealer or nearest technical aids centre if you are uncertain whether you have the correct height and width All measurements are in centimetres unless stated otherwise Seat width 36 39 42 45 48 and 51 cm _________ 39 cm adjustable 39 44 cm The wheelchair and most of the parts are manufactured using a special aluminium alloy The backrest and seat are covered with flame retardant material The driving and caster wheels can be supplied with solid or pneumatic tyres as desired Under normal use and with prescribed maintenance the wheelchairs expected lifespan is approximately seven years Waste handling Waste relating to packaging parts of the wheelchair or the wheelchair itself can be treated as general waste The main component of the wheelchair is aluminium which can be melted down for reuse The plastic and cardboard used in the packaging can be recycled 28 eXIGO2O MB3196 EN Product name CE mark Seat width Seat depth Max user weight Climbing angle Anchorage points car Year and month of production Serial number MB3196 EN Labelli
23. uld be checked and adjusted at least once a year Contact a local bicycle dealership or your nearest technical aids centre Quick release hub for wheels The quick release hub for the driving wheels requires regular inspection Check that the ball bearings are working satisfactorily The release bolt and ball bearings should be cleaned and oiled regularly EI o so SO col SSSS S ESS MB3196 EN exiGoO2oO 25 Maintenance Recommended pressure The chair is supplied as standard with solid wheels Find the indication of the size on the driving wheel or castor wheel and then read off the recommended maximum pressure in the table Note that a high pressure makes the chair easier to roll whereas a low pressure gives a smoother ride For optimal rolling characteristics the pressure should be checked regularly Driving wheel pneumatic Driving wheel high pressure Front castor wheel 6 pneumatic Front castor wheel 8 pneumatic Inspection after six months thereafter each year e Check that the brakes function correctly Adjust if necessary e Check that the tyres are in good condition and that there has been no damage to the sidewalls e Ensure that the chair is clean and that all moving parts function correctly e Check for any slack in the front ca
24. vant parts on your wheelchair The equipment on your wheelchair may vary slightly from the figure shown Figure 1 9 Backrest with backrest cover 2 Armrests Clothing guards O Seat 9 Leg support 4 eXIGO 20 9 Frame 9 Footplate O Pushing handle 9 Driving wheels 10 Hand rim D Brake 12 Wheel block Bearing housing for front castor wheel D Front castor wheel fork 15 Front castor wheel MB3196 EN Assembly and transport Assembly Figure 2 The wheelchair is supplied complete as standard The only thing you need to do is to unfold the chair and if necessary fit the leg supports Unfolding the wheelchair Figure 3 Unfold the wheelchair by pushing down with flat hands on the upholstery next to the seat tubing NB Do not grasp the seat tubing you may catch your fingers Put the seat cushion accessory in position and ensure that it lies correctly on the seat fabric Folding up the wheelchair Figure 4 Remove the seat cushion accessory and fold up the footplates or remove the leg supports before you fold up the wheelchair Grasp the seat fabric and lift it directly upwards The seat will fold itself up Make sure that the backrest fabric folds itself backwards MB3196 EN Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 y AU IAS l Y gE a l V aS yest es es
25. wards e Loosen the screws 35A using a 10 mm wrench e Push the armrest pads forwards backwards to the desired position and tighten the screws Figure 35 18 eXIGO20 MB3196 EN Fitting a positioning belt Fitting the hip belt accessory Figures 34 37 and 40 Figur 34 37 og 40 e Unscrew the screw 34A Use a 4 mm Allen key e Fit the hip belt as shown in figure 37 Use the screw you removed e Check that the hip belt is correctly adapted to the wheelchair user The belt should lie firmly over the hip at an angle of approx 45 from the fixing position on the wheelchair e Make sure the belt is clean and thatthe Figure 34 locking mechanism works at all times The belt and locking mechanism can be cleaned using a damp cloth A Placing the belt over the hip against the soft skin of the stomach can result in the wrong sitting position and the user sliding forward in the wheelchair Figure 37 Correct placing of belt Incorrect placing of belt Figure 40 TEEN exIGOZO 19 Safety Do not stand on or exert great pressure on the footplates A wheelchair should be considered as a replacement for walking Users must therefore move among pedestrians and not on trafficked roadways When you wish to transfer out of the chair ensure that you are on as stable and even a surface as possible In order to ensure that the chair does not move make sure that the brake is
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