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1. o 1 1 The wheelchair moves too heavy att Squeaks rattles JEJNETNE Sluggish turning 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL I x EL D International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail salesevanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com VAN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail sales vanosmedical com www vanosmedical com Globetraveller user manual 9 WARRANTY 9 1 Warranty application Together with your wheelchair you get the factory warranty However it is possible that your dealer offers a supplementary warranty This manual only handles the factory warranty as given by Van Os Medical This warranty is only granted to you as the consumer It is not intended to be used commercially like hiring or institutional use The warranty is limited to defects to materials and possible hidden shortages VAN OS MEDICAL guarantees the following components on your EXCEL wheelchair COMPONENT A Side frames cross bar B Wheels hand brakes front forks arm rests foot rests and all components not stated here under C Upholstered components like seat and back upholstery and rigid arms plastic parts as foot plates coating and rubber parts Tyres and inner tubes 0 Also you can find the warranty periods label on frame of your wheelchair See also chapter 1 Garantie 10 j jaar 24 maanden uitg
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4. Smart mobility solutions User Manual Excel Globetraveller Read instructions before use Globetraveller user manual YOU AND OR YOUR ATTENDANT MUST READ AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE USE General information You have just purchased a Van Os Medical UK Ltd wheelchair and we want to thank you for the confidence in our EXCEL products The EXCEL wheelchair is a quality product It is adjustable in many different ways and it can also be easily upgraded The policy of Van Os Medical UK Ltd is to continually improve the quality and reliability of our products We reserve the right therefore without prior notification to alter this guide It is important that your guide for the use of the wheelchair is read carefully The manual contains important information about the safe use and maintenance of your wheelchair We recommend that you keep this guide it s also your proof of warranty and you will find it useful for referring to at a later date The safety instructions in this guide are general guidelines that must be seen as broad guidelines It is possible that you develop your own ways for many common actions However we advise you to consult a professional for assistance in developing safe and effective techniques with regards to your daily activities and your physical capabilities Your new wheelchair requires frequent maintenance much of which you can do yourself We want you to take your wheelchair onc
5. the back of wheelchair The attendant at the back of the wheelchair grabs the push handles and let the wheelchair tip backwards until it in balance When the wheel is in balance the attendant at the front of the wheelchair needs to grab the side frames You are now in position to climb the stairs The attendant on the front pushes the side frames up until they are above the first step and the attendant on the back makes the first step on the stairs Repeat this technique until the last step of the stair see figure 17 You can let the front castors down when the attendant on the front has taken the last step DIE N S pie lt Going down stairs To go down the stairs you need to do the same things as when you where going down the stairs only in reversed order and you needs to go down the stairs forwards Warning Never lift a wheelchair by the push handles armrests or footrests picture 16 Always hold a part of the main frame 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL xX I 2 International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail salesevanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com VAN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail sales vanosmedical com www vanosmedical com Globetraveller user manual MAKING ADJUSTMENTS TO YOUR WHEELCHAIR CAN CAUSE BIG RISKS FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE FUNCTION
6. 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail sales vanosmedical com www vanosmedical com 15 CERTIFICATE EN 12183 ISO 7176 15 XL EN 1041 ISO 7176 9 0 6 Product identification Product Physically propelled wheelchair Brand Excel Model type Globetraveller Version 0 16 ds Manufacturer Name Van Os Medical B V AN E Address Koperslagerij 9 m NOUS J Country The Netherlands m 207097 ZO 2 EU Representative Name W van Os 23 2 Address Koperslagerij 9 OY Gg 9 NG DONC Yok a Country The Netherlands 4 XU Function Director d JN Technical constructed file Yo A Prepared by Name J M J Brouwer BBA gt 96 Function Research and Development o A Ng E Issue date 01 01 2009 w te TCF date 01 01 2009 e 8 Recertification date y Oe 9097 Certificate report no pee c Crash test report no according to ISO 7176 19 4 01 196 5 DM S D Means of conformity 9 ds The product is in conformity with Directive 93 4274EG based on the use of a a Technical construction file in accordance with Article 9 Class products of the A D Directive f De 019 96 Signature o
7. E mail salesevanosmedical com www vanosmedical com 1 IDENTIFICATION Globetraveller user manual Your wheelchair is equipped with a unique identification number You can find this number on the cross frame of your wheelchair Below is an example of the frame label on which you can find the identification number Furthermore you will find the explanation of the various data stored on the frame label listed below 1 130 3 2 ISN s Excel 200 G5 AN Bu 0070070000 CE Rolstoel voor binnen buitengebruik 6 __ __ Wheelchair for indoor outdoor use 4 Fauteuil a dominante 4 ext rieur int rieur Garantie 10 jaar 24 maanden uitgezonderd van garantie zijn onderdelen die onderhevig zijn aan slijtage 7 Warranty 10 years 24 months parts subject to normal usage wear and tear are excluded from warranty 1 Production date 2 Serial number 3 Maximum user weight 4 Type number 5 Model name 6 Usage application 7 Warranty VANOS Garantie 10 ans 24 mois la garantie exclue les pi ces d usures normal Van Os Medical B V Koperslagerij 9 4651 SK Steenbergen The Netherlands www vanosmedical com The date on which your wheelchair was manufactured Every wheelchair has its own unique identification number YOU must have this number when making technical requests or if warranty parts are required The largest occupant we
8. OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR ADJUSTMENTS MADE BY YOURSELF ARE STRONGLY ADVISED AGAINST AND CARRIED OUT AT YOUR OWN RISK ALWAYS SEEK ADVICE FROM AN APPROVED DEALER BEFORE MAKING ADJUSTMENTS 5 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND MOUNTING OPTIONS In this chapter we will explore all the possibilities that you have with your wheelchair All setting and user instructions such as the removal of the footrest will be discussed Your wheelchair is an Excel Globetraveller The wheelchair is available in self propel and transit versions see section 2 2 for further explanation on this On the cross frame of your wheelchair you will find a label on which you can find which wheelchair you own Further on in this chapter we can refer to a specific version Warning We advise you if you want to make changes where tools are needed to consult with your dealer 5 1 Tools and technical information For the maintenance of your wheelchair you will in some cases need tools For your wheelchair you will need the following tools Phillips screwdriver PH2 Allen keys 4 5 and 6 mm Cross ring or keys 8 10 13 and 26 mm Spanners 19 and 22 mm Socket wrench 19 mm Excel Globetraveller Seat width 45 cm Seat depth 43 cm Seat height 50 cm Backrest height 41 cm Total width 12 cm seat width Total length gt 90 cm Total height gt 92 cm Maximum user weight 100 kg 5 2 Opening and closing the wheelchair SPENNE the wheelchair Make sure you stand to the side
9. in this manual are followed However it is possible when the Excel wheelchair is not used correctly dangerous situations may occur 3 1 General safety regulations Protect your Excel wheelchair by checking it regularly When a part of your Excel wheelchair is not functioning properly a dangerous situating could occur YOU MUST KEEP YOUR WHEELCHAIR IN A GOOD CONDITION TO ENSURE SAFETY IN USE Periodical inspection correct adjustment of your wheelchair and timely replacement of damaged and worn parts will result in use for years without any problems A qualified Van Os Medical UK Ltd dealer who will use only Van Os Medical UK Ltd replacement parts will take care of your wheelchair to ensure a long lifetime Warning YOU must your keep wheelchair in a good state to be able guarantee use and ambulatory the security in 3 2 Warnings for safe use Warnings do not use your wheelchair on streets or roads only on the pavements do not use your wheelchair in sand rough area wet and glade surfaces or surfaces with little grip the transport of your wheelchair is in all vehicles including vehicles which are adapted developed especially and or for the transport of your wheelchair is at your own risk We accept absolutely no liability for this We recommend you if you want nevertheless to transport your wheelchair to contact a recognised manufacturer of taxi fixations to take with the carrier your supplier and or systems to choose an a
10. rotate but the ride will be uncomfortable If the nut is too tight the chair will be difficult to steer because of the bearings getting pushed so the balls can not move freely When the nut is correct in place the front wheel will stop slowly Make sure the front castor shows no wear signs When one of the exceptions noted above occurs or if an adjustment is necessary it is recommended to do this through a qualified Excel dealer 7 6 Upholstery It is important to check the lining of your wheelchair regularly Torn or worn upholstery can no longer support human weight and this can create dangerous situations Check the textile coating for holes cracks and worn spots Check the upholstery mounting grommets to make sure that they are all correctly aligned and secure 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL x I 2 International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail salesevanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com VAN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail sales vanosmedical com www vanosmedical com Globetraveller user manual 7 7 Cleaning It is important to clean your wheelchair regularly Clean the upholstery chassis and plastic components on the wheelchair regularly with a mild soap and water Never use abrasive cleaners they can damage the varnish Also never use steam or high pressure cleaners Waxthe varnish of the chassis
11. them Ensure that all the parts of the brake are in the right position and fastened secure sure that the mechanism is functioning smoothly If it is not functioning smoothly put some oil at turning points with one or two drips of WD40 oil or Teflon Remove surplus oil and dirt Make sure the brakes do not come into contact with the wheels as you are moving 7 3 Cross brace The cross frame of the wheelchair has to be in a good condition The cross brace is the basic of your wheelchair Make sure the wheelchair can easily be fold and unfold Make sure the wheelchair travels in a straight line while moving Make sure the cross frame is not bent and shows no wear signs When one of the exceptions noted above occurs please contact a qualified Excel dealer to inspect your wheelchair 7 4 Rear wheel A good adjustment of the rear wheels improves the stability of the wheelchair Also it will allow you to use less energy to move the wheelchair Make sure that the wheels can move freely without touching anything Make sure there is no margin on the rear wheels When one of the exceptions noted above occurs or if an adjustment is necessary it is recommended to do this through a qualified Excel dealer 7 5 Front castor and front castor fork The front fork must move and turn freely to ensure a smooth ride Make sure the nut of the front fork is nor to loose or to tight When the nut is too loose the wheels will
12. 10 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL I International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail sales vanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com AN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail salesevanosmedical com www vanosmedical com EX Globetraveller user manual The attendant is already standing on the pavement and makes sure that the wheelchair stands with the rear wheels as closely to the pavement as possible The user of the wheelchair needs to lean backwards This way the wheelchair will tip backwards and the attendant can pull the chair on the pavement The attendant needs to make sure that the front wheels are on the pavement before he lets the wheelchair down If you want to go up a pavement alone you should move your weight as far forward as possible by bending forward Then you must provide a so called Wheelie to get the front wheels on to the pavement see figure 3 under the heading Warnings for safe use You can only perform this action if you have practiced it with a trained expert Going down the pavement If you want to go down the pavement we advise you to do this with an attendant The attendant should move the wheelchair forward to the curb Then the user should lean back so the attendant can tilt the wheelchair to find a balance point When the wheelchair is balanced the attendant can move the wh
13. 5 Instructions for use and mounting options 6 2 Assembly If the rear wheels are removed you will have to place them back first see chapter 5 Instructions for use and mounting options 1 Go stand next to the wheelchair tilt the wheelchair a bit towards you and push the seat tube down The wheelchair will un fold Go stand before the wheelchair and push again on the two seat tubes to ensure that they are directly on the frame This is confirmed by flat seat upholstery Warning If you de assemble assemble the wheelchair ensure yourself that both tubes are on their places in the holders the front of the frame If not the chair is unsafe for use 7 MAINTAINENCE Protect your Excel wheelchair by having it serviced regularly We strongly advise you to let your wheelchair check at lease once a year by a qualified Excel dealer who will only use Excel spare parts This periodic inspection will ensure you that the wheelchair will function perfectly for years There are a lot of things you can do yourself to keep your wheelchair in optimum condition If you regularly check the wheelchair and perform small maintenance this will extend the lifetime and increase the ease of use 7 1 Tyres Examine tyres periodically for wear and replace them as needed Air tyres These tyres should be checked weekly for correct tyre pressure You will find the recommended tyre pressure on the rear wheels and you can check it wit
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15. SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 10 1 General maintenance instructions Your wheelchair needs periodical maintenance This is necessary for a long lifetime and an optimal users comfort of your wheelchair A badly maintained wheelchair will give more technical problems turn less flexible and fall out the warranty terms Preventive maintenance is most important and many of these things you can easily do yourself or a friend or family member can help you We highlight below the maintenance you can do yourself Every week Check tyre pressure Every month Check the fold ability of the wheelchair and the quick release rear wheels Check upholstery for wear Check wheel movement front and rear and check turn ability of the wheels Check if the brakes are working correct Every three months Check all bolts screws and nuts and tighten if necessary Check all spokes for tension Check tyre tread for wear n chapter 7 you will also find extensive information on the maintenance of your wheelchair Furthermore we advise you let you wheelchair check by an authorised dealer every year Make sure you dealer checks the point mentioned by paragraph 10 2 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL x I 2 International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail salesevanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com VAN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail salesevanosmedical com w
16. ated on your frame label Unauthorized modification and or use of no Van Os Medical parts will void the warranty of this chair and may lead to injury to the user and damage to the chair 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL I International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail sales vanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com AN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail sales vanosmedical com www vanosmedical com EX Globetraveller user manual 4 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE You will have to learn the characteristics of your wheelchair It is most important to learn the safest methods to develop the daily activities in accordance to your life style Consult your medical advisor or therapist for assistance by developing safe and effective techniques for your daily activities and your physical possibilities 4 1 Safety Tips Daily operations such as getting off the wheelchair reaching and bending in wheelchair will cause change the weight distribution and the centre of gravity of you and your wheelchair You will need to perform these movements and techniques as shown below Transferring Transferring in a wheelchair is a difficult manoeuvre Consult your physical therapist for assistance in developing your individual technique The possibilities you have for making a transfer are depending on your physical characteristics We advise to discuss thi
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18. e a year to be inspected by a professional You will find a maintenance schedule later in this manual You ll also find that this manual includes a detailed description of all the available settings of your wheelchair Many of these options require as well as repairs to your wheelchair the knowledge of a professional We therefore advise you to consult a professional if your wheelchair requires repairs or a modification Caution In this guide you will find informative comments recommendations and warnings These are clearly identified by the below symbols and the appearance of the text Informative information An Recommendation Damage to equipment is possible if recommendations are not followed Warning To avoid personal injury warnings must be followed Fill out the information on your authorized dealer below Company Address Telephone number Fax number Email adress Website 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL x I 2 International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail salesevanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com VAN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail salesevanosmedical com www vanosmedical com Globetraveller user manual Contents T1 IDENTIFICA TON AIFRUE V EERUE RTEUNMEEORNTAA UR YAITRU VRRWERUS ORTRUNMEEURNTAA ENE 3 2 GENERAL EXPLANATION CONCERNING YOUR WHEELCHAIR
19. eelchair slowly off the curb When the wheelchair is off the pavement the attendant can let the front wheels back onto the ground If you want to independently go off the pavement you should do this in reverse Figure 11 shows what not to do You can do this only if you ve practiced with a trained expert 4 3 Going up and down ramps Most people can climb short slopes by themselves This of course depends on your body strength stamina and the gradation of the slope Inspect the slope always for risks such as holes or slippery and uneven surfaces before you drive off If you can not see the slope ask someone to inspect it for you Warning A slope of more than 5 degrees can be dangerous to descending or climbing Remember that the friction of your hands to grab the hand rim is the only way to brake while driving Most people develop their own methods to drive up slopes through practice Sit with your upper body slightly forward as you climb the slope Should it be necessary to stop on the slope you must try to avoid unexpected movements which may cause tilting when climb further Figure 12 ACAL E x I International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail salesevanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com VAN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail salesevanosmedical com www vanosmedical com Globetraveller u
20. eral explanation of the function and possibilities of your wheelchair Your wheelchair is a foldable one which is designed to be easy to transport in a car Mainly we divide the wheelchairs into two categories self propel version with large rear wheels and the transit version with small rear wheels You can look at the rear wheel to see which type of wheelchair you have If you wheelchair has big 24 rear wheels and you can move it yourself it is a self propel version If you wheelchair has small 12 rear wheels and you need a supervisor to push the wheelchair it is a transit version Your wheelchair is a product falling into the medical equipment and is not a standard consumer product You must follow this manual completely to ensure good optimal and safe use of your wheelchair 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL x I 2 International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail salesevanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com VAN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail salesevanosmedical com www vanosmedical com Globetraveller user manual 3 SAFETY REGULATIONS VAN OS MEDICAL UK Ltd specifically disclaims responsibility for any body injury or property damage which may occur during any use which does not comply with laws or ordinances If used correctly the Excel wheelchair is an utmost safe and stable product if the instructions for use as described
21. ezonderd van garantie zijn onderdelen die onderhevig zijn aan slijtage Warranty 10 rs 24 months parts subject to normal usage wear and tear are excluded from warranty Garantie 10 ans 24 mois la garantie exclue les pieces d usures normal 9 2 Warranty definition Your manual is also the warranty form fill in the relevant details in and store it carefully Warranty conditions The warranty period commences upon the date of purchase If within the warranty period your wheelchair will be defect it will be repaired or replaced However you do need to provide to Van Os Medical a complete filled in warranty registration form or a copy of the bill with date of purchase Without a warranty registration form or a proof of the purchase date the warranty will Start at the date when VAN OS MEDICAL sent the invoice to the dealer Repairs and replacement must be performed by an authorized Van Os Medical service agent To qualify for the warranty your wheelchair must require the care standards Furthermore if a problem occurs you need to fully inform the Van Os Medical service agent immediately If you use the wheelchair outside the designated area of the Van Os Medical service agent you can repair your wheelchair by any other by the factory approved service agent When parts of the wheelchair within 24 months after the commence date needs reparation or replacement as a result of a manufactory or material error and the wheelchair is with it
22. f EU representative 250 2 3 10 ioo Place Steenbergen E Date 01 01 2009 oe 9 Number VOS TCF GT 0134 7907 Globetraveller user manual 6 TRANSPORT AND TRANSIT IN CAR Your Excel wheelchair is designed to be easily transported by car Your wheelchair is foldable so the total width is limited to an average measure of 20 cm Further your wheelchair is equipped with swing away and detachable footrests At the same time some wheelchairs can be equipped with a couple of size decreasing accessories like quick release detachable rear wheels and a foldable backrest 6 1 De assembly Take away the foot rests on the front side of your wheelchair see chapter 5 Instructions for use and mounting options 1 Remove the seat cushion if your wheelchair is equipped with one 2 Fold the wheelchair Stand next to the wheelchair Get a hold of the seat in the middle of the rear and front and pull is straight up To fold the chair completely tilt the chair sideward so the wheels can not drag and push the sides towards each other Attention A number of Excel wheelchairs have lengthened backrest upholstery on the lower side This lower side is equipped with a Velcro strap which is folded under the seat You will have to loosen this first before folding the chair 3 If it is necessary to due to a small space remove the rear wheels or use the foldable backrest than see chapter
23. h a standard car or bicycle tyre pressure gauge If the tyres of the wheelchair not have the correct pressure it will lean to the side where the minimum pressure is It will also influence the driving comfort and it will mean you have to exert more effort to move the wheelchair 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL E x I E International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail salesevanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com VAN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail sales vanosmedical com www vanosmedical com 17 Globetraveller user manual PU tyres More and more we use PU tyres polyurethane or puncture free tyres on the wheelchair You can recognise these tyres because they do not have a valve These tyres have the advantage that they do not need to be pumped up and can not be punctured This PU tyre can just as an air tyre wear out Check periodically to see if the tread is still deep enough For the maximum tyre pressure we direct you to chapter 5 Instructions for use and mounting options Warning When tyres are not fully inflated this may cause bad functioning of the brakes and make the chair move when not intended 7 2 Brakes Before you can check the brakes you need to make sure the tyre pressure is correct see chapter 7 1 Inspect both brakes for sharp rims If there are sharp rims on the brakes we advise you to replace
24. he direction of the footrest see figure 4 Make sure the heel strap does not get stuck between the footplate and footrest see figure 4 s Figure 3 Figure 4 Swinging the footrests towards and away from the wheelchair Goto the front of the wheelchair Pull the black steel control lever to the inside see figure 5 You can now swing the footrest inwards or outwards Removing the footrests from the wheelchair Go to the front of the wheelchair Pull the steel control lever to the inside see figure 5 You can now swing the footrest inwards or outwards Swing the footrests 90 to the outside of your wheelchair and pull the complete footrest straight up from the tube Placing the footrest back on your wheelchair Go to front of the wheelchair Place the footrest with an angle of 90 back on the chair see figure 6 Swing the footrest to the front until you hear a click This click confirmed that the foot is in position Place the heel strap and check if everything is in position 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL I International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail salesevanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com AN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail salesevanosmedical com www vanosmedical com EX Globetraveller user manual Setting height of the footplate To adjust the height of the f
25. he service agent is warned 4 f the product is not equipped with an original factory frame number and identification label as described in the manual see chapter 1 The wheelchair that is described and showed in this manual can differ from your own model in details However all instructions are relevant independent of slightly different details We reserve the right to change the product in this manual without further notice All drawings measures and capacities showed in this manual are approximations and may be slightly different to your wheelchairs specifications Warning Van Os Medical can not be liable for any consequent or individual damage whatsoever While this manual is created with care it is not exclusive If you are going to use the wheelchair not in accordance with the guidelines in this manual you need to consult with an authorized Van Os Medical dealer The warranty is only valid during the indicated period If adjustments are made to the wheelchair who have structural impact on the product the warranty will expire completely U can contact Van Os Medical for an enlarged warranty and supply conditions and a address list of authorized dealers For warranty service contact your authorised dealer from where you bought your wheelchair If it occurs that you are not helped to your satisfaction concerning the warranty service please contact VAN OS MEDICAL in writing You can find the address on front page of this manual 10
26. ical com AN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail sales vanosmedical com www vanosmedical com EX Globetraveller user manual 5 6 Using the rear wheels tire table Tire table Wheelchair model Rear Tire size Tire size wheel front rear EXCEL 8 X 11 4 18 11 4 Globetraveller EXCEL 8 X 11 4 12 x2 1 4 Globetraveller 5 7 Using accessories and other options on your wheelchair The seat cushion optional Your wheelchair can be equipped with a 5 cm thick nylon seat cushion This seat cushion is equipped with an anti skid layer see figure 12 You need to place the seat cushion with the anti slip side down on your wheelchair This is so the seat cushion does not move when you sit down Figure 12 Seat Belt Your wheelchair is equipped with a seat belt which you can use the following way When in the wheelchair you can fasten the belt by clicking the two loose ends together see figure 13 You can adjust the length of the seatbelt by sliding the black plastic clip up or down see figure 14 Torelease the seat belt push the two plastic clips and pull apart See figure 15 Figure 14 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL X I International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail salesevanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com VAN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44
27. ight allowed for protection of both the wheelchair and the user This number indicates which model of wheelchair you have again this is always required when making technical calls The model name of your wheelchair starts with the brand name Excel The brand name Excel is followed by an additional model description that forms the model name of your wheelchair Where you can use your wheelchair Here the guarantee period of your wheelchair is reflected Chapter 9 describes your warranty terms and conditions in more detail 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail salesevanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail salesevanosmedical com www vanosmedical com Globetraveller user manual 2 GENERAL EXPLANATION CONCERNING YOUR WHEELCHAIR 2 1 Components of the wheelchair 1 Padded backrest Front castor 2 Push handle Foot plate 7 8 3 Rear wheel 9 Fotrestam 6 Frotfok 12 Attendant brake 13 identification abel Your wheelchair is equipped with a number of elements and parts You should know these before continue reading this manual Your wheelchair can be equipped with options and accessories not pictured You will see this yourself whilst reading this manual Designs and specifications may change without prior notice 2 2 Gen
28. of the wheelchair Hold the armrest of the side closest to you and tilt the wheelchair slightly towards you Push the seat side tubes downwards this will unfold the wheelchair Then to fully open the wheelchair push the side tubes of the seat frame into place see figure 1 Make sure the side tubes are now in the seat receiving brackets on the main frame and check if the seat coating is flat If you have removed them place the foot or leg rest back onto the wheelchair see chapter 5 3 You can now use the wheelchair 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL I xX EL D International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail salesevanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com VAN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail sales vanosmedical com www vanosmedical com Globetraveller user manual Folding the wheelchair Fold away the foot plates and remove the foot or leg rest see chapter 5 3 Make sure you are next to the wheelchair Geta hold of the seat material at the front and rear in the middle and pull it straight up see figure 2 Tilt the wheelchair slightly and then push the sides toward each other to completely fold the wheelchair a 7 Figure 1 Figure 2 5 3 Use of the footplate and footrest Folding the footplate away Go to the front of the wheelchair and get a hold of the front of the foot plate see figure 3 Fold the footplate in t
29. ootplate you need to use enclosed wrench number 13 Release the heel strap and remove the footplate from the wheelchair Turn the footrest upside down You will see a silver bolt next to the footplate Loosen the bolt with wrench number 13 until you can move the footplate up and down see figure 7 Select the desired height and re tighten the bolt Make sure the footplate is securely fastened and that the length is equal on both sides Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 5 4 Using the wheelchair brake Using the brakes Your wheelchair is fitted with attendant brakes which can be found on the push handles of the wheelchair To operate the brake Squeeze the lever toward the black push handle to brake see figure 8 Figure 8 Figure 9 You can also put a parking brake on Squeeze the lever toward the black push handle see figure 8 Keep the lever there and push the silver clip on the black lever inwards to brake see figure 9 Once locked squeeze the push handle to release the clip 5 5 Potential uses and functions of the back of the wheelchair Using the foldable backrest Go to the back of the wheelchair Press both levers at the same time on the back of the wheelchair and fold the backrest down see figure 10 and 11 Figure 10 s Figure 11 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL I International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail sales vanosmedical nl www vanosmed
30. ppropriate system for your wheelchair and situation do not try to ascend ramps without installed anti tippers never ascend a hill without anti tippers do not lean concerning the back of the wheelchair This can result in rolling over the wheelchair before leaning or reaching forward sit back into the chair and face the castors forward 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL x I 2 International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail salesevanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com VAN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail sales vanosmedical com www vanosmedical com Globetraveller user manual A wheelie is extremely dangerous to the user and will cause serious damage to the wheelchair Never connect anything to the wheels this may cause damage to the chair and also effect the balance of the chair and may injure the user not stand on the footrest this will cause the chair to tip and injure the user figure 4 For suitable protection of potential obstruction the lowest point of the footrests serves minimum 7 cm free of the ground Place the wheelchair on a stable flat surface and attach the brakes before you get off Attach the brakes when you use the wheelchair in a lift or on a wheelchair lift and when you want to get off The standard weight capacity has been indic
31. regularly Never use solvents abrasive waxes caustic chemicals or spray silicone Dry the wheelchair after cleaning Also dry you wheelchair after you have been for example in a rainstorm You can also use a car shampoo this cleans protect and gives a beautiful gloss to your wheelchair 8 PROBLEM ANALYSIS AND SOLUTIONS Your Excel wheelchair is inspected and adjusted so that you can use it immediately Continual use necessitates maintenance especially if the factory set adjustments have been altered The following troubleshooting guide lists several common problems that may occur and offers corrective actions for each We recommend the use of only Excel replacement parts If you do not use original Excel parts the warranty will be expired on gt C U B POSSIBLE CAUSE AND CORRECT SOLUTION v v Check if the tyre pressure is correct and equal in both wheels See chapter 7 1 p TN Check if all nuts and bolts are tightly stuck Rear wheels and or castors may be adjusted improperly Make sure that both rear wheels and castor are mounted in identical positions ttt eesit te bearings are et Check if the bearings are not worn Castor forks may be adjusted improperly Make sure they are adjusted properly k If you have problems that cannot be solved with the troubleshooting table we advise you to contact a qualified Excel amp dealer C U
32. s first owner the part or parts will be repaired or replaced free of charge This warranty is not transferrable This warranty does not include any labour charges incurred by replacements Replaced or repaired parts fall under the same warranty conditions as the original wheelchair Worn parts are normally not guaranteed unless these parts are worn as a direct result of an original manufacturer defect These parts are for example upholstery tyres inner tubes and similar kinds of parts The warranty conditions above describe all wheelchair parts and are applied for the models bought at the normal end user price 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL E X x LI D International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail salesevanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com VAN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail sales vanosmedical com www vanosmedical com m7 Globetraveller user manual With normal circumstances no responsibility is accepted when the wheelchair needs replacement or repairs as a direct result from 1 Not maintaining the wheelchair and parts according to the recommendations of the manufacturer or not using the specific original parts 2 Damaging the wheelchair or parts by inattentive use accident or wrong use 3 Adjusting the wheelchair or parts different from the specifications of the manufacturer or reparations done before t
33. s first with your physical therapist However if you have sufficient body strength and you want to transfer to and from the wheelchair can you best do this in the following manner To get out of the wheelchair First of all you must make sure that your wheelchair stand as closely as possible to the place of where you want sit Put the castors forward and attach the brakes Swing away the footplates and place your feet on the ground You are now in position to carry out the operation Shift your weight to the front of the chair you can use the armrests as a support and move yourself to the place where you want sit If necessary you can use a transfer board To get in To get in your wheelchair you need to do the same things as when you want to get out of the wheelchair only in reversed order Reaching bending forward 1 Make sure that you are as close as possible to the object 2 Make sure the front wheels are turned forward If not go forwards and then backwards to turn the wheels fully to the front 3 Engage the wheel brakes 4 You can now move towards the target with caution to keep the wheelchair from falling 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL x I 2 International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail salesevanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com VAN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail salesevanosmedical com www
34. ser manual k We recommend you to use anti tip wheels They prevent you from tipping the wheelchair over backwards figure 12 Depending on the model of your Excel wheelchair sometimes these are a standard item and sometimes they are an optional extra k Do not carry any weight on the back of the wheelchair whilst ascending figure 13 This changes the balance and increases the chances of tipping backwards Make sure the footrest is minimum 7 cm from the ground when you are descending a slope This is in order to ensure your safety at the end of the slope Always look forward when you descend and do not lean forward as this can cause overturning Lean slightly backward in order to increase stability Make sure you have your wheelchair under control at all times Do not hurry down the slope but move slowly and safely The speed of descent is controlled by the amount of grip strength that you exercise on the hand rims In an effort to prevent friction burns to your hands it is recommended that you use gloves To reduce the risk that you burn your hands or lose control over the wheelchair you need to slowly descend a slope Do not use the wheel brakes during the descent The wheel brakes are designed for static braking of the rear wheels whilst stationary Avoid changing direction as you descend Despite that your EXCEL wheelchair is designed for balance and control a change of direction on the slope can change the balance which
35. vanosmedical com Globetraveller user manual Reaching bending sideward Manoeuvre the chair as closely as possible to the object you want to reach You can use your rear wheels 2 Make sure the front wheels are fully turned to the front If not go forwards and then backwards to turn the wheels fully to the front 3 You can now pick up the object While you pick up the object you need to make sure you keep it as close as possible to the wheelchair picture 7 and picture 8 8 Reaching bending backward 1 Manoeuvre the chair as closely as possible to the object You can use the rear wheels For example they will indicate how close you can come to object 2 not engage the wheel locks If your weight moves while reaching it is better to drive in that direction than tipping the wheelchair 3 not reach further than your arm can reach If you are in doubt you reposition the chair picture 9 4 2 Negotiating pavements and unequal surfaces Going up the pavement If you ascend a pavement we advise to do this together with an attendant The attendant can help you in two different ways however we advise you to do it the first way You and the attendant reach to pavement facing forward The attendant must pull the push handles towards him and place his foot on the stepper on the rear side of the wheelchair Because of this there is a lever effect that tips the wheelchair see picture
36. will cause instability If you are using an attendant they should be aware that even with a slight slope already considerable traction should be exercised figure 15 Warning Using the wheel brakes to slow down the wheelchair whilst driving can cause a sudden stoppage The result of this can be that the chair rotates to one side and tilts or abrupt stops so that the seat tilts forward e If your wheelchair is used in an environment where there are many slopes it is advisable to fit a drum braking system for the attendant to use 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL x I 2 International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail salesevanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com VAN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 1757 706011 E mail salesevanosmedical com www vanosmedical com Globetraveller user manual 4 4 Going up and down stairs Stairs are one of the largest obstacles for wheelchair users However with a little help from others it is possible to climb up and down the stairs when a wheelchair elevator is not available Only you and your attendants must be aware of the rather heavy weight to be replaced Going up the stairs You need to go up the stairs backwards We advise if you want to climb the stairs with a wheelchair you will do this with the help of a minimum of two attendants One attendant on the front of the wheelchair and one attendant on
37. ww vanosmedical com Globetraveller user manual 10 2 Service checklist For optimal life your wheelchair should be periodically maintained by an authorized dealer Service Schedule n ps fata fa fs o r Wheels for example margin wear bearings adjust release Tyres 00 rims for example wear and burrs rims for rims for example wear and burrs wear and burrs Front forks for example control margin adjustment ball head axle Brakes for example adjustment re adjust control for margins Frame for example fracture welding seams plastic component a A E E RR EE E E 5 DD 4 4 1 l 1 me we I I JI 1 i1 L31 puce O S N E T emen TL I i J EL j checked by init inspection date d 1 l1 Service stamp dealer In practice the usage intensity varies greatly from person to person It may therefore be that in your case the wheelchair requires servicing more or less often than once a year k Maintenance is not warranty Your dealer may deviate from the maintenance interval 2009 VAN OS MEDICAL I xX EL D International customers please contact Tel 31 0 167 573020 Fax 31 0 167 573381 E mail salesevanosmedical nl www vanosmedical com VAN OS Irish and UK customers please contact Tel 44 0 1757 701177 Fax 44 0 17

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