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1. SUPPORT TUBE 1 To adjust the elevating leg rest raise legs until the desired height is obtained 2 To reposition leg rest to normal position support leg with one hand and push release handle downward with the other hand 3 To adjust the calf pad turn the pad towards the outside of the wheelchair 4 Slide the calf pad up or down until the desired position is obtained 5 To secure the calf pad turn the calf pad towards the inside of the wheelchair AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL ie CHAIR BASICS 18 A WARNING Adjusting armrest height After ANY adjustments ARMREST repair or service and PAD BEFORE use make sure all HEIGHT ADJ attaching hardware is i nag e tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may result a fo ARMREST H S j SOCKET N o fe re aK 3 NS PIVOTING Q SOCKET i a LI 4 WARNING 1 Unlock the armrest by pulling the height adjustment Make sure the height knob horizontally adjustment knob is securely 2 Slide armrest up or down until the desired position is in locked position BEFORE obtained using the wheelchair 3 Lock the armrest by releasing the height adjustment knob and having knob end positioned into key seat of the armrest 4 Repeat STEPS 1 3 for other a2. Pull the existing back upholstery off the back cane 5 Install the NEW back upholstery over the back canes 6 Secure the NEW back upholstery to the back canes with the existing mounting screws and washers 7 Secure the back cane to the wheelchair frame with knob and bolt AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL Rees CHAIR BASICS 21 Replacing the seat upholstery SEAT RAILS 1 Remove the eight screws amp washers 16 depth or ten screws amp washers 18 depth that secure seat upholstery to the cross braces 2 Remove the existing seat upholstery from the rails of the cross braces 3 Install the new upholstery by reversing above procedure E REAR WHEELS A WARNING Removing installing rear wheels After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all Qa attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may result HUB CAP LOCKNUT M12 HEX BOLT M12x110mm 1 For 16 amp 18 frames remove the hub cap locknut and hex bolt that secures the rear wheel to the wheelchair 2 Repeat STEP 1 for the other rear wheel 3 To reinstall the rear wheel onto the wheelchair reverse step 1 of the above procedure AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL SCREW amp WASHER REAR WHEELS 22 Replacing rear wheel hand rim SCREW amp WASHER SPACER ALUMINUM HANDRIM COMPOSITE HANDRIM A WARNING Rep
3. 5 Carefully lower the front casters by placing one foot on the tipping lever until the wheelchair is completely cleared of the curb step Stairways Never use the wheelchair on stairs UNLESS you have someone to help you Ramps or elevators are recommended MAINTENANCE NOTE Every six months take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer for a thorough inspection and servicing Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair To operate properly and safely your wheelchair must be cared for just like any other vehicle Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair Initial adjustments should be made to suit personal body structure and preference AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL eee MAINTENANCE 12 Initially all the following points should be checked Thereafter we recommend that you follow these maintenance procedures To check General e Wheelchair rolls straight no excess drag or pull to one side Frame and crossbraces e Inspect for loose or missing hardware Weekly Monthly Periodically Inspect for bent frame or cross braces Seat and back e Inspect for rips or sagging Inspect for loose or broken hardware e Inspect cane hand grips for wear looseness deterioration Rear wheels Hand rims Spokes e Inspect for broken spokes Front casters forks Inspect axle assembly for proper tension by spinning cas
4. 50 PSI 3 1 3 4 atm on the sidewall of the tire PULL TO LOCK UNLOCKED LOCKED POSITION BOLT amp LOCKNUT al WHEEL LOCK j 52 0 HANDLE WHEEL LOCK SHOE 1 4 13 32 6 4 10 3 mm 1 Ensure the wheel lock is in the open unlocked position 2 Loosen the bolt and locknut that secure the wheel lock to the wheelchair frame 3 Adjust the position of wheel lock until the measurement between the rear wheel and the wheel lock shoe is between 1 4 and 13 32 inches Securely tighten the bolt and locknut 5 Engage the wheel lock and push against the wheelchair to determine if wheel lock engages the wheel lock shoe enough to hold the wheelchair 6 Repeat the above procedures until the wheel lock holds the wheelchair AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com LIMITED WARRANTY 27 Warranty period Three year warranty on the side frame and X brace of the wheelchairs Six month warranty is offered on all other metal parts Upholstery plastic and rubber parts are warranted for three months The warranty period for the consumer begins on the date of purchase from the dealer If the product is not sold to the consumer but is rented etc the warranty period commences on the invoice date Limitations This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship Products subjected to improper maintenance improper
5. EeEeEee Owner s Manual LTD by AMG MEDICAL Dealer this manual must be given to the user of the wheelchair User before using read this manual and save for future reference AMG Medical Inc Montreal QC H4T 1V5 www amgmedical com AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL NOTE All illustrations and specifications in the manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication AMG Medical Inc reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 Table OF contents osis aniani 448 a see eRe 2 Read b fore S 60s han5 bah cans dns ia dh su riunps 3 Choosing the right Chatty ss 0 lt ayce03 eer iwc sea es 3 Review this manual often lt e 4 5 00 sesee045 3 Your Airgo wheelchair and it s parts 4 Airgo wheelchair specifications 5 Basic safety precautions 00000 nera 6 General Waris scere weeny datada d niaaa ea 6 7 Safety handling of wheelchair 8 Folding and unfolding the wheelchair 8 Stability and balance xs ccaccaacey ech eaaer eens 8 9 Transferin ne Roca te aa Ged te ee ea 9 TINE ooo cedawga satisa etd eats oateaaes 9 Tilting Ramps amp inclines 10 Mamtenanee seecserata nonea i eaan aa a a 11 13 Required tools n n nananana 13 Cham ASICS 9 64 4 aw 45 hy eh de E e a a 14 19
6. Installing the swing away footrest 14 Adjusting the swing away footrest 15 Installing the swing away elevating leg rest 16 Adjusting the swing away elevating leg rest 17 Adjusting armrest height s lt acw esse ca xe paws 18 Removing 3 in 1 armrest and or flip back armrest 18 Beet ald Packs sp ceiads i sars e ed 20s Phas sd esd 19 20 Adjusting backrest height 19 Replacing the back upholstery 20 Replacing the seat upholstery 20 Rear Wheels aa cae sa cote ad hanya eae 21 22 Front casters scg saeara uiian ded 24 0c bs bbde kd eed 23 Seat to floor height 2 sav ecce eee dee adeane eee 24 ANU PPE sda cease peered nate Op owe eee ease eaten d 25 Wheel lokSisee neeaae rae 26 Limited Wartantys 654464 d40 40 08024 s4 ead see san 27 AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com READ BEFORE USE 3 A CHOOSING THE RIGHT CHAIR Airgo offers many wheelchair accessories options and configurations to meet the needs of the individual user However the final selection of options accessories and adjustments should be made together by you with your health care advisor and or Airgo dealer Selecting the best Airgo wheelchair configuration depends on such things as 1 Your level of physical strength balance and coordination 2 The types of hazards you must overcome in the environments in which you will use the wh
7. Remove the front casters from the wheelchair Refer to INSTALLING REPLACING FRONT CASTERS AND FORKS in the FRONT CASTERS section of this manual To obtain a 17 3 4 seat to floor height mount the front caster at the TOP position and the mount the 24 rear wheel also at the TOP position To obtain a 19 3 4 seat to floor height mount the front caster at the BOTTOM position and the mount the 24 rear wheel also at the BOTTOM position Reinstall the front casters onto the wheelchair Refer to INSTALLING REPLACING FRONT CASTERS AND FORKS in the FRONT CASTERS section of this manual Reinstall the rear wheels onto the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS in the REAR WHEELS section of this manual Adjust anti tippers according to NEW seat to floor height Refer to ADJUSTING ANTI TIPPERS HEIGHT in the ANTI TIPPERS section of this manual next page AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL eee ANTI TIPPERS 25 A WARNING After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may result Anti tippers MUST be fully engaged A WARNING Ensure that the release button of the anti tipper fully protrudes out of the hole on the bottom of the wheelchair frame Ensure both anti tippers are adjusted to the same height NOTE Anti tippers are strongly recommended as an additional safeguard for
8. or adjustable wrench AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL Rees CHAIR BASICS 14 FRONT RIGGING A WARNING Installing the swing away footrest After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may result RELEASE LEVER HINGE FOOTPLATE 1 Turn the footrest to the side open footplate is perpendicular to wheelchair 2 Install the hinge plates onto the hinge pins on the wheelchair frame 3 Push the footrest towards the inside of the wheelchair until it locks into place 4 Repeat STEPS 1 3 for the other footrest assembly 5 To release the footrest push the footrest release lever inward rotate footrest assembly outward and lift the footrest assembly off the hinge pins NOTE The footplate will be on the inside of the wheelchair when locked in place AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL Rees CHAIR BASICS 15 Adjusting the swing away footrest UPPER FOOTREST SUPPORT es LOWER FOOTREST SUB ASSEMBLY BOLT amp LOCKNUT ALLEN KEY 6 MM PROVIDED 1 Remove impact guards and or calf strap if necessary 2 Loosen but do not remove the bolt amp locknut that secure the lower footrest sub assembly to upper footrest support 3 Reposition the lower footrest sub assembly to the desired height Securely tighten the bolt amp locknut Repeat STEPS 1 4 for the other
9. to handle the wheelchair slowly Curbs amp steps NOTE This should only be performed with the assistance of an attendant Going up method 1 1 Tilt the wheelchair backward to its balance point and move forward until the front casters pass over the top of the curb or the step 2 Lower the front casters slowly on top of the curb 3 Lift the wheelchair and push it forward until the rear wheels roll up and over the curb 4 Ensure the wheelchair is completely cleared of the curb and cannot roll backwards Going up method 2 1 Turn the wheelchair backward until the rear wheels are against the curb or step 2 Tilt back to its balance point and pull up the wheelchair over the curb 3 Lower down front casters only once the wheelchair is far enough from the edge of the curb AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL A WARNING Wheelchairs are especially prohibited on escalators It is extremely dangerous and should never be attempted AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com SAFETY HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIR 11 Curbs amp steps contd NOTE This should only be performed with the assistance of an attendant Going down 1 Turn the wheelchair backward and carefully step down to the next step 2 Hold the wheelchair securely and pull the wheelchair to where the rear wheels reach the curb edge 3 Slowly roll the rear wheels down onto the lower level 4 Tilt back to its balance point and turn face forward
10. Position 24 Polyurethane PU Airless or Pneumatic Composite or Aluminium Pull to Lock 8 PU Solid or Pneumatic Black Nylon The 16 and 18 seat width wheelchair models have a weight limitation of 250 Ibs 114 kg The 20 and 22 seat width wheelchair models have a weight limitation of 350 Ibs 159 Kg Limited Lifetime 5 AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 6 Before using your wheelchair please read and keep in mind the following safety precautions Failure to do so could result in personal injury and or damage to your wheelchair e Before using you should receive training in the safe use of a wheelchair from an authorized dealer and or health care advisor e After engaging the wheel locks practice bending reaching and transferring taking into account the limit of your abilities e NEVER try new manoeuvres on your own until you are sure you can do so safely e Familiarize yourself with the areas where you plan to use your wheelchair e Look for hazards and learn to how to avoid them e Use of anti tippers is recommend for added safety e Ensure that the wheelchair rolls smoothly and that all parts are working properly e Check for noise vibration or a change in ease of use which may indicate loose fasteners or damage to your wheelchair e Always consult an authorized Airgo dealer to find and correct any problems or if you have any d
11. caster head tube Replacing repairing front caster aa e 1 I i I nt i Lee a FRONT FORK yo R077 gt TS Ay A k 3 LOCKNUT AN i N N He J mre N a S SPACER AE Ne VL A Di ae Y g 1 Remove the bolt spacers and locknuts that secure the front caster to the fork 2 Install the new front caster onto the wheelchair and replace the bolt spacer and locknuts as before 3 Repeat STEPS 1 2 for the other front caster if necessary AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL ee SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT 24 A WARNING After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may result NOTE The manufacturer recommends that the following procedure be performed by an authorized dealer or by a qualified technician A WARNING When changing the seat to floor height the height of the anti tippers must be adjusted accordingly AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com Changing seat to floor height 8 WHEEL FRONT FORK AXLE POSITION 3a 3b SIDE FRAME i Ea Df O i J Tn n e ad TOP 24 REAR H WHEEL f BOTTOM AXLE POSITION TOP MIDDLE a BOTTOM Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALING THE REAR WHEELS in the REAR WHEELS section of this manual
12. footrest if necessary Replace impact guards and or calf strap if necessary Sl Oy OY Reinstall the swing away footrest assembly AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com CHAIR BASICS 16 Installing the swing away elevating leg rest ELEVATING RELEASE HANDLE RELEASE LEVER CALF PAD 1 Place the elevating leg rest assembly on the outside of the wheelchair and install the hinge plates onto the hinge pins on the wheelchair frame 2 Rotate leg rest assembly toward the inside of the wheelchair until it locks in place 3 Repeat STEPS 1 2 for the other leg rest assembly NOTE The footplate will be on the inside of the wheelchair when the leg rest is locked in place 4 After seated in wheelchair adjust the footrest to correct height by loosening the locknut and sliding the lower footrest tube up or down until desired height is achieved 5 Tighten locknut securely 6 To release the leg rest push the leg rest release handle toward the inside of the wheelchair facing the front of the wheelchair and swing the leg rest assembly to the outside of the wheelchair AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL Rees CHAIR BASICS 17 Adjusting the swing away elevating leg rest UPPER FOOTREST CALF PAD LOWER FOOTREST SUB ASSEMBLY BOLT amp LOCKNUT ALLEN KEY 6 MM PROVIDED ELEVATING RELEASE HANDLE CALF PAD
13. transport negligence abuse or misuse are not covered by this warranty If the serial number is removed or defaced the wheelchair will not be covered by this warranty If the wheelchair has been structurally altered or equipped with parts not distributed by AMG Medical Inc the wheelchair will not be covered by this warranty This warranty applies only to the original purchaser If you want to claim warranty service contact the store where you purchased the chair who will notify AMG to determine the proper course of action to take or call 1 800 363 2381 All products shipped to AMG for warranty service must have prior authorization from AMG Medical Inc Please ensure you provide us with the following information when you call Date of Purchase Serial Number located on crossbrace Once you have a return authorization number the unit should be shipped prepaid to AMG Medical Inc 8505 Dalton Montreal QC H4T 1V5 Include a copy of the original bill of sale and a money order of 10 00 to cover cost of insurance and return transportation AMG Medical Inc Montreal QC H4T 1V5 www amgmedical com REV 2 0104
14. HAIR A WARNING DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery DO NOT engage the wheel locks If you shift your weight while reaching it is better to roll backwards than to tip over A WARNING Before attempting a transfer always engage both wheel locks DO NOT step on the foot plates as this could cause the wheelchair to tip over A WARNING DO NOT attempt to tilt your wheelchair without assistance Tilting the wheelchair backward beyond its balance point can be dangerous and may result in injuries AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com Reaching leaning and bending contd Backward ils Operate your wheelchair as close as possible to the object Rotate front casters fully forward Reach only as far as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position If in doubt reposition the wheelchair or ask for help TRANSFERRING 1 Ww TILTING Position the wheelchair as closely as possible along side the seat to which you are transferring Remove or flip back the armrest Engage wheel locks Shift body weight into the seat with transfer Tilting should only be performed with the assistance of an attendant i Grasp the push handles securely and ensure that handgrips are firmly attached Make sure the occupant s feet are secure on the footplates and that arms hands and fingers are clear of wheels and or pinch points Advise the occupant prior to tilting the wheelchair backward P
15. eelchair home work and other places you frequent regularly 3 The options needed for your comfort and safety B REVIEW THIS MANUAL OFTEN Before using this wheelchair you and each person who may assist you should read this manual carefully and follow all instructions Review the warnings and precautions often until you are fully familiarized with them AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL ee ARGO WHEELCHAIR AND PARTS AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com oo SS 9 Padded backrest Padded armrest Wheel lock Padded seat Swing away footrest elevating leg rest Push handle grip Rear wheel Hand rim Anti tipper device 10 Side frame 11 Front fork 12 Front caster AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL Seat width Seat depth Seat to floor Overall width Overall depth without front rigging Back style Back height Arm style Front rigging Rear axle Rear wheels Hand rims Wheel locks Front casters Upholstery Weight capacity Limited warranty AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com AIRGO WHEELCHAIR SPECIFICATIONS 16 18 20 or 22 inches 16 or 18 inches 17 or 19 inches 23 25 27 or 29 inches 30 inches or 32 inches Adjustable 16 17 amp 18 inches in 1 inch increment Flip back detachable desk arm with height adjustment Flip back detachable full arm with height adjustment Flip back detachable desk arm with fixed height Swing away Footrests and Elevating Leg rests Dual
16. etween your knees You are less likely to tip if you reach over the side of your chair Wheelchair users should NOT be transported in a vehicle while in the wheelchair unless the vehicle is properly equipped to do so Do not tie down or attach any thing to the wheels This may cause your wheelchair to tip over risking personal injury and or damage to your wheelchair Do not stand or step on the footplates while transferring Never lift your wheelchair by any of its detachable parts WHEEL LOCKS ARE NOT BRAKES Do not use the wheel locks to slow down or to stop your wheelchair while it is still moving Always engage the wheel locks when transferring resting or using a wheelchair lift Check pneumatic tire pressure regularly to ensure proper air pressure Failure to do so could result in the malfunction of the wheel locks and may cause serious injury AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL eee SAFETY HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIR 8 A WARNING DO NOT place your hands or fingers between seat rail and side panel DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheelchair unless it is fully open and the seat frame rails are fully seated into the frame saddles A WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you must move forward in the seat or if you must reach down between your knees DO NOT shift your weight in the direction you are reaching AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com FOLDING AND UNFOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR Unfolding 1 Tilt the wheelchair
17. lace one foot on the tipping lever located on the rear bottom of the wheelchair and apply downward force until the balance point is reached approximately 30 Lower the front end slowly AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL eee SAFETY HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIR 10 A WARNING DO NOT attempt inclines or declines without anti tipper installed DO NOT attempt any incline or decline of more than nine degrees During decent the lowest part of the footrest should be no closer to the ground than 2 1 2 inches to permit proper clearance A WARNING DO NOT allow the wheelchair to drop off the curb edge DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any detachable armrest leg rests or other removable parts DO NOT attempt to step over a high curb without two attendants ALWAYS check the hand grips to make sure that they are secure and are not rotating or slipping off AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com TILTING RAMPS amp INCLINES Ascent Lean the upper part of your body slightly forward as you propel up an incline If it becomes necessary to stop avoid any abrupt or sudden forward movement as this could cause tipping Descent NOTE This should only be performed with the assistance of an attendant Always face forward when going down a ramp but DO NOT lean forward as this could cause the wheelchair to tip Leaning backward can increase the stability slightly It is critical to keep the wheelchair under control at all times and
18. lacement of rear wheel tire or tube must be performed by a qualified technician CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com 1 Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair 2 For a composite hand rim remove the screws amp washers that secure the hand rim to the rear wheel For an aluminium hand rim remove the screws washers and spacers that secure the hand rim to the rear wheel 3 Remove the existing hand rim 4 To install the new hand rim reverse above procedures 5 Repeat STEPS 1 3 for the other rear wheel if necessary AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL Mee FRONT CASTERS 23 A WARNING After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may result A WARNING Replacement of the front caster must be performed by a qualified technician CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com Installing replacing front casters and forks FORK CAP QO LOCKNUT pza l L _ ie CASTER Wo HEAD TUBE FORK STEM A 1 Remove the fork cap 2 Remove the locknut that secures the fork stem to the caster head tube 3 Drop the front caster and fork out of the
19. oubt about the condition of your wheelchair GENERAL WARNINGS e Do not exceed the weight limit listed on the product The listed weight limit is for the combined weight of rider and all items carried Exceeding the listed weight limit risks damage to the wheelchair a fall tip over or loss of control which can cause severe injury to the user or others e Do not attempt to operate your wheelchair on roads streets or highways e Do not operate your wheelchair in hilly or overly rough terrain sandy oily wet or icy surfaces e Unauthorized modification of your wheelchair or the use of non AMG replacement parts may change the AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com GENERAL WARNINGS structure of the wheelchair and may cause a safety hazard and will void the warranty Do not attempt ANY inclines or declines greater than 9 Do not attempt inclines without anti tippers installed Do not attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles This may cause your wheelchair to tip over risking personal injury and or a damage to your wheelchair Do not use on an escalator Serious injury may occur Do not attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat Do not lean over the top of the back upholstery This will change your center of gravity and may cause your wheelchair to tip over risking personal injury and or damage to your wheelchair Do not try to pick up an object from the floor by reaching down b
20. rmrest Removing 3 in 1 armrest and or flip back armrest FLIP BACK RELEASE LEVER ARMREST SOCKET A WARNING 1 Press the flip back release lever located on the armrest Make sure the armrest is 2 Flip the armrest back securely locked BEFORE 3 Pull the rear knob and remove the armrest using the wheelchair 4 To install the armrest reverse above procedure Ba AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL Meee CHAIR BASICS 19 A WARNING After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may result AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com SEAT AND BACK Adjusting backrest height BACKREST UPHOLSTERY HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB amp BOLT 1 Remove the knob and bolt from both sides Slide backrest up and down to the desired height 3 Securely tighten the screw and knob on both sides AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL eee CHAIR BASICS AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com 20 Replacing the back upholstery rs Qo SCREW amp H WASHER Lg aD KNOB amp SCREW E a q LS ae Ge P ay ey 17 got 1 Remove the knob and bolt on both sides 2 Pull the back cane off the wheelchair frame 3 Remove the four 4 mounting screws and washers that secure the existing back upholstery to the back canes
21. ter Caster should come to a gradual stop Check hardware for tightness Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced e Inspect for cracks or wear e f pneumatic check for proper inflation CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced Wheel locks Do not interfere with tires when rolling Pivot points free of wear and looseness Wheel locks easy to engage Wheel locks prevent wheelchair from moving when engaged AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL eee MAINTENANCE 13 AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com Cleaning 1 Frame e Clean the frame with mild soap at least once a month 2 Axle and Moving Parts e Clean the area around axles and moving parts periodically with a slightly damp not wet cloth e Wipe off or blow away any fluff or dirt on axles or moving parts 3 Upholstery e Hand wash e Drip dry only Storage 1 Store your wheelchair in a clean dry area If you fail to do so parts may rust or corrode 2 Ifstored for more than three months have your wheelchair inspected by an Airgo authorized dealer before using REQUIRED TOOLS Allen keys 4 mm and 6 mm Screw driver Philips 2 Socket wrenches 8 mm 10 mm 13 mm and 17 mm
22. the wheelchair user Installing anti tippers PLUG LOCATION HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS REAR FRAME TUBING RELEASE BUTTON Remove plug not shown from the end of rear frame tubing Press the release button in and insert the anti tippers with the anti tipper wheels pointing toward the ground floor into the rear frame tubing until the release button locks in place Measure the distance between the bottom of the anti tipper wheels and the ground floor NOTE A 1 1 2 to 2 inch clearance between the bottom of the anti tipper wheels and the ground floor MUST be maintained at all times Ifthe distance between the bottom of anti tipper wheels and the ground floor is not 1 1 2 to 2 inches adjust anti tippers see below Adjusting anti tippers height AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com Press the release adjustment buttons on the wheeled portion of the anti tipper and slide it up or down to achieve the 1 1 2 to 2 inches clearance Check to make sure that the release buttons are fully engaged in adjustment holes AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL ee WHEEL LOCKS 26 A WARNING After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may result AMG Medical Inc www amgmedical com NOTE Before adjusting or replacing the wheel lock sub assemblies ensure that the pneumatic tires are inflated to the recommended 45
23. toward you far enough to take the weight off the opposite wheel 2 Push down on the top of the seat rail closet to you until the wheelchair is fully open 3 Make sure seat rails are fully seated into frame saddles Folding 1 Fold up the footplates and ensure that the swing away footrests leg rests are in locked position in front of the wheelchair 2 Standing at one side of the chair use both hands to grasp the middle of the seat upholstery at the front and back edge and lift up 3 Standing at one side of the chair use both hands to grasp the armrest furthest from you and pull the armrests towards you until the wheelchair folds STABILITY AND BALANCE Your wheelchair has been designed and engineered to maintain balance during normal daily activity as long as you do not move beyond the center of gravity To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair you must at all times maintain proper balance Reaching leaning and bending Although it is not recommended you might occasionally lean bend or reach while sitting in your wheelchair Consult with your health care advisor and or authorized dealer for assistance in developing safe techniques suited to your abilities and limitations Forward or sideward 1 Operate the wheelchair as close as possible to the object you wish to reach 2 Rotate the front casters fully forward 3 Engage both wheel locks AIRGO OWNER S MANUAL E SAFETY HANDLING OF WHEELC
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