Argon UK_F_I_ES_P - Wheelchair Review
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1. Directions for use Notice D Utilisation Manual De Usario Manuale Per Uso Instru es para Utiliza o INNOVATE BUILD FOR THE FUTURE Foreword 1 1 1 Dear Customer We are very happy that you have decided in favour of a high quali ty product from SUNRISE MEDICAL This user s manual will provide numerous tips and ideas so that your new wheelchair can become a trustworthy and reliable part ner in your life Maintaining close links with our customers is of great importance to us at Sunrise Medical We would therefore like to keep you up to date with our new and current developments Keeping close to our customers also means fast service when you need replace ment parts or accessories or just have a question about your wheelchair and with as little red tape as possible We want you to be satisfied with our products and service Sunrise Medical therefore constantly works at continuous development of its products For this reason changes can occur in our range of products with regard to shape technology and fittings Conse quently no claims can be construed from the data or pictures con tained in this user s manual SUNRISE MEDICAL has been awarded the ISO 9001 Certificate which affirms the quality of our products at every stage from R amp D to production Please contact your local authorised SUNRISE MEDICAL dealer if you have any questions concerning the use maintenance or Safety of your wheelchair2. The rear wheels are equipped with quick release axles The wheels can thus be installed or removed without using tools To remove a wheel simply depress the quick release button on the axle 1 and pull it out CAUTION Hold the quick release button on the axle depressed when inserting the axle into the frame to mount the rear wheels Release the button to lock the wheel in place The quick release but ton should snap back to its original position Transporting the chair Transporting the chair 6 5 Removing the rear wheels will keep the chair as compact as pos Sible The backrest can be folded down by pulling the cord located on the backrest Step Tubes Step Tubes 7 1 Step tubes are used by attendants to tip a wheelchair over an obstacle Simply step on the tube to pusha wheelchair for example over a kerb or step 519 Options Wheel Locks Wheel Locks 7 10 Your wheelchair is equipped with two wheel locks They are applied directly against the tyres To enga ge press both wheel lock levers forward against the stops To release the wheel pull the levers back to their original positions Braking power will decrease with e Worn tyre tread Tyre pressure that is too low e Wet tyres e Improperly adjusted wheel locks 520 6 ARGON The wheel locks have not been designed to be used as brakes for a moving wheelchair The wheel locks should therefore never be used to brake a mov
3. adjusted in the following way Pull the lever 1 and adjust the arm pad 2 to the desired height Release the lever and push the arm pad 2 down until you hear it click into place ATTENTION Sideguards and the armrests are not designed to be used to lift or carry the wheelchair 0505 2 ST 000690644 EMS 1B Options Armrest Quickie height adjustable armrest 7 81 4 1 Fitting a Push the outside armrest support into the clamp which is moun ted on the chair frame b The armrest will automatically lock into place ENGLISH 2 Height adjustment a Turn the release lever to the second position b Push the arm support up or down to the required height c Turn the release lever back to the armrest locking position d Push the arm support in until the upper armrest locks into positi on 3 Removing the armrest a Turn the release lever to the first position and remove the arm rest 4 Changing the armrest a Push the armrest back into the clamp b Turn the release lever back to the armrest locking position 5 Adjusting the fit of the armrest receiver To tighten or slacken the fit of the outside armrest in the clamp a Release the four bolts on the sides of the clamp b Hold the armrest in the clamp and squeeze the clamp together at the required fit c Tighten up the four bolts 6 Adjusting the fit of the inner armrest a The outside armrest is fitted with two stud bolts b Turn st
4. 525 doing this be careful to observe the starting tor que Options Wheel Alignment Adjusting Wheel Alignment 7 61 Important Your chair will only roll properly if the rear wheel positions have been optimized which means correctly adjusting the wheel alignment To do this measure the distance between both wheels front and rear to ensure that they are parallel to one ano ther The difference between both measurements Should not exceed 5 mm To adjust the wheels to make them parallel loosen the screws and turn the axle sleeve accordingly When finished make sure that all screws have been properly tightened see the page on torque 8 ARGON Argon tracking adjustment 7 61 1 3 Setting the toe in toe out to zero NOTE On a wheelchair with 0 cam ber cylinders it is not possible to set toe in or toe out This setting is necessary only with 3 6 and 9 camber cylinders The term toe in or toe out defines how well the rear wheels of the chair are aligned in relation to the ground This determines how well the chair will run Normal resistance or rolling resi Stance is provided when toe inis set 598 to zero To set toe in toe out to zero Slacken the 2 Torx screws 1 1 each side which secure the angle tube clamp Check the ball in the horizontal 2 plane and turn the angle tube 3 until the ball is in the centre Toe in is now zero Before tightening screws 1 check that the cam
5. CAUTION Never try to use or even remove the crut ches or other aids while moving ENGLISH 306 Travel Wheels 7 113 Travel wheels should be used wherever your wheelchair would be too wide if the rear wheels were used e g in airplanes buses etc After the rear wheels have been removed with the aid of the quick release axles the transit wheels can immediately be used to continue riding The transit wheels are moun ted so that they are approx 3 centimeters above the ground when not in use They are thus out of the way when riding transporting or when tipping to pass over obstacles e g 532 kerbs steps etc CAUTION Your wheelchair does not have any wheel locks when the transit wheels are being used NOTE When the chair is to be set up with the transit wheels and the anti tip tubes the transit mounting must be installed between the camber tube clamp and the anti tip tube clamp mounting not shown Tyres and Mounting Tyres and Mounting 8 1 Always make sure you that you maintain the correct tyre pressure as this can have an effect on wheelchair perfor mance If the tyre pressure is too low rolling resistance will increase requiring more effort to move the chair forward Low tyre pressure also has a negative impact on maneuver ability If the tyre pressure is too high the tyre could burst The correct pressure for a given tyre is printed on the surfa ce of the tyre itself Tyres can be m
6. LR r E A S 11 Travel Wheels ouso ap aca DS eh ata oe ee ER ie Soe es 11 Tyres and MOUNINO sas ras pas aoe on TST ode ERES os 11 POUDE SHOOUNG paso gurnssaas feb ae eae cease boon ets eee es 12 Maintenance and Care ccc ees 12 JECHMICGI DAL qussacisd repara sds prai Se 12 13 Nameplates Guarantee cccccccccccc ees 13 TORQUE possa pt bases es Ns SA DS hoe SDS we es oe 13 This manual gives information on all features sold across different countries without stating whether they are actually available in your country or are optional or standard features For this informa tion please refer to the orderform prescription form or your prescriber supplier ARGON 3 ENGLISH L 2 J Lu Safety Tips 3 2 The engineering and construction of this wheelchair have been designed to provide maximum Safety International safety stan dards currently in force have either been fulfilled or exceeded Nevertheless users may put themselves at risk by improperly using their wheelchairs For your own Safety the following rules must absolutely be observed Unprofessional or erroneous adapta tion or adjustment work could increase the risk of accidents As a wheelchair user you are also part of the daily traffic on streets and sidewalks just like anyone else We would like to remind you that you are thus also subject to any and all traffic laws For this reason you should always wear light clothing in the dark as much as pos sib
7. be raised or lowered Press the anti tip tube release button so that both release pins are drawn inwards Move the inner tube up or down to slot into the height holes provided Release the button Fit the second anti tip wheel in the same way Both wheels should be at the same height Options Seat Seat sling 7 101 3 Remove the screws on the left side of the sling Adjust the VELCRO material to increase the tension of the seat sling Tighten up the scr ews again If the screws are difficult to fit back in place try and locate the holes with a sharp object Ensure also that the plastic base is in the cor rect position before the screws are tightened again Options Seat Depth Seat depth growth Optional 7 102 3 a Op Using the optional cylinder for an offset seal the backrest tubes can be moved either 1 2 5 cm or 2 5 cm further back than with the Special seat cylinder 1 Before fitting establish which back system rigid back is to be used and which seat offset is required 2 If a seat depth increase of approx 1 2 5 cm is required screw 1 is screwed into hole 1 3 If a seat depth increase of approx 2 5 cm is required screw 1 is screwed into hole 2 0505 2 ST 000690644 EMS 1B Options Crutch Holder Crutch Holder 7 110 This device permits crutches to be transpor ted directly on a wheelchair It has a Velcro loop 1 to fasten crutches or other aids
8. the castor fork to be turned so that it can be reset at right 3 angles to the ground when the seat angle is 191 changed 524 525 526 195 ARGON 7 T 2 I J Lu Options Seat height Adjusting front seat height Adjustable frame 7 53 2 1 Slacken the screw 1 and remove the cover 2 This releases the height adjustment fixing 2 By turning the castor connection you can continuously adjust the seat height by 1 5 cm Using the marking 3 on the castor connection you can ensure that both castors are set the same 3 Ensure that both castors are set at the same height otherwise the chair cannot move in a straight line 4 Ensure that the bolts 4 always face outwards and are at right angles to the direction of travel So that it will move in a straight line 5 Replacing the cover 2 and tightening the screw 1 secures the height adjustment fixing When doing this be careful to observe the starting tor que Adjusting the directional stability 1 Slacken the screw 1 and remove the cover 2 This releases the height adjustment fixing 2 Bring the castor fork at right angles to the direc tion of travel and put a set square onto the Straight surface 3 of the fork 3 By turning the castor connection the castor can be turned inwards or outwards to correct directio nal stability 4 Replacing the cover 2 and tightening the screw 1 secures the height adjustment fixing When
9. 42 138 mm 49 48 37 49 42 138 mm 50 48 39 49 42 138 mm 51 48 39 49 42 138 mm 52 48 40 49 42 5 solid 118 mm 49 48 37 49 42 118 mm 50 48 39 49 42 118 mm 51 48 39 49 42 138 mm 50 48 39 49 42 138 mm 51 48 39 49 42 138 mm 52 48 40 49 42 138 mm 53 48 41 49 42 6 soft 118 mm 51 48 39 49 42 118 mm 52 48 40 49 42 138 mm 51 48 39 49 42 138 mm 52 48 40 49 42 138 mm 53 48 41 49 42 138 mm 54 48 42 49 42 1 2 ARGON Important Measurements without cushions Argon fixed castor receiver Argon adjustable castor receiver Castors Fork Front seat Rear seat height in cm height in cm 24 26 3 solid 72mm 43 43 35 43 42 72mm 44 44 35 44 42 72mm 45 45 35 45 42 72mm 46 46 35 46 42 72mm 47 47 35 47 42 4 solid 118 mm 46 46 35 46 42 118 mm 47 47 35 47 42 118 mm 48 48 36 48 42 118 mm 49 48 37 49 42 118 mm 50 48 39 49 42 118 mm 51 48 39 49 42 118 mm 52 48 40 49 42 118 mm 53 48 41 49 42 5 solid 118 mm 49 48 37 49 42 118 mm 50 48 39 49 42 118 mm 51 48 39 49 42 118 mm 53 48 41 49 42 118 mm 54 48 42 49 42 6 soft 118 mm 51 48 39 49 42 118 mm 52 48 40 49 42 118 mm 53 48 41 49 42 118 mm 54 48 42 49 42 118 mm 56 48 44 49 44 0505 2 ST 000690644 EMS 1B Technical Data Overall width 24 26 With 0 camber SW 20cm SW 20cm With 3 camber SW 22cm SW 26cm With 6 camber SW 28cm SW 32cm With 9 camber SW 34cm SW 38cm each with narrow mounted handrims configuration Overall length 107 cm Overall height 97 cm W
10. In the case that there is no authorised dealer in your area or you have any questions you can contact Sunrise Medical either in writ ing or by telephone contacts are mentioned on the last page Sunrise Medical Ltd Sunrise Business Park High Street Wollaston West Midlands DY8 4PS England Telephone 44 1384 446622 Fax 44 1384 446644 www sunrisemedical com 0505 2 ST 000690644 EMS 1B Table of contents Foreword for Wheelchairs Safety Tips for Wheelchairs 0 0 00 cc eee 4 Wheelchair Components 0 0 ees 5 Handling Folding Up and Unfolding arames ras Saia BAe eee da A 6 O ptions Step TUDOS 2242255640855 00e PIA tee STATE oe eee SRA 6 Wheel GOCKS sans ss aaa seas neuga ce pba ome dae aaah 6 Suspension system 4 032030 e 0 denise d P E E dd 2 6 Footplate Adjustment sans paga acer Dale wid Cae eT bica 7 COS sea Te EEE EREE E Saca Ta Ra SS e EO GS 7 DAL ms ahs DO Gee eee nme te ae oe he ae ee ADE 7 Cast seee pena ay pony ee Oe ee Pas e ee Pe eee eae 7 Seca NCIONl t26cea vetted aeres be eeyeova gens bese eee ces 8 Wheel Alignment sds nd rss oo Rees ee ee Ene A 8 DOCE eucuteaeteat op PESE E nn es oe eee ete tae es 9 DOCES paaatad asc ead DAS ear va hee der Pa 10 Lap belt instructions 0 ccc ee eens 10 Pe ID TUDOS asp fada dh Fake ID a Rae a 11 DOU qa ou E E E T O aig deg eon erat atone Rance LA areas Gaye 11 SC COL DOPUI 2oe2c2c4 458 aa ee aurea SS o EAR DEE 11 CCR GIO siroa paced eee EE
11. ber tube is centred left to right The gap should be the same on both sides or there should be no gap 527 at all Tighten the screws to 7 Nm 528 Width adjustment of the wheelbase 7 62 K REAR WHEELBASE The rear wheelbase is defined as the distance between the upper side of the rear wheels and the backrest tubes and is represented by measure ment The factory setting is 1 25 cm A bigger gap is usually required when a sufficient gap between the tyres and optionally height adjustable armrests has to be created NOTE When adjusting the rear 508 wheelbase adjust first one wheel then the other If both sides are slackened at the same time the adjustment of toe in toe out will be altered To adjust the rear wheelbase the parts of the camber 4 move telescopically into or out of the camber tube 5 and lock into pla ce when they reach the end Slacken screw 6 located closest to the camber tube on the left side of the chair Move the quick release axle inwards or outwards to achieve the desired wheelbase Tighten the screws to 7 Nm Repeat this procedure on the right side of the chair and adjust the gap so that it is the same amount as on the left side 0505 2 ST 000690644 EMS 1B Options Back Angle adjustable rigid back 7 77 1 1 The backrest angle is adjusted by the interlocking teeth of the backrest cylinder 1 and the backrest mounting B To adjust the angle insert a Torx T40 key 2 int
12. cated in the upper or lower openings 0505 2 ST 000690644 EMS 1B Options Footplate Adjustment Divided and Platform Footplates 7 22 Footplates can be flipped up to facilitate getting in and getting out of your wheelchair They can also be tilted to six diffe rent angles relative to a level surfa ce Tighten screw 1 firmly on the outer side By removing the clips 2 the footplate can be adjusted to three different positions toward both the front and rear Loosen the adjustment screw 3 to change the horizontal position of the footplate For this purpose the footplate must be flipped up When finished make sure that all screws have been properly tightened see the page on torque A minimum inter val of 2 5 centimeters from the gro und should always be maintained 15 3 Adjusting the Footrest 7 25 Removing screw 1 will allow you to adjust the footrest to corre spond to the length of your lower leg The angle of the footrest may be individually adjusted not rigid footrest by loosening nuts 2 The footrest bracket 3 prevents feet from unintentionally slipping out place When finished make sure that all screws have been properly tightened see the page on torque 523 Options Castor Castors Castor Plates Forks 7 40 From time to time the wheelchair may veer slightly to the right or left or the castors may flutter This may be caused by the following Forward and or reverse wheel mo
13. d exclusively to convey one person at a time in the seat Any other use beyond this limit is in violation of safety regulations Users Should not sit in the wheelchair while riding in any and all means of transportation Only permanently installed seats and seat belts will offer sufficient protection in hazardous situations When vehicles are in motion unoccupied wheelchairs should be secured using appropriate means Before changing any of the adjustments of this wheelchair it is important to read the corresponding section of the user s manual It is possible that potholes or uneven ground could cause this wheelchair to tip over especially when riding uphill or downhill When riding over a step or up an incline frontally the body should be leaning forward 4 ARGON 0505 2 ST 000690644 EMS 1B Wheelchair Components 4 1 We at SUNRISE MEDICAL have been awarded the ISO 9001 Certificate which affirms the quality of our products at every stage from R amp D to production This product complies with the standards set forth in EU directives Optional equipment and accessories are available at extra charge ENGLISH Wheelchairs 1 Push handles Backrest upholstery Sideguards Seat sling Footrest Castors Castor plates Fork 6 castor Quick release axles 10 Wheel locks 11 Handrim 12 Rear wheel OONAORWN 0505 2 ST 000690644 EMS 1B ARGON 5 L 2 J Lu Quick Release Axles for Rear Wheels 6 2
14. eight in kg At least 9 9 kg Maximum load Approved to load of 120 kg Nameplates Guarantee Nameplates 11 1 2 The nameplate is located on either the cross tube assembly or the transverse frame tube as well as on the back page of the user s manual The name plate indicates the exact model designation and other technical specifications Please provide the following information whenever you have to order replacement parts or to file a claim e Serial number e Order number e Month Year Guarantee You have purchased a high quality SUNRISE MEDICAL product As a sign of our gratitude we are providing you with lifetime guarantee on frame components and 12 months on parts We are not responsible for any damage resulting from inappro priate or unprofessional installation and or repairs through neglect and wear or from changes in any wheelchair components caused either by the user or by third parties In such cases this guarantee Shall be considered null and void Custom wheelchairs cannot be exchanged 0505 2 ST 000690644 EMS 1B Torque 12 1 The torque for the M6 screw is 7 Nm unless otherwise specified ARGON 1 3 ENGLISH
15. elt must be checked on a daily basis to ensure they are adjusted correctly see step 7 and are free from any obstruction or adverse wear Sunrise Medical does not encourage the transportation of any per son in a vehicle using this positioning belt as a method of restraint Please see Sunrise Medical transit booklet for further advice on transportation Maintenance Check lap belt and securing components at regular intervals for any sign of frays or damage Replace if necessary NOTE The lap belt should be adjusted to suit the end user as detailed above Sunrise Medical recommend that the length and fit of the belt be checked on a regular basis to reduce the risk of the end user inadvertently re adjusting the belt to an excessive length 0505 2 ST 000690644 EMS 1B Options Anti Tip Tubes Quickie Argon anti tip tubes 7 93 4 Sunrise Medical recommends anti tip tubes for all chairs When fitting anti tip tubes use a torque of 12 Nm 1 Slotting the anti tip tubes into the clamp a Press the rear button on the anti tip tube so that both release pins are drawn inwards b Slot the anti tip tubes 1 into the anti tip tube adapter 2 c Turn the anti tip tubes downwards until the relea Se pin locks into the clamp d Fit the second anti tip tube in the same way 2 Adjusting the anti tip tubes Fig 25 To achieve the correct ground clearance of approx 1 to 2 3 5 cm to 5 0 cm the anti tip tubes must
16. ing wheel chair Always use the handrims for braking Make sure that the interval between the tyres and wheel locks complies with given specifications To readjust loosen screw 1 and set the appropriate interval Tigh ten screw See the page on torque CAUTION After each adjustment of the 520 rear wheels check the interval to the wheel locks and readjust if necessary Extension for the wheel lock Lever 7 11 The extension for the wheel lock lever can be removed or folded down The longer lever helps to minimize the effort needed to set the wheel locks Caution Mounting the wheel lock too clo se toward the wheel will resultin s a higher effort to operate This z might cause the wheel lock E extension lever to break Leaning onto the wheel lock extension lever whi le transferring will cause the lever to break Splashing water from tyres might cause the wheel lock to malfunction Options Suspension system Suspension system 7 17 The function of the suspension System is determined by the buffer elements 1 Sunrise Medical offers a varied range of elements to suit the individual weight of the user To replace the elements remove the 2 screws 2 1 on each side Turn the rocker arms 3 down wards the buffer elements 1 can then be easily removed from the upper and lower openings 522 To fit new sleeves use the reverse procedure Ensu re that the buffer elements are securely lo
17. itioning belt Take the positioning belt strap and thread through the tri glide Repeat on both ends of positioning belt Step 3 To fit the positioning belt to the chair Take the positioning belt Strap and wrap around back post Step 4 Thread the positioning belt back through the tri glide to form a loop around the back post Thread positioning strap through tri glide as shown in step 5 1 0 ARGON Step 5 To secure the positioning belt to the chair Take one of the cable ties Supplied and thread through the positioning belt strap Then wrap around the frame and fasten together DO NOT over tighten positioning belt Repeat steps 3 5 with both ends of positioning belt Step 6 To adjust the positioning belt use the tri glide buckles and the fastening buckle Step 7 The positioning belt should be adjusted so the fastening buckle is Situated in the middle of the pelvis Step 8 The positioning belt should be adjusted so a hand can be placed between the user and the belt The positioning belt can be used on the Quickie RXS Quickie 2 Breezy SLTL and Quickie 2 Millennium wheelchairs Quickie RXS Quickie 2 q J 2 T Y C 35 ly j O O gt mM Advice to client The positioning belt must only be fitted by an approved Sunrise Medical dealer agent The positioning belt should only be adju sted by a professional or a Sunrise Medical approved dealer agent The positioning b
18. le so that you can be seen more easily and make sure that the reflectors are not covered Be careful during your first ride in this wheelchair Get to know your wheelchair Test what effect changing the center of gravity would have on your wheelchair Practice using your wheelchair on level ground as well as going uphill and down hill CAUTION The wheel locks are not intended to brake your wheelchair They are only there to ensure that your wheelchair does not begin rolling unintentionally When you stop on uneven ground you should always use the wheel locks to prevent such rolling Always set both wheel locks otherwise your wheelchair could tip over The wheel locks have not been designed to be used as brakes for a moving wheelchair Always make use of elevators and ramps If these are not available you can reach your destination with the aid of two attendants They should grip the wheelchair at securely mounted parts If your wheelchair is equipped with anti tip tubes these should be folded away A wheelchair should never be lifted with an occupant it should only be pushed Before each use the following should be checked Quick release axles on the rear wheels Velcro on seats and backrests Tyres tyre pressure and wheel locks Wheel locks will not function properly if tyre pressure is too low or the interval between tyres and wheel locks is too large The maxi mum user weight is 120 kilograms This wheelchair should be use
19. ng properly and easy to use Change tyres as you would an ordinary bicycle tyre All of the joints that are critical to using your wheelchair Safely are self locking nuts Check every three months to make sure that all bolts are secure See the page on tor que Self locking nuts should only be used once and Should be replaced after single use Use only mild household cleansers when your wheelchair is dirty Use only soap and water when cleaning the seat upholstery If your wheelchair should ever get wet please dry it after use A small amount of sewing machine oil should be applied to quick release axles approximately every 8 weeks Depending on the frequency and type of use we re commend taking your wheelchair to your authorised dea ler every 6 months to have it inspected by trained per sonnel CAUTION Sand and sea water or salt in the winter can damage the bearings of the front and rear wheels Clean the wheelchair thoroughly after exposure to these conditi ons Technical Data Seat heights The choice of frames forks and castors as well as the rear wheel size 24 26 determines the seat heights which can be achieved Possible seat heights Castors Fork Front seat Rear seat height in cm height in cm 24 26 3 solid 72 mm 43 43 35 43 42 72mm 44 44 35 44 42 4 solid 118 mm 46 46 35 46 42 118 mm 47 47 35 47 42 118 mm 48 48 36 48 42 118 mm 49 49 37 49 42 118 mm 50 50 39 49 42 138 mm 48 48 36 48
20. o the Slit in the backrest tube 3 and release the screws 4 on both sides of the chair until the teeth are free and can be adjusted Adjust the backrest tubes on the left side of the chair to achieve the required angle to the chair frame and tighten the screw 4 to 24 Nm Use the Allen key extension Note the position markers on the backrest cylinder A and the backrest mounting 1 on the left of the chair and adjust the right Side to the same position Tighten the scr ews to 24 Nm Adjustable back sling 7 77 2 The adjustable back sling can be adjusted for tension by using Several straps The back sling upholstery can be accessed from the inside via an opening and can be upholstered to Suit individual tastes 529 Height adjustable backrest 7 77 The backrest height can be adju sted to 5 different positions 38 48 cm Open and remove the bolt 1 and move the back tube into the desired position Then fix the bolt again 506 Standard sideguard flip up removable with short or long arm pads 7 81 3 With the sideguard which is step ped down at the front it is possible to move up closer to a table To flip them up press the lever G for wards so that the sideguard is released ATTENTION Sideguards and the armrests are not designed to be used to lift or carry the wheelchair 530 Sideguard flip up removable with short or long arm pads height adjustable The arm pad can be height
21. ounted the same way as an ordinary bicycle tyre Before installing a new inner tube you should always make sure that the base of the rim and the interior of the tyre are free of foreign objects Check the pressure after mounting or repairing a tyre It is critical to your safety and to the wheelchair s performance that regulation air pressure be maintained and that tyres be in good condition ARGON 1 1 L 2 m J Lu Trouble Shooting Wheelchair pulls to one side 9 1 1 Check tyre pressure Check to make sure wheel turns easily bearings axle Check to make sure both castors are making proper contact with the ground Castors begin to wobble 9 2 Check angle of castors Check to make sure all bolts are secure tighten if neces sary See the page on torque Check to make sure both castors are making proper contact with the ground Wheelchair squeaks and rattles 9 6 Check to make sure bolts are secure tighten if necessary see the page on torque Apply small amount of lubrication to spots where mova ble parts come in contact with one another Wheelchair begins to wobble 9 7 Check angle at which castors are set Check tyre pressure Check to see if rear wheels are adjusted differently Maintenance and Care Maintenance 9 9 Check the tyre pressure every 4 weeks Check all of the tyres for wear or damage Check the brakes approximately every 4 weeks to make sure that they are worki
22. tion has not been set properly The castor angle has not been adjusted properly e Castor and or rear wheel air pressure is incorrect wheels do not turn smoothly The wheelchair will not move in a straight line if the castors have not been properly adjusted Castors Should always be adjusted by an authorized dealer The castor plates must be readjusted and the wheel locks must be checked any time the rear wheel position has been altered 0505 2 ST 000690644 EMS 1B Options Seat Adjusting the seat height 7 53 2 To adjust rear seat height slacken and remove the 4 Torx screws 1 2 each Side and the thread washer 2 which secures the clamp 3 for the camber tubes to the axle plates 4 Adjust the two camber tube clamps 3 to the required height and replace the 4 Torx screws Before tightening the screws please follow the instructions for set ting the toe in toe out to zero Section 7 61 1 Tighten the screws to 7 Nm NOTE An adjustment to the castor angle may be necessary when adjusting the rear seat height ENGLISH 508 Options Castor Adjusting the castor 7 42 3 To ensure that both forks are set parallel simply count the teeth visible on both sides After setting the castor fork the teeth will guarantee a secure position allowing an adjustment of 16 in 2 increments Use the flat side to check for a right angled position to the ground The patented design allows
23. ud bolts in or out as required until you have found the desired fit ARGON 9 L 2 I J z Lu Options Backrest Height Adjustable Push Handles 7 90 These handles are secured with pins to prevent them from sliding out unintentionally Opening the quick release lever 1 makes it possible to adjust the push hand les to meet your individual needs As you move the lever you will hear a locking mechanism you may now easily position the push handle as desired The nut 2 on 49 the tension lever determines how tightly the push handles are clamped into place If the nut is loose after adjusting the tension lever the push handle will also be too loose Turn the push handle from side to side before use to make sure that it is clamped securely enough into place After adjusting handle height always clamp the tension lever 1 securely into place If the lever is not secure injuries could result when ascending stairs Fold Down Push Handles 7 91 If the push handles are not in use they can be folded down by depressing the button 2 When they are needed again simply flip them back up until they click into place Options Lap belt instructions Note Lap belts are fitted as positional aids and are not suitable as trans portation restraints Step 1 Positioning belt kit The Positioning belt kit contains one positioning belt three tri glide buckles and two cable ties Step 2 To assemble the pos
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