User Guide - Evocare Australia
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1. Evocare mymobility www evocare com au Ph 07 3355 8000 Fax 07 3355 5043 BRAKES The brakes should not be used for slowing the wheelchair Brakes are designed as a locking device only and should be applied when the wheelchair is stationary Use the push rims as a means of slowing the wheelchair The brakes should be checked on a regular basis or when you notice that their performance is starting to diminish Brake Adjustment Check that the large rear tyres have been inflated to a correct pressure before making any brake adjustments Loosen the nut on brake body and adjust the brake so that when the lever is in the locked position the wheel is firmly held by the brake arm Re tighten the locking nut e The bars should not rub against the tyre when the brakes are in the off position If rolling occurs when both brakes have been applied the brakes have not been adjusted far enough repeat the above process LARGE WHEELS 24 INCH The large wheels are fitted with sealed ball bearings and with normal use and regular maintenance should last many years without replacement The large rear wheel tyres should only be replaced in pairs Worn and or under inflated tyres may make the wheelchair difficult to steer and propel always maintain correctly inflated tyres in order to minimize these problems and to maximize tyre lifespan Rear wheels should be inflated to manufacturer s recommended pressure refer to side wall of tyre for corr2. the swing away leg rests out of the cardboard box insert leg rests onto the two locating pins swing them in for automatic locking The Velcro heel strap has a loop on one end slide this over its guiding pin located on the rear of one of the swing away leg rest shafts and Velcro the other end onto the guiding pin on the other swing away leg rest Before using your wheelchair for the first time ensure tyre pressures are correct and brakes function correctly PLEASE NOTE The range of wheelchairs have been designed with general purpose use in mind and are suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments However it is not intended to be used as a heavy duty device therefore we recommend that it be kept away from prolonged exposure to extreme conditions such as direct sunlight extremes of temperature Also due to its mild steel construction it is not to be used in excessively wet environments e g shower or left out in the rain FOLDING AND OPENING INSTRUCTIONS Folding Before folding flip up footplates to the vertical position Grasp the seat upholstery by the stitched in handles the seat and lift upwards Opening Take your position at the front of the wheelchair Press down in the centre of the upholstery bars TRANSPORTING YOUR CHAIR K Care does not recommend that you travel in a vehicle whilst sitting in your wheelchair Where possible wheelchair occupants should be transferred into a seat
3. user utilising the push rims not by riding the brakes as can be seen in Picture Two Under normal conditions clean and dry surface with no side angle it is possible to climb slopes safely of up to thirteen degrees Crossing kerbs obstacles We recommend that when accessing difficult terrain unless you are an experienced or strong wheelchair user that an attendant be present The attendant can tilt the chair back using the hand grips and the rear tilt bars When an attendant is not present we recommend that you avoid difficult terrain and obstacles such as kerbs by utilizing provided walkways wheelchair access points etc If these are not available and kerbs need to be accessed carefully lift the castors over the top of the kerb then ease the rest of the chair forward This practice should only be attempted by experienced and strong wheelchair users Descending from kerbs obstacles Picture Three Picture Four Rolling forward and keeping the back in an upright position should allow you to safely descend from a kerb Picture Three Higher obstacles can be dealt with by approaching the kerb in a reverse position Bring the two large rear wheels to the edge of the obstacle and slowly easing your chair down using the push rim as a steady brake Improve your stability by leaning your body forward in the chair throughout this manouvre Picture Four Evocare mymobility www evocare com au Ph 07 3355 8000 Fax 07 3355 5
4. 043 BREAKDOWN OF MAIN WHEELCHAIR COMPONENTS Ergonomic push handles Padded arm rest Removable side arm 24 pneumatic wheels Removable swing away User operated leg rest hand brake Velcro heel strap Fold up foot plate 8 solid castors LEG RESTS The swing away leg rests provided on the K Care wheelchairs are removable and feature fold up footplates To remove e Pull lever outwards to allow the leg rest to swing outwards Lift upwards to remove from mounting pins To install Insert footrest back on the two mounting pins and swing inwards e The lever will automatically click into a locked position To adjust footplates Remove hexagonal head bolt with tool provided with your wheelchair Move up or down until desired height is achieved Replace the hexagonal head bolt and tighten ARM RESTS The arm rests provided on our wheelchairs are of full length and include a full length padded top arm The arm rest is removable on most models to assist with side transfer of user and when positioning the wheelchair close to a table To remove Push button and hold in on front of arm socket Using your other hand lift the arm rest upwards To install Replace arm rest into front and rear arm sockets push button in and arm rest down simultaneously Ensure arm rest is secure by inspecting for button protrusion from hole Never lift the wheelchair by its arm rests as damage may occur
5. Wheelchairs User Guide mw d prom DN 15 HA 4 3 IN M 1 4 Contemporary Designs e Tn uf Chairs M mymobility Selected by Hills Healthcare for Australian users TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS INCLUDED EXTRAS OPTIONS ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS gt FOLDING amp OPENING INSTRUCTONS gt TRANSPORTING OF WHEELCHAIR gt COMMON MISUSE OF WHEELCHAIRS USE OF YOUR MANUAL WHEELCHAIR gt DESCENDING amp ASCENDING GRADIENTS CROSSING KERBS amp OBSTACLES DESCENDING FROM KERBS amp OBSTACLES BREAKDOWN OF MAIN WHEELCHAIR COMPONENTS gt FOOT RESTS gt ARM RESTS gt BRAKES LARGE WHEELS 24 INCH FORKS AND CASTORS CLEANING YOUR WHEELCHAIR UPHOLSTERY FRAME GENERAL SERVICING WARRANTY K CARE CONTACT DETAILS Evocare www evocare com au Ph 07 3355 8000 Fax 07 3355 5043 mymobility PAGE No 2 Evocare mymobility www evocare com au Ph 07 3355 8000 Fax 07 3355 5043 INTRODUCTION We at K Care would like to thank you for selecting one of our wheelchairs The K Care range of wheelchairs are manufactured from chrome plated mild steel with vinyl upholstery Safe maximum user weights are as follows W28 120 kilograms e W78 140 kilograms W78T 140 kilograms Your new wheelchair should provide years of trouble free use provided you read and implement the recommendat
6. and use the proper vehicle seat restraints However if you wish your chair to be transported in a vehicle your vehicle wheelchair restraint system must comply with AS2942 1994 COMMON MISUSE OF MANUAL WHEELCHAIRS There are several common misuses of wheelchairs known to K Care that may lead to personal injury or damage to the wheelchair Picking up the wheelchair by either its removable armrests or removable leg rests may result in damage to the removable items Using the wheelchair when the pneumatic wheels are flat or only partially inflated may lead to tyre tube damage This wheelchair has not been designed to be used in a wet environment shower pool etc Exposure to large amounts or long periods of moisture will lead to the build up of rust Evocare mymobility USE OF YOUR MANUAL WHEELCHAIR Descending ascending steep gradients When transferring either into or out of the wheelchair the braking mechanisms must be activated Using the wheelchair in difficult situations such as steep gradients side angled pathways and obstacles may be hazardous We recommend the following methods should be used to avoid tipping over Picture One Picture Two By leaning the body forward the stability of the wheelchair can be improved greatly when ascending a gradient as can be seen in Picture One On downward gradients the back should be in a straight position with the speed and direction of the wheelchair controlled by the
7. ccidentally through misuse or neglect K Care does not warrant product that has been modified from its original form Due to logistical reasons it is imperative that you contact your place of purchase who will lodge an official complaint claim on your behalf K CARE CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE K Care Perth K Care Melbourne 100 Mulgul Road 9 Kingston Town Close Malaga WA 6090 East Oakleigh VIC 3166 Australia Australia DISTRIBUTER EVOCARE AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED A B N 98 078 566 604 Trading as EVOCARE and L amp M EQUIPMENT P O Box 1144 Stafford Qld 4053 Ph 07 3355 8000 Fax 07 3355 5043 Website http www evocare com au Quality E Mail sales evocare com au 150 9001 workshop Qevocare com au 5 gt b a o
8. ect pressure settings To remove large rear wheels Remove dust Unscrew the locking nut and unscrew the axle bolt remove axle bolt To reinstall reverse the above procedure FORKS AND CASTORS To remove fork with castor Remove dust Unscrew the locking nut and remove fork with attached castor To reinstall reverse the above procedure Evocare mymobility www evocare com au Ph 07 3355 8000 Fax 07 3355 5043 CLEANING YOUR WHEELCHAIR With a regular cleaning routine you can preserve the appearance of your wheelchair for a very long time Listed below are some simple procedures that will make cleaning your wheelchair easier UPHOLSTERY The build up of body oils sweat can cause the soft vinyl to harden up and crack Cleaning should be performed approximately once a week fortnight To Clean Wipe with a damp soft cloth or sponge dampen cloth with a mild cleaning agent such as a non abrasive soap Stubborn grime may require gentle scrubbing with a soft brush When finished dry with a soft cloth PLEASE NOTE Never use furniture polishes abrasive cleaners or steel wool on this wheelchair as it may severely damage the finish of the chair Regular use of cleaners containing hydrocarbons or similar additives may cause damage to the vinyl and harden the surface We recommend that you replace broken upholstery screws immediately to avoid potential tearing of the vinyl Ens
9. ions in this manual Please take the time to read this manual and familiarise yourself with the features and functions of your chair before operating it for the first time If you have any queries about the functions of this wheelchair or are interested in another product in our extensive range please contact your local K Care Distributor or place of purchase for details PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Models W28 Overall Width when open 670mm Overall Width when folded 310mm Floor to Top of Seat at Front 500mm Seat Width 450mm Seat Depth 400mm Floor to Push Handles 900mm 24 inch rear pneumatic wheels or 12 inch pneumatic wheels on transporter models 8 inch front solid castors Removable padded top arm rests where fitted Removable swing away leg rests Models W78 W78T Overall Width when open 720mm Seat Width 500mm Floor to push handles 1000mm All other specifications as above INCLUDED EXTRAS With your wheelchair you should find the following accessories 1x Leg rest adjustment tool 1x Phillips head screwdriver 1x Velcro heel strap All models excluding the W88 wheelchair Evocare mymobility www evocare com au Ph 07 3355 8000 Fax 07 3355 5043 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Assembly of the wheelchair is quite simple as it is almost completely pre assembled by the manufacturer Firstly remove the plastic bag from the chair and open the wheelchair up Then take
10. ure stretched torn or split upholstery is replaced for your safety FRAME To Clean Simply wipe over the frame once a week with a soft cloth and a mild evaporative cleaner such as glass window cleaner to remove any prints smudges this will restore the frame s shiny finish GENERAL SERVICING Approximately every 3 months or so we recommend that you perform the following routine to maximise the longevity of your wheelchair Check castor rear wheel play remove dust caps and ensure area around the axle s locking nut is free of dust and debris e Check brakes and adjust if necessary Ensure that all nuts and screws on the frame are tight Check the large rear wheels for loose or broken spokes An experienced service technician should tighten and repair loose or broken spokes If replacement parts are ever required such as tyres tubes footplates etc please contact your nearest K Care distributor for pricing and availability of materials Evocare mymobility www evocare com au Ph 07 3355 8000 Fax 07 3355 5043 WARRANTY K Care warrants our range of wheelchairs for a period of twelve 12 months from date of purchase an authorised K Care Distributor must inspect the product within the warranty period K Care is not liable for any costs borne from the shipping of non conforming product to place of inspection e g distributor address K Care s warranty does not cover product damaged a
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