Avanti CHAIR User's Manual
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1. The chair footrest or occupant feet if longer should be taken to just in front of the kerb edge The attendant pushing should grip the chair push bar firmly pressing down on the tipping lever tilting the chair backwards using body weight leverage bringing chair forward till the back wheels touch the kerb The front castors wheels can then be lowered down onto the path making sure that the wheels are facing rearwards With the push handles held firmly the attendant should now lift and push the chair 1 7 3 Going up a kerb Second Method The chair should be turned round so that the back wheels are against the kerb and the attendant should hold the pushing handles firmly and tip the chair backwards Using body weight as leverage the attendant should then pull the chair off the kerb and up onto the pavement making sure as above that the castor wheels are facing rearwards The chair may then be pivoted to face the direction of travel and pushed forward 1 7 4 Going down up a flight of steps Where possible the hazard of negotiating steps should be avoided Modern public buildings should provide permanent wheelchair ramps with a practical slope angle for safe access loose ramps pushed against a kerb are not recommended Learning the geography of an area is important A little journey planning can eliminate difficult manoeuvres Many falls and injuries to both occupant and helper can occur when inexperienced people are ca2. to bring user attention to important safety requirements and should not be removed All the information should be read and understood then kept in a safe place and available for reference Users are responsible for ensuring that the product is used safely and correctly according to the information supplied Service requirements will depend upon the degree of actual use We recommend that a chair used frequently be checked over by an authorised service department every twelve months Packaging should be disposed of carefully and safely after an initial period of use 1 2 PREPARING THE CHAIR FOR USE This section will familiarise you with the main parts of the chair and take you through the routine operations required before the Handling Chair can be used It is useful to practice these until you are confident that you can do them easily Page 4 March 2005 Revision B The Avanti can be opened by the following sequence of operations e Remove chair from packing using seat handle e Lift push handle e Lock backrest and push handle into position by pulling cable up and locating pins in hinge bracket Take care when locking into position e Ensure that quarter turn latch pin locates in to the tube fo A Pin located in Jj p locked position a p in hinge bracket N Q Q e Apply Brake Gage f y Turn Latch e Place footrest in forward position e Place one armrest into bottom position e User access chair vi
3. the brakes are on The seat belt should be unbuckled and the armrests swivelled upwards away from the seat so as not to restrict side access An attendant should grip the push handle bar whilst the occupant is being located in the chair The simplest way to transfer into the Handling chair is for the occupant to stand with the feet firmly on the ground and then lowered slowly with assistance slowly into the seat initially facing sideways Then once seated swivelled to face forwards with the feet resting on the footrest frame A range of different handling equipment is available to make this operation easier for all concerned A hoist may be appropriate in many instances where the occupant cannot stand and be lowered Sideways sliding access by the occupant may also be possible from a sitting chair into the Avanti If there is a gap between the two seat surfaces it may be necessary to use a transfer board DO NOT ATTEMPT SIDE TRANSFER ON SLIPPERY OR UNEVEN FLOORS Once seated in the Avanti the lap strap should secure the occupant These come as standard equipment on the Avanti They have tensioning adjustment and a quick release buckle Use of a strap gives confidence to both occupant and attendant when the chair is being manoeuvred When using the Avanti outdoors at night ensure that chair occupant and attendant are visible preferably carry out all transfers in a well lit area Consider wearing light reflective clothing Page 6 March 20
4. 05 Revision B 1 4 FOOTRESTS The footrest is a simple frame which swivels and folds for storage When in use the footrest should be pivoted to the outward locked position Footrest height is not adjustable Diagram shows footrest in outward locked position 1 5 BRAKES The toggle action parking brakes are located in pre set positions to act on the rear wheels The brakes are intended to prevent the chair moving whilst the occupant is getting in or out of the chair See service checklist also The brake should be released when the chair is stored Page 7 March 2005 Revision B 1 6 WHEELS All the wheels on the Avanti have puncture free polyurethane tyres They are fitted with sealed roller bearings for life and reliability and should not need lubrication by the user under normal conditions However care should be taken to avoid immersion of the wheels in water or pressure washing which can cause ingress into the moving parts and result in deterioration of the wheel bearings The puncture free tyres are maintenance free and hardwearing If however a tyre becomes damaged the wheel should be replaced 1 7 MANOEUVRABILITY amp SAFETY The chair should not be parked with the occupant sitting in it THE OCCUPANT SHOULD NOT BE LEFT UNNATTENDED When manoeuvring the occupant should always be secured by means of the lap strap provided When pushing the grip on the handle should be firmly grasped by the attendant The a
5. AL 10 DEGREES REARWARD FRAME ANGLE FROM HORIZONTA 3 DEGREES LOWER AT BACK PUSH HANDLE HEIGHT 880mm MEASURED FROM GROUND TO CENTRE Dr GRIP CORRIDOR WIDTH TURNING SPACE INCLUDES ATTENDANT DIMENSION mm WIDTH mm ATTENDANT PROPELLED 200 45 YRE IXED AND PUNCTURE FREE CASTOR INFORMATION PUNCTURE FREE TYRE 130 BY 5mm WIDE WEIGHT INFORMATION OTAL WEIGHT FOR LIFTING 7 5Kg MEASUREMENT ATTENDANT PROPELLED THE C H 7176 TESTS amp MEASUREMENTS ON BASIC CS WITHOUT INCLUSION OF ANY ADAPTATION IS FOR COMPARISON AND GUIDANCE NOT A NDARD USER TRIAL RECOMMENDED MPLOYHEALTHCARE COM OBSTACLES AND ENVRIONMENTS SAFE SLOPE FOR MANUAL CHAIRS IS BASED UPON ABILITY OF OCCUPANT OR ATTENDANT TO CONTROL 9 N te bg es DEGREES AIR ON A SLOPE IN ALL DIRECTIONS ISO 7176 IMPACT STRENGTH amp DYNAMIC TESTS TRANSPORT COMPA CRASH TESTED A APPROVE FOR amp OC WTORS STATIC STABILIT MODEL AND AVANTI CONFIG ATTENDANT ARDS BACKWARDS SIDEW 13 SLIDES Page 14 March 2005 Revision B
6. ENCE CHECKLIST The Avanti is intended to provide short term mobility for occupants weighing up to 90kg It should not be used for occupants with spinal conditions It should be used exclusively for this purpose Any other form of use will be regarded as misuse and neither manufacturer nor supplier will be responsible for any injury or damages sustained Please ensure that the operation of this product is fully understood before using Ensure that backrest lock is fully engaged before using Ensure that parking brake is applied when occupant is transferring Ensure that all parts of occupant body or clothing are clear of any moving parts of the chair Do not leave the occupant unattended in the chair Do not exceed the weight limit of 90kg Do not carry more than one occupant in the chair Do not carry shopping bags or other items in the chair Do not try to fold or unfold any part of the chair Apart from the swivelling armrests when the occupant is sitting in it Do not propel the chair at speeds in excess of normal walking pace Take care going down kerbs Do not be use for racing or sports or any situation where excessive speeds may be encountered 1 12 WARRANTY Remploy Healthcare guarantees the products supplied to be free from manufacturing defects and will replace components where necessary free of charge for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase This guarantee is subject to the condition that the pr
7. ERS ENVIRONMENTS INTENDED FOR USE BY DISABLED PEOPLE SHOULD INCORPORATE APPROPRIATE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using any chair both indoors and outside always take precautions against fire risks Avoid smoking and do not use a chair near an open fire or intense heat source The Avanti is not specifically intended to be used as an emergency evacuation chair but it can function in this way In such applications users must be familiar with the operation of the chair in addition to the location of suitable fire exits and the necessary evacuation procedures Page 10 March 2005 Revision B 1 10 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ROUTINES FOR USERS The Remploy Avanti is attractively finished using high quality materials It will retain its appearance during use if looked after and cleaned by the carer or other responsible member of the family Best results will be obtained if the paintwork is protected using a car wax polish Upholstery should be wiped with a damp cloth Marks can be removed using a mild detergent The Avanti is designed for the minimum amount of service maintenance However we recommend that users inspect the chair regularly and look particularly at the following Locking Catches Check that the backrest lock pins operate smoothly when the cable is pulled and latch easily into position to retain the backrest Brake Check that the parking brake is operating correctly Pivots Occasional light lubrication of the pivo
8. REMPLOY HEALTHCARE AVANTI USER GUIDE amp INFORMATION 05 03 AVANTI CHAIR Page 1 March 2005 Revision B AVANTI USER GUIDE amp INFORMATION THIS INFORMATION IS APPLICABLE TO THE AVANTI CHAIR IT SHOULD BE READ BY CARERS AND OTHER USERS WITH ALL OTHER INFORMATION SUPPLIED BEFORE ANYONE ATTEMPTS TO USE THE CHAIR WITH AN OCCUPANT THE PURPOSE OF THIS CHAIR IS TO PROVIDE A MEANS OF SAFE AND CONVENIENT HANDLING OF AN OCCUPANT WITH WALKING DIFFICULTIES WHERE A CONVENTIONAL WHEELCHAIR IS NOT PRACTICAL BECAUSE OF SPACE OR TIME LIMITATIONS IT IS NOT INTENDED FOR LONG TERM SITTING OR FOR OCCUPANTS WITH A SPINAL CONDITION Thank you for choosing a Remploy AVANTI CHAIR We hope you will find it suitable for your needs It will give you many years of trouble free use if used according to the instructions The Avanti is one of the many quality products supplied by Remploy It is a one size lightweight folding chair with convenient handling features which can allow an attendant to quickly manoeuvre an occupant from one location to another where space is limited without the need for heavy lifting or component assembly It has front castors and rear fixed wheels The armrests swivel for side accessibility The User Guide contains essential information that must be read before attempting to use Users requiring more detailed advice about using the chair should contact their Approved Distributor who has full service informa
9. a side e Place remaining armrest into bottom position e Engage lap strap The chair can be opened easily with practice Do not put fingers inside the structure when it is being opened and locked out OCCUPANT TO BE SUPERVISED AT ALL TIMES ENSURE THAT BACKREST LOCK IS FULLY ENGAGED BEFORE USING Page 5 March 2005 Revision B When folding the chair after use place a foot on one of the tipping levers and grip the push bar with both hands Pull the push bar upwards and the front and back frames will fold together Release the backrest lock using one hand to operate the pull cord and allow the backrest to fold pivoting it slowly downwards against the lower frames For ease of handling a carry bag is provided for the folded chair Do not place heavy objects on the folded chair 1 3 SIDE ACCESS AND OCCUPANT TRANSFER Preparation is important if assistance is required it should be planned and available before attempting to use the Avanti with the intended occupant The Avanti is suitable for occupant weights of up to 90 Kg Direct lifting of the occupant should be avoided The occupant requirements should first be considered Some practice with an able bodied person will be useful before actually attempting the operation with the intended occupant Assistance should be sought when it is assessed that the intended occupant would have difficulty in standing and getting into position Before occupying the chair take care to ensure that
10. ck footrests and armrests Page 13 March 2005 Revision B 1 15 Avanti Wheelchair Measured Data And Advised Information Positive Momentum NIC INFORMATION CE CAL CANVAS AT FRAME FOOTREST INFORMATION PRIMARY LEG TO SEAT RELATIONSHIPS TYPES NGLE GHT LEG ANG ee SE gt STANDARD 90 FIXED 380 FIXED ARMREST INFORMATION RANGE MANUAL WHEELCHAIRS OVERALL DIMENSIONS AVANTI OCCUPANT WEIGHT RANGE 50Kg TO 90Kg SAREE a 1 pr JUNIOR OR ADULT OCCUPANTS CONFIGURED FOR REDUCED F ih ATTENDANT PR SION FOR INDOOR AND OUTDOOR HESE I KG USE IN PUBLIC ACCESS AREAS BY REMOVAL Me a l OF QD WHEELS U i l ee AREA DIMENSIONS DESCRIPTION CHAIR OPEN Cmm CHAIR FOLDED mm AND SEAT I RANGE AND SEAT WID SERVICE FRAME u 7176 CTIVE gt E Nic r REFERENCE NUMBER RET R NC AER EASUP WIDTH REF WID LENGTH HEIGHT WID N IC eee WIDTH pera wint avanti 630 790 890 630 250 650 AVANTI 5 13 410 3 0 SEAT FRONT EDGE TO GROUND HEIGHT EFFECTIVE CENTRE MEASURE ME NTS Noe C BACKREST HEIGHT 300mm MEASURED FROM SEAT TO TOP D WHEEL BASE CASTORS TRAILING FRAME WHEEL 320mm BASE REAR WHEEL INFORMATION HEIGHT OF DETACHABLE ARMRESTS mm FIXED HEIGHT 210mm SWIVEL FOR SIDE TRANSFER AND LIFTING FRAME SEAT ANGLE INFORMATION BACKREST ANGLE FROM VERTIC
11. mploy Healthcare Group has a policy of constant product improvement and reserves the right to change specifications without prior notice 1 14 DISTRIBUTOR SERVICE CHECK LIST Brakes The brake should hold the chair on a ramp angle of approx 10 degrees Wheels Check general condition free running and clearance in hubs wheel wobble of 3mm measured at rim is acceptable excessive movement is an indication of wear Chairs with damaged tyres will require wheel replacement Moving Parts Occasional lubrication of sliding parts and pivots We recommend the use of a non toxic lubricant be used eg Superlube Plus from Lubrication Services which is FDA approved for food use will allow easy operation Upholstery and trim The upholstery should be wiped with a damp cloth Marks can be removed using a mild detergent Washing of the complete chair may be carried out by a in a purpose built machine Pressure washing is not recommended Minor upholstery damage should be repaired before it causes problems A slight catch in the upholstery may result in a longer tear if not dealt with when it first occurs Torn and damaged upholstery and handgrips should be replaced Frame and Check for strain and misalignment Check for security of fasteners Fittings Paintwork damage should be touched up and generally protected using a proprietary car wax polish Check that all detachable parts latch in correctly and positively particularly backrest lo
12. oduct has been used adjusted and maintained in accordance with user and maintenance instructions supplied by Remploy Healthcare Warranty can be affected if a chair is not adequately maintained UNAUTHORISED CHAIR MODIFICATIONS MAKE THIS WARRANTY VOID REMPLOY ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY ACCIDENT RESULTING FROM SUCH UNAUTHORISED MODIFICATIONS This does not affect statutory rights A more complete warranty statement is available on request from Authorised Distributor or Disablement Service Centre Page 12 March 2005 Revision B 1 13 SERVICE BY AUTHORISED DISTRIBUTOR Service Records should be completed by the Authorised Distributor Servicing Department and retained by the user as a reference The Authorised Distributor should carry out Service checks at the recommended interval specified on the Service Record We recommend that the distributor check chairs at assessed intervals according to the level of use and usage environment A Handling chair used frequently should be serviced annually Batch code and serial numbers are essential for the specification of spare parts If in doubt your Authorised Dealer or Rehabilitation Specialist will be able to provide help and professional advice on correct and safe use of wheelchairs All Remploy products are designed with the needs of disabled people in mind We hope that our products provide their users with the freedom and independence they need for a more active and improved lifestyle Re
13. rrying out this operation Two attendants at least are required for step operation as shown typically above The attendant supporting the main load should grip the chair at the push handles and repeat the procedure for getting down a kerb at each step the second attendant at the front will be required to guiding the footrest area and provide reassurance to the occupant A third person could act as guide for the chair team if the steps are high Reverse this procedure for going up a flight of steps with the attendant supporting the main load at the push handles pulling and the second attendant at the front pushing the chair by gripping the corner of each side frame Page 9 March 2005 Revision B 1 8 TRANSPORTATION THE AVANTI IS INTENDED FOR SHORT TERM OCCUPATION UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD IT BE USED AS A VEHICLE SEAT Avanti occupants must transfer to a vehicle seat during a road or any other journey with the chair securely stored separately in a purpose made storage area available at the end of the journey for onward transfers The folded Avanti weighs less than 8Kg so it is convenient for lifting The folded chair should be stowed safely in a position where it cannot become detached or damaged during a journey Bear in mind that the temperatures reached in a hatchback car on a hot day can cause stored wheelchair component parts to become too hot to handle 1 9 FIRE PRECAUTIONS DISABLED PERSONS ARE AT GREATER RISK THAN OTH
14. tion manual and facilities Remploy Healthcare Customer Services Dept can supply additional product information Avanti Chair User Guide Index Page 2 March 2005 Revision B Se ee ee ee ee A N O Q gt O N gt 32 A mm om x 3 32 3 3A 3 OQ Q N O Introduction amp Opening The Product Package Page 4 Preparing The Chair For Use Page 4 Side Access And Occupant Transfer Page 6 Footrests Page 7 Brakes Page 7 Wheels Page 8 Manoeuvrability And Safety Page 8 1 7 1 Going Down A Kerb Page 8 1 7 2 Going Up A Kerb First Method Page 9 1 7 3 Going Up A Kerb Second Method Page 9 1 7 4 Going Down Up A Flight Of Steps Page 9 Transportation Page 10 Fire Precautions Page 10 Cleaning And Maintenance Routines For Users Page 11 User Safety Reference Checklist Page 12 Warranty Page 12 Service By Authorised Distributor Page 13 Distributor Service Check List page 13 Avanti Chair Measured Data and advised info Page 14 Page 3 March 2005 Revision B 1 1 INTRODUCTION amp OPENING THE PRODUCT PACKAGE For protection during transit the Avanti is packed in a cardboard carton together with Guidance Information The chair is supplied fully assembled in the folded condition A storage carry bag is included Each chair has its own specific identification code label at the back of the chair This code together with other product information such as occupant weight limit should also be noted Labelling on the product is permanent
15. ts will improve opening and closing Upholstery cleaning The fabric used for wheelchair upholstery is easily cleaned in situ However as there are some substances which may affect the material careful attention to REGULAR cleaning will not only prolong its life but will ensure that its appearance is maintained Resistance to stains and chemicals The upholstery is resistant to most mild acids alkalis and household stains Some substances such as ballpoint pen ink lipstick newsprint and food colourings may be absorbed by the vinyl and cause permanent staining This can often be minimised by immediate cleaning with a damp soapy cloth or sponge To maintain its appearance the fabric should be cleaned REGULARLY to remove fatty substances in soiling which may reduce its service life Light soiling can be removed by adding a small amount of washing up liquid to some warm water and then applying to the fabric with a cloth Rinse off with clean water before allowing to dry If need be a Mild solution of antiseptic can be applied to the fabric Do not use Chemical bleaching materials abrasive cleaners wax polishes or aerosol spray polishes on the upholstery The use of these substances is likely to be harmful to PVC laminates and repeated use can result in the removal of plasticiser from the PVC compound which will result in hardening and subsequent cracking of the material s surface Page 11 March 2005 Revision B 1 11 USER SAFETY REFER
16. ttendant pushing the chair should walk at a sensible speed and tell the occupant before changing position tipping the chair or manoeuvring also paying attention to the surface conditions and avoiding uneven or soft ground wherever possible Shopping bags or other additional heavy loads should not be carried in the chair Manoeuvrability in very tight areas will be easier requiring less force when the chair and occupant are tipped to balance on the rear wheels This is applicable particularly when negotiating kerbs It is most important that carers understand the best techniques for descending steps or kerbs Kerbs are a frequent manoeuvre eg in transferring an occupant to and from a car and can result in occupant discomfort if the attendant manoeuvring the chair is careless and hurried 1 7 1 Going down a kerb The chair castors should be taken to the edge of the kerb The attendant pushing should hold the chair handles firmly pressing down on the tipping lever and at the same time tilting the chair back The rear wheels can then be taken to the kerb edge and the foot removed from the tipping lever The chair is then lowered down the kerb on its rear wheels with the castor wheels facing rearwards this prevents them jamming up momentarily as the chair starts to move before pivoting the chair gently to the ground to face direction of travel and then pushing forward Page 8 March 2005 Revision B 1 7 2 Going up a kerb First Method
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