Drive DeVilbiss LAWC001, LAWC002 User Manual

Lightweight

Aluminium Wheelchair

User Manual

Lightweight Aluminium Wheelchair

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Contents

1.

Contents

2.

Introduction

3.

Parts Description

4.

Leg Rest Operation

5.

Folding Back Mechanism

6.

Disassembly and Folding

7.

Using the Stepper Tube

8.

Brake Operation

9.

Operation and Propulsion

10.

Using a Lap Belt

11.

Specification

12.

Warranty

Introduction

The lightweight aluminium wheelchair is designed for occasional
or frequent use, and can be used indoors and outdoors. The wheelchair is
designed for a single user of up to 115kg (18 stone). The wheelchair is
available in either a transit or self propel model.

The wheelchair can be manually moved in forward and reverse and is
propelled either by the wheelchair user or a carer, depending upon the
model of wheelchair in use.

Parts Description

Self Propel (LAWC001)

Transit (LAWC002)

LEG REST

PUSH HANDLE

QUICK

RELEASE PIN

1/2 FOLD BACK

MECHANISM

ARM REST

SIDE PANELS

24" WHEEL &

HANDRIM

FRONT

CASTOR

FRONT

CASTOR

PUSH

HANDLE

BRAKE
LEVER

ARM

REST

SIDE

PANEL

LAP BELT

BRAKE

12.5"

WHEEL

LEG

REST

Lightweight Aluminium Wheelchair

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Leg rest Adjustment

For optimum comfort it is important to attain the correct leg position. The
footrests have been designed so that they can be extended into one of 5
fixed positions. Unscrew the black knob on the back of the silver tubing.
Adjust the legrest as required then reattach the black knob to secure.

To install the leg rests, place the leg rest
brackets on the pins at the side of the
wheelchair frame (as shown by “1”) then swing
in the leg rest (“2”) until it locks in position.

Leg rests will swing in or out to reduce the
length of the wheelchair. Push chrome lever
whilst rotating the leg rest. To remove, simply
pull up on the leg rest when swung out.

Folding Back Mechanism

Push the black paddle towards the back post
with your thumb (1) whilst pulling the handle
down (2), as shown. Repeat this operation for
the other handle. To put the backrest back
into position, lift both handles together and
the folding mechanism will lock back
automatically.

Do not push down on the handles to raise
the front of the wheelchair, as this could
result in damage to the wheelchair. Use the
stepper tube as described later in the
handbook.

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Disassembly And Storage

This wheelchair has a number of quick release components and the
wheelchair frame is easily foldable to facilitate a light carry weight
and minimize storage space.

1.

Quick Release Wheel.
On the self propel model, the rear wheels can be removed. To remove
the rear wheel, push the button in the centre of the wheel hub and
slide the wheel from its axle.

2.

Half Folding Back. Follow the previous instructions to fold the

back.

3.

Leg Rests. Follow the previous instructions to remove or swing

out the leg rests.

4.

Folding the wheelchair.
Grab the centre of the front and rear edges of the seat sling. Pull
upwards on the seat sling and the wheelchair should naturally fold up.

IMPORTANT: The wheelchair has not been tested as a seat in a
motor vehicle. Users should always transfer to the vehicle’s seat and
the wheelchair should be safely stowed away.