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EJ777-2 Bariatric Transport Chair

Operation Manual

EJ777-2-INS-LAB-RevB14

EJ777-2 Transport Chair user and attendant: Read this manual before operating the Transport Chair. Save this manual for future reference.

The most current version of this manual can be found online at www.grahamﬁeld.com.

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WARNING: EJ777-2 Transport Chair user and attendant: Do not operate the transport

chair without ﬁrst reading and understanding this manual. If you do not understand the warnings, cautions, and instructions provided herein, contact your healthcare professional, Graham-Field authorized distributor, or technical representative before proceeding with the use of this product; otherwise personal injury or damage to your transport chair could result.

CONTENTS

1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................3

INTENDED USE ....................................................................................................3

STATEMENTS OF SIGNIFICANCE ......................................................................4

2 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .....................................................................5

EJ777-2 TRANSPORT CHAIR LABELS .............................................................. 5

WARNINGS ...........................................................................................................5

3 OPERATION ...............................................................................................................7

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ......................................................................... 7

HANDLING TIPS ...................................................................................................8

TO ATTENDANT ..............................................................................................8

BALANCE ........................................................................................................8

FOR ATTENDANT: TILTING ............................................................................ 9

RAMPS AND INCLINES ................................................................................10

CURBS AND STEPS .....................................................................................10

4 ADJUSTMENTS ....................................................................................................... 13

REAR WHEEL & CASTER ..................................................................................13

CROSSBRACE ...................................................................................................13

ARM ....................................................................................................................14

FOOTREST—DETACHABLE, SWINGAWAY .....................................................15

ATTENDANT WHEEL LOCKS ............................................................................16

TRANSPORTING THE EJ777-2 TRANSPORT CHAIR ........................................................17

PREPARING THE EJ777-2 FOR TRANSPORT .................................................17

6 MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................19

7 TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................................................................23

8 SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................24

9 LIMITED WARRANTY ..............................................................................................25

10 INDEX .......................................................................................................................27

GF Health Products, Inc. is not responsible for typographical errors. All illustrations, specications, packaging and warranties contained in this document are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. The most current product information, including the most current revision of this manual, can be found online at www.grahameld.com. Graham-Field, Everest & Jennings, and E&J are registered trademarks of GF Health Products, Inc.

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1 INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing an Everest & Jennings product. We at GF Health Products, Inc. ("Graham-Field") wish to assure you of our continuing commitment to provide innovation and quality in our products. Important safety, operating, and maintenance instructions that warrant the attention of both user and attendant are included in this operation manual. Read the entire manual carefully before operating your new EJ777-2 Transport Chair, keep it handy for future reference, and refer to it as often as necessary to help maintain good performance standards.

Consult your healthcare professional and Graham-Field authorized distributor for assistance in developing and learning safe and effective techniques for performing your daily activities according to your individual physical abilities and needs, and to make certain that your Transport Chair is properly prescribed and adjusted for your use.

The safety precautions in this manual are general warnings intended to be used only as basic guidelines. You may nd it necessary to develop your own methods for safely solving frequently encountered challenges. Again, consult your professional medical advisors for their recommendations about safety methods, and never hesitate to ask for their assistance.

Your Transport Chair should receive frequent, regularly scheduled maintenance, including an inspection of the mechanical parts, to ensure proper operation. Some suggested inspection procedures, troubleshooting procedures, and adjustment procedures are included in this manual. When it comes to service and repair, remember that your Graham-Field authorized distributor knows your Transport Chair best.

The person performing adjustments on the EJ777-2 Transport Chair has the responsibility of making certain that the user can safely operate the Transport Chair with the adjustments selected. This person must evaluate the user's ability, weight, physical condition, the environment in which the Transport Chair will be used, and the terrain over which the Transport Chair will travel.

INTENDED USE

The EJ777-2 Transport Chair is a manual, folding, lightweight Transport Chair, suitable for frequent users with a maximum weight capacity of 400 lb (182 kg) who require a lightweight, portable Transport Chair, tted to their anatomy, without the need of customization or alteration to the center of gravity. The EJ777-2 Transport Chair is intended for indoor and/or outdoor use. The EJ777-2 Transport Chair is intended to be propelled by an attendant at all times, who should remain behind the Transport Chair when the user is being positioned or the Transport Chair is in use.

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STATEMENTS OF SIGNIFICANCE

Please note the following special statements, used throughout this manual, and their signicance:

WARNING: Indicates a potential hazard situation or unsafe practice that, if not

avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice that, if not avoided, could

result in minor or moderate personal injury.

s NOTICE: Indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice that, if not avoided, could

result in product or property damage.

Info: Provides application recommendations or other useful information to ensure that you get the most from your product.

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2 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WHEN USING YOUR EJ777-2 TRANSPORT CHAIR. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY TO YOU OR OTHERS OR DAMAGE TO YOUR TRANSPORT CHAIR.

Safety requires the constant attention of the Transport Chair user and the attendant. It is extremely important to learn and always use safe methods of performing basic daily activities. Always consult your healthcare professional to determine those methods most suitable for your individual abilities.

Protect yourself and your Transport Chair by having your Transport Chair serviced regularly. Whenever any part of your Transport Chair is not functioning properly, contact your Graham-Field authorized distributor immediately, as a hazardous situation could result, causing personal injury or damage to your Transport Chair. ONLY EXCELLENT CONDITION IS ACCEPTABLE WHERE SAFETY IS CONCERNED. Periodic inspection, adjustment, and replacement of worn parts will provide many years of superb performance.

EJ777-2 TRANSPORT CHAIR LABELS

Read all labels on your EJ777-2 Transport Chair before operating it. Do not remove any of the labels.

WARNING: To avoid possible tilt hazard, do not leave user unattended. Attendant

must always be behind and in control of Transport Chair when user is being positioned or Transport Chair is in use.

WARNINGS

WARNING: The EJ777-2 Transport Chair maximum weight capacity is 400 lb (182 kg),

EVENLY DISTRIBUTED.

WARNING: Do not operate the Transport Chair on streets or roadways.

WARNING: Do not operate the Transport Chair on hilly or rough terrain, sand, wet or

icy surfaces, or surfaces with impaired traction. Ensure that pathway is clear of all obstacles.

WARNING: Do not leave the Transport Chair on an incline.

WARNING: Do not turn the Transport Chair while going downhill, as the Transport

Chair could tip over.

WARNING: Do not attempt any incline or decline greater than six degrees (10% grade,

or one foot of rise or fall per ten feet of ramp length).

WARNING: This Transport Chair does not offer seating or occupant restraint

equivalent to the seat provided in a motor vehicle! To increase your safety while traveling in a motor vehicle, always transfer to the vehicle seat and use the restraint provided by the vehicle manufacturer.

WARNING: Do not tie down or attach anything to the wheels. This could cause tipping

and possibly result in injury or damage to the Transport Chair.

WARNING: The footplates' lowest point should clear the ground by at least 2 1/2

inches, to permit proper clearance of potential obstruction.

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WARNING: Doing a "wheelie" (tilting the Transport Chair backward until it reaches its

balance point) is dangerous and could result in personal injury to the user.

WARNING: Do not stand or step on the footplates while transferring to or from your

Transport Chair. This could cause the Transport Chair to tip, or could cause personal injury or damage to your Transport Chair.

WARNING: Always engage wheel locks before transferring, using a wheelchair lift or

using an elevator.

WARNING: Ensure that Transport Chair is on a stable, level surface and engage wheel

locks before and during transfer.

WARNING: Do not lean over the top of the Transport Chair back. This could cause the

Transport Chair to tip over.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of tipping before leaning or reaching forward, sit back

in the seat and rotate casters fully toward front of Transport Chair.

WARNING: Unauthorized modiﬁcation or the use of non-Everest & Jennings

replacement parts could change the structure of the Transport Chair, void the warranty, and create a hazardous condition resulting in serious personal injury.

WARNING: We recommend the use of anti-tippers at all times to prevent the

Transport Chair from tipping backward and causing injury. To purchase anti-tippers, please contact your Graham-Field authorized distributor.

WARNING: Do not lean on the Transport Chair or use it as a walker—these are

practices which could result in loss of balance and personal injury.

WARNING: Do not use your Transport Chair on stairs or escalators.

WARNING: Use the Transport Chair's positioning belt at all times to maintain proper

weight distribution, and ensure that it is properly adjusted.

WARNING: Wheel locks are not brakes. Do not use the wheel locks to slow down

the Transport Chair, or while the Transport Chair is moving. Wheel locks are only intended to keep the Transport Chair in place when it is at a complete stop.

WARNING: Notice for California Customers- California Proposition 65 WARNING: This

product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive or developmental harm.

WARNING: GF Health Products, Inc. speciﬁcally disclaims responsibility for any

personal injury or property damage which may occur during any use which does not comply with federal, state, or local laws or ordinances.

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3 OPERATION

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

Please familiarize yourself with main components, identied in EJ777-2 Transport Chair illustration below.

backupholstery

pushhandle

handgrip

upperbackpost

armpad

positioningbelt

lowergrip,

attendant

wheellock

tippinglever

rearwheel

carryingstrap

arm

seat upholstery

crossbrace (withserial numberlabel)

footrest

footplate

castersocket

frame

casterfork

casterwheel

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HANDLING TIPS

The Everest & Jennings EJ777-2 Transport Chair has been designed and engineered to perform as a stable and well balanced unit when used for its intended purpose. However, it is possible to tip the Transport Chair over if it is used improperly. We urge both user and attendant to learn the characteristics of your Transport Chair. It is most important to learn safe methods to perform the daily activities basic to your lifestyle. Use this manual as a guide for developing techniques that you are comfortable with, and consult your medical professionals for assistance in developing the skills and proper techniques to perform all activities safely. We recommend the use of anti-tippers at all times. To purchase anti-tippers, please contact your Graham-Field authorized distributor.

TO ATTENDANT

WARNING: To avoid possible tilt hazard, do not leave user unattended. Attendant

must always be behind and in control of Transport Chair when user is being positioned or Transport Chair is in use.

1. Work with the Transport Chair user's medical professionals to learn the best methods of assistance.

2. Always tell the Transport Chair user what you are about to do and what you expect them to do, especially when changing balance or tipping backward. Remind the Transport Chair user to lean back when tipping backward, to maintain proper weight distribution.

3. When assisting a Transport Chair user, always perform operations carefully and use good body mechanics (bend your knees slightly and keep your back as upright as possible) to prevent personal injury.

WARNING: Ensure hand grips are ﬁrmly attached to push handles before assisting

user with Transport Chair. Slippage of hand grips could cause personal injury or Transport Chair damage. If hand grips are loose or in unstable condition, contact your Graham-Field authorized distributor for repair before assisting user with Transport Chair.

WARNING: Do not lift the Transport Chair by any detachable parts; this could cause

personal injury to attendant or user, and damage to the Transport Chair. Use the carrying straps to lift the unoccupied Transport Chair.

BALANCE

Proper balance is the key to maintaining the stability of your EJ777-2 Transport Chair. Reaching, bending, and transferring to or from a Transport Chair will change your weight distribution and center of gravity. Have an attendant with you at all times, especially when reaching, bending, or transferring. Use the Transport Chair's positioning belt at all times to maintain proper weight distribution, and ensure that the positioning belt is properly adjusted.

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Transfer Activities

WARNING: Always ensure that the Transport Chair is on a stable, level surface and

engage the wheel locks before transfer.

WARNING: Do not step on the footplates; this could cause the Transport Chair to tip.

Fold them up, and either detach them, or swing them aside.

WARNING: There is a critical moment when there is little or no seat platform beneath

you. Take every precaution to reduce this unsupported distance before you attempt transfer.

Transferring into or out of a Transport Chair is a very difcult maneuver; exercise extreme care when transferring, and never transfer without the aid of an attendant. Consult your physician, nurse, or physical therapist for assistance in developing your individual technique. Make sure that the Transport Chair is stabilized, and will not move or slide during the transfer. Take extra precaution to prevent tipping. Use good body mechanics to prevent personal injury.

FOR ATTENDANT: TILTING

Tilting the Transport Chair backward is generally required to negotiate such obstacles as ramps, inclines, curbs, stairs and door sills. Tilting should only be performed by an attendant. To tilt the Transport Chair backward:

1. If equipped with anti-tippers, remove them temporarily.

2. Grasp the push handles securely and ensure that the hand grips are rmly attached.

3. Ensure that the user's feet are situated at on the footplates and that arms, hands and ngers are clear of the wheels and any other components.

4. Advise the user, before tilting the Transport Chair backward, what you intend to do and remind the user to lean back.

5. Place one foot on the tipping lever and apply downward force until the Transport Chair is tilted back enough to overcome the obstacle.

6. Lower the front end slowly.

7. If you have removed anti-tippers, replace them now.

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RAMPS AND INCLINES

WARNING: During descent, the footplates' lowest point should be no closer to the

ground than 2

WARNING: Do not attempt any incline or decline of more than 6 degrees (10% grade,

or one foot of rise or fall per ten feet of ramp length).

WARNING: Do not use wheel locks to slow your descent. Attempting to use wheel

locks is likely to result in accidental locking that could cause the Transport Chair to stop abruptly, suddenly pitch forward, or tip sideways.

WARNING: Avoid changing direction while descending a ramp or incline, as this could

cause instability.

/2 inches to permit proper clearance.

Ramps and inclines should only be negotiated with the assistance of an attendant. To attendant: Practice with a healthcare professional rst before attempting ramps or inclines. Always inspect the ramp for hazards such as holes, slippery or uneven surfaces, etc. before starting up or down. If you can not see the entire ramp, ask someone to inspect it for you.

CURBS AND STEPS

WARNING: Never attempt to negotiate curbs or steps in your Transport Chair without

the assistance of an attendant.

WARNING: Never attempt to negotiate stairs or escalators in your Transport Chair

under any circumstances.

Curbs, steps and stairways are dangerous obstacles that confront the Transport Chair user. When you encounter curbs, nd a way around, or use the ramps now available in most locations. If you encounter stairs or escalators and there is no ramp available, avoid the stairs or escalators by utilizing the disabled designated elevators now required in most locations.

Curbs and steps should only be negotiated with the assistance of an attendant. The following are suggestions only for curb negotiation. It is important for you to develop your own safe technique that is best suited to your abilities.

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For attendant: curb ascent facing forward

1. If equipped with anti-tippers, remove them temporarily.

2. Ensure that the hand grips are securely fastened and do not turn or slip.

3. Stand behind the Transport Chair, holding the hand grips, facing the curb.

4. Advise the user that you will be tilting backward and remind the user to lean back.

5. Tilt the Transport Chair backward to its balance point and move forward until the front casters pass over the top of the curb.

6. Lower the front casters SLOWLY to the curb while you rotate the Transport Chair forward by the push handles until the rear wheels roll up and over the curb.

7. Ensure that the Transport Chair has completely cleared the curb and can not roll backward.

8. If you have removed anti-tippers, replace them now.

For attendant: curb ascent facing backward

1. If equipped with anti-tippers, remove them temporarily.

2. Ensure that the hand grips are securely fastened and do not turn or slip.

3. Stand behind the Transport Chair, holding the hand grips, facing away from the curb, with the rear wheels against the curb.

4. Advise the user that you will be tilting backward and remind the user to lean back.

5. Tilt the Transport Chair back to its balance point and lift up by the push handles while pulling the Transport Chair up and over the curb. DO NOT lower the front casters down until the Transport Chair is back far enough to clear the curb.

6. If you have removed anti-tippers, replace them now.

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For attendant: curb descent

1. If equipped with anti-tippers, remove them temporarily.

2. Ensure that the hand grips are securely fastened and do not turn or slip.

3. Stand behind the Transport Chair, holding the hand grips, with your back to the curb.

4. Look over your shoulder and step down carefully.

5. Hold the hand grips tightly and pull the Transport Chair until the rear wheels reach the curb edge.

6. Slowly roll the rear wheels down onto the lower level.

7. After the wheels are safely on the lower level, advise the user that you will be tilting backward and remind the user to lean back.

8. Tilt the Transport Chair back to its balance point ; this will lift the front casters off the curb. Take several small steps backward until the front casters have cleared the curb.

9. Turn the Transport Chair around, place one foot on the tipping lever, and gradually lower the front casters to the ground.

10. If you have removed anti-tippers, replace them now.

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4 ADJUSTMENTS

The EJ777-2 Transport Chair offers several adjustments to make it easier and more comfortable to operate. Section 7, MAINTENANCE, offers preventive maintenance suggestions for keeping your Transport Chair in excellent condition; ensure that all components are in excellent condition before adjusting. The following are recommended methods; after a few adjustments, you may develop your own. Always consult your Graham-Field authorized distributor for assistance.

The person performing adjustments on the Transport Chair has the responsibility of making certain that the user and attendant can safely operate the Transport Chair with the adjustments selected. This person must evaluate the user's ability, weight, physical condition, the environment in which the Transport Chair will be used, and the terrain over which the Transport Chair will travel.

All adjustments and their page locations are referenced in the index at the end of this manual. Specic tools needed to perform each adjustment are identied in adjustment directions. Most of the following adjustments can be performed with the wrench included with your EJ777-2 Transport Chair. The only other tool necessary to perform all adjustments in this section is one M6 hex key.

REAR WHEEL & CASTER

We recommend that you do not replace or adjust rear wheel or caster components yourself, since special tools and training are required. Please contact your Graham-Field authorized distributor when your rear wheels or casters need adjustment.

CROSSBRACE

Tighten crossbraces

Tools required: included wrench, M6 hex key

Check the crossbraces to ensure that the bolts and nuts that fasten the crossbraces in the center of the Transport Chair are secure (crossbraces should be loose enough to fold easily, yet snug enough to take up excess play). Use the included wrench and an M6 hex key to tighten the crossbraces.

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ARM

Rotate arm up for transfer (see pictures below)

To rotate the arm backward for transfer:

1. Rotate the release lever down.

2. Hold arm by the front post and rotate it up and back.

front post

arm receptacle

release lever

arm,locked arm,unlocked arm,rotated

Rotate arm down to reinstall (see pictures above)

To return the arm to operation position:

1. Rotate the arm forward and down into the arm receptacle.

2. Rotate the release lever up to lock front of arm into place.

Info: Front of arm must be fully down and engaged in the arm receptacle or the release lever will not lock into place.

WARNING: Ensure that arms are locked into place before occupying or operating

Transport Chair.

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FOOTREST—DETACHABLE, SWINGAWAY

swingawayfootrest

WARNING: Do not stand on the footplates; this could cause the Transport Chair to

tip.

Remove footrest for transfer (see picture at right)

Pull swingaway release lever toward front of Transport Chair and swing footrest outward.

2. Lift footrest straight up off Transport Chair hinge pins.

Attach footrest (see picture at right)

1. Set footrest on outside of Transport Chair so that footrest hinge plates engage Transport Chair hinge pins.

2. Swing footrest inward until release lever locks into place. Ensure that swingaway release lever is locked in place.

WARNING: Ensure that footrests are locked in place before occupying or operating

Transport Chair.

lowerhingepin

release lever

lower hinge plate

Adjust footplate extension length

Tools required: included wrench

There is a draw bolt in the bottom of the footplate extension tube that allows the footplate extension to be repositioned upward or downward in the footrest hanger. To lengthen or shorten footplate extension:

1. Loosen, but do not remove, the draw bolt using the included wrench.

2. Reposition the footplate extension at the desired position.

3. Resecure the draw bolt using the included wrench.

4. Follow steps 1-3 to adjust other footplate extension length. Ensure that footrest bolts are securely fastened, and that minimum ground clearance is 2 1/2 inches.

WARNING: The footplates' lowest point should be

no closer to the ground than 2 1/2 inches, to permit proper clearance.

footrest

hanger

footplate

extension

tube

drawbolt

footrest

hanger

footplate

extension

footrest

footplate

WARNING: Ensure that footplates are securely clamped before occupying or

operating Transport Chair.

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ATTENDANT WHEEL LOCKS

WARNING: Wheel locks are not brakes. Do not use the wheel locks to slow down

the Transport Chair, or while the Transport Chair is moving. Wheel locks are only intended to keep the Transport Chair in place when it is at a complete stop.

For attendant: attendant wheel locks, temporary lock

The attendant wheel locks can be engaged temporarily:

1. To engage attendant wheel

pushhandle

locks, squeeze the lower grip upward toward the push handle as shown at far right; the rear wheels will be locked in place as long as you hold the lower grip as shown at far right.

2. To release attendant wheel

attendantwheellock,

unlocked

lowergrip

locks, let go of the lower grip; the rear wheels will be free to move.

For attendant: attendant wheel locks, indeﬁnite lock (for transfer or stationary periods)

1. To engage attendant wheel locks indenitely, push the lower grip down, away from the push handle, until it locks into place, as shown at far right. The rear wheels will be locked in place.

2. To release attendant wheel locks, pull the lower grip upward toward the push handle until the rear wheels move freely.

pushhandle

lowergrip

attendantwheellock,

unlocked

attendantwheellock,

temporarilylocked

attendantwheellock,

indefinitelylocked

WARNING: Ensure that wheel locks lock in place appropriately before occupying or

operating Transport Chair. If your wheel locks are not operating correctly, please see your Graham-Field authorized distributor for repair.

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TRANSPORTING THE EJ777-2 TRANSPORT CHAIR

PREPARING THE EJ777-2 FOR TRANSPORT

WARNING: This Transport Chair does not offer seating or occupant restraint

When transporting the Transport Chair in a motor vehicle, do not place the Transport Chair where it will interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle or endanger the driver or passengers. The front seat is not a good location to store a Transport Chair during transport, as the Transport Chair can be dislodged and become a serious hazard to the vehicle driver. Always take precautions to avoid personal injury when loading or lifting a Transport Chair into or out of a vehicle. The Transport Chair can easily be transported in the rear seat or the trunk.

upperback

upperbackreleaselever

lowerback

seatupholstery centerfront

seatrail

footrest

Fold the Transport Chair (see picture above)

1. Detach footrests from Transport Chair.

2. Fold the back: Press the upper back release levers toward the upper back until the back releases, then lower the upper back.

3. Fold the Transport Chair: Pull up sharply on the seat upholstery at front and rear center at the same time. Tip the Transport Chair sideways so the opposite wheel won't drag. Press the sides together.

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Store Transport Chair in car's back seat

1. Move the car's front seat as far forward as possible.

2. Holding the folded Transport Chair by the carrying straps, lift it into the car and place it on the back seat oorboard. Stow the footrests alongside. DO NOT put any articles on top of the Transport Chair.

Ensure the Transport Chair is stable, will not shift while the car is in motion, and does not block the driver's eld of vision.

Store Transport Chair in car's trunk

1. Holding the folded Transport Chair by the carrying straps, lift it and carefully place it in the trunk. Stow the footrests alongside.

2. DO NOT put any articles on top of the Transport Chair. Close the trunk lid slowly.

Unfold the Transport Chair (see picture on previous page)

1. Push down on the seat rails to open.

WARNING: DO NOT place your hand or ﬁngers between seat rails and side panels.

2. Push down again on the seat rails to lock seat rails into place in cradles.

3. Unfold the back: Raise the upper back until it locks into place; ensure that upper back is locked into place before proceeding.

4. Install footrests.

WARNING: Ensure that Transport Chair is unfolded as instructed and that upper back

is locked into place, seat rails are locked into place on cradles, and footrests are locked in place before occupying or operating Transport Chair.

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6 MAINTENANCE

Protect your E&J EJ777-2 Transport Chair by having it serviced regularly. Proper care and maintenance are essential to keep your Transport Chair in safe working condition. Periodic inspection, adjustment, and replacement of worn parts will provide many years of superb performance. When you believe that a component or part of your Transport Chair is not functioning properly, contact your Graham-Field authorized distributor immediately, as a potentially hazardous condition could result. Only excellent condition is acceptable where safety is concerned.

Service manual

There is no service manual for the Transport Chair. Please contact your Graham-Field authorized distributor with service questions not answered by this manual.

Info: We recommend that you have a Graham-Field authorized distributor perform a six month maintenance check, as the distributor may ﬁnd and correct a problem which might otherwise go undetected and eventually cause more serious problems and/or personal injury.

Do-it-yourself maintenance

You can do many of the scheduled maintenance tasks yourself, if you have mechanical ability and a few basic tools. Refer to the maintenance schedule on the next page for the recommended regularity of each procedure. If any maintenance procedure is not clear to you, ask your Graham-Field authorized distributor for assistance.

s NOTICE: Improper maintenance can cause operating problem and may affect your

warranty.

WARNING: Unauthorized modiﬁcation or the use of non-Everest & Jennings

replacement parts could change the structure of the Transport Chair, void the warranty, and create a hazardous condition resulting in serious personal injury.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Procedure Perform at least every

Week Month 3 Months 6 Months

Check tire wear ✔

Check wheel lock engagement ✔

Check anti-tippers (optional) ✔

Wipe off frame with soft cloth ✔

Check handgrips ✔

Check upholstery ✔

Check rear wheel adjustment ✔

Check arms ✔

Check backposts / push handles ✔

Check footrests ✔

Clean frame with soap and water ✔

Check caster stem rotation ✔

GF distributor maintenance check ✔

Check rear wheel bearings (distributor) ✔

Check caster bearings (distributor) ✔

List of tools

The tools and cleaning supplies listed will assist in the procedures outlined in this section.

30 weight oil (available at most auto parts stores) Phillips screwdriver soft cloth mild soap and water solution

General care

Always evaluate the overall operation of your Transport Chair. It should function with ease and should travel straight without excessive drag or pull to one side.

Remember, your Graham-Field authorized distributor knows your Transport Chair best when it comes to service and repairs. Contact your distributor with any questions or concerns regarding the safe operation and maintenance of your Transport Chair. Regular maintenance is essential for your safety and continued operation of your Transport Chair.

Check tire wear

Examine tires at least once a week for surface wear and cracks and replace them as needed. Always replace tires when they become loose on the rims or cracks appear.

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Check wheel lock engagement

Check wheel lock engagement at least once a week. If a wheel lock is worn or damaged, have your Graham-Field authorized distributor replace it immediately. Inspect the hardware for looseness or signs of wear.

Ensure that the locking mechanism operates smoothly. The locking assembly should be tight enough so that the wheel can not rotate or the lock slip. Check that the locking shoe does not press against the tire when in the unlocked position. Excessive force should not be required to either engage or release wheel locks. Oil the wheel lock pivot points with one or two drops of 30 weight oil. Remove excess oil and dirt.

Check anti-tippers (optional)

Check the anti-tippers at least once a week. Ensure that the anti-tippers are securely fastened and properly positioned.

Check hand grips

Check hand grips at least once a week. Ensure that they are not ripped. Ensure that they are tight and securely fastened.

Check upholstery and carrying straps

Check upholstery and carrying straps at least once a month. Inspect for rips, tears and worn spots. Ensure that all upholstery and carrying-strap-attaching screws are present, properly aligned, and well-secured. Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten mounting screws. Check attaching screws for sharp edges or stripped screws, and replace if found.

WARNING: Worn or torn upholstery, or upholstery with loose hardware, must be

replaced immediately. It may not support body weight.

Check rear wheel adjustment

Inspect the wheels at least once a month. Check alignment by elevating the rear of the Transport Chair on a stable object until the rear wheels clear the ground, or placing the Transport Chair upside down in a stable position such that the wheels can spin freely. Spin the wheels; there should be no wobble or sideplay, and the wheels should spin freely without binding. The bearings should be clean and rotate smoothly. Check rim sideplay to verify that bearings are not too loose. If there is a problem, contact your Graham-Field authorized distributor. If adjustment is required, this should be done by your Graham-Field authorized distributor only.

Check arms

Check arms at least once a month. Inspect for sharp edges or cracks which could weaken the arm, and replace if found. Ensure that all attaching screws are present and tight. Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten arm pad mounting screws. Check for burrs on the screw heads and replace if found. Ensure that screws do not extend into the padding. Conrm that the posts at base of arm t correctly in the sockets, snug but not binding.

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Check backposts / push handles

Check backposts at least once a month. Ensure that all mounting hardware is securely fastened and that the backposts are not bent or damaged. Ensure that upper back folding mechanisms are secure, work correctly, and that there is no play in upper back fold points. Contact your Graham-Field authorized distributor if you observe back play, cracking or peeling paint or plating.

Check footrests

Check footrests at least once a month. Inspect the locking mechanisms to conrm sure t. Check for cracks, burrs, or sharp edges, and replace if found. Ensure that the footrest will automatically lock securely in place and will not accidentally unlock.

Cleaning your Transport Chair

Wipe off base and seat frame frequently, at least once a week, using a soft cloth. Dry the Transport Chair immediately if exposed to moisture. Clean the frame every three months with a mild soap and water solution. The frame does not need to be waxed. Do not use solvents, abrasive waxes, caustic chemicals or spray silicone. Never use abrasive cleansers; they could scratch the nish. Never use steam or high pressure cleaners. Clean upholstery and plastic components at least once a month with a mild soap and water solution.

Check casters

Check the caster stems for proper rotation at least every three months. The caster fork must swivel freely to facilitate steering and handling. Adjusting the stem nut varies the amount of force required to turn the caster. If the nut is too loose, the caster will utter or shimmy; if the nut is too tight, the Transport Chair will be difcult to steer. If the caster stem requires adjustment, or the stem bearings require replacement, contact your Graham-Field authorized distributor. Ensure that stems are rmly attached to forks, and that forks and stems are not bent. Evaluate all threads, locking nuts and bearings.

Check wheel bearings

Have your Graham-Field authorized distributor check caster and rear wheel axle bearings at least every six months.

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7 TROUBLESHOOTING

Continual use of your Transport Chair necessitates maintenance, especially if the factory-set adjustments have been altered. The following troubleshooting guide lists several common problems that may occur, and offers corrective actions for each. If you are unsure of the solution or unable to diagnose the problem, do not hesitate to ask your Graham-Field authorized distributor for assistance.

SYMPTOM

looseness in wheelchair

squeaks / rattles

caster flutter

sluggish turning

chair veers left

chair veers right

 

   

Nuts and / or bolts may be loose. If so, tighten. Bolts should be snug.

Rear wheels and / or casters may be adjusted improperly. Ensure that both rear wheels are mounted in identical positions, and that casters are mounted in identical positions.

Caster stem(s) may be adjusted improperly. See distributor to correct adjustment.

PROBABLE CAUSE AND

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Info: Use only Everest & Jennings replacement parts. Please contact your Graham-Field authorized distributor to order replacement parts.

CAUTION: A complete inspection of your Transport Chair, including maintenance,

servicing and safety checks, should be performed by a Graham-Field authorized distributor at least every six months.

WARNING: Unauthorized modiﬁcation or the use of non-Everest & Jennings

replacement parts could change the structure of the Transport Chair, void the warranty, and create a hazardous condition, which could result in serious personal injury.

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8 SPECIFICATIONS

The Everest & Jennings EJ777-2 Transport Chair has the following parameters:

Seat width 24 inches (61 cm)

Seat depth 18 inches (45.7 cm)

Seat to oor height 20

Back height 18 inches (45.7 cm)

Overall length 32

Overall height 39

Overall width 30

Width folded 10 inches (25.4 cm)

Weight 31 lb (14.1 kg) not including footrests

Maximum weight capacity 400 lb (182 kg), EVENLY DISTRIBUTED

Info: all dimensions ±

/4 inch (.5 cm)

/2 inches (52.1 cm)

/2 inches (82.6 cm) not including footrests

/4 inches (99.7 cm)

/4 inches (76.8 cm)

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9 LIMITED WARRANTY

SCOPE OF WARRANTY

GF Health Products, Inc. (“GF”) warrants to the original purchaser only that it will replace or repair components, at GF’s sole discretion, that are defective in material or workmanship under normal use and service. All warranties are conditioned upon the proper use of the products strictly in accordance with good commercial practice and applicable GF instructions and manuals, including proper use and maintenance. To the extent that a component is warranted by a third party, GF conveys all of its rights under that warranty to the original purchaser, to the extent permitted.

This limited warranty shall only apply to defects that are reported to GF’s customer service team within the applicable warranty period and which, upon examination by GF or its authorized representative, prove to be a warranty item. This limited warranty is not transferable.

The warranted components and time period are set forth below:

Sideframes and crossbraces: three years Wheels, handrims, front rigging, forks: one year All other durable components not listed above: six months

The applicable warranty period shall commence from date of shipment to the original customer, unless there is an expiration date on the component in which case the warranty shall expire on the earlier of warranty period or the expiration date.

OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE

A GF Customer Service Representative must authorize warranty service. Please contact the GF Customer Service department by calling 678-291-3207, sending a fax request to 770-368-2386 or by e-mailing a request to cs@grahameld.com. Specic directions will be provided by the Customer Service Representative. Failure to abide by the specic directions will result in denial of the warranty claim.

EXCLUSIONS

The warranty does not cover and GF shall not be liable for the following:

1) Defects, damage, or other conditions caused, in whole or in part, by misuse, abuse, negligence, alteration, accident, freight damage, tampering or failure to seek and obtain repair or replacement in a timely manner;

2) Products which are not installed, used, or properly cleaned and maintained as required in the ofcial manual for the applicable product;

3) Products considered to be of a non-durable nature including, but not limited to: casters, lters, fuses, gaskets, lubricants, and charts;

4) Accessories or parts not provided by GF;

5) Charges by anyone for adjustments, repairs, replacement parts, installation or other work performed upon or in connection with such products which are not expressly authorized in writing, in advance, by GF;

6) Any labor or shipping charges incurred in the replacement part installation or repair;

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7) Costs and expenses of regular maintenance and cleaning; and

8) Representations and warranties made by any person or entity other than GF.

ENTIRE WARRANTY, EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES DISCLAIMER

THIS WARRANTY IS GF’S ONLY WARRANTY AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. GF MAKES NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

IF ANY MODEL OR SAMPLE WAS SHOWN TO THE CUSTOMER, SUCH MODEL OR SAMPLE WAS USED MERELY TO ILLUSTRATE THE GENERAL TYPE AND QUALITY OF THE PRODUCT AND NOT TO REPRESENT THAT THE PRODUCT WOULD NECESSARILY CONFORM TO THE MODEL OR SAMPLE IN ALL RESPECTS.

THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE PARTS. GF SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY DIRECT, SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, EXEMPLARY OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO: DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS OR INCOME, LOSS OF USE, DOWNTIME, COVER, OR EMPLOYEE OR INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR WAGES, PAYMENTS AND BENEFITS.

The warranties contained herein contain all the representations and warranties with respect to the subject matter of this document, and supersede all prior negotiations, agreements and understandings with respect thereto. The recipient of this document hereby acknowledges and represents that it has not relied on any representation, assertion, guarantee, warranty, collateral contract or other assurance, except those set out in this document.

For additional information on this product or this warranty, please contact a GF Customer Service Representative.

NOTES:

1) Additional terms and conditions may apply.

2) Freight claims must be notated on the Bill of Lading and must be made with immediacy. The ICC regulations govern specic requirements for freight claims. Failure to abide by those regulations may result in a denial of the freight claim. GF will assist you in ling the freight claim.

3) Claims for any short shipment must be made within thirty (30) days of the invoice date.

GF Health Products, Inc. 2935 Northeast Parkway Atlanta, GA 30360 Tel 770-368-4700 Fax 770-368-2386 www.grahameld.com

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10 INDEX

Adjustments 13 Anti-tippers, check 21 Arm, adjustment 14 Arm, rotate backward 14 Arm, rotate forward 14 Arms, check 21 Attendant wheel locks, adjust 16

Backposts, check 22 Balance 8

Casters, adjust 13 Caster stems, check 22 CAUTION statement, signicance 4 Cleaning your Transport Chair 22 Component identication 7 Crossbraces, adjust 13 Curb ascent facing backward (for attendant) 11 Curb ascent facing forward (for attendant) 11 Curb descent (for attendant) 12 Curbs and steps, negotiating 10

EJ777-2 maximum weight capacity 5 EJ777-2 Transport Chair, illustration 7

Footplate extension length, adjust 15 Footrest, adjustment 15 Footrest, attach 15 Footrest, remove 15 Footrests, check 22

Hand grips, check 21 Handling tips, to attendant 8

Info statement, signicance 4 Introduction 3

Limited warranty 25

Maintenance 19

NOTICE statement, signicance 4

Ramps and Inclines 10 Rear wheel adjustment, check 21 Rear wheels, adjust 13

Safety precautions 5 Specications 24

Tires, check 20 Tools, for maintenance, list 20 Transfer activities 9 Transporting the EJ777-2 Transport Chair 17 Troubleshooting 23

Upholstery, check 21

Warnings 5 WARNING statement, signicance 4 Warranty, limited 25 Wheel bearings, check 22

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Manufactured for: GF Health Products, Inc. 2935 Northeast Parkway

Atlanta, Georgia 30360 U.S.A.

telephone: 770-368-4700

fax: 770-368-2386

www.grahamﬁeld.com

Made in China