Etac Cross 5, Cross 5 XL, Cross 5 Active User Manual

Etac Cross 5

Manual english

75190T 18-01-09

Etac Cross 5

Etac Cross 5 XL

Etac Cross 5 Active

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Contents

1. General – introduction

Intended use .......................................................................3

2. Description

...........................................................................................4

3. The chairs possibilities

....................................................................................... 5-8

4. Accessories

..................................................................................... 8-11

5. Settings

Front seat height ...............................................................12

Adjusting the front seat height by using the front fork

attachment .......................................................................12

Adjusting the front seat height by changing the position of

the castor wheel ...............................................................12

Adjusting the front seat height by changing the castor

wheel/front fork ................................................................13

Front seat height table ......................................................13

Mounting the front fork ...................................................14

Setting the angle of the front fork attachment ..................14

Rear seat height ................................................................15

Adjusting rear seat height by changing rear wheel position

or rear wheel size ........................................................ 15-16

Rear seat height table .......................................................17

Drum brake ......................................................................18

User manual

................................................................................... 19-30

Symbols and warnings ......................................................20

Transportation in vehicles ..................................................21

Handling ..................................................................... 22-23

Settings seat comfort .................................................. 24-25

Driving technique, maneuvering .................................. 26-29

Maintenance & Fault-finding chart ....................................30

6. Settings back support 3A

Adjusting back support angle ...........................................32

Adjusting back support height and lumbar angle .............33

Adjusting seat depth using lumbar angle ..........................34

Fitting seat extender .........................................................34

7. Settings back support mod. 2 ....................................35

8. Readjustments

Brake, adjustment .............................................................36

Adjusting the brake block ................................................37

Continuously angle-adjustable leg support (option) ...........37

Amputee leg support (option) ...........................................37

Anti-tips ............................................................................38

Changing the camber angle ..............................................39

Adjusting the centre of balance ........................................39

Handrims ..........................................................................40

Adjusting the distance of the handrim ..............................40

9. Accessories - adjusting, handling

Seat cushion and comfort wedge ......................................41

Arm support, detachable, height adjustable ......................41

Arm support, flip-up, height adjustable .............................42

Positioning belt .................................................................42

Head support ....................................................................43

10. Technical data

Etac Cross 5, Etac Cross 5 XL ............................................44

11. Service and maintenance

Upholstery ........................................................................45

Rear wheel/castor wheel, front fork attachment ...............45

Brakes ..............................................................................45

Washing the frame ...........................................................45

Miscellaneous ...................................................................45

12. Tests and Guarantees ...............................................46

5. Settings (cont.)

Seat angle .........................................................................31

Seat depth ........................................................................31

Seat comfort .....................................................................31

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1. General

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Thank you for choosing a wheelchair from Etac. The manual
must be read thoroughly to avoid damage when handling and
using the chair. In this manual the User is the person sitting in
the chair. The Care giver is the person helping the user.

This symbol appears in the manual together with text. It
highlights actions where the wheelchair’s, the user’s or
the care giver’s safety can be put at risk.

This symbol appears in the manual together with text.
Here you will find advice and tips worth considering.

Explanation for list of points

Applies to model

Standard for this model

Intended use:

Etac Cross 5 and Etac Cross 5 XL are manual, cross-folded,
allround wheelchairs with multiple functions and they are
intended for use both outdoors and indoors. Etac Cross 5 Active
is a configuration of Etac Cross 5 (hereafter called Cross 5).
Their seats are adjustable in height, angle and depth. The back
supports are adjustable in height, angle and contour. The foot
supports are adjustable in height, angle and depth.

Etac Cross 5 and Etac Cross 5 XL can be supplemented and
adjusted if need change. A large range of options and accesso­ries are available: Various types of back support and leg support,
fixing points for transport in mobility service buses, antitips,

In the centre spread of this manual you will
find a removable section that contains user
information.

Tools

Allen key

3, 4, 5, 6 mm

various types of handrims and brakes etc.

Etac Cross 5 and Etac Cross 5 XL have the best prerequisites

to create comfort, functionality and good manoeuvrability.

Etac regularly improves its products. We therefore reserve the
right to modify the products without prior notice. The dimensi­ons given on drawings or other material are solely for guidance.

We recommend that the wheelchair is adapted individually to
the user before it is put into use.

We are not responsible for printing errors or incomplete
information.

Socket spanner

8, 10, 13, 24 mm

Socket wrench

19 mm

Screw driver

PH1

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2. Description

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2

13

3

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1. Push handles

2. Locking knob, push handles

3. Back rail

4. Handrim

5. User brake

6. Quick release hub

7. Side frame

8. Front fork attachment

9. Front fork

10. Castor wheel

11. Back support cover

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12. Back support upholstery

13. Rear wheel

14. Cross frame

15. Seat upholstery

16. Leg support

17. Serial number

18. Locking knob, foot support

19. Foot support

20. Brake handle, drum brake

21. Cross brace

22. Brake wire, drum brake

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3. The chair’s possibilities

In the section ”The chair’s possibilities” you can see all the adaptions possible on the wheelchair. Variations
may occur in different markets, e.g. as regards back support models. For more information, see www.etac.com
or contact our customer service.
More so called ”odd combinations” are available, for example rear wheels and castor wheels. Please, contact
our customer service for more information.

Front 34-56.5 cm

Seat height

Rear 34-53 cm

Seat height rear

Seat angle

Castor wheel

Front fork

Rear wheel

Handrims

Camber angle

Seat

Seat height front

Max forward angle: 2 cm lower front than back (3°)

Max backward angle: 6 cm higher front than back (9°)

4” massive (max user weight 100 kg)

5” massive (with Cross 5 XL max user weight 135 kg)

6” semipneumatic

6,5” massive

7” massive soft

8” semipneumatic

Extra short (two alternative wheel height positions)

Short (three alternative wheel height positions)

Medium (three alternative wheel height positions)

Long

20”

22”

24”

24” Carbon (not in combination with drum brakes)

26”

Aluminium

Stainless steel

Plastic coated

Cellular rubber (not in combination with drum brakes)

Titanium (not in combination with drum brakes)

2°

0°

Black fabric

hard seat

ECS: A fixed seat/back support system with anatomically
shaped cushions, detachable

Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

Back support
3A

/

Back support
3A high

3A 3A high

Height 32-45 cm 38-51 cm

Back support angle -5° - +20° -5° - +20°

Lumbar angle

Triangular -8° - +18°

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3. The chair’s possibilities

Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

Seat depth

Back support
mod. 2

Seat depth back
support mod. 2

Back support
upholstery

Back support
cover

Seat depth

Short frame 36-42 cm (triangular 36-49 cm)

Long frame 42-48 cm (triangular 42-55 cm)

Height 30-45 cm
Angle -5° - +15°

Short frame 36-42 cm. Long frame 42-48 cm.

Functional: Short frame 42-48 cm. Long frame 48-54
cm.

Adjustable upholstery

ECS

Standard

Widened

Standard

Comfort

Tidy, water-repellent, wipeable

Push handles/
Bow handle

Fixed
push handles

Fixed back sup­port with fixed
push handles,
2B

Leg supports,
detachable
swing-away

Height adjustable at
intervals of 2 cm.

Detachable.

Right/left fits back support 3A

Height, low back 35-40

Height, high back 42,5-47.5

Angle -5° - +15°

Normal knee angle

Narrow angle (only together with 5” castor)

Narrow angle, short

Push handles

Bow handle

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Leg supports

+ 6 cm

lockable,

Leg supports

Angle
adjustable

Leg supports

other

3. The chair’s possibilities

Normal knee angle

Narrow angle

Narrow angle, short

Elevating with foldable calf support from 40 cm
seat width

Elevating with attachment and padded foldable
calf support.

Elevating with flip-up attachment and calf sup­port.

Plaster leg support

Amputee leg support

Amputee weight

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Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

Arm support

Foot support

Short 25 cm

Long 35 cm

Std Max length: 51 cm.
Min length: 33 cm.

Extended attachment tubes +10 cm

Shorter attachment tubes -8 cm

One-piece foot support

One-piece foot support complete for 35-37,5
seat width, adjustable in angle, settable height
and depth

Low widened

Front fork
attachment

Brakes

Standard

widened 6 cm

Angled handle

Extended handle

Single hand brake (standard or angled handle)

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Drum brake

3. The chair’s possibilities

Brake handle 75 mm grip

Brake handle 100 mm grip

Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

Single hand
drive

Frame colour

Frame active

01 = Black 92 = White 93 = Dark blue

For right or left side. Telescoping axle, easy to
remove when folding. (Not in combination with
drum brakes)

Without anti-tip attachment.
Colour: black 01, white 92

4. Accessories

Assembly instructions are always provided with accessories when they are supplied by Etac.
Instructions are also available on our website, www.etac.com
Settable = Adjusted using tools. Adjustable = Adjusted without tools.

Arm support

height-adjustable 25 cm long, solid top, black

Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

Arm support

Arm support cover

Arm support cushion Hemi

Arm support Locking Kit

Arm support foldable

Side guard

Mudguard

height-adjustable 38 cm long, solid top, black

detachable, 25 or 38 cm long padded or gel, dark grey
plush or black Dartex

swing-away for mounting on long arm supports

A locked arm support is not detachable but its height can
be adjusted freely.

height adjustable or fixed height (not with telescopic anti­tips. Use anti-tips for Etac Cross 5 Active)

black

right and left

Thigh support

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4. Accessories

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Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

Thigh support

Widening kit

Tray

Hemi tray

Anti-slip device

Tray Hemi/Communication

Seat extension

With soft cushion

to extend handrims, brake and arm supports 5 mm on
each side

transparent, fits onto long arm support

transparent, width 35-50 cm. Can be fitted onto short or
long arm supports.

for the Hemi tray

tip up right/left

To be used together with triangular back

Seat cushion

Seat cushion Tidy

Comfort wedge

Cover for calf support

Calf strap

Padding

Calf support

dark grey plush and black velour, 56 cm, cut according to
seat depth set, washable

water-repellent, wipeable

for the cushion, evens out the front part of the seat

on angle adjustable leg support model 3, black Dartex

detachable, black nylon, adjustable in length

for calf strap

Plush. To be mounted/adjusted with velcro

Heel straps

Foot support, padding

black nylon, adjustable length

For foot support with depth 13 cm

For solid, angle adjustable foot support

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4. Accessories

Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

Extended foot support

Positioning belt

Seat belt

Head support

Head support attachment

Head support attachment

fits onto the existing foot support, from seat width 40­55 cm

two pieces, with snap-lock, fixing points on the wheel­chair frame

with snap lock

Adjustable in height, depth and angle.

With side support. Adjustable in height, depth and
angle. Hygiene cover

Cross back 3A, mod 4

To be mounted on bow handle

Cross brace

Cross brace

Back wedge

Back wedge

Side cushion

Side stop

Trunk support

Cross back 3A. With snap lock

Cross back 2. With snap lock

Three different sizes, attached with Velcro. Provides
support and contour. The wedges can also be combined
with other accessories and cut to desired size. Several
wedges can also be put together.

length 15 and 30 cm, attached with Velcro

Provides gentle lateral support. Used when the trunk
support is too stabilising. (Combined with arm support
and, if necessary, side stop)

Straight or angled. Combined with wedge or side sup­port cushion.
Creates a more distinct stop and holds the wedge or
side support cushion in place.

Settable in height, depth and width. Detachable

Trunk support

Trunk support

Swing-aside and detachable. Settable in height, depth
and width

Cross back 3A, PUR or Dartex

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Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

Trunk support

Anti-tips

Anti-tips

Cane holder

Drip stand

Spoke guard

Cross back 3A, swing-aside, medium or large cushion

telescopic, foldable, settable height, adjustable length
and angle (not with foldable arm supports)

For Etac Cross 5 Active

two parts, one of which is an elasticated section that is
fastened around the cane

Bracket and stand

with grey or yellow print

Tetra quickrelease adapter

Tool kit

Bags

Gloves

for persons with reduced hand function

Information is available at www.etac.com

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5. Settings

Front seat height

The front seat height may be adjusted by:

- Using the front fork attachment, adjustable in
height and angle.

-Changing the position of the castor wheel.

-Changing the front fork.

-Changing the castor

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

Adjusting the front seat height by using the front fork attachment

Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

Loosen the screws (A and B). Set the desired seat
height by measuring from the floor to the seat
upholstery and tighten the screws on one front fork
mounting. Use the position markings as a reference
for adjusting the height on the other side. Tighten
the other mounting. Check and adjust so that the
mountings are perpendicular. (See section ’Angle

A

B

setting of front fork mounting’.) Fine-tune the height
of the front fork mountings so that both wheels are
flush with the floor.

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

Adjusting the front seat height by changing the position of the castor wheel

See also section ”Front seat height table”.

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

6 mm

20Nm

5 mm

± 1,5 cm

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5. Settings

Adjusting the front seat height by changing the castor wheel/front fork

See sections “Adjusting the front seat height by
changing the position of the castor wheel” and
”Front seat height table”.

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Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

Front seat height table

G

F

E

D

C

B

A

6 5 4 3 2 1

Rear wheel

pos.

G

attachment

Low front fork

Castor

wheel

4”*

5 mm 19 mm

1

2

3

Castor wheel position (cm)

Front fork extra short Front fork short Front fork medium Front fork long

1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3

- 34-38

35,5-

39,5

- - - - - - - - -

5”***

- - - 36-40

37,5-

39-43 - - - - - -

41,5

A-F

attachment

Low front fork

6½”

5”***

A-F

6”

6½”

A-E

Standard/Widened front fork attachment

A-C

* Maximum user weight 100 kg
For correct setting of the front fork attachment: Max. backward inclination 6 cm higher front than rear (9°), max. forward
inclination 2 cm lower front than rear (3°).
** Possible in balance position 4-6 with 3° backward inclination and Std leg support. Make sure the fork/castor wheel
can rotate freely without hitting the wheelchair or user. For 8x2” castor wheels, use the Transit fork (gives a seat height of
47-51 cm).
*** With Cross 5 XL max user weight 135 kg.

7”

8”**

- - - - - 41-45 - - - - - -

- - -

- - - - 40-44

- - - - 41-45

- - - - - - -

- - - - - - - 48-51 49-52 -

37,5-

41,5

39-43

40,5-

44,5

41,5-

45,5

42,5-

46,5

43-46 45-48 46-49 - - -

45-47 46-49 47-50 - - -

46-48 47-49 48-51

47,5-

49,5

48,5-

51,5

50,5-

51,5-

52,5

53,5

- - 53-56

52,5-

54,5

52,5-

55,5

53,5-

56,5

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Mounting front fork

5. Settings

Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

- Pull out the cover plug (A) and unscrew the retain-

ing nut (B). Pull out the front fork and put the be­velled washer (C) and the bearing on the new fork.

- Mount the washers and bearings in the front fork

attachment as illustrated. Washer (C) is mounted
with the bevelled side towards the front fork. Was­her (D) on top under the retaining nut.

- Tighten the retaining nut until it cannot be turned

any more. Loosen it 1/2-1 turn. The spring washer
then has the correct tension. It reduces the risk of
the castor starting to “wobble”.

- Mount the cover plug.

Setting the angle of the front fork attachment

The correct angle setting is important
for the wheelchair’s manoeuvrability.

Unscrew the lower attachment screw (A) about 2
turns so that the shaft (C) moves freely inside the
sleeve.

A

B

D

19 mm

C

position that enables the wheel to move forward in
the rotation (D). Hold the shaft in place while the
lower attachment screw is tightened.

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

Insert the Allen key in the hole (B) and turn until the
attachment is 90° to the floor. Always start from a

6 mm

B

C

20Nm

A

Keep your eye on something vertical, e.g. a door
frame or table leg, while setting the angle.

D

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5. Settings

Rear seat height

Rear seat height can be adjusted by:

-Changing the position of the rear wheel in the
frame.

-Changing the position of the rear wheel in the
camber washer.

-Changing the rear wheel.

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

Adjusting rear seat height by changing rear wheel position or rear wheel size

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Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

1. Remove the rear wheel.

2. Unscrew the nut.

3. Reassemble in desired position (see table in section
”Rear seat height table”).

1

2

24 mm

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

4

20 Nm

3

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When assembling, check so that the rear wheel
axle is correctly adjusted. The button in the hub
must pop out to the original position.

1

2

G

F

E

D

C

B

A

6 5 4 3 2 1

5. Settings

Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

Assembly in pos. G1 & G2

Assembly 0° Camber

E

24 mm

17 mm

C

A

135

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Rear seat height table

Rear wheel position, height

5. Settings

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Wheel Seat hgt Distance

Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

G

F

E

D

C

B

A

Seat height, rear

Position A

Position B

Position C

20”

22”

24”

26”

20”

22”

24”

26”

20”

22”

24”

26”

20”

22”

46 cm 4,5 cm

48,5 cm 7,0 cm

51 cm 9,5 cm

53 cm 12 cm

44 cm 6,5 cm

46,5 cm 9,0 cm

49 cm 11,5 cm

51 cm 14 cm

42 cm 8,5 cm

44,5 cm 11,0 cm

47 cm 13,5 cm

49 cm 16 cm

40 cm 10,5 cm

42,5 cm 13,0 cm

Distance wheel-seat

Position D

Position E

Position F

Position G

24”

26”

20”

22”

24”

26”*

20”

22”

24”

26”*

20”

22”

24”

26”

45 cm 15,5 cm

47 cm 18 cm

38 cm 12,5 cm

40,5 cm 15,0 cm

43 cm 17,5 cm

45 cm 20 cm

36 cm 14,5 cm

38,5 cm 17,0 cm

41 cm 19,5 cm

43 cm 22 cm

34 cm 16,5 cm

36,5 cm 19,0 cm

39 cm 21,5 cm

- -

*In pos E1 and F1 not with user brake

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Drum brake

5. Settings

Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

2

1

G1 G2

F1 F2

E1 E2

D1 D2

C1 C2

B1 B2

A1 A2

F3 F4

E3 E4

D3 D4

C3 C4

B3 B4

A3 A4

1 2 3 4 5 6

Pos A1-5, B-E,
F1-F2

Pos A6

G

F5 F6

E5 E6

D5 D6

C5 C6

B5 B6

A5 A6

Pos F3-F6 Pos G1- G2

F

E

D

C

B

A

G

F

E

D

C

B

A

Pos A1-5, B-E,

F1-F2

1

2

G2 G1

F6 F5

E6 E5

D6 D5

C6 C5

B6 B5

A6 A5

F4 F3

E4 E3

D4 D3

C4 C3

B4 B3

A4 A3

F2 F1

E2 E1

D2 D1

C2 C1

B2 B1

A2 A1

6 5 4 3 2 1

Pos A6

Pos F3-F6 Pos G1- G2

The brake arm is rever­sible.

To adjust the brakes, loosen nut (A). Loosen/tighten
screw (B) in order to reach proper brake function.
Tighten the nut (A). This adjustment should be done
when the brakes are not working properly.

Assembly pos. G1 and G2

B

A

8 mm

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This part of the manual (User manual)
should be torn out and at all times follow
the wheelchair. This as it contains impor­tant user information.

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Contents

User manual

Symbols and warnings .....................................................20

Transportation in vehicles ................................................. 21

Handling .................................................................... 22-23

Settings seat comfort

Back support cover .......................................................24

Seat cushion .................................................................24

Back support upholstery ...............................................24

Back support angle .......................................................24

Foot supports ...............................................................25

Calf/heel strap ..............................................................25

Arm supports ...............................................................25

Driving technique, maneuvering .................................. 26-29

Maintenance & Fault-finding chart ....................................30

Symbols and warnings

These symbols appear on labels and in the user manual.

Securing Removable part, do not lift! Risk of tipping: Always have

the anti-tips down when in

motion

General warnings

The following should be taken into account in any use of the product.

Pinch point hazard

Max tilt up

(excl anti-tip)

Bright sunlight can heat up

parts of the wheelchair and

cause burns

After adjusting seat height, centre of balance, back support
angle or back support upholstery, the anti-tips function must
always be checked.

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Do not lift the chair by

removable parts!

6°

The chair may tip over if the
backward tilt is greater than

6°. Use anti-tips!

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Transportation in vehicles

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Etac’s wheelchairs are tested in accordance with ISO
7176-19 (see ”Tests and guarantees” section in the
manual).

Etac recommends in the following order:

1) The user transfers to a seat in the vehicle and uses the
vehicle’s 3-point belt while travelling. The wheelchair
is then placed in the boot or safely in the back seat so
that it cannot overturn or roll.

2) The wheelchair is secured facing forwards in the vehicle
as per this manual, the user uses a separate 3-point
belt that is secured in the vehicle. This is the way in
which the wheelchair is tested and approved.

Securing

• Securement points rear must be used.

• Restraining device must not be put through the wheels

or around the back tubes.

• If possible, the wheelchair should be placed in the

boot.

• If the wheelchair is placed in the back seat, make

sure it can not overturn or roll. If possible secure the
wheelchair with the car’s safety belt.

• The parking brake must be used.

• The anti-tips must be lowered.

• Accessories/parts that can be removed without tools,

shall be removed and secured.

• A correctly adjusted head support shall be used.

• The back support shall be level with or above the user’s

shoulders.

• Cross brace or head support attachment 3A must be

used (Cross 5)

• Cross brace must be used (Cross 5 XL).

• Rear wheels must have handrims.

3) According to directive 2001/85/EC, appendix VII, point

3.8.3. there are specially marked wheelchair locations
in vehicles that permit transport with a wheelchair
facing in the opposite direction of travel. If this means
of travel is used, the user/carer must be aware while
travelling, prepared for sudden movements and have
the capacity to maintain a safe sitting position throug­hout the entire journey. The user’s disabilities must not
be of such an extent that he/she is not able to hold
onto the handles fitted in the vehicle when there are
changes of speed or direction.

• The parking brake must be used.

• The anti-tips must be lowered.

• Accessories/parts that can be removed without tools,

shall be removed and secured.

• A correctly adjusted head support shall be used.

• The back support shall be level with or above the user’s

shoulders.

• Positioning belt must be used.

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Unfolding

• Push down on one side of the seat frame,

using the whole of the flat of the hand.

• Do not hold the seat frame tube while

unfolding as there is a risk of pinching
your fingers.

• Lower the foot supports.

Folding

• If a bow handle and/or cross brace is

mounted they should be removed.

• Flip up the foot supports.

• Lift up the seat.

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Handling

Rear wheel with quick release

When assembling, always check so that
the quick release button pops out to the
original position.

Anti-tips

• The anti-tips can be flipped up.

• Ensure the locking function

works properly when activa­ting the anti-tip.

Click!

Click!

Click!

Click!

• After any adjustments on your wheelchair, always

ensure that you check the function of the anti-tips.
If necessary to adjust, please contact your dealer or
your Technical Aids Centre.

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Leg support

The leg supports can be removed/swung to the side if
needed. Lockable leg supports by pushing the red button
(A).

To fasten the lockable leg supports press down on the red
button (A), put the leg support into place and release the
button. The leg support is now locked (B).

Before lifting the wheelchair, check that the leg
supports are locked.

Push handles/bow handle, height adjustable

Loosen the knobs (A). Set desired height. Ensure that the
push handles are locked in the correct position, tighten
the knobs.

Ensure that the knobs are properly tightened.
This is especially important if the chair is to be
lifted with the user sitting in it.

Make sure the safety button pops out below the
bracket.

For lifting a wheelchair without lockable leg
supports: Swing in the leg supports under the
seat, or remove them, and lift using the frame
(lower or upper part).

A

AA

B

The bow handle must be removed before the
chair can be folded.

Back support mod. 2

Loosen the knob (A) and press the red plastic washer.
Then as above.

Cross drum brake (service brake)

Cross drum brake (parking brake)

• Brake while in motion by pulling the brake lever

upwards.

A

• Activate the parking brake by pulling the brake lever

upwards and pressing in button A.

• Release by pressing the lever upwards.

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Settings seat comfort

Seat comfort

Good seating comfort depends on the needs and possi­bilities available to each individual. The following general
guidelines here show what to consider when settings are
made.
Select a seat cushion with care. Aside from comfort, it has
an impact on stability and thereby freedom of movement.
Seat cushions also have different pressure distribution

Back support cover

• Loosen all back straps, but make sure that the Velcro is

still stuck together.

• Place the back support cover so that it covers the upper

edge of the back rails and forms a crease between the
seat and the back support allowing the user to properly
sit in on the seat.

Seat cushion

• Make sure that the correct seat depth is set.

qualities.
The back support setting is a combination of angles,
height and shape. This is why the angle settings and
height for the back support may need to be adjusted
when the back support cover is being adjusted.

• Position the cushion as far back on the seat so that the

rounded corners end up between the back rails.

• Measure a suitable seat cushion length and cut it accor-

ding to supplied instructions.

• A more contoured seat cushion can be obtained by

using a comfort wedge which is placed in the cushion
cover’s pocket under the seat cushion.

Back support upholstery

The back support upholstery is adjusted with the user sit­ting in the wheelchair.

• Make sure the user is sitting as far back in the seat as

possible.

• Support the pelvis by tightening the strap found just

below the lumbar region.

• Then adjust the upper strap to provide the user with

upper body support and balance.

• The other straps are adjusted to provide space for the

user’s posterior and follow the back’s natural curvature.

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

Do not overtighten the upper straps as this can
prevent the cross-brace from unfolding properly,
i.e. the seat-frame tubes do not sit flush in the
sideframes.

Back support angle

The back support angle may need to be adjusted when
adjusting the shape of the back support upholstery.
Contact your dealer or your Technical Aids Centre.

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Foot supports

Adjust the height until you are sure that your feet are
supported and your thighs are resting on the cushion.

For outdoor use the foot supports should be raised 4-5
cm above the ground.

Adjusting the angle

Adjust the foot support angle, so the ankles are at 90°.

5 mm

Never stand on the foot
supports as there is a risk of
tipping!

Adjusting the height

Loosen the knob and pull out the screw. Set the height.
Assemble the screw and knob and tighten firmly.

Changing the depth of the foot supports

Adjust the depth of the foot supports by switching the
right and left foot support. Do not forget to adjust the
angle.

Calf/heel strap

• Adjust the length so that your insteps rest on the foot

supports.

Arm support (adjusting)

• Loosen the screw on the inside of the arm support

plate.

• Set the required height and tighten the screw.

• The high position of the arm supports, supports and

relieves pressure on the back better than a lower
position.

3 mm

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Parking

Turn the castor wheels forwards and
activate the brakes.

Never park on a slope with a
user in the wheelchair.

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Driving technique, maneuvering

Transferring into/out of the wheelchair

Turn the castor wheels forwards, activate the brakes, flip
up the foot supports and twist the leg supports to one
side.

Sideways

Never stand on the
foot supports as there
is a risk of tipping!

From the front

Remove the arm support on
the side where transfer is to
take place.

Lifting the wheelchair

• Ensure that the vertically adjustable push handles are

properly tightened.

• Swing non-lockable leg supports in

under the seat and lift the
wheelchair by the front
upper part of the frame.

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The following figures show principles for propelling techniques and how to overcome obstacles like steps and curbs.

User, up forwards

This technique is recommended only for experienced wheelchair users.

– Ensure that the anti-tips are deactivated.

Activate the anti-tips
afterwards!

User, up backwards

This technique only works if there is a low kerb/threshold, relative to the installed height of the foot sup­ports.

– Ensure that the anti-tips are deactivated.

User, down forwards

This technique is recommended only for experienced wheelchair users.

– Ensure that the anti-tips are deactivated.

Activate the anti-tips
afterwards!

Activate the anti-tips
afterwards!

User, down backwards

This technique is recommended only for experienced wheelchair users.

– Ensure that the anti-tips are deactivated.

There is a greater risk
of tipping during this
manoeuvre!

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Care giver, up forwards

– Ensure that the anti-tips are deactivated.

Care giver, up backwards

– Ensure that the anti-tips are deactivated.

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Activate the anti-tips
afterwards!

Care giver, down forwards

– Ensure that the anti-tips are deactivated.

Care giver, down backwards

– Ensure that the anti-tips are deactivated.

Activate the anti-tips
afterwards!

Activate the anti-tips
afterwards!

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Activate the anti-tips
afterwards!

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Stairs, up

– Ensure that the anti-tips are deactivated. Never
use an escalator, even if a care giver is available.
Ensure that height adjustable push handles
are tightened.

Stairs, down

– Ensure that the anti-tips are deactivated. Never
use an escalator, even if a care giver is available.
Ensure that height adjustable push handles are
tightened.

We always recommend using two carers for this
transfer. One who walks behind and holds on to
the push handle and one who walks in front and
holds on to the frame (or in the leg supports if
these are lockable).

Activate the anti-tips
afterwards!

We always recommend using two carers for this
transfer. One who walks behind and holds on to
the push handle and one who walks in front and
holds on to the frame (or in the leg supports if
these are lockable).

Ascending/descending hills

Control your speed using the handrims, not the brakes!

Avoid turning round in the middle of a hill. Always drive as straight up/down as possible. If uncertain,

ask for assistance.

Uphill

Lean forwards to correct your
centre of balance.

Activate the anti-tips
afterwards!

Downhill

Lean backwards to correct your
centre of balance.

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Maintenance

Rear wheels: Clean quick release axles as required.

Tyre pressure: Check the tyre pressure (once/month).

Castors: Clean castor wheel axles as required.

Chassis: Clean the chassis with non-abrasive detergent,
pH value 5-9 or with 70 % disinfectant solution. Rinse
and dry.

Fault-finding chart

• Pump up the tyres

The wheelchair is pulling
diagonally

The wheelchair feels “heavy” to
propel

The wheelchair feels “heavy” to
turn

• Check and adjust the angle of the front fork attachments

• Check that the front fork attachments are set at the same height

• The user’s weight is not evenly distributed in the wheelchair

• More strength being used on one side than the other when propelling the chair

• Pump up the tyres

• Rear wheel mountings are incorrectly fitted

• Clean the castor axles from hair and dirt

• Too much weight over the castors. Adjust the centre of balance

• Pump up the tyres

• Check that the front fork attachments are not too tight

• Check and adjust the angle of the front fork attachments

• Clean the castor axles from dirt

• Too much weight over the castors. Adjust the centre of balance

Upholstery: Wash, see labels on each item.

In the event of problems, contact your dealer or Technical
Aids Centre.

If necessary, lubricate moving parts/joints with cycle oil
or similar.

Brakes not effective

Rear wheels “loose” • Adjust the length of the axle shaft

Rear wheels hard to remove/re­place

The castor wheels “wobble”

The wheelchair is hard to fold/
unfold

The wheelchair feels “awkward”

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• Pump up the tyres

• Adjust the distance between brake and tyre

• Clean and lubricate quick release with cycle oil or similar

• Adjust the length of the axle shaft

• The front forks are not tight enough

• Check and adjust the height and angle of the front fork attachments

• Too much weight over the castors. Adjust the centre of balance

• The upholstery is too tight

• Clean and lubricate the cross-brace under the seat

• Pump up the tyres

• Check that screws, nuts and bolts are properly tightened

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5. Settings

The seat angle is dependent on the difference

between the front and the rear seat heights.

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

If the seat angle is changed:

- Adjust the angle of the front fork attachment.

- Check the back support angle.

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Seat depth

The seat depth can be adjusted by lifting the front
seat upholstery and sliding it backwards or forwards.

With Cross back support 3A triangular, the seat
depth can be further adjusted by means of the
lumbar angle (see the section ”Adjusting seat depth
using lumbar angle, triangular back”).

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

Seat comfort

After adjusting seat height, seat angle, seat depth
and back support angle, the back support uphol­stery must be adjusted to optimize the seat comfort.
See the “Settings seat comfort” section in the User
manual.

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2°

6. Settings back support 3A

Adjusting back support angle

Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

1. Loosen the nut.

2. Adjust the back support angle. Use the position mark­ings to obtain the same back support angle on the right
and left sides respectively.

1 2

13 mm

3. Tighten the nut.

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

3

20 Nm

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1

1

5

5

1

1

5

5

6. Settings back support 3A

Adjusting the back support height and lumbar angle

Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

1. Loosen the locking screws (A) max. 1 turn.

2. Adjust the back support height using the graduation
and the marking on the lower back rod. Tighten the
locking screws max. 1/2 turn.

3. Place the Allen key in the selected (upper recommend­ed) eccentric shaft’s locking screw and loosen it 1/2
turn. Move the Allen key to the eccentric shaft‘s key
handle and set the required lumbar angle.

4. Tighten the locking screws with 6 Nm.

1

A

1

5

1

5

We recommend that you start adjusting the lumbar
angle with the upper eccentric shaft. If a larger angle is
required, adjust the lower eccentric shaft as well.

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

2

5 mm

3

1

1

5

1

5

1

5

5

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Adjusting seat depth using lumbar angle

6. Settings back support 3A

Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

An extended seat depth is achieved by opening
the back support angle (hip) and then the lumbar
angle.

1. Adjust the back support angle (see also illustra-
tion 1-3 on page 32).

2. Adjust the lumbar angle to the required back
support angle using the eccentric shafts as in
point 4-5 on page 34.

1

2

3. If necessary fit seat extender (accessory)..

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

1

5

1

5

5 mm

Fitting seat extender

1

Risk of tipping: Always

check the setting of the

the anti-tips.

2

3

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7. Settings back support mod. 2

Setting back support height

The back support height is continuously settable (See
“The chairs possibilities”).
Loosen the screws (A) 2-3 turns to set the height of
the back support. Ensure that both sides are at the
same height by checking against the ruler (B) on the
back of the back tube. Tighten the screws securely.

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

Adjusting back support angle

The back support angle is infinitely variable (See “The
chairs possibilities”). The angle is adjusted using the

nut on the inside of the rear wheel attachments.

- Loosen the nut on one of the back tubes, set the

desired angle and tighten the nut firmly again.

- Repeat the procedure on the other side.

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5 mm

13 mm

Cross 5 XL

Check that the angle is the same on both sides by com­paring the distance between the back tube and the arm
support plate.

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

Adjusting back support upholstery

The contour of the back support upholstery is indivi­dually adjustable by using the five Velcro straps and
the back support cover.

- Allow the cover plenty of room between seat and

back support, so that it is possible to “sit in” against
the back support.

- Loosen all the straps and ensure that the user is sit-

ting as far back in the seat as possible.

- Tighten the straps in such a way that they follow

the contours of the user’s back and give plenty of
support to the lumbar region.

Do not overtighten the upper straps as this can prevent
the cross-brace from unfolding properly, i.e. the seat­frame tubes do not sit flush in the sideframes.

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

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7. Settings back support mod. 2B

Setting back support height

The back support height is settable (See “The chairs
possibilities”).

Loosen the screws to set the height of the back sup­port. Tighten the screws.

Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

Adjusting back support angle

The back support angle is infinitely variable (See “The
chairs possibilities”). The angle is adjusted using the

nut on the inside of the rear wheel attachments.

- Loosen the nut on one of the back tubes, set the
desired angle and tighten the nut firmly again.

- Repeat the procedure on the other side.

Check that the angle is the same on both sides by com­paring the distance between the back tube and the arm
support plate.

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

5 mm

13 mm

Adjusting back support upholstery

The contour of the back support upholstery is indivi­dually adjustable by using the five Velcro straps and
the back support cover.

- Allow the cover plenty of room between seat and
back support, so that it is possible to “sit in” against
the back support.

- Loosen all the straps and ensure that the user is sit­ting as far back in the seat as possible.

- Tighten the straps in such a way that they follow
the contours of the user’s back and give plenty of
support to the lumbar region.

Do not overtighten the upper straps as this can prevent
the cross-brace from unfolding properly, i.e. the seat­frame tubes do not sit flush in the sideframes.

Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the
the anti-tips.

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Brake, adjustment

8. Readjustments

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Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

The brakes are infinitely settable.

1. Loosen the screw a couple of turns.

2. Set the brake in correct position.

3. The brake block should be 15-20 mm from the tyre
when the brake is not applied.

4. Ensure that the brake is straight in the groove and
tighten the nut. Test the brakes.

5. Ensure the nut locks on the inside.

The braking effect is dependent on the air pres­sure in the tyres. The brakes are parking brakes
and should not be applied during use.

1 2 3

5 mm

4 5

15-20 mm

If the rear wheel is positioned in one of the forward
settings it is possible for a leg support, when swung
to the side, to unlock an applied brake. To avoid this
the brake handle should be adjusted so that you
attain a “neutral” position. In this way the brake will
unlock first when the handle is pushed close to the
rear wheel.

1 2 3

Ph 1

1. Loosen the screw on the inside of the brake

handle.

2. Remove the oval plate, turn it 180° (the pin on the
plate’s inside must sit in the upper hole).

3. Tighten it again.

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Adjusting the brake block

8. Readjustments

Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

1

5 mm

2

Leg support, infinitely angle adjustable

Never stand on the foot supports as you may tip
the chair! For lifting a wheelchair. swing in the
leg supports under the seat, or remove them,
and lift using the frame (lower or upper part).

Always have the screw and knob for foot sup­port attached even if not using foot support.

3

1

1

2 3

2 3

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Amputee leg support

Never sit on the amputee leg support. When

lifting the wheelchair, remove the amputee leg
support, swing the other leg support in under
the seat (or remove it) and lift using the frame
(lower or upper part).

Anti-tips

8. Readjustments

4 mm

6 mm

± 6 cm

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Cross 5 XL

The anti-tips are settable in height and angle and
adjustable in length.

After adjusting seat height, centre of balance,
back support angle or back support upholstery,
the anti-tips function must always be checked.

5 mm

3-7 cm

5 Nm

Click!

3-7 cm

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Changing the camber angle

8. Readjustments

Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

The camber angle can be changed by changing the
washers that are mounted between the hub sleeve
and the nut. See section ”Adjusting rear seat height
by changing rear wheel position or rear wheel size”.

1 2

24 mm

0° camber

3

When assembling, check so that the rear wheel
axle is correctly adjusted. The button in the hub
must pop out to the original position.

4

2° camber

Adjusting the centre of balance

The centre of balance can be adjusted by changing the
position of the rear wheels.

- Move the axle shaft/rear wheels forwards/backwards.

The brakes must also be adjusted, see section
”Brake, adjustment”.

24 mm

When the position of the rear wheels is moved for­wards the wheelchair becomes more manoeuvrable,
but the tendency to tip backwards increases. See

section ”Adjusting rear seat height by changing rear
wheel position or rear wheel size”.

The centre of balance is also altered when the
seat and/or back support angle is adjusted.

We recommend the use of anti-tips.

Ensure that rear wheels with quick release hubs
are mounted securely.

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Handrims

8. Readjustments

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Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

The way in which the user is able to grip the hand­rims is influenced by the handrim’s material and its
distance from the wheel.

Cellular rubber/ plastic coated handrims increa­ses the friction.
Violent braking can cause mild friction burns
(e.g. blisters).

Adjusting the distance of the handrim

Aluminium, stainless, plastic-coated and cellular rubber
handrims for 24”, 22” and 20” rear wheel.
The distance between the wheel and the handrim can
be adjusted by moving or exchanging the two spacers.

Be aware that when passing through narrow
spaces there is a risk of getting your fingers
caught. There is also a risk of fingers getting
caught in the spokes.

If there is a risk of the user’s fingers getting
caught in the spokes we recommend spoke
guards.

4 mm

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9. Accessories - adjusting, handling

Assembly instructions are always provided with accessories when they are delivered from Etac.Instruc­tions are also available on our website www.etac.com.

Seat cushion and comfort wedge

The cushion is cut to the required depth at the
front or back edge. When measuring the length,
ensure that the cushion is properly positioned
between the back tubes with the rounded corners
to the rear.

The cushion is a standard model and is not
suitable for users with sitting sores.

A comfort wedge is a useful accessory for the
seat cushion. It evens out the front edge of the
seat, giving even greater seat comfort. Place
the comfort wedge in the cushion-cover’s inside
pocket, under the cushion. The arrow on the com­fort wedge should be on the top-side pointing
forwards.

Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

Arm support, detachable, height adjustable

The arm support attachment can be fitted in 2 different
heights. In position 1 the height of the arm support is
settable between 19 and 26 cm, and in position 2
(standard) between 24 and 31 cm, with 1 cm intervals.

10 mm 5 mm

The lock lug is used both to set the height of the arm
support and secure the side guard:

- Loosen the screw that fastens the lock lug.

- Slide the guard up or down to the desired height.

- Refasten the lug on the side guard.

If necessary the right arm support can be fitted on the
left side and vice versa.

3 mm

Never use the arm supports to lift the wheel­chair.

With 24” low pressure or solid tyres in pos. C1,
the arm support’s sideguard does not cover the
front edge of the rear wheel.

1
2

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Arm support, flip-up, height adjustable

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Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

The flip-up arm support comes in two varieties, height
adjustable and fixed. It is mounted onto the wheelchair’s
frame and can be flipped upwards/backwards by pres­sing the red lever (A) inwards.
Mount the arm support according to the assembly
instructions supplied.

The arm support height is settable between 22 and 30
cm with 1 cm intervals.

- Push the red lever to one side and loosen the screws
that fix the arm support bracket to the frame.

- Slide the arm support up or down to the desired
height.

- Tighten the screws again.

Positioning belt

The positioning belt is in two parts, is adjustable in
length and has a snap-lock. It is mounted in the holes
just in front of the back support joint, above the wheel
mounts.
Assembly instructions are supplied with the belt.

Never use the arm supports to lift the wheel­chair.

These arm supports cannot be combined with
cane holder or with 24” 22” or 20” rear wheels
in position C.

A

The belt is to be used only for positioning in the
wheelchair. It must not be used as a substitute
for a car safety belt.

Ensure that the user does not slide forwards in
the seat as this can lead to the belt impairing
the supply of blood to the hip/waist area.

3 mm

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9. Accessories - adjusting, handling

Head support

The head support is mounted onto the bow handle
(accessory) or onto a separate head support attach­ment. The head support is adjustable in height, depth and
angle, and is detachable.

Before the head support is adjusted, ensure that
the user has a good, secure sitting posture.

Check the balance of the wheelchair when the
user leans against the head support.
We recommend the use of anti-tips.

Head support attachment

Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

The head support attachment is used to fit the head
support.

Do not use the head support attachment to lift
the wheelchair.

Cross brace

The cross bar is used when the back chassis needs to
be reinforced.

Do not lift the wheelchair by the cross bar.

“Click”

“Click”

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10. Technical data

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Cross 5

Cross 5 XL

Type of chair

35 cm short 13123001 56,0 cm 36-42 cm 15,0 kg 135 kg

35 cm long 13123002 56,0 42-48 15,2 kg 135 kg

37,5 cm short 13123003 58,5 36-42 15,1 kg 135 kg

37,5 cm long 13123004 58,5 42-48 15,3 kg 135 kg

40 cm short 13123005 61,0 36-42 15,2 kg 135 kg

40 cm long 13123006 61,0 42-48 15,4 kg 135 kg

42,5 cm short 13123007 63,5 36-42 15,3 kg 135 kg

42,5 cm long 13123008 63,5 42-48 15,5 kg 135 kg

45 cm short 13123009 66,0 36-42 15,5 kg 135 kg

45 cm long 13123010 66,0 42-48 15,7 kg 135 kg

47,5 cm short 13123011 68,5 36-42 15,6 kg 135 kg

47,5 cm long 13123012 68,5 42-48 15,8 kg 135 kg

50 cm short 13123013 71,0 36-42 15,7 kg 135 kg

50 cm long 13123014 71,0 42-48 15,9 kg 135 kg

47,5 cm short 13123111 68,5 cm 36-42 cm 15,9 kg 160 kg

47,5 cm long 13123112 68,5 42-48 16,1 kg 160 kg

50 cm short 13123113 71,0 36-42 16,0 kg 160 kg

50 cm long 13123114 71,0 42-48 16,2 kg 160 kg

52,5 cm short 13123115 73,5 36-42 16,1 kg 160 kg

52,5 cm long 13123116 73,5 42-48 16,3 kg 160 kg

55 cm short 13123117 76,0 36-42 16,3 kg 160 kg

55 cm long 13123118 76,0 42-48 16,5 kg 160 kg

57,5 cm short 13123119 78,5 36-42 16,4 kg 160 kg

57,5 cm long 13123120 78,5 42-48 16,6 kg 160 kg

60 cm short 13123121 81,0 36-42 16,5 kg 160 kg

60 cm long 13123122 81,0 42-48 16,7 kg 160 kg

Item no

Cross 5

Total width

Seat depth from

back support

tube**

Weight with rear

wheel

Max

user weight

Seat height

rear

34-53 cm 34-56,5 cm 32-45 cm 32 cm 74-128 cm 102-122 cm 26-64 cm 76-92 cm 108°-114° 46,5-48,5 cm

* Applies to Cross back support 3A. For Cross back support 3A high applies 38-51 cm.
** With triangular back
*** With solid tyre andstainless steel handrim, +1,3 kg

Seat height

front

Back support

height*

Transport

width

Total height Total length

Leg support

length

Length when

folded

Leg support

angle

Rear wheel

Weights and dimensions given are for a chair with 24” rear wheels with quick-release hubs, high pres-

Cross 5

sure tyre, aluminium handrims, leg supports, foot supports, brakes, arm supports, 6 1/2” castors with
medium forks. The measurements given may vary by ± 2%.

Weights and dimensions given are for a chair with 24” rear wheels with quick-release hubs, massive

Cross 5 XL

tyres, stainless steel handrims, cross brace back, leg supports, foot supports, heel strap, brakes, arm sup­port attachment, 6 1/2” castor wheels with medium forks. The measurements given may vary by ± 2%.

Max lateral tilt

Max tilt

down

size

>20°

>20°

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Upholstery

11. Service and maintenance

The upholstery is made of two-ply polyester. The seat
upholstery is fastened lengthways to the seat frame, and
can easily be removed from the frame by unscrewing the
end caps.

The back support upholstery is removed by loosening

Rear wheel/castor wheel, front fork attachment

Tyre/inner tube: Check the tyre pressure (see side of tyre)

at least once a month, also check the
tread.

Spokes: Loose spokes can lead to wheel wobble.

Consult a cycle dealer or your Technical
Aids Centre if it is necessary to adjust the
spokes

Wheel axles: Clean the wheel axles from hair and dirt

as necessary.

Brakes

the screws of the end caps and then pulling the uphol­stery upwards.

Wash seat and back support upholstery according to

the washing instructions on the product.

Ball bearings: Require no maintenance.

Handrim: If a handrim should be damaged in

such a way that it could lead to injury, it
should be replaced.

Front fork attachments:
To achieve the best operating conditions,

the attachments should be installed
at 90°. Check also that the front forks
are correctly tightened. See section
”Mounting front fork”.

The braking effect is dependent on the air pressure in the
tyres. Encrusted dirt can have a negative effect

Washing the frame

It is important to keep the wheelchair clean, both for your
own comfort and the longevity of the chair. It is equipped
with drainage holes which ensure that it is easy to wash
and dry.

Touch-up paint

Touch-up paint is available for minor scratches and chips
in all the frame colours available for Cross wheelchairs.

Miscellaneous

If there is a fault in your wheelchair you should contact
your dealer or Technical Aids Centre. Defective wheel­chairs should not be used.
If your chair needs reconditioning or repair, only original
parts from Etac or components with equal quality, as
specified in Cross diagrams, should be used. Etac will not

on the brake mechanism. Check the functioning of the
brakes once a month. In the event of adjustments, see
point ”Brake, adjustment”.

Clean the frame with a nonabrasive cleaning agent with
a pH level between 5 and 9, or with a 70% disinfectant
solution. Rinse and dry.

be held responsible for damage or injury caused by use of
non-original parts.

When necessary lubricate moving parts/joints
with bicycle oil or similar.

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12. Tests and Guarantees

Etac / Cross 5 / www.etac.com

CE marking, tests:

The product complies with the Medical Device Directive 93/42/
EEC.

The product has been tested and complies with the require­ments set out in EN 12183, which includes ISO 8191-2.

Combination agreements exist – see www.etac.com.

Etac’s wheelchairs have been tested in accordance with ISO
7176-19. They have been crash-tested by the Technical Research
Institute of Sweden. Testing was carried out using restraining
device UNWIN_WWR/ATF/K/R and 3-point seat belt 907523,
Klippan Safety AB.

Service life:

The main product’s durability and lifetime is at least five
years when used in accordance with intended use, the safety
instructions, the reconditioning manual and instructions for
use in the user manual. The main product consists of the chas­sis for seat and back support. Additional parts/accessories are
handled in accordance with the manual and reconditioning
manual. The actual lifetime can vary, depending on how much
and how intensively the product is being used, but a maximum
of 10 years. If the product is intended for use after the service
life period specified by Etac, it is the responsibility of the prod­uct owner to ensure product functionality in accordance with

the manual and reconditioning instructions. If this cannot be
ensured then the product should be taken out of use.

Methods of surface treatment:

Lacquered surfaces = Polyester powder coating or ED-coating
Non-lacquered aluminium parts = Anodized coating
Non-lacquered steel surfaces = Galvanized

Guarantee:

5 year guarantee against material and manufacturing defects.

For terms and conditions, see www.etac.com

Special adaptations:

comprise everything that falls outside the instructions and set­tings in this Manual. Wheelchairs specially adapted by customers
are not eligible for Etac’s CE marking. Etac’s guarantee no longer
applies. If in the least doubt about the validity of adjustments,
please contact Etac for advice.

If wheelchair is combined with another product not manu­factured by Etac, neither of the products will retain their CE
marking unless combination agreement exists. Please contact
Etac for up-to-date information.

To be sorted according to national regulations

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Box 203
334 24 Anderstorp
Sweden

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Etac GmbH
Bahnhofstraße 131,
45770 Marl,
Germany

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Etac AB (export)
Box 203
334 24 Anderstorp
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Etac AS
Pb 249,
1501 Moss,
Norway

Etac A/S
Egeskovvej 12
8700 Horsens
Denmark

Snug Seat, Inc.
12801 E. Independence Boulevard
P.O. Box 1739
Matthews, NC 28106, USA

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Etac Supply Center AB
Långgatan 12
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Etac Holland BV
Fluorietweg 16a,
1812RR Alkmaar,
Nederland

Etac UK Limited
29 Murrell Green Business Park
London Road, Hook, Hampshire
RG27 9GR, United Kingdom

R82 UK Limited.
Unit D4A, Coombswood Business
Park East
Coombswood Way, Halesowen
West Midlands B62 8BH
United Kingdom

75190

7 320451 370976

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