Future Mobility Healthcare Inc. Northern lite Owner's Manual

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Owner’s Manual

Dealer: This manual must be given to the user of the wheelchair
User: Before using, read this manual, and save for future reference.

Future Mobility Healthcare Inc., 3223 Orlando Drive, Mississauga, ON L4V 1C5

905 671-1661 – 1 888 737-4011 – Fax: [phone] www.future-mobility.com

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Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS.................................................................... 1

READ BEFORE USE ....................................................................... 4

SELECTING THE BEST COMBINATION..................................................4

REFER TO THIS MANUAL FREQUENTLY ...............................................4

NORTHERN LITE WHEELCHAIR AND PARTS........................................... 5

BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS........................................................... 6

EQUIPMENT GUIDLENES AND PRECAUTIONS......................................... 7

WARNINGS FOR THE USER .............................................................. 8

WHEELCHAIR SAFETY AND HANDLING................................................ 9

FOLDING AND UNFOLDING THE CHAIR................................................9

A. Unfolding.........................................................................9

B. Folding............................................................................9

BALANCE AND STABILITY ............................................................. 10

SHIFTING POSITIONS IN THE CHAIR ................................................. 11

TILTING AND WHEELIES............................................................... 11

RAMPS AND INCLINES ................................................................. 12

TRANSFERS ............................................................................. 13

MAINTAIN PERFORMANCE ............................................................ 14

A. Safety Checklist ............................................................... 14

B. Cleaning ........................................................................ 14

C. Storage ......................................................................... 15

REMOVABLE COMPONENTS ............................................................16

A. Foot Rests ...................................................................... 16

FIGURE A ............................................................................... 16

B. Quick Release Axles .......................................................... 16

FIGURE B ............................................................................... 17

C. Armrests........................................................................ 17

FIGURE C. .............................................................................. 17

ADJUSTMENTS AND FITTING .......................................................... 18

Future Mobility Healthcare Inc., 3223 Orlando Drive, Mississauga, ON L4V 1C5

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SEATING ................................................................................ 18

A. Armrest Height................................................................ 18

B. Tension Adjustable Back Settings. ......................................... 18

C. Foot Rest Height .............................................................. 18

D. Anti-Tipper Height............................................................ 19

CHAIR SET-UP ............................................................................ 20

A. Back Cane Height ............................................................. 20

B. Wheel Lock Position .......................................................... 20

C. Front Seat Height ............................................................. 20

D. Rear Seat Height .............................................................. 21

A NOTE ON SEAT HEIGHT:............................................................ 21

A. Caster Position ................................................................ 21

B. Axle Position................................................................... 21

C. Camber ......................................................................... 21

D. Toe-In and Toe-Out........................................................... 21

WARRANTY ............................................................................... 23

Future Mobility Healthcare Inc., 3223 Orlando Drive, Mississauga, ON L4V 1C5

905 671-1661 – 1 888 737-4011 – Fax: [phone] www.future-mobility.com

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READ BEF ORE USE

SELECTING THE BEST COMBINATI ON

A Future Mobility Healthcare wheelchair offers the user many different
combinations of styles, accessories, and options to best fit each individual;
the final selection should be made by you and your health care advisor in
conjunction with the dealer and based on factors such as:

The level of your coordination, balance, and physical strength

The conditions and challenges you will encounter in your environment (your
home, workplace, frequent destinations etc.)

The best combination for your comfort and safety while using the equipment

REFER TO THIS MANUAL FREQUENTLY

Before you begin using this wheelchair, you – along with each person who
will assist you – should carefully read this manual, making sure to follow all
instructions, and become familiar with the contents to ensure proper use
and easy reference for the future.

Future Mobility Healthcare Inc., 3223 Orlando Drive, Mississauga, ON L4V 1C5

905 671-1661 – 1 888 737-4011 – Fax: [phone] www.future-mobility.com

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NORTHERN LITE WHEELCHA I R A N D PAR TS

1 Complimentary Tool Kit
2 Multi-wrench
3 Allen Wrench
4 Aluminum Hand Rim
5 Quick Release Axle
6 Rubber Handgrip
7 Back Cane Push Handle
8 Tension Adjustable Back

Upholstery (if applicable)

9 Back Cane Height Adjust Bolts
10 Height Adjustable Back Canes
11 Adjustable Anti-Tip Tubes
12 8-Position Rear Axle Plate
13 Rear Frame
14 Removable, Height Adjustable

Padded Armrest

15 Seat Frame Saddle

16 Wheel Lock Adjustable Clamp
17 Adjustable Caster Housing
18 Urethane Caster Wheel
19 Front Frame Stopper
20 Top Footrest Mount
21 Swing-Away Footrest Assembly
22 Dual Cross Braces
23 Front Frame
24 Wheel Lock Adjustment Bar
25 Footrest Receiver Mount
26 Adjustable Caster Fork
27 Flip-Up Footplate
28 Foam Cushion (when included

as option)

Future Mobility Healthcare Inc., 3223 Orlando Drive, Mississauga, ON L4V 1C5

905 671-1661 – 1 888 737-4011 – Fax: [phone] www.future-mobility.com

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BASIC SAF ETY PRECAUTI O N S

Make sure to study and comply with all the instructions contained here;
failure to comply with these warnings may result in serious injury and/or
damage to the equipment.

1. Prior to use, you should receive training from an authorized dealer
and/or a health care advisor on safety and efficiency.

2. Take time to practice bending, reaching, and transferring while
being supervised to familiarize yourself with the parameters of your
new chair – remember to always engage the wheel locks before
any such activity

3. Never try a new maneuver on your own until you have confidence
you can complete it safely.

4. Survey and evaluate the areas where you will be using your
wheelchair to ensure you know how to navigate them safely, and
noting any hazards that need to be avoided.

5. It is recommended to always use anti-tippers during normal use.
Always check to make sure they are secured in the down position
(as pictured in the diagram #11) to ensure protection from falls or
spills.

6. Always ensure that the wheels roll smoothly and that all parts are
working properly prior to use. Noise, vibrations or changes in ease
of propulsion may indicate loose fasteners or damage to the chair
– contact an authorized dealer for service and repairs.

Future Mobility Healthcare Inc., 3223 Orlando Drive, Mississauga, ON L4V 1C5

905 671-1661 – 1 888 737-4011 – Fax: [phone] www.future-mobility.com

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EQUIPMENT G UIDLENES AND PRECAU T I O N S

7. Do not exceed the published weight limit of 250 lbs. Please note
the weight limit applies to the user and all items carried or loaded
onto the chair, activities such as lifting weights or towing may
damage the chair and void the warranty.

8. Unauthorized modification of the wheelchair or the use of non­Future Mobility Healthcare parts may change the performance of the
wheelchair and could represent a safety hazard as well as voiding
the warranty.

9. Never travel in a vehicle or transport the chair while sitting in the
chair. Any seatbelt on the chair is not crash tested and may fail to
prevent movement while in transit. Serious injury or death may
result from failing to transfer to an approved vehicle seat.

10. Never transport this chair in the front seat of a vehicle or
unsecured in a cargo space.

11. Do not attach straps or tie downs to the wheels, as the chair may
tip over resulting in serious injury and damage to the wheelchair.

12. Do not stand on the footplates during transfers.

13. Never lift the wheelchair by the armrests or any other detachable
component.

14. If the chair is equipped with pneumatic tires, the air pressure in
the tires should be checked frequently and air added when
necessary in accordance with the specifications noted on the
tires. Failure to do so will result in loss of performance and pose a
safety hazard.

Future Mobility Healthcare Inc., 3223 Orlando Drive, Mississauga, ON L4V 1C5

905 671-1661 – 1 888 737-4011 – Fax: [phone] www.future-mobility.com