Handicare Legend 2 Exigo User Manual

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User Manual
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Congratulations on your choice of new wheelchair.
Quality and functionality are keywords for all Handicare wheelchairs. Legend 2 Exigo is manufactured by Handicare AS. For your own safety, and in order to get the greatest benefi t from the features of your new wheelchair, we recommend that you read this user manual carefully before you start to use the wheelchair.
About Handicare Legend 2 Exigo
Legend 2 Exigo has been developed in collaboration with the market. The result is a unique wheelchair that is very comfortable and has good rolling characteristics. A total width only 18 cm greater than the seat width provides good accessibility through narrow doors and in tight spaces. Legend 2 Exigo is easy to transport in a car or in other vehicles; the chair is only 30 cm wide when folded. Legend 2 Exigo can be easily adapted to the needs of each user. A wide range of adjustments can be made, and the procedures used are intuitive and require minimal use of tools or replacement of parts.
Intended use
Legend 2 Exigo is designed for both indoor and outdoor use. This wheelchair has been developed for persons with disabilities and as an aid for those who have problems with walking. Users who can control the wheelchair by rolling, steering and braking it themselves can use the wheelchair without an assistant.
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Contents
Introduction ...................................................................................2
Contents ........................................................................................3
Parts of the wheelchair ................................................................4
Assembly and transport ..............................................................5
Using the wheelchair ....................................................................6
Adjusting the wheelchair ...........................................................11
Fitting a positioning belt ............................................................18
Safety ...........................................................................................19
Maintenance ................................................................................20
Technical specifications ............................................................24
Labelling ......................................................................................25
Accessories ................................................................................26
Warranty Legend 2 Exigo - Canada ..........................................28
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Parts of the wheelchair
In order to be able to read and understand this manual it is important that you familiarise yourself with the most common terms that we use for the different parts of the wheelchair. Have a look at fi gure 1 and note the relevant parts on your wheelchair. The equipment on your wheelchair may vary slightly from the fi gure shown.
Backrest with backrest cov
er
Armrests
Clothing guards
Seat
Leg support
Frame
Footplate
Pushing handle
Driving wheels
Hand rim
Brake
Wheel block Bearing housing for
front castor wheel Front castor wheel fork
Front castor wheel
Figure 1
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Assembly and transport
Assembly Figure 2
The wheelchair is supplied complete as standard.
The only thing you need to do is to unfold the chair and, if necessary, fit the leg supports.
Unfolding the wheelchair Figure 3
Unfold the wheelchair by pushing down with flat hands on the upholster
y ne
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the seat tubing.
NB: Do not grasp the seat tubing – you may catch your fingers!
Put the seat cushion (accessory) in position and ensure that it lies correctly on the seat fabric.
Folding up the wheelchair Figure 4
Remove the seat cushion (accessory) and f
old up the f
ootplates or remove the leg supports before you fold up the wheelchair.
Grasp the seat fabric and lift it directly upwards. The seat will fold itself up. Make sure that the backrest fabric folds itself backwards.
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Using the wheelchair
Quick-release hub Figure 5
The wheelchair has a quick-release hub on each of the driving wheels
. Depress the button in the centre of the driving wheel to remove or replace the wheel.
NB: Check that the wheel is properly fastened by making sure that the button pops out about 5 mm when the wheel bolt is fully in the casing.
Height-adjustable pushing handles Figure 6
The pushing handles can be adjusted by releasing the locking handle while simultaneously pulling the pushing handle upwards or downwards to the desired height. Then tighten the locking handle again.
You can remove the pushing handles completely by releasing the locking handle, pressing in the sprung plug (6A) and pulling up on the pushing handles.
Armrests, swing-up Figure 7
• Press the release button and pull up the
armrest
Ensure that the armrest locks into position when you swing it back down.
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Figure 6
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Swinging out/fitting/removing the leg supports Figures 9 and 10
The leg supports can be swung in and out or remo
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ed to make transfers easier. The leg support is released by turning the handle (9A) inwards or outwards while swinging the leg support.
Once the leg support has been swung to the side, it can be lifted up and removed completely if desired. To replace it, follow the above procedure in the reverse order. The handle will automatically lock itself.
Figure 9
Figure 10
Using the wheelchair
Figure 8
Adjusting the height of the armrests Figure 8
• Press the release button (A) and raise or lower the armrest.
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Anti-tip stabiliser Figure 12
The anti-tip stabiliser is deployed by pulling it out while sim
ultaneously tur
ning it down. The anti-tip stabiliser is adjusted as standard with a clearance to the floor which makes it possible to negotiate door sills and similar.
Figure 12
Figure 11
Using the brakes Figure 11
Pull the brake lever towards you to lock the brak
e.
The brakes are only designed to keep the chair stationary. Under no circumstances must they be used as a driving brake.
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Transferring into and out of the chair
Figures 13, 14 and 15
Engage the brakes
Swing the leg supports out if necessary
Move yourself to the front of the chair
before tr
ansferring to another chair,
bed, etc.
Figure 13
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Figure 15
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Negotiating obstacles: steps Figures 16 and 17
If the wheelchair is to be lifted up or down steps with the user in the chair, if possible use the recommended lifting points.
The lifting points are the pushing handles and leg supports.
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Using the wheelchair
Negotiating obstacles: kerbstones
Figure 18
When negotiating kerbstones or similar, swing up the anti-tip stabiliser.
Then place a foot on the tipping bar while you simultaneously push with the pushing handles.
Steep ground
If you frequently use the wheelchair on hilly surfaces
, we recommend that a separate
assistant brake be installed.
CAUTION: Before lifting the chair and user, ensure that the leg supports are properly connected to the frame and the handle/latch is engaged (see page 7: Swinging out/fitting/ removing the leg supports). Also ensure that the handle/ latch is not disengaged by your hand while lifting. If the Exigo is configured with optional adjustable height push handles please ensure that the locking handles have been properly tightened (see page 6: Height adjustable pushing handles). Failure to follow these instructions could result in the accidental release of a lifting point from the chair and a potential injury for the user or assistant.
In order for the assistants to have a better lifting position, they may lift one on each side of the chair.
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Adjusting the wheelchair
Adjusting the seat height
The seat height can easily be adjusted. You can also change the angle of the seat by having a different seat height front and back. By changing the seat angle, you can achieve better stability and sitting comfort. The various methods of adjusting the seat height also have an effect on the wheelchair’s manoeuvrability and rolling characteristics.
Adjusting the height of the back of the seat Figures 19 and 20
You can adjust the height of the back of the seat using any of the methods descr
ibed below.
Move the wheel blocks up or down
If you move the wheel blocks up, you lower the seat height. If you move the wheel blocks down, you raise the seat height (see page 16).
Change to larger or smaller driving wheels
Using larger driving wheels raises the seat height, whereas smaller driving wheels lower the seat height.
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Adjusting the height of the front of the seat
Figure 21
You can adjust the height of the front of the seat using any of the methods descr
ibed below.
Move the front castor wheel to a higher or lower position in the castor fork
By moving the castor wheel to a higher position in the castor fork (21A) you lower the seat height; by moving the castor wheel to a lower position you raise the seat height.
Change to larger or smaller castor wheels
Using a smaller castor wheel lowers the seat height, whereas a larger castor wheel will raise the seat height. If you change the castor wheels to a smaller model, this will reduce the turning circle and thereby make it easier to negotiate tight spaces. It will also provide more room for your legs. On the other hand, using larger castor wheels will increase the turning circle but will make it easier to negotiate uneven surfaces.
Change to a longer or shorter front castor wheel fork
A shorter castor wheel fork will lower the seat height, reduce the turning circle and make it easier to negotiate tight spaces. It will also provide more room for your legs. A longer castor wheel fork will raise the seat height and will also give you the option of changing to a wider range of castor wheels.
NB: Remember to adjust the angle of the castor wheel when you have changed the seat height; you should also adjust the brakes when you have adjusted the seat height at the back.
Front castor wheel fork
Front castor wheel
Bearing housing
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Adjusting the height of the back of the seat Figures 22 and 25
The height of the back of the seat can be raised or lo
wered by moving the wheel
block up or down in the frame.
Undo the screws (22A)
Move the wheel block up if you wish to
low
er the seat height
Move the wheel block down if you wish
to raise the seat height
Retighten the scre
ws
Adjusting the centre of gravity
Figure 23
If you want the wheelchair to run more freely
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ou can move the driving wheels forwards. If you want the wheelchair to be more stable and less likely to tip, you can move the driving wheels back.
Loosen the fastening nut (23A) on the
wheel a fe
w turns, twist the casing (23B) through 90° and move the wheel to the desired hole
Twist the adapter back 90° and retighten
the fastening n
ut well
NB: Remember to adjust the brakes
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Adjusting the wheelchair
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Adjusting the height of the front of the seat Figures 24 and 25
When adjusting the height of the seat, you should adjust the height of the front castor wheels before y
ou adjust the angle.
Move to another position in the castor wheel fork Figure 24
• Undo the screw in the hub of the castor wheel fork
• Move the wheel up or down
• Retighten the screw
Adjusting the angle of the front castor wheel Figure 25
• Undo the screw (25A) a little
Undo the scre
w (25B)
• Insert the Allen key into the turning wheel (25C) and turn it to the desired angle (see the scale)
• Tighten the screw (25B). Thread lock, such as Loctite Blue No. 243, may be used. Then tighten the screw (25A)
If the front castor wheel is at the correct angle, the bearing housing will be vertical and at 90° to the floor. You can achieve this by using a right angle or set square against the bearing housing and floor.
Figure 24
Adjusting the wheelchair
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Adjusting the height of the backrest Figure 26
The wheelchair is equipped as standard with a height-adjustable backrest.
The height is adjusted by undoing and removing the fastening screws (26A) on the backrest tubing and then pulling the tubing to the correct height.
Then adjust the Velcro adjustment and backrest cover.
NB: When making this adjustment you must apply thread lock, such as Loctite Blue No. 253, to all screwed connections.
Figure 26
Adjusting the wheelchair
Adjusting the brakes
Figures 27 and 28
The wheelchair is delivered as standard with br
ak
es which are adjusted to the
middle driving-wheel position.
To move the brakes, undo the screw (27A) located on the inside of the frame at the front of the chair. Move the entire brake assembly along the track to the desired position. The correct distance between the brake block and the wheel (28A) is about 2.5 cm.
It should not normally be necessary to adjust the brakes from the position in which they are delivered.
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Adjusting the anti-tip stabiliser
Figure 29
You should adjust the anti-tip stabiliser when you ha
ve changed the centre of
gravity of the chair.
Undo the screws (29A). Push or pull the
anti-tip stabiliser to the correct position
There should be a maximum of 25 mm
from the end of the anti-tip stabiliser to the floor
Retighten the screws
Adjusting the length of the leg supports Figure 30
The leg supports have a graduated scale (30A) on the outside which will help you to get the correct length.
Adjust the length of the leg supports by unscrewing the fastening screws (30B) about 5 mm. Then adjust the leg supports to the desired length and retighten the screws.
Adjusting the angle of the leg supports Figure 31
The angle of the leg supports can be set to 70˚, 80˚ or 90˚.
• Undo the screw (31A)
• Push or pull the leg support to the
desired angle
• Insert the screw into the correct hole and
tighten
Figure 30
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Figure 29
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Adjusting the seat depth Figure 32
You can adjust the seat depth by up to 5 cm by moving the seat fabric forwards or backwards.
• Loosen the seat fabric
• Pull the seat fabric forwards to lengthen the seat or backwards to shorten it
• Fasten the seat fabric again
Figure 32
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Fitting a positioning belt
Fitting a positioning belt (accessory) Figures 33 and 34
Undo the screws (33A)
Locate the fastening brackets as shown in figure 34. Attach them with the screws you removed, or use the screws that came with the fastening brackets
• Feed the positioning belt through the
slots in the fastening brackets
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Safety
Do not stand on or exert great pressure on the footplates.
A wheelchair should be considered as a replacement for walking. Users must
therefore mo
ve among pedestrians and not on trafficked roadways.
When you wish to transfer out of the chair, ensure that you are on as stable and
ev
en a surface as possible. In order to ensure that the chair does not move,
make sure that the brake is in the locked position.
Legend 2 Exigo must not be used as a passenger seat in a vehicle. The
wheelchair user must be tr
ansferred to the vehicle’s passenger seat and must
use the vehicle’s safety belt.
The maximum weight capacity for Legend 2 Exigo is 140 kg.
You should regularly inspect the chair to reassure yourself that all screws, bolts
and other f
astenings are secure
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When the chair is in use, always ensure that the anti-tip stabiliser is activated.
When any modifications are made to the chair, such as moving the drive
wheels
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ving the front castor wheels, changing the backrest height, etc., this will affect the chair’s rolling characteristics, balance and tipping point. Therefore, be particularly careful when starting to use the chair again.
It is recommended that a qualified helper be used when transferring into and
out of the chair.
Ensure that clothing, bags and other items do not get caught in the wheel spok
es.
Be aware of the danger of possible trapping injuries: avoid putting your fingers
betw
een the clothing guard and the wheel, and betw
een the wheel and the
brake.
If while using the chair it is necessary to raise the front of the chair in order to
negotiate an obstruction, ne
ver do this by just pressing down on the pushing handles. Tread on the tipping bar while exerting moderate pressure on the pushing handles.
Sitting in a wheelchair for a long period of time increases the danger of
pressure sores.
If there is a high risk of pressure sores, we recommend the use
of special seat cushions to counteract the problem.
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Maintenance
Maintenance described in this section can be carried out by the user. Other maintenance work should be carried out by qualified personnel at an authorized Handicare dealer.
Washing the frame
The frame should be washed regularly with warm soapy water. If the frame is very dirty, a degreasing agent may be used. The frame may be washed with a high-pressure hose. If you use this method, avoid directly spraying the ball bearings. Dry the wheelchair well after washing it or after it has been used in rainy conditions. If a degreasing agent is used, moving parts should be greased afterwards.
Cleaning the seat and backrest covers
The upholstery and backrest cover can be washed in a washing machine at 60 °C. See the washing instructions on the various textiles.
Conditions which could damage the wheelchair
The chair should not be used at temperatures below -35 °C or over 60 °C. No specific requirements are made in connection with humidity or air pressure. No further requirements are made regarding storage conditions.
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Maintenance
Screws and nuts
Screws and nuts can become loose over time. Therefore, remember to check and if necessary retighten all screws and nuts on a regular basis. A thread-locking product, such as Loctite Blue No. 243, may be used. If self-locking nuts have been removed they lose some of their locking ability and should be replaced.
Driving wheels
The driving wheels are fitted with spokes. These should be checked and adjusted at least once a year. Contact a local bicycle dealership or your nearest technical aids centre.
Quick-release hub for wheels
The quick-release hub for the driving wheels requires regular inspection. Check that the ball bearings are working satisfactorily. The release bolt and ball bearings should be cleaned and oiled regularly.
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Recommended pressure
The chair is supplied as standard with solid wheels. Find the indication of the size on the driving wheel or castor wheel, and then read off the recommended maximum pressure in the table. Note that a high pressure makes the chair easier to roll, whereas a lo
w pressure gives a smoother ride.
For optimal rolling characteristics, the pressure should be checked regularly.
kPa Bar PSI
Driving wheel, pneumatic 350 3.5 50
Driving wheel, high-pressure 630 6.3 90
Front castor wheel, 6", pneumatic 250 2.5 35
Front castor wheel, 8", pneumatic 250 2.5 35
Inspection after six months, thereafter each year
• Check that the brakes function correctly. Adjust if necessary.
• Check that the tyres are in good condition and that there has been no damage to the sidewalls.
• Ensure that the chair is clean and that all moving parts function correctly.
• Check for any slack in the front castor wheel forks, and adjust if necessary (i.e. the axle should run freely around its axis, but there should be no slack up or down).
• Check and if necessary adjust all screwed connections.
Repairs
Apart from small repairs to paintwork, the replacement of tyres and inner tubes, and the adjustment of the brakes, all repairs must be undertaken by qualified personnel at an authorized Handicare dealer.
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Replacing pneumatic tyres
Figure 35
Pneumatic tyres are an accessory
Removing the tyre
• Remove the wheel, then deflate the tyre by depressing the little pin in the v
alve or unscrewing the valve.
• Ensure that the edge of the tyre sits well down in the internal depression of the wheel rim (35A).
• Bend the edge of the tyre over the rim. Use a special tyre lever (35B) if necessary. Take care to ensure that the tube does not become pinched between the lever and the rim.
Fitting the tyre
Put the tube into the new tyre and
apply a friction-reducing agent (tyre­fitting lubricant or soap) on the edge of the tyre (35C).
• Ensure that the edge of the tyre sits well down in the depression of the wheel rim on one side. Bend the tyre over the rim edge. Take care to ensure that the tube does not become pinched.
• Inflate to the correct pressure and fit the wheel to the chair.
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Technical specifications and measurements
The wheelchair is supplied as standard in various different seat heights and seat widths. Which height suits the user of the wheelchair depends on two factors: the height of the individual and how the chair will be used. Consult your dealer or nearest technical aids centre if you are uncertain whether you have the correct height and width. (All measurements are in centimetres unless stated otherwise.)
Seat width
36, 39, 42, 45, 48 and 51 cm
Seat depth
39 cm (adjustable 39–44 cm)
Seat height
36–48 cm
Backrest height
42–46 cm
Armrest height
22–27 cm
Total height
89 cm
Transport height
89 cm
Total width
Seat width + 18 cm
Transport width
28 cm
Total length
97 cm
Transport length
99 cm
Weight of chair
15,9 kg
Transport weight
10.1 kg
Max. user weight
140 kg
Technical specifications
The wheelchair and most of the parts are manufactured using a special aluminium alloy. The backrest and seat are covered with flame-retardant material. The driving and caster wheels can be supplied with solid or pneumatic tyres as desired.
Waste handling
Waste relating to packaging, parts of the wheelchair or the wheelchair itself can be treated as general waste. The main component of the wheelchair is aluminium, which can be melted down for reuse. The plastic and cardboard used in the packaging can be recycled.
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Labelling
Product name
Model
Seat width
Seat depth
Max. user weight
Serial number
CE mark
Year and month
of production
Climbing angle
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Accessories
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Accessories
Driving wheel and driving wheel fixings
• Amputation blocks
• Driving wheels of various dimensions and with different tyres – solid, high­pressure and pneumatic tyres
• Wheel for single-hand operation
• Friction hand rim
• Friction cover
• Spoke protectors
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• Assistant brake
• Quick-release hub for users with weak hands
Front castor wheels and castor fixings
• Front castor wheels of various dimensions and with different tyres – solid or pneumatic tyres
• Front castor wheel forks, various sizes
Leg supports
• Leg support, adjustable-angle 2
• Footplate, depth-adjustable
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• Footplate, adjustable-angle
• Amputation support
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• Plaster-cast leg support 5
Armrests and clothing guards
• Armrests with short pads
Backrest
Height-adjustable pushing handles
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• Pushing handle
Pushing handle with neck-support fastening
Other accessories
• Pump, electric
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• Crutch holder
• Table
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• Seat cushion, standard 9
• Seat cushion, Smartsit Basic
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• Seat cushion, Smartsit Comfort
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• Hip belt
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• Fastening for hip belt
• Rucksack
• Seat bag
• Head and neck support
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Fitting instructions are supplied with accessories.
Contact your nearest Handicare branch for accessories and spare parts.
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Warranty Legend 2 Exigo - Canada
Handicare warrants to the original buyer that the new equipment sold by an authorized Handicare dealer is, at the time of delivery to the buyer and for the defined time periods (found below) following such delivery, free from defects in material and workmanship and meets designed performance levels. Handicare agrees that, during the defined time periods, it will either repair or replace, at Handicare’s sole option, any part or parts of new equipment which under proper and normal conditions of use proves to be defective or fails to meet designed performance levels.
The warranty time periods for various components of the Legend 2 Exigo are defined as follows:
Component Warranty Period
Side frames and cross braces Lifetime to the original purchaser
All Components, options and mechanical parts 12 months
Exclusions and Limitations
• Equipment modified other than by Handicare is not covered by this warranty.
• Tires, arm pads, and all padded upholstered components are considered wear items and are not covered by this warranty.
• Cosmetic appearance of items will change as a result of use and are not covered by this warranty.
• Items added to the equipment by the buyer or by a user are not covered by this warranty.
• Any damage to items added to the Handicare supplied equipment, caused by the Handicare supplied equipment, is not covered under this warranty. Any damage to the Handicare supplied equipment by the additional equipment is also not covered by this warranty.
• Any use of the equipment outside the criteria published in the current Handicare sales brochures, or beyond the manner, in which a prudent person would normally use the equipment, will void this warranty (i.e. Abuse and misuse).
• Labour and shipping are not covered by this warranty.
The foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other express warranties. Implied warranties, if any, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, shall not extend beyond the duration of the express warranty provided herein. Handicare shall not be liable for any consequential or incidental damages whatsoever.
For all warranty inquiries, please contact your authorized Handicare dealer.
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Recommendations
Please complete the Handicare Warranty Registration Card. Mail it to Handicare within 10 days of delivery of the equipment. This will assist Handicare to initiate and to provide your appropriate warranty coverage.
It is strongly recommended that your equipment receive an annual service inspection by an authorized Handicare dealer within 30 days of the anniversary of the purchase date.
Revised November 2009
Tel: 1-800-514-7061
Fax: 1-888-251-9187
www.handicar
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Warning: The content of this user manual is only intended as information. This information may be changed without warning and must not therefore be interpreted as an obligation on the part of Handicare AS. Handicare AS is not responsible, either legally or financially, for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this user manual. All products that are mentioned in this user manual are registered trademarks and cannot be used in other contexts without the consent of Handicare AS.
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Notes
03-Utgitt mai 2009 Handicare AS
Manufactured by:
Handicare AS
www.handicare.com
Canadian Offi ce: Handicare Inc. 355
Norfi nch Drive Toronto, Ontario M3N 1Y7 Tel: 416-739-8333 * 1-800-514-7061 www.handicare.ca
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