Operating instructions TRAVELER 4all Ergo & 4you Ergo
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MOBILITY MADE SIMPLE!
Operating instructions
Service booklet
TRAVELER
4all Ergo & 4you Ergo
Operating instructions TRAVELER 4all Ergo & 4you Ergo
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Contents
1Preface ............................................................................................................................................... 4
2Legend ................................................................................................................................................ 4
3CE Declaration of Conformity / other information ............................................................................... 4
3.1Classification ............................................................................................................................... 4
3.2Declaration of Conformity ........................................................................................................... 4
3.3Manufacturer ............................................................................................................................... 4
4Scope of delivery ................................................................................................................................ 4
5Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... 5
6Purpose .............................................................................................................................................. 5
7Acceptable usage and operating conditions / places of use .............................................................. 5
8Technical specifications ..................................................................................................................... 5
8.1Product weight ............................................................................................................................ 5
8.2Load weight ................................................................................................................................ 5
8.3Obstacle height and turning circle .............................................................................................. 5
8.4Basic equipment & dimensions .................................................................................................. 6
8.5Service life .................................................................................................................................. 6
9Rating plate ........................................................................................................................................ 6
10Commissioning ................................................................................................................................... 6
11Hand-over ........................................................................................................................................... 7
12Safety instructions – prior to driving / use .......................................................................................... 7
13Safety instructions – while driving / using .......................................................................................... 8
14Safety instructions regarding obstacles ............................................................................................. 9
15Safety instructions regarding dangerous locations and dangerous situations ................................... 9
16Safety instructions – after driving / use ............................................................................................ 10
17Folding mechanism .......................................................................................................................... 10
17.1Folding and stowing dimensions .............................................................................................. 10
17.2Folding in or passing through narrow spaces ........................................................................... 12
17.3Safety instructions .................................................................................................................... 12
18
Individual setting options ............................................................................................................ 12
18.1Adapting the seating height at the back ................................................................................... 12
18.2Adjusting the seat height at the front / angle of seat ................................................................ 14
18.2.1Adapting by positioning the caster wheels in the caster fork ....................................... 14
18.2.2Adaptation by replacing the caster fork ....................................................................... 14
18.2.3General instructions ..................................................................................................... 15
18.3Adjusting the tipping point ........................................................................................................ 15
18.3.1Terms, inlets and folding mechanism middle section .................................................. 15
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18.3.2Adaptation via horizontal positioning of the wheel plate .............................................. 16
19Back system ..................................................................................................................................... 18
19.1Backrest angle .......................................................................................................................... 18
19.1.1Notes on the sitting posture ......................................................................................... 18
19.1.2Adjustment range ......................................................................................................... 19
19.1.3Adjusting the backrest angle or folding down the backrest ......................................... 19
19.2Adjustable back padding & their adjustment options ................................................................ 20
19.3Ergonomic back shell & its setting options ............................................................................... 22
20Seat system ...................................................................................................................................... 23
21Clothing guard .................................................................................................................................. 24
21.1Overview of terms ..................................................................................................................... 24
21.2Removal and attachment of the clothing guard ........................................................................ 24
21.3
Adjusting the clothing guard position ................................................................................. 25
21.4
Adjusting the force required for removing and installing .................................................... 25
21.5Clothing guard size ................................................................................................................... 27
22Drive wheels ..................................................................................................................................... 27
22.1Removing and attaching the drive wheels ................................................................................ 28
22.2
Checking and adjusting the wheel tracking of the drive wheel .......................................... 28
22.3
Wheel camber .................................................................................................................... 29
22.4Air pressure .............................................................................................................................. 30
22.5Wheelbase extension ............................................................................................................... 30
22.6Other ......................................................................................................................................... 31
23Caster wheels ................................................................................................................................... 31
23.1
Replacing the caster wheels .............................................................................................. 31
23.2Caster wheels flapping ............................................................................................................. 32
23.3
Replacing the caster wheel forks ....................................................................................... 33
23.3.1Caster fork with screwed axle ...................................................................................... 33
23.3.2Caster forks with quick-release axle ............................................................................ 34
23.4
Setting the caster wheel for rotary axle .............................................................................. 34
24Foot rests .......................................................................................................................................... 35
24.1
Angle adjustment of the footplate ....................................................................................... 35
24.2Removing and attaching the footrest ........................................................................................ 36
24.3Footrest continuous .................................................................................................................. 36
24.4Footrest folding up to one side ................................................................................................. 37
24.5Divided footrest ......................................................................................................................... 39
25Anti-tippers ....................................................................................................................................... 40
25.1Operating and passive position ................................................................................................ 40
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25.2
Removing and attaching the headrest ............................................................................... 41
25.3
Height adjustment of the anti-tipping support ..................................................................... 42
26Brakes .............................................................................................................................................. 44
26.1Knee lever brake ....................................................................................................................... 44
26.1.1Opening and closing the brake .................................................................................... 44
26.1.2
Setting the brake ................................................................................................... 44
26.2Integral brake ............................................................................................................................ 46
26.2.1Opening and closing the brake .................................................................................... 46
26.2.2
Setting the brake ................................................................................................... 47
27Push handles .................................................................................................................................... 49
27.1Back tube with integrated handles ............................................................................................ 49
27.2Aluminium push handles fixed in back tube ............................................................................. 49
27.3Push handles, horizontally screwed in back tube ..................................................................... 49
27.4Safety push handles with continuous height adjustment .......................................................... 50
27.5Safety instructions .................................................................................................................... 50
28Transport restraint system ................................................................................................................ 50
28.1Standard specifications ............................................................................................................. 50
28.2Wheelchair tiedown and occupant-restraint systems ............................................................... 51
28.3Safety and handling instructions ............................................................................................... 52
29Storage ............................................................................................................................................. 54
30Transport .......................................................................................................................................... 54
31Malfunctions ..................................................................................................................................... 54
32Cleaning and care ............................................................................................................................ 54
33Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 55
33.1General instructions .................................................................................................................. 55
33.2Service schedules ..................................................................................................................... 55
33.3Proof of maintenance ................................................................................................................ 56
34Disposal & Recycling ........................................................................................................................ 56
35Re-use .............................................................................................................................................. 56
36Warranty ........................................................................................................................................... 57
37Liability .............................................................................................................................................. 57
38Appendix: Tightening torques, securing details and tools ................................................................ 58
39Appendix: Medical product passport / record of training .................................................................. 59
40Appendix: Hand-over certificate ....................................................................................................... 60
40.1Required compliance criteria to authorise use ......................................................................... 60
40.2Check list for training the user .................................................................................................. 61
41Appendix: Inspection lists .................................................................................................... ............. 62
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1 Preface
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on purchasing your new PRO
ACTIV product. You have bought a quality
product that has been especially customised to
meet your requirements. We have put together
some instructions about its proper and safe
use in the following document. Please read
these instructions before using the product.
These operating instructions refer to standard
components. If you have individual solutions or
non-standard components on your product,
your dealer or we at PRO ACTIV would be
happy to deal with any questions you may
have about handling it.
The TRAVELER 4all Ergo & 4you Ergo differ in
the options for individual design of the frame
geometry. The operating instructions are identical.
If you have any further questions about this or
any of our other products, we would be glad to
be at your disposal.
Enjoy your trips and the best possible mobility.
Your PRO ACTIV team
2 Legend
The symbols used in these operating instructions have the following meanings:
Manufacturer
Warnings, tips and safety instructions
Serial number
Additional information
Assembly instructions for the dealer (see
table of contents)
3 CE Declaration of Conformity /
other information
3.1 Classification
TRAVELER 4all Ergo & 4you Ergo folding
frame wheelchairs (referred to as a "product"
below) are classified as a class I product.
3.2 Declaration of Conformity
PRO ACTIV Reha-Technik GmbH declares in
the context of an individual declaration of conformity that the respective product has been
developed and manufactured according to the
relevant provisions of EC Directive 93/42/EEC
2007.
If the product is adapted in a manner that has
not been agreed by PRO ACTIV Reha-Technik
GmbH, this declaration becomes void.
3.3 Manufacturer
PRO ACTIV Reha-Technik GmbH
Im Hofstätt 11
D-72359 Dotternhausen
Tel. +49 7427 9480-0
Fax +49 7427 9480-7025
E-Mail: info@proactiv-gmbh.de
Web: www.proactiv-gmbh.com
4 Scope of delivery
The delivery includes the product configured in
accordance with the order, with operating instructions including record of training / handover certificate and inspection lists. You can
view the basic equipment in chapter "Technical
specifications". As per your order, the product
is equipped with additional recommended accessories, such as push handles, anti-tippers
and waist belt.
Please check that the delivery is complete after
you have received your product.
The product is tested to ensure it is completely
functional prior to delivery. If your product has
been damaged during transit, please contact
your dealer or PRO ACTIV immediately.
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5 Introduction
Before starting your journey, familiarise
yourself with these operating instructions paying particular attention to the safety information
and hazard warnings contained within them.
Let therapists and doctors advise you,
your carers and assistants on how to use the
product and what you are safe to do with the
product based on your current ability. Clarify
with them as well which wheelchair techniques
you can learn on the basis of your ability. Under no circumstances should you do anything
with or in the product that you have not learnt
to and have not mastered.
You, your carers and assistants should
also seek advice from your therapists and doctors as well as your specialist retailer on the
use and settings on your product as well as
available safety accessories (e.g. anti-tippers
and waist belt). It is then important that you
also follow this advice.
Overestimating your own ability or underestimating a dangerous situation or action with
the product can have serious consequences
for you and other people.
If you are not sure how to handle the
product or if technical faults occur, please contact your dealer or PRO ACTIV before using it.
Make sure that when combining your
product with equipment made by other manufacturers (e.g. seat cushion, drive devices,
etc.) that the serviceability of the individual
components and the unit made up of them is
ensured. You can get information on the suitability of a combination from the manufacturer
of the external components or from your specialist retailer.
6 Purpose
Using the product as intended is essentially
based on replacing the walking ability of a
person who has difficulty walking or cannot
walk on a paved path by driving with the
wheelchair as far as is technically feasible. In a
figurative sense, "walking" means walking
speed when using a wheelchair.
7 Acceptable usage and operating
conditions / places of use
Only use the product on paved surfaces. Avoid
driving on unpaved or loose surfaces (e.g. on
loose gravel, in sand, mud, snow, ice or
through deep puddles of water), as this may
result in incalculable risks.
The maximum permitted load of the product in
its standard design is a 120 kg payload. Individual customisation can be made to accommodate a higher load; this will be indicated on
the ratings plate. Please ensure that the load
limit indicated on the ratings plate is not exceeded, even when transporting objects and
carrying out strength exercises in the product.
8 Technical specifications
8.1 Product weight
The total weight starts from 11 kg with the
basic equipment.
8.2 Load weight
Maximum load weight:
Up to 120 kg payload
8.3 Obstacle height and turning circle
Maximum drive-over / negotiable obstacle
height: 10 cm
Turning circle:
approx. 1.3 m without manoeuvring back
and forth
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approx. 1.1 m with manoeuvring back and
forth (much dependent on the number of
manoeuvres)
8.4 Basic equipment & dimensions
In the basic equipment, the product is
equipped with seat and back system, side
sections, caster wheels, drive wheels including
tyres and handrims, knee lever brake and footrest.
Dimensions, TRAVELER 4all Ergo:
Seat width: 33-52 cm
Seat depth: 36-48 cm
Back height: 20-48 cm
Wheel camber: 1°, 4°, 6°
Back angle: Seat tube / back tube opening
angle 70°-95°
Dimensions, TRAVELER 4you Ergo:
Seat width: 33-48 cm
Seat depth: 36-48 cm
Back height: 20-48 cm
Wheel camber: 1°, 4°, 6°
Back angle: Seat tube / back tube opening
angle 70°-95°
8.5 Service life
The service life of the product is 6 years in
accordance with the medical products law.
9 Rating plate
The rating plate is located on the frame of the
product. The rating plate includes the precise
model, the serial number and other technical
specifications.
When contacting your dealer or PRO ACTIV
with regard to your product, please always
have the serial number and year of construction on the rating plate at hand.
The rating plate includes the following data:
Manufacturer
CE marking
Operating instruction present for the
product
Serial number
10 Commissioning
The product will be handed over to you ready
for use by a PRO ACTIV dealer or a field representative or by a product consultant from
PRO ACTIV.
You will be fully instructed in the use of the
product based on the operating instructions
included in delivery. If you wish (recommended
by PRO ACTIV), you will be presented with a
record of training and a hand-over certificate
as written evidence and in addition the operating instructions and any other accessories for
your own use. The form for the record of training and the hand-over certificate can be found
in chapters 39 and 40.
It is recommended that you take along an assistant to the training so that, if required, they
can assist you later when handling the product.
During the initial commissioning of the product,
drive at minimum speed and become accustomed to the driving characteristics of the
product. Always adapt the speed and driving
manoeuvres to match your own abilities and
external circumstances. You will get a feel for
how to use the product safely after a short
time. Before driving up or down slopes or hills
with the product, you should be proficient in the
safe handling of the product on the flat.
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11 Hand-over
The hand-over must be done by your dealer or
a field representative or by a product consultant from PRO ACTIV. During the hand-over,
the record of training (chapter 39) and the
hand-over certificate including the associated
check list (chapter 40) must be filled in. The
dealer should send a copy of the completed
documents to PRO ACTIV for filing either as a
scanned file via e-mail, by fax or in the post.
These documents are available as pdf files
which can be completed in the download area
at www.proactiv-gmbh.com
under the link
"more documents
>>".
12 Safety instructions – prior to
driving / use
When getting into the wheelchair, do not
tread on the footrests as this may tip the chair
over.
Before every trip, check the condition of
the wheels (e.g. visual inspection of the spokes
and rims, check the tyres for damage, foreign
bodies and crack formation). If you have any
doubts about the serviceability of the product,
stop using it.
Check tyre pressures at regular intervals.
Ensure that you comply with the manufacturer's specifications which can be found on
the tyres. Tyre pressure that is too low affects
the driving behaviour of the product and has a
negative effect on the braking efficiency.
Before starting out, check that the product's brake works. If all existing brakes are not
fully functional, no trips may be taken.
Every time before you use the product,
make sure that the folding mechanism is firmly
attached.
Check the stable condition of the seat and
back upholstery at regular intervals and in case
of doubt, have your dealer assess its condition.
Always ensure that your feet cannot slip
off the footrest when using the product, if necessary by using a special securing device.
Before using the product, ensure that the
anti-tippers are in the operating position and in
good working order. In this case, it must not be
possible to swivel the anti-tippers to the side
when in operating position without having to
unlock them first.
The lower edge of the anti-tipper wheels
may not be any more than 5 cm from the
ground. If a larger gap is required or necessary, then you need to work with your therapists and doctors to practice and learn to handle the increased risk of tipping.
Due to environmental effects, it is possible
that the properties and therefore secure attachment of the push handle covers may
change detrimentally. For this reason, it is
important to check the handles are tightly fitted
and fixed in position prior to use. If this should
no longer be the case, then the push handles
may not be used until they have been fixed
.
Every time before you use the product,
make sure that the anti-tippers and push handles are firmly attached and the quick-release
axles on the caster and drive wheels are also
securely locked in place.
Depending on the optional extras, the
product may have folding / closing mechanisms that pose a risk of crushing injuries (e.g.
trapping your fingers). For this reason, please
allow your specialist retailer to explain how to
work these mechanisms and then have a go
yourself under instruction.
If required, you can have a suitable waist
belt fitted to your product. Please make sure
that the waist belt is set up so that it does not
have any negative impact on breathing, does
not strangle you should you fall or tip out of the
product and that you can easily remove yourself.
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When travelling, always carry a repair kit
and tyre pump for repairs in event of punctured / flat tyre. A alternative to this is a pump
spray that fills your tyre with a foam that hardens in the tyre.
13 Safety instructions – while driv-
ing / using
Please note that some parts of your product can become extremely hot in at hot ambient temperatures (e.g. a sauna). This means
that above 50°C, the product may be damaged
and above 40°C there is already the risk of
burns for the user, which should not be underestimated, particularly for people with impaired
sensitivity. For this reason, the product should
not be exposed to such extreme temperatures.
PRO ACTIV cannot accept any liability or provide any warranty for personal injury and material damage caused by such stresses. There
are also certain risks that exist at extremely
low temperatures that must be minimised by
wearing appropriately insulating clothes for
example.
You may only drive on slopes where the
product can be safely controlled with the handrims.
Use particular caution when approaching
stairs, edges, drops or other hazard areas.
Due to the significantly high risk of tipping
over and being injured, the product should only
be driven on an escalator after participation in
a respective safety training and with an accompanying person for safety reasons.
When driving around a bend, reduce your
speed to a minimum.
Do not ride parallel to slopes due to the
risk of tipping.
Please note that the knee lever wheel lock
and the integrated brake that is fitted on your
product are parking brakes that may only be
applied when the product is at a standstill.
These are not service brakes that are suitable
for reducing speed.
Do not attach objects (carrier bags, etc.)
to the product.
Make sure that the passive illumination
(reflectors) are always on your product, are in
perfect condition and are clearly visible.
When driving on areas that are used by
pedestrians, observe the maximum permitted
speed (walking speed 6 km/h) and keep a
sufficient distance (if possible the width of a
wheelchair) from the kerbs or other obstacles
and other road users.
Avoid driving on unpaved or loose surfaces (e.g. on loose gravel, in sand, mud,
snow, ice or through deep puddles of water).
When travelling on poorly maintained
paths (e.g., large gravel, potholes) there is an
increased risk of puncturing your tyres as well
as tipping.
When travelling on poorly maintained
paths with potholes and loose stones, drive
carefully to try to prevent the caster wheels
from becoming locked.
If you encounter new driving situations
that are unknown to you approach them with
great care. If you consider that the risk is too
high, you must immediately abort the driving
manoeuvre and, if required, call for help to
assist you in extracting yourself from this situation.
The product can affect other devices, for
example theft protection barriers in department
stores.
The product is only designed to be used
to transport persons with limited mobility and
must not be used for any other purpose, e.g. to
transport goods.
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When reversing, the anti-tippers should
always be used as there is an increased risk of
tipping over. If this is not possible, then ask
other people to help ensure that there is no risk
of tipping over.
The product may only be propelled using
the handrims. If you drive propelling the chair
with the tyres (thumbs or fingers on the tread
of the tyre), there is the risk of crushing or otherwise injuring fingers and thumbs.
Do not reach into the area of the spokes or
other tight spaces in the vicinity of the wheels.
There is an increased risk of being injured
here, particularly while in motion. If you have
limited coordination of your limbs, then you
should protect the spokes with a spoke shield
for example to minimise the risks.
Smoking when riding is forbidden as the
seat and back system may be damaged from
ash which falls down.
14 Safety instructions regarding
obstacles
Obstacles like curbs, for example, should
always be negotiated driving forwards and
always using the minimum speed required.
The maximum obstacle height that can be
negotiated is 10 cm.
When driving over or passing obstacles, it
is important that you avoid any product or body
parts catching on the obstacle as this may lead
to falling causing serious injuries to the user
and third parties as well as damage to the
product.
Always drive over curbs or other obstacles
so that you cross them to the front or at right
angles. If you approach them at an angle, or
only have one rear wheel on the obstacle,
there is an increased risk of tipping over to the
side which can result in serious injuries to the
user and third-parties as well as damage to the
product.
If the product user needs to be transported over an obstacle, such as a step, and
there are suitable facilities such as a ramp or a
lift available, then these should be used. If
such facilities are not available, then the obstacle is to be overcome by being carried by
two helpers. When carrying the product, it may
not be lifted by the side sections, the drive
wheels or the footrests. We recommend holding the product on the frame and back cross
bar.
Before overcoming an obstacle (steps,
threshold, etc.) the anti-tippers need to be
swivelled from operating to passive position so
that they do not make contact with the step you
are trying to get over. Otherwise this could lead
to a serious fall. After overcoming the obstacle,
the anti-tippers need to be put back in operating position (chapter 25.1).
For overcoming obstacles such as kerb s
or steps, the product needs to be actively
tipped. The castor wheel may otherwise jam at
right angles to the obstacle and could block.
This could damage the caster wheel or the
caster fork and cause injury. If actively tipping
it is not possible, then the obstacle should not
be approached or you need to request assistance from an accompanying person. Particular attention needs to be paid to this when
using an auxiliary drive.
15 Safety instructions regarding
dangerous locations and dangerous situations
The operator of the product determines the
route to be driven taking the operating instructions, their driving knowledge and physical
abilities into consideration.
The personal driving skills are particularly important in the following dangerous locations
which are provided as examples; the product's
user must use their judgement before driving in
such locations:
quay walls, landing and berthing locations,
paths and locations close to water, unse-
cured bridges and dykes.
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narrow paths, slopes (e.g. ramps and
driveways), narrow paths on a slope,
mountainous routes.
narrow and / or steeply sloping paths along
main roads or near cliffs.
routes that are covered in leaves, snow or
ice.
ramps and lifting equipment on vehicles.
When driving in a circle or turning on hills
or downward slopes, there may be an increased tendency to tip over to the side due to
the changes in the centre of gravity. Always
perform these driving manoeuvres with increased caution and only at slow speed. If
required, the driving manoeuvre must not be
performed or only with the help of an assistant.
When crossing main roads, intersections
and level crossings, extreme caution is
needed. Crossing rails in the road or at level
crossings must never be undertaken when
travelling parallel to them, as otherwise the
wheels could become caught which would
result in the product being unable to manoeuvre.
When driving on ramps and lifting equipment on vehicles, extreme caution is needed.
When lifting or lowering a ramp or lifting
equipment, the parking brake of the product
should be applied.
The grip of the tyres on the ground is reduced in the wet. There is an increased risk of
slipping. Adjust your driving, braking and steering behaviour accordingly.
16 Safety instructions – after driv-
ing / use
Apply the parking brake before getting out
of the product.
When getting out of the wheelchair, do not
tread on the footrest due to the risk of tipping
over.
17 Folding mechanism
17.1 Folding and stowing dimensions
To fold the product, remove the seat cushion
and then unlock the folding mechanism by
pulling on the cord attached to the middle of
the folding mechanism. Now unlock the back
cross bar by pushing the back cross bar
downwards in the middle.
Figure 1: Cord for the folding mechanism
Figure 2: Back cross bar unlocked
Now unlock the folding mechanism by pulling
on the cord in the middle on the folding
mechanism. Fold the product by pulling out the
seat upholstery upwards and by pressing the
product together on the sides.
Cord
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Figure 3: Stowing dimensions after folding together
and folding down the backrest
To unfold the product, press against the front
of the middle section of the folding mechanism
until you feel the folding mechanism engaging.
Then pull the back cross bar upwards until it
locks in its standard position.
Figure 4: Back cross bar in the standard position
To achieve the smallest possible stowing
dimension of the product, proceed as follows:
1. Remove the seat cushion
2. Remove the clothing guard (chapter 21.2)
3. Fold down the backrest (chapter 19.1.3)
4. Unlock the back cross bar (as de scribed at
the beginning)
5. Unlock the folding mechanism (as de-
scribed at the beginning)
6. Remove the footrest (chapter 24.2)
7. Fold the product together by pressing the
sides together and pulling the seat and
back padding upwards.
8. Remove the caster forks (for the quickrelease axle, chapter 23.3.2)
9. Remove the drive wheels (chapter 22.1 )
Figure 5: Smallest stowing dimension after removing
the component groups that are removable without
tools
To make the product usable again, proceed
in the reverse order:
1. Install the drive wheels (chapter 22.1 )
2. Install the caster forks (for the quickrelease axle, chapter 23.3.2)
3. Fold the product open by pulling apart on
the sides
4. Install the footrest (chapter 24.2)
5. Lock the folding mechanism
6. Pull the back cross bar upwards until it
locks in its standard position
7. Angle adjustment of the backrest (chapter
19.1.3)
8. Install the clothing guard (chapter 21.2)
9. Insert the seat cushi on
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17.2 Folding in or passing through
narrow spaces
To pass through narrow spaces that are just a
few centimetres too small for your product, you
have the option of making your product smaller
by approx. 5 to 10 cm while sitting in it. To do
so, unlock the back cross bar and the folding
mechanism (chapter 17.1). Due to the weight
of your body acting on the seat upholstery, it
pulls itself together a little. Moreover, by active
shaking and shifting your weight alternately to
the right and left and by pressing on the handrims at the same time, the product's size is
reduced even more.
Lock the folding mechanism again after you
have passed through narrow space (chapter
17.1). The seat upholstery must be relieved for
this purpose.
17.3 Safety instructions
After passing through narrow space (folding in) and before using the product after being
folded together, the folding mechanism must
be properly locked again (chapter 17.1), otherwise the backrest and the footrest will have
lateral play.
Sand, dirt and salt may make the folding
mechanism sluggish or render it inoperable.
For this reason, make sure that is cleaned
regularly according to chapter 32.
If the folding mechanism has jammed or
does not function correctly, you should contact
your specialist retailer or PRO ACTIV before
using it again.
18 Individual setting options
18.1 Adapting the seating height at the
back
The product is equipped with an axle plate that
permits a seat height adjustment in steps of 1
cm.
Figure 6: Wheel plate for rear seat height adjustment
In order to adjust the seat height, first remove
the drive wheels via the quick-release axles
(see chapter 22.1) and turn the product around
so that you have direct access to the wheel
plates. Then proceed as follows:
1. Open the aluminium locking nuts (AF
41 mm) on both sides and keep turning
them out on the drive wheel bushings until
the position gate positioned underneath it
can be pushed out of the wheel plates onto
the drive wheel bushings.
Figure 7: Aluminium locking nuts and drive wheel
bushing
Figure 8: Position gate
Drive wheel bushing
Aluminium locking nuts
Position gate
Wheel
plate
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Figure 9: Different position gates depending on the
equipment of the product and user weight
Figure 10: Aluminium locking nuts and position gate
pushed onto the drive wheel bushing
2. Position the axle tube to the desired and
equal height on both sides and fix the axle
tube in this position using the position
gates by pushing the position gates on the
right and left sides to the corresponding
height position of the wheel plates.
Figure 11: Axle tube fixed with position gate
3. Position the aluminium locking nuts back
onto the drive wheel bushings in such a
manner that these rest slightly against the
position gate and then set the drive wheel
track correctly (see chapter 22.2).
When changing the rear seat height each time:
the wheel track of the drive wheels must
be checked and readjusted if necessary
(see chapter 22.2).
the brakes must be readjusted (see chap-
ter 26).
the caster wheel axle must be readjusted
(see chapter 23.4).
the backrest angle may have to be reposi-
tioned (see chapter 19.1.3).
make sure the clearance under the footrest
is sufficient. Experience shows that this
should not be less than 4 cm (see chapter
24).
if necessary, the height of the anti-tipping
support may have to be readjusted (see
chapter 25.3).
Position gate pushed onto
the drive wheel bushing
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18.2 Adjusting the seat height at the
front / angle of seat
If the seat height has to be adjusted, the angle
of the seat or the front seat height can be adjusted. This setting is carried out via the position of the caster wheels in the caster wheel
fork and the caster fork size.
18.2.1 Adapting by positioning the caster
wheels in the caster fork
Adaptations of the front seat height or angle of
seat can be carried out via the positioning of
the caster wheel in the caster fork. Generally,
the caster wheel forks have three possible
positions that can be used to change the front
seat height in steps of 15 mm.
If the angle of seat has to be increased or
the front seat height increased, the caster
wheel is mounted in the caster fork in a
lower position.
If the angle of seat has to be reduced or
the front seat height decreased, the caster
wheel is mounted in the caster fork in a
higher position.
Figure 12: Three positions in the caster fork for
positioning the caster wheel and its effect on the
front seat height
The instructions for disassembly and assembly
of the caster wheels can be found in chapter
23.1.
18.2.2 Adaptation by replacing the caster
fork
If the adjustment range of the caster fork present is insufficient, you can use the next longer
or shorter one.
In doing so, the bottom position of the fork size
1 is equivalent to the top position of fork size 2
and the bottom position of fork size 2 to the top
position of fork size 3.
Figure 13: Caster fork sizes with marking of the
same seat height settings with different caster fork
sizes
The instructions for replacing the caster forks
can be found in chapter 23.3.
Top position
Middle position
Bottom
p
osition
Angle of
seat / front
seat height
increase
Angle of
seat / front
seat height
reduce
Size 3
185 mm
Size 2
155 mm
Size 1
125 mm
125 mm
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18.2.3 General instructions
When changing the angle of seat or front seat
height each time:
the wheel track of the drive wheels must
be checked and readjusted if necessary
(see chapter 22.2).
the caster wheel axle must be readjusted
(see chapter 23.4).
the backrest angle may have to be reposi-
tioned (see chapter 19.1.3).
make sure the clearance under the footrest
is sufficient. Experience shows that this
should not be less than 4 cm (see chapter
24).
if necessary, the height of the anti-tipping
support may have to be readjusted (see
chapter 25.3).
18.3 Adjusting the tipping point
An optimum tipping property of the product is
reached when the axle mount of the drive
wheels is close to the body centre of gravity. A
product adjusted like this can be driven with
little effort and it also makes it possible to
manage a slightly uneven surface or edges by
tipping slightly. Driving on both drive wheels
(doing a wheelie) is relatively easy to learn.
Inexperienced wheelchair users are prevented
from tipping over backwards by anti-tippers.
In any case, the setting should be made to suit
the wheelchair user's individual requirements
and abilities to ensure safe operation.
18.3.1 Terms, inlets and folding mechanism middle section
The tipping point is set by changing the horizontal position of the wheel plate on the top
and bottom frame tube. The wheel plate on the
top and bottom frame tube is installed using
four M6 fixing screws and two inlets in the
frame tubes.
Figure 14: Inlets and wheel plate (view from the
inner side of the product)
Figure 15: M6 fixing screws of the wheel plate (view
from the inner side of the product)
A long inlet is always used in the top frame
tube, which is fixed using the screws for the
seat upholstery.
A short inlet is used in the bottom frame
tube.
Inlet in the bottom frame tube
Wheel
plate
M6 fixing screws
Inlet in the top
frame tube
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Figure 16: Long and short inlet with wheel plate
The short inlet has a M6 thread (AF 5 mm) in
the end surface.
Figure 17: Short inlet with thread in the end surface
Because the folding mechanism is fixed to the
wheel plate, the length of the middle section
of the folding mechanism must also be adjusted when setting the tipping point.
Figure 18: Folding mechanism middle section (view
from below)
18.3.2 Adaptation via horizontal positioning of the wheel plate
In order to adjust the tipping position, first remove the drive wheels via the quick-release
axles (see chapter 22.1) and turn the product
around so that you have direct access to the
wheel plates. Then proceed as follows:
1. This step affects the fixing of the inlets:
The long inlet in the top frame tube
is
screwed tight by the screws of the seat
upholstery and therefore does not have to
be fixed.
The short inlet in the bottom frame tube
is
not fixed. Therefore, remove the tube plugs
on both sides and turn the long M6 screws
into the thread of the inlet in the frame from
the rear to fix the inlet and to be able to
move it into position afterwards during the
adjustment. These inlets must be moved
into position during the adjustment as they
must be positioned directly behind the
wheel plates.
The tube plugs are inserted very tight
and must be removed using a screwdriver
or a knife.
Figure 19: Short inlet with M6 screw screwed in
(outside the frame for better illustration)
2. Remove the four M6 fixing screws (AF
5 mm) on both wheel plates.
Short inlet
Long inlet
Wheel plate
Thread
Folding mechanism middle section
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Figure 20: M6 fixing screws of the wheel plate (view
from the inner side of the product)
3. To be able to reposition the wheel plates,
the length of the folding mechanism middle
section must be adapted. To adjust the
length of the folding mechanism middle
section, the M6 clamp screw is loosened.
Figure 21: M6 clamp screw of the folding mechanism middle section (the folding mechanism middle
section is shown as a separate part for better illustration)
Now the clamp is pushed forwards (in the
forward direction) so that the cylinder pin
becomes visible.
Figure 22: Clamp pushed forwards and cylinder pin
visible (the folding mechanism middle section is
shown as a separate part for better illustration)
Now remove the cylinder pin. Then the
length of the folding mechanism middle
section can be adjusted by pulling or pushing.
Figure 23: Cylinder pin removed (the folding
mechanism middle section is shown as a separate
part for better illustration)
4. Now set the wheel plates at the desired
tipping position on both sides of the frame.
Take care that the wheel plates on the
right and left sides are installed at the
same tipping point position.
Using the long M6 screws that you have
previously screwed into the thread from the
rear, you have to position the short inlet in
the bottom frame tube accurately behind
the wheel plates so that the tipping point
positions in the frame and thread in the
inlet rest accurately against one another.
5. Then fix both wheel plates again, each
with four M6 fixing screws and tighten
these slightly (2 Nm).
6. Now the length of the folding mechanism
middle section must be properly adjusted.
Figure 24: Adjusted length of the folding mechanism
middle section (the folding mechanism middle section is shown as a separate part for better illustration)
M6 fixing screws
M6 clamp screw
Cylinder pin
Clamp
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The length is properly adjusted when the
folding arms are precisely aligned:
Figure 25: Folding arms aligned with correct length
adjustment of the folding mechanism middle section
(bottom view)
Then the new length of the folding mechanism middle section is fixed. For this purpose, insert the cylinder pin in the new position and push the clamp over the cylinder
pin so that this is located in the middle under the recess of the clamp. Then tighten
the M6 clamp screws to 7 Nm torque again
and secure them with thread lock fluid.
7. With the shorter inlets in the bottom frame
tube, now you can remove the long M6
screws from the threads of the inlets and
reinsert the tube plugs at the ends of the
frame.
8. Then tighten each of the four M6 fixing
screws on the wheel plates to 10 Nm and
check the functioning of the folding
mechanism.
After each change to the tipping point:
the wheel track of the drive wheels must
be checked and readjusted if necessary
(see chapter 22.2).
the caster wheel axle must be readjusted
(see chapter 23.4).
the brakes must be readjusted (see chap-
ter 26).
Extreme settings, such as drive wheels
mounted far to the front is only permitted for
users with advanced wheelchair skills that are
able to exercise an active weight shift to the
front.
In order to minimise the risk of tipping to
the rear, we recommend the use of anti-tipping
supports, even with anti-tipping device settings.
19 Back system
Avoid falling into the seating and back
padding as the risk of an adjustment, falling or
a defect is increased significantly.
19.1 Backrest angle
19.1.1 Notes on the sitting posture
For a good sitting posture, we recommend
positioning the backrest vertical to the ground,
where possible.
With low backrest with adaptable belt cover
due to a disability, under certain circumstances, it may also be a benefit for a good
sitting stability to slightly tilt the backrest to the
front and to slacken the top belt of the back
padding so that the slack in the upper area is
greater (see chapter 19.2).
The adjustment possibility of the backrest angle supports active sitting and ensures for
flexibility of the wheelchair user. An example in
the following:
if the angle of the seat has been changed
(see chapter 18.2), the angle of the back-
rest can be respectively readjusted.
When driving on slopes and when trans-
porting baggage (e.g., backpacks) on the
backrest, the centre of gravity shifts more
to the rear and the risk of tipping in-
creases. Then this can be countera ct ed by
a respective angle adjustment of the back-
rest to the front.
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For comfortable seating, the backrest can
be locked in a position to the rear so that
the backrest is tilted slightly back.
19.1.2 Adjustment range
On equipment of the product with a backrest
with angle adjustment, the inclination of the
backrest can be locked in 7 positions.
For safety reasons, the adjustment range of
the backrest is limited by a stop pin when supplied. The stop pin allows a maximum inclination of 7° to the rear from a vertical position.
Figure 26: Stop pin
Observe that the centre of gravity is
shifted further to the rear by the enlargement of
the angle between the backrest and the seat
system and thus, the tipping point of the product is reached much sooner.
19.1.3 Adjusting the backrest angle or
folding down the backrest
To adjust the backrest angle, relieve this
(otherwise there is a risk of tipping) and then
loosen the locking pin that engage in the locking holes of the side section on the left and
right. For this purpose, grasp under the seat
upholstery and in the middle, pull the cord to
the front that is linked to the locking pin.
Figure 27: Locking pin connected to the cord (bottom view)
Figure 28: Locking pin engages in the locking hole
in the side section (view from the outer side)
Figure 29: Cord for operating the locking pin and
thus for adjusting the angle of the backrest
If you have released both locking pins by pulling on the cord, you can adjust the backrest as
desired and re-engage it by letting go of the
cord. In doing so, before applying load again,
make sure that both locking pins have engaged safely into the desired locking holes (the
same position on the right and left).
Cord for the
backrest
Locking pin
Locking pin
pull in the
middle to
the front
Stop pin
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Depending on the adjustment of the backrest angle, check the tight engagement of the
backrest via the locking pins.
To fold down the backrest, pull on the middle
of the cord towards the front, and at the same
time, fold the backrest downwards until it rests
on the seating area. If you want to return the
backrest back to the desired angle, proceed as
described at the beginning.
19.2 Adjustable back padding & their
adjustment options
The back system "Adjustable back padding"
comprises one belt system and one back upholstery. The slack of the backrest can be
adapted to the individual requirements via the
belts with tensioning loops.
First remove the back upholstery that has been
covered over which has been attached using
hook-and-loop straps. The belt system located
underneath has been set in the factory that the
top and the bottom belts have a slack of
approx. 2 cm. The middle belt has been pulled
tight for a good lumbar support.
Figure 30: Belt system of the adaptable back padding with three belts
To adjust the slack in the belt system, the
tensioning loops of the respective belt are held
on their strap and pressed (strongly) to the
right until the belt slackens.
Figure 31: Pull the tensioning loop to the right on its
strap
Figure 32: Tensioning loop open completely
Now the belt can be pulled tight for setting a
small slack or loosened for a large slack (Fig.
33 and 34). The belt does not have to be
threaded out of the tensioning loops for this.
Figure 33: Reduce the slack
top belt
bottom belt
middle belt
Tensioning loop with strap
Pull to
the right
Pull the rear loop part to the left:
Reduce the slack
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Figure 34: Increase the slack
In order to put the tensioning loops back onto
the back system loosely again, pull the loop
section at the back to the left. You should dose
your pulling force with care in order not to adjust the set slack again.
Figure 35: Re-apply the tensioning loops back on
the back system
Figure 36: Tensioning loops applied slightly to the
back system
Then re-mount the back upholstery using the
fleece hook-and-loop straps.
If the belt should have mistakenly been
threaded out during the adjustment, see the
following figures for threading the belt in correctly:
Figure 37: Step 1: Threading in the belt
Figure 38: Step 2: Threading in the belt
Figure 39: Step 3: Pulling the belt through
Pull to the left:
Increase the slack
Pull the rear loop part
to the left
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Figure 40: Step 4: Simple threading in of the belt
through the tensioning loops
The belts must always be threaded
through the tensioning loops twice, otherwise
the belts will slacken when using the product,
and with heavy loads, the middle web of the
tensioning loops will sag strongly.
Figure 41: Step 5: Returning the belt through the
tensioning loop to obtain the required "double passage"
Figure 42: Step 6: Pulling the belt through for the
double passage
Figure 43: Step 7: Double passage
Figure 44: Step 8: Threading in the belt
Figure 45: Step 9: Threading in the belt
19.3 Ergonomic back shell & its setting
options
The back system "Ergonomic back shell" comprises an aluminium shell, Velcro cross-straps
and a back padding.
There is already a slack integrated in the back
shell due to the shape of the back shell. Nothing can be adjusted here.
However, lumbar support can be achieved
using three Velcro cross-straps. For this purpose, the back padding is removed over the
Velcro straps. Now the cross-straps can be
tensioned to the respective individual requirements by undoing and reapplying the Velcro
strap system.
Leave the loops
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Figure 46: Ergonomic back shell (view from behind)
Then mount the back upholstery using the
Velcro straps.
Figure 47: Ergonomic back shell without back padding with Velcro cross-straps
To fold the product, the back shell must be
removed. To remove the back shell, pull the
release lever of the locking clamp upwards and
at the same time, press the back shell forwards.
Figure 48: Locking clamp for the back shell and
release lever
To install the back shell, it is pushed onto the
back tubes and guided into the plug-on mount
on the back joint on both sides. During this
procedure, pull the back shell towards the rear
so that the locking clamp of the back shell
engages on the back cross bar.
Figure 49: Back tubes and back cross bar
Figure 50: Plug-on mount clamp for the back shell
20 Seat system
Avoid falling into the seating and back
padding / back shell as it significantly
increases the risk of misadjustment, falling
down or defects.
The seat system generally consists of a belt
system. This can be adjusted subsequently.
Using the fleece hook-and-loop straps, the
slack in the seating surface can be changed so
that it suits your seat cushion system. I n doing
so, the seat tension should not have too much
slack to avoid touching the folding mechanism.
Velcro cross-straps
Release lever for
the locking clamp
Locking clamp for
the back she
ll
Plug-on mount
clamp for the back
shell
Back cross bar
Back tubes
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Figure 51: Open belt system with fleece hook-andloop straps for adjusting the slack
It is mandatory to use a seat cushion on
the seating system. At cold temperatures, the
seat cushion prevents lower abdomens from
undercooling and protects against dirt and
wetness. Moreover, the cushion ensures uniform pressure distribution for your bottom and
absorbs impacts as well as vibrations.
21 Clothing guard
21.1 Overview of terms
Figure 52: Back jointed shaft
Figure 53: Clothing guard removed from the product
Figure 54: Clothing guard mounted on the product
(without drive wheel)
Figure 55: Side section mount, bolted
21.2 Removal and attachment of the
clothing guard
For removing the clothing guard, first this is
"bolted side section mount" at the front and
then pulled from the back joint shaft from behind.
Figure 56: Clothing guard pulled out of the "bolted
side section mount" to the front
Back jointed shaft
Back jointed
shaft
Side section
mount, bolted
Mount for "side section
mount, bolted"
Recess for
"back jointed shaft“
Front side section
mount
Rear side section
mount
Side section mount, bolted
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For attaching the clothing guard, first this is
attached to the back joint shaft with the rear
side section mount and then the front side
section mount is inserted in the "bolted side
section mount".
Figure 57: Rear side section mount attached to the
back joint shaft
21.3 Adjusting the clothing guard position
After adjusting the drive wheel position, an
adaptation of the clothing guard position to the
wheel arch is also necessary. The distance
between the tyres and the clothing guard
should be between 5 and 8 mm to avoid pinching your fingers, scraping the tyres on the
clothing guard, and obstruction when grasping
the handrim.
To adjust the clothing guard position, loosen
the four M5 fixing screws (AF 3 mm) from the
clothing guard mount on each of the clothing
protection guards.
Figure 58: Clothing guard mount
Figure 59: M5 fixing screws and slots in the side
section mounts
Now the front and back side section mounts
can be positioned along the slots in the clothing protection guard and the side section
mounts. In doing so, ensure that the side section mounts can be smoothly inserted back
onto the back jointed shaft and into the side
section mounts.
Then the clothing guard mounts are positioned
accordingly and the M5 fixing screws are
screwed back into the clothing guard mount
with 4 Nm.
Figure 60: Slots of the clothing guard
21.4 Adjusting the force required for
removing and installing
To make the removal and installation of the
clothing guard easier or more difficult, adjustments can be made on the "bolted side section
mount". In doing so, there are three options for
adjusting the intensity of the pulling or pressing
force required for removing and installing the
clothing guard.
Slots of the clothing guard
M5 fixing screws
Clothing
guard mount
Slots of the side
section mount
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Figure 61: M6 pressure piece bolted into the basic
body of the side section mount
If the front side section mount has too much or
too little play in the bolted side section mount,
it can be readjusted using the M6 pressure
piece in the basic body of the side section
mount. To reduce the play in the front side
section mount, screw the M6 pressure piece
(AF 3 mm) in a little more by turning to the
right. To increase the play, proceed in the reverse order.
Figure 62: Back side of the spring suspended pressure piece with slot
Figure 63: Front side of the spring suspended pressure piece with ball
If the effort required for removing or installing
the clothing guard is still too easy or difficult
after carrying out the previous adjustment,
another setting can be carried out via the
spring suspended pressure pieces. Screw in
the "M6 spring suspended pressure pieces"
(AF 3 mm) using a slotted screwdriver (on the
back side of the basic body of the side section
mount) (Fig. 64) a little bit more (to the right) so
that they are protrude further out of the basic
body of the side section mount (Fig. 65) to
achieve a stronger required effort when removing and installing.
To reduce the effort required when removing
and installing, screw out the "M6 spring suspended pressure pieces" a little bit more (to
the left) so that they protrude a little bit less out
of the basic body of the side section mount.
Figure 64: M6 spring suspended pressure piece
screwed into the basic body of the side section
mount (view from the inner side of the product)
Figure 65: Front side of the spring suspended pressure piece visible (top view)
Side section mount basic body
Side section mount basic body
M6 pressure
piece
M6 spring suspended pressure piece
visible on the basic body of the side
section mount
Side section
mount, bolted
M6 spring suspended pressure piece
screwed into the basic body of the
side section mount
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As a last option for adjusting the effort required
when removing and installing the clothing
guard, slightly unscrew the M5 fixing screws
(AF 4 mm) and pull the "bolted side section
mount" along their slots a little further away
from the basic body of the side section mount
or press them a little closer towards the basic
body of the side section mount.
Figure 66: Side section mount bolted to the basic
body of the side section mount with slots and M5
fixing screws (bottom view).
21.5 Clothing guard size
The clothing guard is available in three different sizes. The dimensions of the wheel arches
differentiate with the different sizes:
Aluminium: 30 mm (Size 1), 36 mm (Size
2), 46 mm (Size 3)
Carbon: 30 mm (Size 1), 36 mm (Size 2),
42 mm (Size 3)
Figure 67: Dimensions of the wheel arches
The size of the clothing guard can be read-off
the notches on the bottom edge of the clothing
guard. One notch means size 1, two notches
mean size 2 and three notches mean size 3.
Figure 68: Size marking on the clothing guard
After changing to a wider tyre size or after
changing the wheel camber, it may be necessary to change to another clothing guard size.
Where required, such a change may be arranged by your dealer.
22 Drive wheels
Recommendation: The spoke guard prevents hands and fingers entering and being
trapped in the wheels when riding. The risk of
injury is thus minimised.
Figure 69: Spoke guard for minimising the risk of
hands and fingers getting trapped
Size marking for size 2
Dimensions of the wheel arches
M5 fixing screws in the
"bolted side section mount"
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22.1 Removing and attaching the drive
wheels
Figure 70: Locking knob of the quick-release axle in
the middle of the wheel axle
To remove the drive wheels grip through the
spokes around the wheel hub with your fingers.
By pressing the locking knob in the middle of
the wheel axle with your thumb, the wheels
can then be removed.
When attaching the drive wheels, the locking
knobs must be pressed and the drive wheels
with quick-release axle must be inserted in the
drive wheel bushings. When doing this, special
attention should be paid to ensure that the
locking knob springs out again after attaching
the wheel, as otherwise the wheels are not
properly secured. You will know this if you can
see the index groove.
Figure 71: Quick-release axle with index groove
Before using the product, check if the
wheels are secured and that the quick-release
axles are locked.
22.2 Checking and adjusting the wheel
tracking of the drive wheel
Well adjusted wheel tracking significantly improves the easy running characteristics of the
product. To check the tracking, proceed as
follows:
Position the product on a level surface and
secure the product against rolling away.
Measure the axle heights (from the ground to
the drive wheel axle) and write this dimension
onto both tyres at front and back.
Figure 72: Drawing the axle height on the front and
back of both tyres
Afterwards measure the distance between the
drive wheels front and back at the height of
the axles along the markers. Ideally, the distance between the two drive wheels should be
the same size at the front and back. In general
it can be said that the distance between the
drive wheels at the front may not be larger than
at the back. Apart from that, the distance at the
back may not be more than 5 mm larger that at
the front. If this is not the case, the wheel
tracking needs to be corrected.
•
Drawing the axle height onto tyres
Axle height
Locking knob of the quick-release axle
Index groove
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Figure 73: Distance between the markers on the
tyres (at axle height), back
To adjust the track proceed as follows:
1. Loosen the aluminium locking nuts on both
sides (AF 41 mm).
Figure 74: Drive wheel bushing and aluminium locking nut (bottom view)
2. Correctly adjust the track by turning the
drive wheel bushing (AF 22 mm). Here it
can be said that: If you turn the drive wheel
bushing in the direction of travel, the track
at the front will become more narrow. If
you turn against the direction of travel, the
behaviour is exactly the opposite and the
track opens.
3. Make sure that the distance at the front to
the frame on the right and left is the same.
Figure 75: Distance at the front to the frame
4. Measure the distance between the drive
wheels at the front and back again at the
axle height (along the markers) so that the
distance between the rive wheels is not
any larger at the front than at the back.
Apart from that, the distance at the back
may not be more than 5 mm larger that at
the front.
Figure 76: Distance between the markers on the
tyres (at axle height), back
5. If all the distances are correct, then use an
open-ended spanner (AF 22 mm) to hold
the running wheel bushing in position and
tighten the aluminium locking nut (AF
41 mm) with a tightening torque of 70 Nm.
22.3 Wheel camber
The wheel camber increases the lateral stability of the product but also increases the overall
width of the product.
The wheel camber will be carried out according
to the order and can be subsequently changed
by replacing the drive wheel bushings (with
integrated wheel camber). If you want to make
Markings
Distance
Aluminium locking nuts
Drive wheel bushing
Distance at front to
frame the same
size on both sides
Markings
Distance
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a change to the wheel camber, please contact
your dealer or PRO ACTIV.
22.4 Air pressure
Check the tyre inflation pressure at regular
intervals as well as after extreme influence of
temperature. The maximum and if applicable,
minimum tyre pressure is printed on the side of
the tyre.
If the tyre pressure is too low, then optimal
functionality of the knee lever brake is not ensured. Apart from that, there is an increased
risk of a flat tyre.
The tyre pressure increase with the temperature. If the pressure is too high, the tyre
may burst. For this reason, product tyres may
not be exposed to unusually high temperatures
such as in a sauna or under glass in the summer.
22.5 Wheelbase extension
Figure 77: Overview of terms
Figure 78: Actuating cable
Figure 79: Wheelchair axle (view from the inner side
of the product)
Figure 80: Pin torque support mounted on the product (view from the side without drive wheel)
For attaching the wheelbase extension, pull
the actuating cable and keep it in this position.
Guide the front mouth underneath the wheelchair axle and insert this on both sides on the
"Pin torque support". Now lift the wheelbase
extension until the rear mouth surrounds both
sides of the wheelchair axle. The actuating
cable can then be released. Now the wheelbase extension is fixed tight.
Figure 81: Wheelbase extension attached (view
from the side without drive wheel)
Front mouth
Axle of the wheelbase extension
Actuating cable
Rear mouth
Pin torque support
Front mouth on the
"Pin torque support"
Wheelchair axle
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Figure 82: Wheelbase extension attached (view
from the inner side of the product)
For removing the wheelbase extension, pull
the actuating cable and keep it in this position.
Release the rear mouth from the wheelchair
axle on both sides by moving the wheelbase
extension down slightly. Then pull the front
mouth from the "Pin torque support" on both
sides. The actuating cable can now be released.
For changing the drive wheels between the
wheelchair axle and the axle of the wheelbase
extension, see chapter 22.1.
22.6 Other
If tyres, inner tubes or handrims need to be
replaced, please contact your specialist retailer.
23 Caster wheels
23.1 Replacing the caster wheels
For the disassembly a caster wheel, unscrew
the M6 axle fixing screw (AF 4 mm) on one
side.
Figure 83: M6 axle fixing screw on caster wheel axle
Figure 84: Caster wheel with aluminium axle
Now you can see the aluminium axle with a
hexagon socket (AF 4 mm) in the middle of the
axle. This hexagon socket is used to fix the
axle in place, while the second axle fitting
screw (AF 4 mm) is unscrewed. To do this,
insert an Allen key (AF 4 mm) into the hexagon
socket on the aluminium axle and hold it still.
At the same time, unscrew the remaining M6
axle fixing screw (AF 4 mm) on the other side.
Now the caster wheel can be removed from
the fork. One spacer each is mounted to the
right and left on the caster wheel that you are
now able to remove in order for it to be reused
later when reinstalling the new caster wheel. In
case you want to install a different type of
caster wheel, use the enclosed spacers as
these generally differ from one caster wheel to
another.
Aluminium axle with
hexagon socket
M6 axle fixing screws
Rear mouth on the wheelchair axle
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Figure 85: Spacer on the caster wheel
When attaching the caster wheel, proceed as
described above in reverse order. Please
make sure that the spacers on the right and left
on the caster wheel are re-installed in the
caster fork before assembly. The tightening
torque of the axle fixing screws (AF 4 mm) is
7 Nm. We recommend that you only use
screws with polymer dry locking coating.
Screws without polymer dry locking coating
must be secured with screw locking fluid.
23.2 Caster wheels flapping
Uncontrolled swivelling backwards and forwards of the caster wheels around their axes
on the caster fork (while moving) is called "fluttering".
If the caster wheels start fluttering, then
immediately reduce the speed you are travelling at to avoid the caster wheels jamming
sideways so as to avoid the risk of falling over.
The speed limit at which a caster wheel can
start fluttering, reduces with:
increasing size of the caster wheels
increase weight of the caster wheels
falling load on the caster wheels
decreasing caster length of caster wheels
The following options are available to counteract caster fluttering:
Fluttering can be reduced by reducing the
caster wheel diameter. This means install-
ing a small caster wheel in a different
wheel position in the caster wheel fork
(seat height thus remains the same) would
be one way of reducing fluttering. However, please note that using a smaller
caster wheel makes it more difficult to
overcome obstacles and makes tipping
necessary more often. The smaller the
caster wheel is, the more driving skill is required.
Another way to reduce fluttering would be
e.g. to use a light caster wheel with the
same diameter or, as described above,
with a smaller diameter.
Figure 86: Caster length
It would also be possible to increase the
caster length. The caster length is the distance between the rotary axle of the caster
wheel fork projected onto the floor and the
wheel contact point. The wheel contact
point of the caster wheel trails so to speak
behind the rotary axle. The caster length
has a stabilizing effect on moving in a
straight line. Increasing the caster length
can be attained by mounting the caster
Spacer
Caster wheel for rotary axle
Wheel contact
point
Caster length
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wheel in a different wheel position on the
caster wheel fork (in doing so, the front
seat height or the angel of the seat
changes, see chapter 18.2). Another op-
tion would be to tilt the caster wheel axle
(see chapter 23.4) from the vertical posi-
tion in the lower area in the direction of
travel. The inclination of the caster wheel
axle can be adjusted up to approx. 4 mm
over the length of the caster wheel bearing
block from the vertical position. This in-
creases the castor length and the tendency
to vibrate reduces.
Figure 87: Increased castor length via the inclination
of the caster wheel for rotary axle
23.3 Replacing the caster wheel forks
A distinction needs to be made between the
caster wheel forks with a screwed axle and
those with a quick-release axle.
23.3.1 Caster fork with screwed axle
To remove the caster fork with screwed
axle, first the aluminium cap on the caster
wheel bearing block must be removed. In order
to release the cap, you can run under the cap
using a commercially available cutter knife and
lift slightly at several points. Then the M12 nut
(AF 19 mm) is loosened using, e.g., an AF
19 mm socket. Now the caster wheel for rotary
axle can be pulled out from under the caster
wheel bearing block.
Figure 88: Aluminium cap
Figure 89: Aluminium cap removed and M12 nut
visible
To assemble the caster fork with screwed
axle, this is inserted into the caster wheel
bearing block with the caster wheel for rotary
axle. Then the M12 nut (AF 19 mm) is tightened again to 3 Nm and secured with thread
lock fluid. Then the aluminium cap is pressed
back onto the caster wheel bearing block.
M12 nut
Aluminium cap
Wheel contact
point
max.
4 mm
Increased castor length
Caster wheel for rotary axle tilted
maximum in the direction of travel
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For the rotary axle to run smoothly, the M12
nut must not be tightened to more than 3 Nm.
In case more sluggishness is desired, this can
be achieved using a higher tightening torque.
23.3.2 Caster forks with quick-release axle
The caster wheel fork with a quick-release
axle is removed by pressing the locking knob
between the caster wheel and the inside of the
caster wheel fork. Grasp around the caster fork
and press the locking knob with your thumb.
The caster wheel fork can now be pulled out.
Figure 90: Caster wheel fork with quick-release axle
and locking knob
During the assembly of the caster forks with
quick-release axle, keep pressing the locking
knob and insert the caster wheel for rotary axle
back into the caster wheel bearing block.
When doing this, special attention should be
paid to ensure that the locking knob springs
out again after attaching the wheel, as otherwise the wheels are not properly secured. You
will know this if you can see the index groove
(Fig. 71).
23.4 Setting the caster wheel for rotary
axle
For good properties for steering and driving
straight ahead of the product, the caster wheel
for rotary axle should be adjusted vertically to
the level ground.
Settings on the caster wheel for rotary axles
could be necessary for the following reasons:
the tipping point and / or sitting heights
have been changed.
the caster wheel axle no longer stands
vertically due to a fall or an impact.
The flattering of the caster wheels should
be reduced.
To adjust the caster wheels for rotary axles,
the product should be standing on a level surface and the wheel track of the drive wheels
must have already been set (chapter 22.2).
Now check if the caster wheels for rotary axles
are standing vertically to the level ground. For
this purpose, place an angle with height adjustable slider on the front edge of the caster
wheel bearing blocks. The slider should be
aligned at the middle of the caster wheel bearing block.
If the front edge of the caster wheel bearing block is standing vertically to the level
ground then the caster wheels for rotary axles
is also doing this.
Observe that the front edges of the caster
wheel bearing blocks are slightly rounded.
Thus, the distance above and below between
the slider of the angle and the front edge of the
caster wheel bearing blocks must be the same
size.
Figure 91: Checking of the setting of the caster
wheels for rotary axles
Middle alignment of the
slider and caster wheel
bearing block
Slide
r
Angle
Locking knob on
inside of fork
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The angle with slider can be ordered from
PRO ACTIV (order number: 8000 901 000).
If the front edges of the caster wheel bearing
blocks are not standing vertical to the level
ground, the settings must be adjusted. First
adjust the right caster wheel bearing block,
then the left one, and finally check the right
side again. Then proceed as follows:
1. Loosen the M5 stud bolt (AF 2.5 mm).
Figure 92: M5 stud bolt
2. Undo the M6 fixing screws (AF 5 mm)
slightly on the frame inner side.
Figure 93: M6 fixing screws on the frame inner side
3. Now undo the M6 fixing screws (AF 5 mm)
slightly on the frame outer side.
Figure 94: M6 fixing screws on the frame outer side
4. Using the aid of the angle, move the caster
wheel bearing block in a vertical position to
the level ground.
5. Tighten the M6 fixing screws (AF 5 mm)
again on the frame outer and inner side to
a tightening torque of 10 Nm and recheck
the vertical setting.
6. Screw the M5 stub bolt (AF 2.5 mm) back
in so that this rests on the M6 fixing screw.
24 Foot rests
Measures need to be taken to ensure
there is sufficient ground clearance under the
footrest. Experience shows that this should not
be less than 4 cm. This must be observed for
the angle adjustment of the footplate and when
setting the lower leg length.
24.1 Angle adjustment of the footplate
The angle of the footplate can be set by undoing the M6 fastening clamp screws (AF
5 mm) on the bottom side of the footrest. When
the angle adjustment is completed, tighten the
M6 fastening clamp screws (AF 5 mm) again to
maximum 5 Nm. This tightening torque should
not be exceeded as higher tightening torques
can damage the clamp.
M5 stud bolt
M6 fixing screw
M6 fixing screw
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Figure 95: Footrest from below
24.2 Removing and attaching the footrest
To remove the footrest, unlock the folding
mechanism (chapter 17.1), open the locking
pin lever on both sides, and then pull the footrest with the support tubes from the frame
tubes.
Figure 96: Locking pin lever closed
Figure 97: Locking pin lever opened
To attach the footrest, unlock the folding
mechanism (chapter 17.1) and close the locking pin lever. Now the lever does not rest
against it completely because it is not locked
yet.
Figure 98: Locking pin lever closed, not locked yet
Then insert the footrest with the hollow tubes
back into the frame tube until you can hear the
footrest engaging. You can see that the lock is
tight when the locking pin lever is resting firmly.
Figure 99: Locking pin lever closed and locked tight
It is recommended to grease the footrest
support tubes slightly with multi-purpose
grease at regular intervals.
24.3 Footrest continuous
Figure 100: Footrest continuous
Footrest
Footrest support plate
M6 fastening clamp screws
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There are two M6 fixing screws on each tube
for the length adjustment of the footrest
support tubes or for the adjustment of the
lower leg length. The top M6 fixing screw (AF
4 mm) can be adjusted in a hole grid (generally, three positions are possible). The bottom
M6 fixing screw (AF 4 mm) can be moved infinitely in a slot. Depending on the extent of the
length adjustment, only one of the fixing
screws or both of them can be moved in their
position.
Figure 101: Top M6 fixing screw can be positioned
in the hole grid
Figure 102: Bottom M6 fixing screw can be positioned in the slot
To adjust the lower leg length, the respective
M6 fixing screw (AF 4 mm) is now loosened on
both sides. The support tubes are then pushed
into the hole grid or along the slots into the
correct position. Take care that the support
tubes have the same length on both sides after
the setting.
Once the position has been set, fix the support
tubes by tightening the M6 fixing screws (AF
4 mm) with washers to 7 Nm on both sides.
With a product frame that has a v shape,
due to the resulting tensioning of the footrest
support tubes in the footrest support plate from
the longitudinal setting, it is necessary to open
the M6 fastening clamp screws (AF 5 mm)
again on the footrest support tubes. View the
procedure in chapter 24.1.
24.4 Footrest folding up to one side
Figure 103: Footrest folding up to one side, standard position
For footrest folding up to one side, lift the
footplate up in the direction of travel on the left
side.
Figure 104: For folding up to one side, lift the footplate up in the direction of travel on the left side
(product view from the front)
Footrest
Top M6 fixing screw
with washer (positioning
in the hole grid)
Bottom M6 fixing screw
with washer (positioning
in the slot)
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Figure 105: Footrest raised from the bracket (product view from the front)
Figure 106: Footrest folded up on one side (product
view from the front)
When you fold the footrest back down, take
care that the recesses are resting accurately at
the back and front on the cylinder pins of the
bracket.
Figure 107: Cylinder pin and corresponding recesses
There are two M6 fixing screws on each tube
for the length adjustment of the footrest
support tubes or for the adjustment of the
lower leg length. The top M6 fixing screw (AF
4 mm) can be adjusted in a hole grid (generally, three positions are possible). The bottom
M6 fixing screw (AF 5 mm) can be moved infinitely in a slotted hole. Depending on the extent of the length adjustment, only one of the
fixing screws or both fixing screws can be
moved in their position.
Figure 108: Top M6 fixing screw (AF 4 mm) can be
positioned in the hole grid
Fold-up on
one side
Bracket with
cylinder pin
Recesses
Bracket with
c
y
linder pin
Top M6 fixing screw
with washer (positioning
in the hole grid)
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Figure 109: Bottom M6 fixing screw (AF 5 mm) can
be positioned in the slot
For adjusting the lower leg length, the respective M6 fixing screw (AF 4 mm at the top, or
5 mm at the bottom) is now loosened on both
sides. The support tubes are then pushed into
the hole grid or along the slots into the correct
position. Take care that the support tubes have
the same length on both sides after the setting.
Once the position has been set, fix the support
tubes by tightening the M6 fixing screws (AF
4 mm at the top, or 5 mm at the bottom) with
washers to 7 Nm on both sides.
With a product frame that has a v shape,
due to the resulting tensioning of the footrest
support tubes in the footrest support plate from
the longitudinal setting, it is necessary to open
the M6 fastening clamp screws (AF 5 mm)
again on the footrest support tubes. View the
procedure in chapter 24.1.
24.5 Divided footrest
Figure 110: Divided footrest, standard position
To fold up one of the two footrest parts, grasp
it and fold it up to the side. Moreover, you can
also turn or pivot the footrest outwards. No
tools are required for folding up and pivoting.
Figure 111: One footrest folded up, option for pivoting outwards marked
There are two M6 fixing screws on each tube
for the length adjustment of the footrest
support tubes or for the adjustment of the
lower leg length. The top M6 fixing screw (AF
4 mm) can be adjusted in a hole grid (generally, three positions are possible). The bottom
M6 fixing screw (AF 5 mm) can be moved infinitely in a slotted hole. Depending on the extent of the length adjustment, only one of the
fixing screws or both fixing screws can be
moved in their position.
Figure 112: Top M6 fixing screw (AF 4 mm) can be
positioned in the hole grid
Folding up
Pivot or turn
outwards
Top M6 fixing screw with
washer (positioning in
the hole grid)
Bottom M6 fixing screw
with washer (positioning
in the slot)
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Figure 113: Bottom M6 fixing screw (AF 5 mm) can
be positioned in the slot
For adjusting the lower leg length, the respective M6 fixing screw (AF 4 mm at the top, or
5 mm at the bottom) is now loosened on both
sides. The support tubes are then pushed into
the hole grid or along the slots into the correct
position. Take care that the support tubes have
the same length on both sides after the setting.
Once the position has been set, fix the support
tubes by tightening the M6 fixing screws (AF
4 mm at the top, or 5 mm at the bottom) with
washers to 7 Nm on both sides.
With a product frame that has a v shape,
due to the resulting tensioning of the footrest
support tubes in the footrest support plate from
the longitudinal setting, it is necessary to open
the M6 fastening clamp screws (AF 5 mm)
again on the footrest support tubes. View the
procedure in chapter 24.1.
25 Anti-tippers
To reduce the risk of tipping backwards unintentionally to a minimum, anti-tippers are available as accessories. The anti-tippers are
adapted to the axle tube via anti-tipping supports and can be swivelled under the frame
using a spring system.
Figure 114: Anti-tipping support
25.1 Operating and passive position
To overcome an obstacle, the anti-tipping support must be swivelled from the operating to
the passive position beforehand so that this
does not knock against the obstacle.
Figure 115: Operating position of the anti-tipping
support
Figure 116: Passive position of the anti-tipping support
Bottom M6 fixing screw with
washer (moved in the slot)
Anti-tipping bar
Anti-tipping
wheels
Anti-tipping
supports
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To move the anti-tipping support into the
operating position, press the anti-tipping bar
downwards and swivel this to the rear. Make
sure that the anti-tipping support is engaged
correctly again. This is visible when the footrest pins have engaged in the corresponding
recess of the anti-tipping supports from the one
side and the M6 fixing screws from the other
side.
An accompanying person can also press
the anti-tipping support downwards by stepping
on the footrest pins and then swivelling into the
operating position.
Figure 117: Moving anti-tippers into the operating
position
Figure 118: Anti-tipping support engaged correctly
To move the anti-tipping support into the
passive position, press the anti-tipping bar
downwards and swivel this to the inside underneath the seating area. Make sure that the
anti-tipping support is engaged correctly again.
This is visible when the footrest pins have engaged in the corresponding recess of the antitipping supports from the one side and the M6
fixing screws from the other side.
Figure 119: Moving anti-tippers into the passive
position
25.2 Removing and attaching the
headrest
Figure 120: Overview of terms
To remove the anti-tippers, the M5 fixing
screw (AF 3 mm) is screwed out of the spring
retention cap and at the same time, the cord
that is fixed to the tension spring is retained.
Now the cord can be released and the antitipping bars can be removed from the antitipping support downwards. The spring retention cap must also be removed. In order to
prevent loosing the M5 fixing screw, this is
screwed back into the spring retention cap.
Anti-tipping
supports
Footrest pin
Spring retention
cap
M5 fixing
screw
Cord on the tension spring
Footrest pins
Press the anti-tipping
support downwards and
swivel to the rear
Press the anti-tipping support downwards and swivel inwards underneath
the seating area
M6 fixing screw engaged in the recess of the anti-tipping support
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To install the anti-tippers, the anti-tipping bar
is inserted into the anti-tipping support from
underneath and pulled upwards using the cord.
In doing so, the M6 fixing screw must engage
on the side of the footrest pin and on the other
side, in the recess of the anti-tipping support.
Figure 121: Anti-tipping bar inserted into the antitipping support
Now the anti-tippers are held at the bottom on
the anti-tipping bar in this position and the
spring retention cap is put onto the anti-tipping
support (loosen the M5 fixing screw on the
spring retention cap first in case this have been
screwed in not to lose it) so that the cord protrudes from the top.
Figure 122: Spring retention cap placed on the antitipping support, cord pulled through upwards and
M5 fixing screw inserted
Finally, the cord is strongly pulled upwards
until the tension spring becomes visible at the
top of the spring retention cap (this must be
held tight in the process). At the same time, the
M5 fixing screw (AF 3 mm) is screwed back
into the spring retention cap and through the
end eyelet of the tension spring. The M5 fixing
screw (AF 3 mm) must be secured using screw
locking fluid.
Figure 123: Tension springs with end eyelets
Figure 124: M5 fixing screw screwed through the
end eyelets of the tension spring
25.3 Height adjustment of the antitipping support
This must be removed first for the height adjustment of the anti-tipping support (see chapter 25.2). Then the footrest pin is removed on
which the tension spring is secured using the
M6 fixing screw (AF 4 mm). When loosening
the M6 fixing screw, the footstep bolt must be
retained using a pliers (the footstep pin must
be protected if this is retained using a pliers).
After removing the M6 fixing screw, the tension
spring can be removed.
Cord pulled
through upwards
M6 fixing screws
engaged in the
recess of the antitipping support
M5 fixing screw
Cord pulled
through upwards
End eyelet
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Figure 125: M6 fixing screw and tension spring
removed from the anti-tipping bar
Figure 126: M6 fixing screw with radius discs and
footstep pin
There is an inlet within the anti-tipping bar that
must be adjusted to the new height position.
Where possible, the inlet should be positioned
in the anti-tipping bar as low as possible. A
screwdriver could be used for the positioning of
the inlets, for example.
Figure 127: Inlet of the anti-tipping bar and the
screwdriver
Now the tension spring is positioned in the inlet
so that the end eyes of the tension spring are
positioned precisely over the borehole in which
the M6 fixing screw shall then be screwed in
to. Once the inlet and the tension spring have
been positioned correctly, the M6 fixing screw
(with both radius discs and the footrest pin)
(AF 4 mm) is crewed into the new height position through the inlet and the end eyelet of the
tension spring.
Finally, reattach the anti-tipping support to the
product as described in chapter 25.2.
The anti-tipping support has been designed exclusively to minimize the risk of tipping over backwards. It is not suitable for reducing the risk of tipping forwards or to the
side. There is no safety equipment on offer for
minimizing these risks. For this reason, handling these risks need to be learnt in cooperation with your therapists and doctors.
Before using the product, after every load
on the anti-tippers and after every adjustment
to the product, make sure that the anti-tippers
are fully functional. In this case, it must not be
possible to swivel the anti-tippers to the side
when in operating position without having to
unlock them first. Moreover, the lower edge of
the anti-tipper wheels may not be any more
than 5 cm from the ground. If a larger gap is
required or necessary, then you need to work
with your therapists and doctors to practice
and learn to handle the increased risk of tipping.
If the functionality of the anti-tippers
should no longer be given or if you are in any
doubt about the serviceability, then have it
checked by your specialist retailer and have it
repaired before any further use. Otherwise
there is an increased risk or falling of getting
injured.
M6 fixing screw with
footstep pin
Tension spring with cord
Radius discs
M6 fixing screw
Footrest pin
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26 Brakes
26.1 Knee lever brake
26.1.1 Opening and closing the brake
The knee lever brake can be equipped with
different brake levers, such as, e.g., standard
brake lever, long brake lever and flip-down
brake handle. The brake levers can be
mounted in the standard position, or low. However, the operation is the same with all brake
levers.
Figure 128: Knee lever brake with standard brake
handle
Closing the brake is carried out by pressing
the brake lever down. In the closed position,
the braking bolt presses the tyre in by approx.
4 mm.
Figure 129: Brake open; closing is carried out by
pressing the brake lever down
Please note that the knee lever brake is a
parking brake which may only be applied when
the product is at a standstill. This is not a service brake that is suitable for reducing speed.
To open the brake pull the brake lever back
up. In the open position, the distance between
the braking bolt and the tyre is approx. 3 to
maximum of 4 mm.
Figure 130: Brake closed; open by pressing the
brake lever up
26.1.2 Setting the brake
Settings on the brake could be necessary for
the following reasons:
You have changed the tyre or the tyre
pressure.
You have changed the wheel track or posi-
tion of the drive wheels.
The brake is pulling unevenly or insuffi-
ciently after extended use.
To adjust the knee lever brake, proceed as
follows on both sides:
1. Initial situation: Drive wheels mounted on
the product and the knee lever brakes
open.
2. For the correct positioning of the knee
lever brake, slightly loosen the M5 clamp
screws (AF 4 mm) so that the knee lever
brake can be moved on the hexagon rail.
Close
brake
Brake lever
Open
brake
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Figure 131: M5 clamp screws on the hexagon rail
(view from the inner side of the product)
3. Position the open brake on the hexagon
rail so that there is a clearance of 3 mm to
a maximum of approx. 4 mm between the
brake bolt and tyre.
Figure 132: Distance between brake bolt and tyre of
approx. 3 mm to maximum 4 mm, with opened
brake
4. Retighten the M5 clamping screws (AF
4 mm) to 4 Nm.
5. Then check the correct setting of the
brakes: When the brake is closed, the
braking bolt presses the tyre in by approx.
4 mm. When the brake is open, the distance between the braking bolt and the
tyre is approx. 3 to maximum 4 mm.
6. The actuating force of the brake lever can
be adjusted using the M5 joint screws. For
this purpose, you need a slotted screwdriver and an open-ended spanner (AF
8 mm). The screw is retained at the front
with the slotted screwdriver and the openended spanner (AF 8 mm) is used to either
screw tight or to loosen a little. An important point here is that both joint screws
must be tightened equally as this leads to
a long-lasting uniform actuating force of
the brake lever.
Figure 133: M5 joint screws for setting the actuating
force of the brake lever
Generally, the braking bolt is mounted in
the standard position (see following figure).
The assembly of the braking bolt in the other
possible position (see following figure) may be
necessary after the adjustment of the drive
wheels.
Figure 134: Positions of the braking bolt
M5 clamp screws
Standard position
of the braking bolt
Other
possible
position
Hexagon
rail
M5 joint
screws
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26.2 Integral brake
26.2.1 Opening and closing the brake
Figure 135: Overview of terms
Closing the brake is carried out by pressing
the front part of the control element to the right
or left outwards until the brake element rests
against the tyre. Then press the control element (on the front part) towards the tyre until
the control element rests against the brake
element.
Figure 136: Integral brake open, closing is carried
out by pressing the control element outwards
When the brake is closed, the brake element is
positioned vertical to the brake mount.
Figure 137: Integral brake closed, brake element
vertical to the brake mount
Please note that the integral brake is a
parking brake which may only be applied when
the product is at a standstill. This is not a service brake that is suitable for reducing speed.
To open the brake, press the front part of the
control element towards the middle of the
wheelchair (away from the wheel).
Figure 138: Integral brake closed, the brake is
opened by pressing the brake element towards the
middle of the wheelchair
When opening and closing the brakes,
make sure that the control and brake element
are never grasped. Press the brake only using
one finger or with the ball of your hand on the
front part of the control element.
Front part of the
brake element
Brake element
Press the front part of the brake
element to the outside
Press the front part of the brake element
towards the middle of the wheelchair
•
Control element
Control element rests against
the brake element
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26.2.2 Setting the brake
Settings on the brake could be necessary for
the following reasons:
You have changed the tyre or the tyre
pressure.
You have changed the wheel track or posi-
tion of the drive wheels.
The brake is pulling unevenly or insuffi-
ciently after extended use.
When adjusting the integral brake, a distinction
must be made between the standard installation of the integral brake and the installation
with clamping bracket.
To adjust the integral brake lever with stan-
dard installation, proceed as follows on both
sides:
1. Initial situation: Drive wheels mounted on
the product and the integral brakes open.
2. Slightly loosen the M5 clamp screws (AF
4 mm) so that the brake mount can be
moved on the hexagon rail.
Figure 139: Hexagon rail and brake mount
Figure 140: M5 clamp screws for positioning the
integral brakes (view from the inner side of the
product)
3. Press the front part of the control element
to the right or left outwards until the brake
element rests against the tyre. Do not
close the brake completely.
Figure 141: Brake element resting on the tyre
4. Move the integral brake on the hexagon
rail so that the brake element is positioned
in such a manner as displayed in the following figure:
Figure 142: Brake element after correct positioning
of the integral brake
5. Retighten the M5 clamping screws (AF
4 mm) to 4 Nm.
6. Then check the correct setting of the
brakes: In the closed position, the brake
element presses the tyre in by approx.
4 mm.
•
approx. 4 mm
M5 clamp screws
Hexagon rail
Brake
mount
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To adjust the integral brake lever with
clamping bracket, proceed as follows on both
sides:
1. Initial situation: Drive wheels mounted on
the product and the integral brakes open.
2. Undo the M5 clamp screws (AF 4 mm)
slightly so that the integral brake can be
pushed in the clamping bracket with
splined shaft.
Figure 143: M5 clamp screw for moving the integral
brake with integral splined shaft in the clamping
bracket (view from the inner side of the product)
If this adjustment range is insufficient,
undo the M6 grub screw (AF 3 mm) and
the M6 clamp screw (AF 5 mm) of the
clamping bracket slightly so that the clamping bracket can be moved along the frame
tube.
Figure 144: M6 grub screw and M6 clamp screws
for moving the clamping bracket on the frame tube
(view from the inner side of the product)
3. Press the front part of the control element
to the right or left outwards until the brake
element rests against the tyre. Do not
close the brake completely.
Figure 145: Brake element resting on the tyre
4. Move the integral brake with splined shaft
in the clamping bracket and on the frame
so that the brake element is positioned in
such a manner as displayed in the following figure:
Figure 146: Brake element after correct positioning
of the integral brake
5. Tighten the M5 clamp screw (AF 4 mm) to
4 Nm again and, where applicable, the M6
clamp screw (AF 5 mm) to 10 Nm. Then
also, where applicable, screw the M6 grub
screw (AF 3 mm) back in until it rests
against the product frame.
6. Then check the correct setting of the
brakes: In the closed position, the brake
element presses the tyre in by approx.
4 mm.
M6 clamp screws
M6 grub screw
Integral splined shaft
•
approx. 4 mm
M5 clamp
screw
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27 Push handles
27.1 Back tube with integrated handles
Figure 147: Back tube with integrated handles
With these push handles, there is no option for
adjustment and no possibility to remove the
handle.
27.2 Aluminium push handles fixed in
back tube
Figure 148: Aluminium push handles fixed in back
tube
It is not possible to adjust these push handles.
To remove the push handles, undo the M6
fixing screws (AF 4 mm) with washer on both
sides. Then the push handle can be removed
from the back tube.
To install the push handles, place these in the
back tube and insert the M6 fixing screws (AF
4 mm) (with washer) into the each of the holes
of the back tube and push handle. Tighten the
M6 fixing screws (AF 4 mm) to 7 Nm torque
and secure them with thread lock fluid.
27.3 Push handles, horizontally
screwed in back tube
Figure 149: Push handles, horizontally screwed in
back tube
It is not possible to adjust these push handles.
To remove the push handles, turn these
counter-clockwise out of the back tube.
Figure 150: Screw the push handle horizontally out
of the back tube
To install the push handle, turn it into the back
tube clockwise and tighten it to a maximum
hand tightness.
M6 fixing screw with washer
Turning out
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27.4 Safety push handles with continuous height adjustment
Figure 151: Safety push handles with continuous
height adjustment
For adjusting the height of the push handles,
open the clamp lever by turning counterclockwise (a half to a complete rotation). Then
the height of the push handles can be adjusted. The height can be infinitely adjusted.
We recommend adjusting both push handles to
the same height. Once the desired height is
set, hold the push handles in this position and
then close the clamp lever again clockwise
with a half to complete rotation.
If the clamp lever knocks against the frame
when turning the push handle, you have the
option of pulling the clamp lever out vertically
to the rotating axis and to let go into another
angled position via the integrated serration,
and keep on turning. This also permits the
position of the clamping lever to be aligned to
the back tube after performing the height setting so that this does not protrude over the
back tube to the side.
Figure 152: Put the clamp lever in another angled
position by pulling out
27.5 Safety instructions
After every adjustment or after reattachment following removal, check that the push
handles are firmly attached in position.
Due to environmental effects, it is possible
that the properties and therefore secure attachment of the push handle covers may
change detrimentally. For this reason, it is
important to check the handles are tightly fitted
and fixed in position prior to use. If this should
no longer be the case, then the push handles
may not be used until they have been fixed
.
28 Transport restraint system
28.1 Standard specifications
In order to approve the product as seat for
being transported in motor vehicles, a verification of the dynamic crash stability is required
according to ISO 7176-19 (Wheelchairs for use
in motor vehicle).
Furthermore, the additional retention system is
required for the safe transport of the person
sitting in the product in a motor vehicle, that
complies with the requirements according to
DIN 75078-2 (Motor vehicle for the transportation of handicapped persons – Part 2: Restraint
systems; concepts, requirements, testing) and
ISO 10542-2 (Technical systems and aids for
disabled or handicapped persons. Wheelchair
tiedown and occupant-restraint systems).
Open
Close
Pull the clamp
lever out vertically to the
rotary axle
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PRO ACTIV offers person and wheelchair
restraint systems (so-called transport restraint
systems) with new orders, but also for retrofitting. In the following, we shall inform you about
the use and application of this retention system
when using the product as a seat in a motor
vehicle.
28.2 Wheelchair tiedown and occupant-restraint systems
With the wheelchair restraint system, elements
are designated that are used to secure the
wheelchair in the vehicle. Persons are secured
using components of the person retention system. A comprehensive system for the optimum
transportation of the wheelchair in the motor
vehicle comprises both components. These
are matched to one-another so that their forces
are not transferred to another system.
Elements of the wheelchair restraint system
include:
Transport restraint connection on the rear
frame: The frame inlet can be used for installing the mount for the hip belt as well as
for fixing the buckle that joins the rear retractor with the vehicle.
Figure 153: Transport restraint connection on the
rear frame with belt link for the rear retractor
Bearing block intermediate plate for mount-
ing the front reactor
Figure 154: Caster wheel bearing block intermediate
plate with belt link for the front retractor
Retractors for transport restraints comprise
2 retractors at the front without hand tensioning wheel and 2 retractors at the rear
with hand tensioning wheel.
Figure 155: Front retractor "semi-automatic" with
buckle and belt link
Figure 156: Rear retractor "semi-automatic" with
hand wheel, buckle and belt link
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The person restraint system comprises:
Hip belt with lock
Figure 157: Hip belt with lock, the fittings for connecting the transport restraints and two belt links for
the selective securing of the diagonal shoulder belt
Diagonal shoulder belt with lock head
Figure 158: Automatic diagonal shoulder belt with
deflection and buckle
Headrest with segment padding including
stable bracket
Figure 159: Headrest
28.3 Safety and handling instructions
Basically, all passengers must be seated on a
standard vehicle seat with three-point seat belt.
This is the safest possibility of transportation. If
this cannot be implemented, the wheelchair as
well as the passenger must be secured. The
use of this retention system must be observed
in the following guidelines and safety instructions.
The wheelchair must only be transported
in the direction of travel of the vehicle.
Figure 160: Incorrect positioning of the wheelchair in
the vehicle
Figure 161: Correct positioning of the wheelchair in
the vehicle
Both rear belts (retractors) must be arranged
symmetrically and anchored horizontally to the
vehicle floor at a maximum angle of 45°. Both
front belts must also be arranged symmetrically and must not exceed a maximum angle of
60° to the horizontal position. The retractors for
the front and rear must not be swapped.
Figure 162: Run of the retractors at the front and
rear with maximum tensioning angle and connecting
points (view from the side)
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Figure 163: Run of the retractors at the front and
rear with maximum tensioning angle and connecting
points (view from the back)
The hip belt must rest tight against the body
over the hip bone. The belt must not be twisted
and not run over the person's stomach. The
diagonal shoulder belt must run in the middle
over the collarbone, have sufficient space to
the neck and rest tightly against the person's
body. The belts must not be kept away from
the person's body by parts of the wheelchair
(armrests, side sections, clothing guard, etc.).
Figure 164: Run of the hip and diagonal belt with the
respective connecting points
With backrests that can be inclined, this must
be set at 90° to the seating system to ensure
the person sits upright.
The height and distance of the head restraint
to the head must be set so that the centre of
gravity of the upright head is in the middle of
the head restraint and the distance between
the head and head restraint must be kept as
little as possible (max. 2-3 cm).
Figure 165: Setting the head restraint with regard to
the height and distance to the head
You must be able to hear all links engaging in the buckles. Belts must not be twisted
and not run crossed-over.
For belt systems (hip, diagonal shoulder
belt, retractors), the instructions for use of the
respective manufacturer must be observed.
During transport, the parking brake of the
product must be applied.
Loose parts of the wheelchair (Therapeutic table, crutches, etc.) must be removed before travelling.
Wheelchairs and restraint systems that
have been exposed to an impact must be replaced. They are no longer allowed to be used
as a seat in motor vehicles.
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29 Storage
When being stored, the product should be kept
in a dry environment and covered up where
possible.
To avoid corrosion and therefore malfunctions
or breakages of components, the product may
not be exposed to any aggressive environmental influences (salt in particular).
30 Transport
When loading or transporting, the product can
be held on the frame and on the back cross
bar.
The transportation of persons in a wheelchair or other persons in the product in motor
vehicles when using the specified equipment is
only permitted when observing chapter 28. In
this case, observe the versions in chapter 28.
To reduce the weight, individual components, such as the caster wheel forks with
caster wheels and the drive wheels can be
removed for loading and stored separately.
The product and all associated components
must be secured during transport so that they
are not damaged (e.g. by falling over) and do
not become a hazard to persons or other products.
If the product user needs to be transported over an obstacle, such as a step, and
there are suitable facilities such as a ramp or a
lift available, then these should be used. If
such facilities are not available, then the obstacle is to be overcome by being carried by
two helpers. When carrying the product, it may
not be lifted by the side sections, the drive
wheels or the footrests. We recommend holding the product on the frame and back cross
bar.
31 Malfunctions
In the event of any malfunctions which cannot
be solved by yourself based on the operating
instructions included in the scope of delivery,
please contact your specialist retailer or PRO
ACTIV directly.
Malfunctions must be solved before any
further use or, if they occur during the journey,
this must be interrupted immediately.
32 Cleaning and care
Regular cleaning of the product is prescribed
to prevent the components becoming clogged
up due to dirt. In particular, the product should
be carefully cleaned after every major use, e.g.
summer or winter holidays.
To avoid corrosion and therefore malfunctions
or breakages of components, the product may
not be exposed to any aggressive environmental influences. If this cannot be avoided,
the product should be cleaned immediately
after such use and moving parts need to be
greased. Regular cleaning prevents corrosion
and increased wear.
In case the product becomes wet when using,
dry it after use.
Clean the quick-release axles of the drive
and caster wheels as well as the ball bearings
and grease these with a little lubricating oil with
high corrosion protection properties (e.g., Neoval MTO 300) approx. every 8 weeks in order
to guarantee the reliable functioning properties.
Clean your product with water, solvent or
neutral cleaning agents. Do not use any abrasive cleaning agents or aggressive, acidic
cleaners, to prevent scratching or fading of the
coating or the anodised parts. Use only water
and soap to clean the seat and back padding.
The product must not be cleaned using
steam or high pressure.
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If you need care products for your product,
please contact PRO ACTIV. You can also request our care set via the enclosed order card
or by telephone.
33 Maintenance
33.1 General instructions
The product is not a maintenance-free device.
Therefore, please observe the following instructions about maintenance.
If repairs are required or there are any
defects in your product, in the interests of your
own safety, you should contact your specialist
retailer or PRO ACTIV before using it again
and have the defect remedied. Screws and
other elements need to be secured properly
again after repairs.
For tyres with tread: As soon as there is
one or more points with less than 1 mm of
tread on the tyres, the tyres must be changed
as otherwise there is an increased risk of an
accident.
For tyres without thread: As soon as there
is one or more points where the tyre carcass or
the puncture-proofing is visible, the tyres must
be changed as otherwise there is an increased
risk of an accident.
Only manufacturer's original parts may be
used when ordering spare parts.
Repairs and conversions to the product
may only be carried out by your dealer or PRO
ACTIV.
Tightening torques and securing details for
fastening elements as shown in the table in
chapter 38 must be observed.
33.2 Service schedules
There is some maintenance work or checks
which should be carried out by the user
themselves at regular intervals (approximately
every 4 weeks depending on the frequency of
use):
Check the tyres for damage, foreign bodies
and any cracks that form.
Check the tyre pressure and correct if
needed (the tyre pressure should always
be as printed on the tyre covers).
Check the brakes (function, wear on pivot
bolts).
Clean and oil the pivot points of the brakes
and check the ease of movement or actuation force of the brake lever.
Check the function of the anti-tipping de-
vice.
Check the stable stand of the seat and
back padding.
Check the tight fit of the fixing screws on
the seat and back system.
Check the function and ease of running of
the quick-release axles of the drive wheels
and caster forks.
If you should discover any problems during these checks, please immediately contact
your dealer or PRO ACTIV. Service and repair
work on the product may only be carried out by
your dealer or PRO ACTIV.
In addition to these maintenance tasks /
checks by the user, PRO ACTIV has prescribed maintenance tasks to be carried out
by the dealer or PRO ACTIV for safe operation of the product and to minimise the risk to
the user or third-parties.
The initial inspection is performed six weeks
after delivery. The maintenance schedule can
be found in the inspection lists in chapter 41.
Subsequent inspections are then always performed after another year after the last inspection. The maintenance schedule can be found
in the inspection lists in chapter 41.
After extreme stresses, such as during holidays where the product was exposed to sand,
sea water or snow, an additional deep clean
and inspection by your specialist retailer is
recommended.
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To maintain the operating licence and the warranty validity, the performance of the maintenance tasks must be documented. Any faults
identified during maintenance work must be
rectified and documented as such before further use of the product.
Even if your product does not show any signs
of wear, damage or malfunctions, the regular
safety-related checks on your product must be
carried out in accordance with the maintenance schedule.
33.3 Proof of maintenance
To provide proof of the maintenance, you can
use the inspection lists in chapter 41. The inspection lists are also available as pdf files
which can be filled in within the download area
of www.proactiv-gmbh.com
under the link
"more documents
>>". In any event, keep all
receipts / service reports as a means of proof,
and get any service work that has not been
carried out by the manufacturer documented.
Please bring these operating instructions /
service booklet to every service.
34 Disposal & Recycling
At the end of the service life, the product can
be disposed of by PRO ACTIV or your dealer
in a proper, environmentally-friendly manner.
The disposal or recycling must be carried out
by a waste disposal company or a municipal
waste disposal centre.
Special guidelines may apply on-location with
regard to the disposal or recycling. These must
be clarified and considered when disposing
(this may also include the cleaning or disinfection of the product before the disposal).
In the following section, you will find a description of the materials for the disposal and recycling of the product and its packaging:
Aluminium: frame, rims, castor forks, brakes,
back cross-bar, side sections, clothes guard,
anti-tipping protection, armrest frame, footrest,
footplate, push handles
Steel: fixing points, quick-release / screwed
axle, anti-tipping supports, brakes, screws,
nuts
Plastic: handles, quick-release levers, tube
plugs, caster wheels, armrest padding, tyres,
footrest, side sections, brake lever, anti-tipping
wheels, bags for packing
Synthetic fibres and foam: padding, covers
Cardboard / paper: packaging
35 Re-use
If your product has been provided to you by
your funding provider and you no longer require it, you should report this fact to your
health insurance company or your dealer. Your
product can then be simply and economically
re-used.
Before any re-use, a safety check must be
carried out on the product by PRO ACTIV. In
addition to the instructions contained in chapter
32 (Cleaning and care), a thorough cleaning of
all controls must be carried out before using it
again.
Before the product can be reused, it must be
prepared with care. A disinfection agent must
be sprayed onto all surfaces that the user may
make contact with. For this purpose, a liquid
disinfection agent based on alcohol must be
used for the quick residue-free disinfection
(e.g., Exporit 4712). Please observe the manufacturer's instructions for use for the disinfection agent that you use. In general, a complete
disinfection cannot be guaranteed on the
seams. We therefore recommend that you
dispose of the seat and rear padding.
This will be performed by PRO ACTIV as part
of the safety inspection. This safety-related
check must be initiated by the funding provider.
Moreover, in event of wear or due to adaptation to the new user, components such as the
footrest, seat and back system can be adjusted
or replaced using the modular system. Moreover, as standard the backrest is also 7-fold
angle adjustable and can therefore be optimally adapted.
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36 Warranty
PRO ACTIV guarantees that the product was
free of any defects at the time it was handed
over. This warranty expires 24 months after the
product was delivered.
Further information can be found in PRO
ACTIV's general terms and conditions at
www.proactiv-gmbh.com
.
Any modifications to the product that have
not been expressly approved by PRO ACTIV
will invalidate the warranty. Such modifications
may cause unforeseeable safety risks and are
therefore not permitted.
37 Liability
As the manufacturer of the product, PRO
ACTIV is not responsible for its safety if:
the product is handled improperly
the product is not maintained in accor-
dance with the maintenance schedule laid
down by PRO ACTIV
the product is commissioned and used
contrary to the instructions in these operat-
ing instructions
repairs or other work are carried out by
non-authorised persons
third-party parts are installed or connected
to the product
Further information can be found in PRO ACTIV's general terms and conditions at
www.proactiv-gmbh.com
.
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38 Appendix: Tightening torques, securing details and tools
The following table shows the torques for shaft screws with a metric control thread (valid if the drawing
or assembly instructions do not state different values!):
Dimension
Torque MA in Nm depending on how tight the screws are
Stability 8.8 Stability 10.9
M4 2.1 3.1
M5 4.2 6.1
M6 7.3 11
M8 17 26
M10 34 51
M12 59 87
M10 x 1 36 53
Securing details: All screws on PRO ACTIV products should be secured with thread lock fluid "medium
strength" (e.g., Weicon AN302-43), where there are no securing clamps on the screw connections
present or there is a lubrication requirement with grease or copper paste.
In the following table you will find tools and care products for your PRO ACTIV product:
Tool Order number
Adjustment bracket for the caster wheel bearing block
8000 901 000
Special tool for setting the wheel position
Open-ended spanner AF 22/24 mm + 41 mm
8000 900 025
Tool set for PRO ACTIV wheelchairs
Mini high-pressure pump, open-ended spanner AF 8/10 + 10/13 +30
mm, Allen key AF 2.5 + 6 mm, Screwdriver hexagon socket with handle AF 3 + 4 + 5 mm
8000 900 030
Care kit for PRO ACTIV wheelchairs and handbikes
Assembly paste (dosing spray 10 g), Neoval oil (spray 100 ml),
Thread lock fluid, medium strength (Pen-System 10 ml),
Surface cleaner (spray 150 ml), terminal grease (tube 50 ml)
8000 900 026
Assembly stands
8000 902 000
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39 Appendix: Medical product passport / record of training
Product specifications:
Serial number:
Customer data:
Surname, forename:
Street:
Postcode, city:
Phone:
Paying organisation:
Training carried out by:
Medical supplies dealer
PRO ACTIV field representative
Record of training
I was / we were instructed in accordance with the associated hand-over certificate about the operation
of the product listed and informed about possible operator errors. I was / we were also advised about
situations where the assistance of another person is required. The operating instructions were handed
to me / us.
Instructor
Name, date, signature
1 Person being trained
Name, date, signature
2 Person being trained
Name, date, signature
3 Person being trained
Name, date, signature
For minors, or persons who are not responsible for their actions, legal guardians / supervisors / responsible persons are to be
trained in the use, this is confirmed by their signature. The data is recorded in the feedback system of PRO ACTIV RehaTechnik GmbH, as the manufacturer of the above named product. It will be managed in accordance with Section 16 BDSG
(Federal Data Protection Law).
Stamp / Date / Dealer's signature
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40 Appendix: Hand-over certificate
40.1 Required compliance criteria to authorise use
Topics
Completed /
fulfilled
Remarks
The product is suitable for the customer based on
their own judgement and the customer information received regarding the disability-related restrictions.
The use intended by the customer is fully consistent with the intended use as described in the
operating instructions (see the product description / intended use chapter).
The product's equipment is suitable to allow the
customer safe use with maximum reduction of
risks (see check list on the following page).
The customer's driving ability was checked during
a test drive in difficult driving situations and found
to be appropriate (see the check list on the following page).
The operating instructions, and explicitly all of the
warning and safety instructions contained therein,
were discussed during the training in detail and
understood by the user. The user was then
handed these operating instructions.
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40.2 Check list for training the user
Topics
Completed /
fulfilled
All mechanical function controls were explained and their function demonstrated.
Use of the brakes was demonstrated and then performed by the user themselves and /
or their assistant.
Attention was drawn to the fact that it is a parking brake and not a service brake.
The functioning of the folding mechanism was demonstrated and then performed by the
user himself and / or his assistant.
Procedure for achieving the smallest stowing dimension was demonstrated and then
tested by the user himself and / or his assistant.
How the setting of the backrest angle works was demonstrated and then performed by
the user themselves and / or their assistant.
Removal and installation of the clothing guard was demonstrated and then tested by the
user themselves and / or their assistant.
How the push handles are used and adjusted was demonstrated and then teste d by the
user themselves and / or their assistant.
How the footrests work was demonstrated and then tested by the user themselves and /
or their assistant.
Use of the anti-tipping supports was demonstrated and then performed by the user
themselves and / or their assistant.
Removal and installation of the drive wheels and the caster forks (for the quick-release
axle) was demonstrated and then tested by the user himself and / or his assistant.
Test drive: Overcoming obstacles with the product, e.g. a kerb
Test drive: Driving on the level forwards and backwards and also uphill and downhill in
the direction of travel
Test: Operating the anti-tippers in front of an obstacle
Information for care, cleaning and maintenance of the product (including quick-release
axles) have been provided and understood by the user and / or assistant.
Information on the wheels with regard to inflation pressure and tread depth and checking
the quick-release axles have been provided and understood by the user and / or assistant.
Information on regular checks of the brakes, anti-tipping supports and the seating and
back system have been provided and understood by the user and / or assistant.
The contents of the operating instructions from PRO ACTIV and the other component
manufacturers were completely worked through based on the product training and were
understood by the user and / or assistant.
The use of the product is only permitted when all topics listed in "Required compliance criteria for
those permitted to use" have been met by the user and all the points have been ticked off in the
"Check list for training the user".
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41 Appendix: Inspection lists
Initial inspection: after 6 weeks
OK /
carried out
not OK resolved
Check all screws / fastening elements are firmly seated
Functional and safety check of the folding mechanism,
brakes, push handles and anti-tipping supports as well as
other function components (e.g., folding backrest, fold up
footrest on one side)
OK / carried out = OK | not OK = not OK | resolved = the fault was corrected
Comments:
Stamp:
Date / Signature
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Subsequent inspection: One year later after the last inspection or earlier following particu-
lar loading
OK /
carried out
not OK resolved
Check all screws / fastening elements are firmly seated
Clean and oil / grease all pivot points, quick-release axles
and bearings
Visual inspection of the frame and attachments for crack
formation, deformation, etc.
Functional/safety check of push handles
Functional/safety check of braking system
Functional/safety check of anti-tippers
Functional/safety check of the seat and back system
Functional/safety check of drive wheels
Check wheel tracking and drive wheel bushing are firmly
seated (tightening torque 70 Nm)
Functional/safety check of caster wheels
Check the caster wheel axle is firmly seated (tightening
torque 7 Nm) and the correct setting
Functional/safety check of footrests
Functional/safety check of folding mechanism
Test drive / functional test
OK / carried out = OK | not OK = not OK | resolved = the fault was corrected
Comments:
Stamp:
Date / Signature
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Subsequent inspection: One year later after the last inspection or earlier following particu-
lar loading
OK /
carried out
not OK resolved
Check all screws / fastening elements are firmly seated
Clean and oil / grease all pivot points, quick-release axles
and bearings
Visual inspection of the frame and attachments for crack
formation, deformation, etc.
Functional/safety check of push handles
Functional/safety check of braking system
Functional/safety check of anti-tippers
Functional/safety check of the seat and back system
Functional/safety check of drive wheels
Check wheel tracking and drive wheel bushing are firmly
seated (tightening torque 70 Nm)
Functional/safety check of caster wheels
Check the caster wheel axle is firmly seated (tightening
torque 7 Nm) and the correct setting
Functional/safety check of footrests
Functional/safety check of folding mechanism
Test drive / functional test
OK / carried out = OK | not OK = not OK | resolved = the fault was corrected
Comments:
Stamp:
Date / Signature
Operating instructions TRAVELER 4all Ergo & 4you Ergo
65
Subsequent inspection: One year later after the last inspection or earlier following particu-
lar loading
OK /
carried out
not OK resolved
Check all screws / fastening elements are firmly seated
Clean and oil / grease all pivot points, quick-release axles
and bearings
Visual inspection of the frame and attachments for crack
formation, deformation, etc.
Functional/safety check of push handles
Functional/safety check of braking system
Functional/safety check of anti-tippers
Functional/safety check of the seat and back system
Functional/safety check of drive wheels
Check wheel tracking and drive wheel bushing are firmly
seated (tightening torque 70 Nm)
Functional/safety check of caster wheels
Check the caster wheel axle is firmly seated (tightening
torque 7 Nm) and the correct setting
Functional/safety check of footrests
Functional/safety check of folding mechanism
Test drive / functional test
OK / carried out = OK | not OK = not OK | resolved = the fault was corrected
Comments:
Stamp:
Date / Signature
Operating instructions TRAVELER 4all Ergo & 4you Ergo
66
Subsequent inspection: One year later after the last inspection or earlier following particu-
lar loading
OK /
carried out
not OK resolved
Check all screws / fastening elements are firmly seated
Clean and oil / grease all pivot points, quick-release axles
and bearings
Visual inspection of the frame and attachments for crack
formation, deformation, etc.
Functional/safety check of push handles
Functional/safety check of braking system
Functional/safety check of anti-tippers
Functional/safety check of the seat and back system
Functional/safety check of drive wheels
Check wheel tracking and drive wheel bushing are firmly
seated (tightening torque 70 Nm)
Functional/safety check of caster wheels
Check the caster wheel axle is firmly seated (tightening
torque 7 Nm) and the correct setting
Functional/safety check of footrests
Functional/safety check of folding mechanism
Test drive / functional test
OK / carried out = OK | not OK = not OK | resolved = the fault was corrected
Comments:
Stamp:
Date / Signature
Operating instructions TRAVELER 4all Ergo & 4you Ergo
67
Subsequent inspection: One year later after the last inspection or earlier following particu-
lar loading
OK /
carried out
not OK resolved
Check all screws / fastening elements are firmly seated
Clean and oil / grease all pivot points, quick-release axles
and bearings
Visual inspection of the frame and attachments for crack
formation, deformation, etc.
Functional/safety check of push handles
Functional/safety check of braking system
Functional/safety check of anti-tippers
Functional/safety check of the seat and back system
Functional/safety check of drive wheels
Check wheel tracking and drive wheel bushing are firmly
seated (tightening torque 70 Nm)
Functional/safety check of caster wheels
Check the caster wheel axle is firmly seated (tightening
torque 7 Nm) and the correct setting
Functional/safety check of footrests
Functional/safety check of folding mechanism
Test drive / functional test
OK / carried out = OK | not OK = not OK | resolved = the fault was corrected
Comments:
Stamp:
Date / Signature
Operating instructions TRAVELER 4all Ergo & 4you Ergo
68
Subsequent inspection: One year later after the last inspection or earlier following particu-
lar loading
OK /
carried out
not OK resolved
Check all screws / fastening elements are firmly seated
Clean and oil / grease all pivot points, quick-release axles
and bearings
Visual inspection of the frame and attachments for crack
formation, deformation, etc.
Functional/safety check of push handles
Functional/safety check of braking system
Functional/safety check of anti-tippers
Functional/safety check of the seat and back system
Functional/safety check of drive wheels
Check wheel tracking and drive wheel bushing are firmly
seated (tightening torque 70 Nm)
Functional/safety check of caster wheels
Check the caster wheel axle is firmly seated (tightening
torque 7 Nm) and the correct setting
Functional/safety check of footrests
Functional/safety check of folding mechanism
Test drive / functional test
OK / carried out = OK | not OK = not OK | resolved = the fault was corrected
Comments:
Stamp:
Date / Signature
Operating instructions TRAVELER 4all Ergo & 4you Ergo
69
Subsequent inspection: One year later after the last inspection or earlier following particu-
lar loading
OK /
carried out
not OK resolved
Check all screws / fastening elements are firmly seated
Clean and oil / grease all pivot points, quick-release axles
and bearings
Visual inspection of the frame and attachments for crack
formation, deformation, etc.
Functional/safety check of push handles
Functional/safety check of braking system
Functional/safety check of anti-tippers
Functional/safety check of the seat and back system
Functional/safety check of drive wheels
Check wheel tracking and drive wheel bushing are firmly
seated (tightening torque 70 Nm)
Functional/safety check of caster wheels
Check the caster wheel axle is firmly seated (tightening
torque 7 Nm) and the correct setting
Functional/safety check of footrests
Functional/safety check of folding mechanism
Test drive / functional test
OK / carried out = OK | not OK = not OK | resolved = the fault was corrected
Comments:
Stamp:
Date / Signature
Operating instructions TRAVELER 4all Ergo & 4you Ergo
70
Subsequent inspection: One year later after the last inspection or earlier following particu-
lar loading
OK /
carried out
not OK resolved
Check all screws / fastening elements are firmly seated
Clean and oil / grease all pivot points, quick-release axles
and bearings
Visual inspection of the frame and attachments for crack
formation, deformation, etc.
Functional/safety check of push handles
Functional/safety check of braking system
Functional/safety check of anti-tippers
Functional/safety check of the seat and back system
Functional/safety check of drive wheels
Check wheel tracking and drive wheel bushing are firmly
seated (tightening torque 70 Nm)
Functional/safety check of caster wheels
Check the caster wheel axle is firmly seated (tightening
torque 7 Nm) and the correct setting
Functional/safety check of footrests
Functional/safety check of folding mechanism
Test drive / functional test
OK / carried out = OK | not OK = not OK | resolved = the fault was corrected
Comments:
Stamp:
Date / Signature
Operating instructions TRAVELER 4all Ergo & 4you Ergo
71
Subsequent inspection: One year later after the last inspection or earlier following particu-
lar loading
OK /
carried out
not OK resolved
Check all screws / fastening elements are firmly seated
Clean and oil / grease all pivot points, quick-release axles
and bearings
Visual inspection of the frame and attachments for crack
formation, deformation, etc.
Functional/safety check of push handles
Functional/safety check of braking system
Functional/safety check of anti-tippers
Functional/safety check of the seat and back system
Functional/safety check of drive wheels
Check wheel tracking and drive wheel bushing are firmly
seated (tightening torque 70 Nm)
Functional/safety check of caster wheels
Check the caster wheel axle is firmly seated (tightening
torque 7 Nm) and the correct setting
Functional/safety check of footrests
Functional/safety check of folding mechanism
Test drive / functional test
OK / carried out = OK | not OK = not OK | resolved = the fault was corrected
Comments:
Stamp:
Date / Signature
Operating instructions TRAVELER 4all Ergo & 4you Ergo
72
Subsequent inspection: One year later after the last inspection or earlier following particu-
lar loading
OK /
carried out
not OK resolved
Check all screws / fastening elements are firmly seated
Clean and oil / grease all pivot points, quick-release axles
and bearings
Visual inspection of the frame and attachments for crack
formation, deformation, etc.
Functional/safety check of push handles
Functional/safety check of braking system
Functional/safety check of anti-tippers
Functional/safety check of the seat and back system
Functional/safety check of drive wheels
Check wheel tracking and drive wheel bushing are firmly
seated (tightening torque 70 Nm)
Functional/safety check of caster wheels
Check the caster wheel axle is firmly seated (tightening
torque 7 Nm) and the correct setting
Functional/safety check of footrests
Functional/safety check of folding mechanism
Test drive / functional test
OK / carried out = OK | not OK = not OK | resolved = the fault was corrected
Comments:
Stamp:
Date / Signature
Operating instructions TRAVELER 4all Ergo & 4you Ergo
73
Subsequent inspection: One year later after the last inspection or earlier following particu-
lar loading
OK /
carried out
not OK resolved
Check all screws / fastening elements are firmly seated
Clean and oil / grease all pivot points, quick-release axles
and bearings
Visual inspection of the frame and attachments for crack
formation, deformation, etc.
Functional/safety check of push handles
Functional/safety check of braking system
Functional/safety check of anti-tippers
Functional/safety check of the seat and back system
Functional/safety check of drive wheels
Check wheel tracking and drive wheel bushing are firmly
seated (tightening torque 70 Nm)
Functional/safety check of caster wheels
Check the caster wheel axle is firmly seated (tightening
torque 7 Nm) and the correct setting
Functional/safety check of footrests
Functional/safety check of folding mechanism
Test drive / functional test
OK / carried out = OK | not OK = not OK | resolved = the fault was corrected
Comments:
Stamp:
Date / Signature
Operating instructions TRAVELER 4all Ergo & 4you Ergo
74
Subsequent inspection: One year later after the last inspection or earlier following particu-
lar loading
OK /
carried out
not OK resolved
Check all screws / fastening elements are firmly seated
Clean and oil / grease all pivot points, quick-release axles
and bearings
Visual inspection of the frame and attachments for crack
formation, deformation, etc.
Functional/safety check of push handles
Functional/safety check of braking system
Functional/safety check of anti-tippers
Functional/safety check of the seat and back system
Functional/safety check of drive wheels
Check wheel tracking and drive wheel bushing are firmly
seated (tightening torque 70 Nm)
Functional/safety check of caster wheels
Check the caster wheel axle is firmly seated (tightening
torque 7 Nm) and the correct setting
Functional/safety check of footrests
Functional/safety check of folding mechanism
Test drive / functional test
OK / carried out = OK | not OK = not OK | resolved = the fault was corrected
Comments:
Stamp:
Date / Signature
Operating instructions TRAVELER 4all Ergo & 4you Ergo
75
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