Tendercare Gas Strut Model v4, Tilt Gas Strut, Fold Gas Strut, GAS STRUT TILT and FOLD Wheelchair User Manual
Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4
Authority. Quality Controller
Authorised. J Adams
January 2011
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Please read these instructions carefully
Before using your wheelchair
Please read Page 8 before using the Tilt in Space facility
Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4
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January 2011
Headrest
Push
Handle
Tipping
Lever
Seat Tilt
Lock
Brake
Lever
Footrest
Armrest
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TILT & FOLD WHEELCHAIR
Backrest
Lock
Gas Strut
Operating Lever
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January 2011
CONTENTS
ITEM DESCRIPTION PAGE
1
Who to contact if you have difficulty
………………………………. 4
2
Intended user
………………………………………………………… 4
3
Unpacking
……………………………………………………………. 4
4
Preparing for use
……………………………………………………..
5
4.1 Unfolding and assembling the wheelchair……………………….. 5
4.2 Fitting and removing footrests…………………………………… 6
4.3 Fitting and removing headrest…………………………………….
7
4.4 Tilt in Space……………………………………………………… 8
4.5 Tyres and Brakes………………………………………………….
8/9
4.6 Rear Wheel Position………………………………………………
9/10
4.7 Self Propelling Wheels……………………………………………
10
4.8 Tipping Wheelchair……………………………………………….
11
4.9 Thoracic Backboard……………………………………………… 12
4.10 Play Tray………………………………………………………… 13
5
User instructions
…………………………………………………….. 16
5.1 Getting into the wheelchair………………………………………. 16
5.2 Getting out of the wheelchair…………………………………….. 16
5.3 Sideways transfer………………………………………………… 16
6
Attendant Pushing
……………………………………………………
17
6.1 Pushing…………………………………………………………… 17
6.2 Brakes…………………………………………………………….. 17/18
6.2 Comfort…………………………………………………………... 18
6.4 Lifting and general safety………………………………………... 18
7
Cleaning
……………………………………………………………… 18
8
Maintenanc
e
…………………………………………………………. 19
8.1 Routine maintenance…………………………………………….. 19
8.2 Six monthly maintenance………………………………………… 19
9
Oxygen cylinder
………………………………………………………
20
10
Warranty
……………………………………………………………...
20
11
Transporting the wheelch
air
………………………………………... 21/22
12
Repairs
……………………………………………………………….. 23
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1. Who to contact in difficulty
Tendercare Ltd
PO Box 3091, Littlehampton, BN16 2WF
Tel (01903) 726161 Fax (01903) 734083
Email:
info@tendercareltd.com
2. Intended user
The wheelchair has been designed for older children and adults who will benefit from a tilt in
space facility. It is also suitable for carrying special seating systems for all children who
require postural management.
It has four wheels the front wheels are castors to allow easy steering. The frame can be folded
for transit and has tilt in space seating. The armrests lift off for easy side transfer and the
push handles are adjustable in height to suit a wide range of attendants.
The maximum user weight including any inserts should not exceed 114.5kg (18 stone).
3. Unpacking
The wheelchair is delivered in a cardboard carton approximate weight 28 kg and size 800 mm
wide x 350 mm deep x 870 mm high.
Warning the transit carton is heavy so moving and unpacking must be done with care.
Observe all lifting and handling regulations.
1) Stand the Carton upright making sure it is supported and cannot fall over. Open the
carton and remove any packages or packing, which could obstruct the removal of the
frame.
2) Carefully pull out the wheelchair and check that you have the following items:-
Item Component Number Yes No
1. Tilt and Fold wheelchair 1
2. Armrests 2
3. Push handles 2
4. Thumb screws (for push handles) 4
5. Footrests 2
6. Headrest support rods 2
7. Fabric headrest support 1
8. Headrest cushion 1
9. User Manual 1
If any items are damaged or missing please contact Tendercare,
Preferably by fax 01903-734083 within 36 hours of delivery.
3) After unpacking and checking you have all components and that they are in good
condition, carefully dispose of the packaging at your local recycling centre.
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4. Preparing for use and operation
Warning: - When opening or folding the wheelchair, ensure that you hold the frame so
that you avoid any danger of catching your fingers in moving parts.
- Keep children clear of the wheelbase during opening and folding.
4.1 Unfolding and assembling the wheelchair
1) Carefully lift the wheelchair upright.
2) Backrest supports.
Standing behind the wheelchair lift the two-backrest locking pins
using the ball shaped handgrips at the bottom of the backrest tubes.
Turn them so that they lock into the groove arrowed opposite.
Lift backrest supports vertical.
Lock the supports in position by moving the handgrips out of the
arrowed groove (see photo) and make sure they move to the bottom
of the slot in the backrest tube.
3) Push handles.
The push handles are fitted to the wheelchair when it is delivered. To
adjust the height to suit you, simply unscrew (turn anti clockwise) the
two thumbscrews at either side and near the top of the backrest. (See
photo opposite) Lift or lower the push handles to a height that suits
you then retighten (turn clockwise) the thumbscrews.
To prevent the push handles moving in use these screws must be tight.
You should regularly check that they are tightened properly.
To make it easier for some people to push the wheelchair when the
backrest is in its lowest position the push handles can be reversed so
that the handgrips are pointing forwards. Simply unscrew the
thumbscrews, turn the push handles so they are pointing forwards and
refit the thumbscrews. Note:- when the handgrips are in this position
the headrest cannot be used.
4) Unfolding the seat.
Standing in front of the wheelchair place palms of hands on each side of the seat then press
down to open the wheelchair. Take care to hold your fingers towards the centre of the seat to
avoid catching them on the wheelchair frame.
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5) Backrest spreader bar.
Standing behind wheelchair lift the chrome “spreader” bar,
which is on the right hand backrest support, upwards and
place its slotted end onto the peg on the left hand backrest
support (arrowed). It may be necessary to push the backrest
supports apart when doing this.
6) Armrests.
Standing at the side of the wheelchair place each armrest
into the holes in the wheelchair frame. (See photo). Make
sure they are pressed into the wheelchair frame properly.
Make sure that the tube supporting the armpad extends to
the rear of the wheelchair.
Armrests must be removed for transportation.
4.2 Fitting and removing footrests
1) Fitting the footrests.
To fit the right hand footrest, stand in front of the
wheelchair. Remove the spring clip from the lower hinge
pin on the side of the wheelchair. Making sure the footplate
is facing in towards the centre of the wheelchair place the
footrest onto the hinge pins. (See Photo opposite). Replace
the spring clip. Swing the footrest towards the centre of the
wheelchair until it locks in place.
Repeat for the left hand footrest.
Adjust the height of the footrest by
loosening the nut on the support
tube using a 10 mm spanner. Move the footrest to the desired height
then retighten the clamp nut. (See picture opposite).
The angle of the footplate can be adjusted by loosening the lock nut,
which is at the bottom of the footplate support tube. Screw in or out
the footplate stop; until the desired angle is obtained then retighten the
lock nut.
Hinge Pins
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2) To fold footrests back against the wheelchair frame.
Lift up the footplate so that it is vertical then push on the silver
catch on the footrest. The Footrest will then swing back. (See
picture opposite).
To return the footrest ready for use simply swing the footrest
forwards until the catch locks then lower the footplate.
3) To remove footrests.
Remove the spring clip from the lower hinge pin. Swing the footrest to the side and
holding the curved part of the support tube lift upwards.
Tip: - The spring clip prevents the footrests being lost. However, if you need to regularly
remove the footrests the spring clip can be discarded.
4.3 Fitting and Removing Headrest
Place the headrest support tubes into the top of
the backrest tubes just in front of the push
handles (see photo opposite).
Fit the headrest upholstery (A) over the two support
rods.
Attach the headrest cushion (B) using the Velcro strips.
Reverse the above to remove the headrest
A
B
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