Vermeiren eclips X4, eclips X4 30 Instruction Manual

VERMEIREN

Eclips X4, Eclips X4 30°

I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L M O D E D ’ E M P L O I G E B R U I K S A A N W I J Z I N G G E B R A U C H S A N W E I S U N G I S T R U Z I O N I P E R L ' U S O I N S T R U K C J A O B S Ł U G I

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Contents

Preface ...................................................................................................................................... 2

Productdescription...................................................................................................... 3

1.1 Intended Use ................................................................................................................ 3

1.2 Technical specifications .............................................................................................. 4

1.3 Drawing ....................................................................................................................... 6

1.4 Accessories .................................................................................................................. 6

1.5 Location identification plate ........................................................................................ 6

1.6 Explanation of symbols ............................................................................................... 7

1.7 Safety rules .................................................................................................................. 7

Use ................................................................................................................................ 8

2.1 Carrying the wheelchair .............................................................................................. 8

2.2 Mounting the rear wheels ............................................................................................ 8

2.3 Unfolding the wheelchair ............................................................................................ 8

2.4 Mounting or removing of the footrests ....................................................................... 8

2.5 Operating the brakes .................................................................................................... 9

2.6 Mounting or removing of arm supports ...................................................................... 9

2.7 Transfer in and out the wheelchair ............................................................................ 10

2.8 Correct position in the wheelchair ............................................................................ 10

2.9 Riding the wheelchair ................................................................................................ 11

2.10 Moving on slopes ...................................................................................................... 11

2.11 Negotiating steps or curbs ......................................................................................... 11

2.12 Fold up the wheelchair .............................................................................................. 13

2.13 Taking off the wheels ................................................................................................ 13

2.14 Pushbar ...................................................................................................................... 13

2.15 Back adjusting (Eclips X4 30°) ................................................................................. 14

2.16 Transport in the car .................................................................................................... 14

2.17 Use of the wheelchair as seat in a motor vehicle (Eclips X4) ................................... 14

Installation and adjustment ..................................................................................... 16

3.1 Tools .......................................................................................................................... 17

3.2 Manner of delivery .................................................................................................... 17

3.3 Adjusting the seat height and seat angle ................................................................... 17

3.4 Flexible seat ............................................................................................................... 19

3.5 Adjusting seat depth .................................................................................................. 20

3.6 Flexible back ............................................................................................................. 20

3.7 Adjust the brakes ....................................................................................................... 20

3.8 Adjusting of the footrests .......................................................................................... 21

3.9 Adjusting of the pushing handles .............................................................................. 22

3.10 Adjusting of the tip cap ............................................................................................. 23

3.11 Adjusting the stability and the maneuverability ........................................................ 23

Maintenance .............................................................................................................. 24

4.1 Regular Maintenance ................................................................................................. 24

4.2 Shipping and storage ................................................................................................. 25

4.3 Care ........................................................................................................................... 25

4.4 Inspection .................................................................................................................. 25

4.5 Disinfection ............................................................................................................... 26

Guarantee .................................................................................................................. 28

Disposal ...................................................................................................................... 28

Declaration of conformity ........................................................................................ 28

Maintenance plan ...................................................................................................... 29

Disinfection book ...................................................................................................... 29

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Preface

First of all we want to thank you for putting your trust in us by selecting one of our wheelchairs.

The Vermeiren wheelchairs are the result of many years of research and experience. During the development, special attention was given to the ease of use and the serviceability of the wheelchair.

The expected lifetime of your wheelchair is strongly influenced by the care and maintenance of the wheelchair.

This manual will help you get acquainted with the operation of your wheelchair. Following the user instructions and the maintenance instructions are an essential part of the

warranty. This manual reflects the latest product developments. Vermeiren has the right to introduce

changes without the obligation to adapt or replace previously delivered models. For any further questions, please consult your specialist dealer.

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1 Productdescription

1.1 Intended Use

The wheelchair is intended for people with walking difficulties or no walking abilities. The wheelchair is designed to transport 1 person. The wheelchair is suited for indoor and outdoor use. The user can propel the wheelchair by himself or have the wheelchair pushed by an

attendant. The different types of fittings and accessories, and the modular construction allow full use by

persons disabled by:

• paralysis

• loss of limbs (leg amputation)

• limb defects or deformations

• stiff or damaged joints

• heart insuffiencies and poor blood circulation

• balance disturbances

• cachexia (decrease in muscle)

• and also for aged persons.

When providing for individual requirements:

• body size and weight (max. 150 kg)

• physical and psychological condition

• residential circumstances

• environment

should be taken into consideration.

Your wheelchair should only be used on surfaces where all four wheels are touching the ground and where there is sufficient contact to propel the wheels equally.

You should practice for use on uneven surfaces (cobblestones, etc.), slopes, curves and to get past obstacles (curbs, etc.).

The wheelchair should not be used as a ladder, nor is it a transport for heavy or hot objects. When used on mats, carpeted floors or loose floor coverings, the floor covering can get

damaged. Use only Vermeiren approved accessories. The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by the lack of or improper service or as a

result of not following instructions from this manual. Compliance with the user and maintenance instructions are an essential part of the

guarantee conditions.

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1.2 Technical specifications

Technical terms below are valid for the wheelchair in standard settings. If other footrests / arm supports or other accessories are used, the tabulated values will change.

Make

Vermeiren

Address

Vermeirenplein 1/15, B

2920 Kalmthout

Type Manual wheelchair

Model

Eclips X4

Maximum occupant mass

150 kg

Description

Dimensions

Effective seat width

390 mm 420 mm 440 mm 460 mm 480 mm 500 mm 550 mm

Overall width (depends on the seat width)

590 mm 620 mm 640 mm 660 mm 680 mm 700 mm 740 mm

Description

Dimensions Min.

Dimensions Max.

Overall length with footrest

1000 mm 1210 mm

Folded length without footrest

740 mm 910 mm

Folded width

300 mm

Folded height

910 mm 1015 mm

Total mass

± 17,10 kg

Mass of heaviest part

9,40 kg

Masses of parts that can be dismantled or removed

Foot supports:

1,90 kg;

Arm supports:

1,65 kg;

Rear wheels: 4,15 kg

Static stability downhill

7,5° (in standard configuration)

Static stability uphill

5° (in standard configuration)

Static stability sideways

>16° (in standard configuration)

Obstacle climbing

60 mm

Seat plane angle

0° 13°

Effective seat depth

420 mm 500 mm

Seat surface height at front edge

390 mm 520 mm

Backrest angle

0° 13°

Backrest height

420 mm 460 mm

Distance between footrest and seat

345 mm 460 mm

Angle between seat and footrest

107°

Distance between armrest and seat

220 mm

Front location of armrest structure

340 mm

Handrim diameter

535 mm

Horizontal location of axle (deflection)

-47 mm 19 mm

Minimum turning radius

1530 mm

Diameter Krypton PU Rear wheels

24"

Tyre pressure, rear (driving) wheels (only for air tyres)

Max. 3.5 bar

Diameter Krypton PU steering wheels

150 mm 200 mm

Tyre pressure, steering wheels (only for air tyres)

Max. 2.5 bar

Storage and use temperature

+ 5 °C + 41 °C

Storage and use humidity

30% 70%

We reserve the right to introduce technical changes. Measurement tolerance

± 15 m

m / 1,5 kg

/ °

Table 1: Technical specifications Eclips X4

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Make

Vermeir

Address

Vermeirenplein 1/15, B

2920 Kalmthout

Type Manual wheelchair

Model

Eclips X4

30°

Maximum occupant mass

150 kg

Description

Dimensions

Effective seat width

390 mm 420 mm 440 mm 460 mm 480 mm 500 mm 550 mm

Overall width (depends on the seat width)

590 mm 620 mm 640 mm 660 mm 680 mm 700 mm 740 mm

Description

Dimensions Min.

Dimensions Max.

Overall length with footrest

1000 mm 1210 mm

Folded length without footrest

1000 mm 1210 mm

Folded width

300 mm

Folded height

910 mm 1015 mm

Total mass

± 30 kg

Mass of heaviest part

22,30 kg

Masses of parts that can be dismantled or removed

Foot supports:

1,90 kg;

Arm supports:

1,65 kg;

Rear wheels: 4,15 kg

Static stability downhill

7,5° (in standard configuration)

Static stability uphill

Axle block backwards: 4°

Axle block forwards: Anti-tipping device must be standard available

Static stability sideways

>16° (in standard configuration)

Obstacle climbing

60 mm

Seat plane angle

0° 13°

Effective seat depth

420 mm 500 mm

Seat surface height at front edge

390 mm 520 mm

Backrest angle

0° 43°

Backrest height

420 mm 460 mm

Distance between footrest and seat

345 mm 460 mm

Angle between seat and footrest

107°

Distance between armrest and seat

220 mm

Front location of armrest structure

340 mm

Handrim diameter

535 mm

Horizontal location of axle (deflection)

-47 mm 19 mm

Minimum turning radius

1530 mm

Diameter Krypton PU Rear wheels

24"

Tyre pressure, rear (driving) wheels

Max. 3.5 bar

Diameter Krypton PU steering wheels

150 mm 200 mm

Tyre pressure, steering wheels

Max. 2.5 bar

Gas pressure spring

2 x 275N

Storage and use temperature

+ 5 °C + 41 °C

Storage and use humidity

30% 70%

We reserve the right to introduce technical changes. Measurement tolerance

± 15 m

m / 1,5 kg

/ °

Table 2: Technical specifications Eclips X4 30°

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The wheelchair complies to the requirements set up in: ISO 7176-8: Requirements and test methods for static, impact and fatigue strengths.

ISO 7176-16: Resistance to ignition of upholstered parts ISO 7176-19: Wheeled mobility devices for use as seats in motor vehicles. (shall be only for

Eclips X4 wheelchair)

1.3 Drawing

1.4 Accessories

The following accessories are available for the Eclips X4, Eclips X4 30°:

• Anterior pelvic belt (B58) for mounting on the tubes of the back

• Anti-tipping device (B78) for mounting on the bottom frame

• Arm supports (B02, B03, B05, B66)

• Footrests (B06, BZ8, BZ7)

• B52 Serum holder

• B74 Drum brakes

• T30 Transit wheelchair

Contact your specialist dealer about other accessories. He will gladly advise you.

1.5 Location identification plate

1 = Vermeiren name 2 = Taxi hooks 3 = Identification plate 4 = Name Eclips X4

1 = Cross 2 = Handles 3 = Backrest 4 = Arm pads 5 = Arm supports 6 = Driving wheels (rear wheels) 7 = Hand rims 8 = Brakes 9 = Steering wheels (Front wheels) 10 = Seat 11 = Tip cap 12 = Footrests 13 = Footplate

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1.6 Explanation of symbols

Maximum mass

Indoor and outdoor use

Minimum slope

CE conformity

1.7 Safety rules

To prevent injury and/or damage to your wheelchair, make sure that no objects

and/or body parts are caught in the spokes of the driving wheels.

The parking brakes should be applied before getting into and out of the wheelchair.

When getting into and out of the wheelchair, do not stand on the footplates. These should be folded up beforehand, or the footrests should be swung completely outwards out of the way.

Investigate the effects of shifting the centre of gravity on the behavior of the wheelchair, for example on up or down gradients, on laterally sloping ground, or when overcoming obstacles. Obtain support from an attendant.

If you want to pick up something (lying in front of, on the side, or to the rear of the wheelchair), you should not lean too far out to avoid tipping over.

When moving through doors, arches, etc. ensure that there is enough room at the sides so that you do not get your hands or arms caught or crushed and that there is no damage to the wheelchair.

Only use your wheelchair according to regulations. For example, avoid uncontrolled rolling against obstacles (steps, curbs, doorframes, etc) or dropping down from ledges. The manufacturer cannot assume liability for damage caused by overloading, collision or other improper use.

Stairs may only be negotiated when aided by another person. If furnishings like drive-on, ramps or lifts are available, use them.

When moving on the public highway, you are subject to the rules of the road.

When driving your wheelchair, you should not be under the influence of alcohol or medicine as in the case of driving other vehicles. This also applies to indoor driving.

When travelling outdoors, adapt your driving to weather and traffic conditions.

When transporting the wheelchair, never pick it up by grasping movable parts (arm supports, footrests, etc.)

To be better visible when driving in the dark, wear the brightest possible clothing or clothes with reflectors, and check that the reflectors mounted on the sides and rear of the wheelchair are clearly visible.

Never exceed the maximum load of your wheelchair.

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2 Use

This chapter describes the everyday use. These instructions are for the user and the specialist dealer.

The wheelchair is delivered fully assembled by your specialist dealer. The instructions intended for the specialist dealer on how to set up the wheelchair are given in § 3.

2.1 Carrying the wheelchair

The best way to carry the wheelchair is to make use of the wheels and roll the wheelchair. If this is not possible (e.g. when the rear wheels are taken off for transportation in a car),

firmly grasp the frame on the front and the grips. Do not use the foot or arm supports or the wheels to grasp the wheelchair.

2.2 Mounting the rear wheels

1. Take the rear wheel and push on button .

2. Keep the button pushed in and mount the rear wheels axle till it stops.

3. Release the button.

4. Check that the wheel is secured.

2.3 Unfolding the wheelchair

LLLL

CAUTION:

Risk of clamping – Keep fingers away from moving parts of the

wheelchair.

1. Position yourself behind the wheelchair.

2. Use the handgrips to open the wheelchair as much as possible.

3. Position yourself at the front of the wheelchair.

4. Push both seating tubes down till they are fixed in their position.

5. When the pushbaris available mount the pushbarto the right handle.

2.4 Mounting or removing of the footrests

The mounting of the footrests is done as follows:

1. Hold the footrest sideways at the outside of the wheelchair frame and mount the tube hood  into the frame.

2. Swing the footrest inwards till it clicks in position.

3. Swing the foot plate downwards.

To take off the footrests:

1. Pull handle .

2. Swing the footrest to the outside of the wheelchair till it comes loose from the guidance.

3. Pull the footrest tube hood



out the wheelchair

frame.

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2.5 Operating the brakes

LLLL

WARNING:

The brakes are not used to slow down the wheelchair during movements – Use the brake only to prevent the wheelchair from unintended movements.

LLLL

WARNING:

Good operation of the brakes is influenced by wear and contamination of the tires (water, oil, mud, …) – Check the condition of the tires before each use.

LLLL

WARNING:

The brakes are adjustable and can wear – Check the operation of the brakes before each use.

To apply the brakes:

1. Push the brake handles  forward till you feel a distinctive click.

LLLL

CAUTION:

Risk of unintended movement – Make sure the wheelchair is on a flat horizontal surface before releasing the brakes. Never release both brakes simultaneously.

To release the brakes:

1. Release one brake by pulling the handle  backwards.

2. Hold the hand-rim of the released wheel with your hand.

3. Release the second brake by pulling the handle backwards.

2.6 Mounting or removing of arm supports

LLLL

CAUTION:

Risk of clamping – Keep fingers, buckles and clothes away from the

bottom side of the arm support.

The arm supports of the wheelchair can be mounted by following instructions.

1. Mount the rear tube of the arm rest in tube hood .

(Fig A)

2. Make sure the arm support is mounted very well.

3. Fold the arm support to the front.

4. Pull lever



on tube hood



upwards.

(Fig B)

5. Click the front tube of the arm support  in tube hood .

(Fig B)

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To open and remove the arm support:

1. Pull lever  and pull the front of the arm support  upwards.

(Fig C)

2. Fold the arm support backwards.

To remove the arm support, pull the rear of the arm support from tube hood .

(Fig D)

2.7 Transfer in and out the wheelchair

LLLL

CAUTION:

In case you cannot perform the transfer in a safe manner, ask

someone to assist you.

LLLL

CAUTION:

Risk of tipping over of the wheelchair – Do not stand on the foot

plates.

1. Position the wheelchair as close as possible to the chair, couch or bed to/from you wish to transfer.

2. Check both brakes from the wheelchair are in the on position.

3. Fold the foot plates upwards to prevent standing on them.

4. If the transfer is on the side of the wheelchair, fold the arm support on that side upwards. (see § 2.6)

5. Transfer to/from the wheelchair.

2.8 Correct position in the wheelchair

Some recommendations for a comfortable use of the wheelchair:

• Position your backside as close as possible to the back rest.

• Make sure your upper legs are horizontal – If needed adjust the length of the

footrests. (see § 3.8.1)

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2.9 Riding the wheelchair

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of clamping – Prevent your fingers from being caught by the

wheels spokes.

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of clamping – Be careful passing through restricted passages

(e.g. doors).

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of burns – Be careful when driving in hot or cold environments (sunshine, extreme cold, saunas, etc.) for a sufficient amount of time and when touching - Surfaces can assume the environment temperatures.

1. Release the brakes.

2. Take both hand rims at their highest position.

3. Lean forward and push the hand rims forward until straight arms.

4. Swing your arms loosely back to the hand rims topside and repeat the movement.

2.10 Moving on slopes

LLLL

WARNING:

Control your speed – Moving on slopes as slow as possible.

LLLL

WARNING:

Consider the capacities of your attendant – If your attendant does not have enough force to control the wheelchair, put on the brakes.

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of tipping over – Lean forward to move your centre of gravity forward. To improve a better stability.

1. If available on the wheelchair, wear the safety belt.

2. Do not attempt moving on too high slopes. The maximum slope angles (upwards and downwards) are mentioned in table 1 for Eclips X4, table 2 for Eclips X4 30°.

3. Ask an attendant to help you moving on the slope.

4. Lean forward to move your centre of gravity forward.

2.11 Negotiating steps or curbs

2.11.1 Getting down steps or curbs

Riding down low curbs can be done moving forwards. Make sure that the foot rests do not touch the ground.

A practiced user can negotiate small steps or curbs by himself:

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of tipping over – If you do not have enough experience with your wheelchair, ask assistance of an attendant.

1. Bring balance on the rear wheels to reduce the pressure on the front wheels.

2. Negotiate the curbs.

Higher curbs can be taken forward with an attendant:

1. Ask the attendant to tip the wheelchair slightly backwards.

2. Get past the curbs while moving on the rear wheels.

3. Put the wheelchair back on the four wheels.

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An experienced user can negotiate higher curbs by himself. This is best done backwards.

1. Turn the wheelchair to have the rear wheels facing the curb.

2. Lean forward to move your centre of gravity forward.

3. Move the wheelchair close to the curbs.

4. Use the hand rim to roll-off wheelchair from the curb in a controlled manner.

2.11.2 Moving up steps or curbs

Moving up steps or curbs with attendant as follows:

1. Prevent the foot rests from touching the curb.

2. Ask the attendant to tip the wheelchair backwards, just enough to move the front wheels over the curb.

3. Lean backwards to move your centre of gravity above the rear wheel.

4. Place the front wheels on the curb.

5. Roll rear wheels of the wheelchair over the curb.

Higher curbs are negotiated backwards:

1. Turn the wheelchair to have the rear wheels facing the curb.

2. Lean backwards and move your centre of gravity above the rear wheels.

3. Ask the attendant to pull the wheelchair on the curb.

4. Take back the normal position in the wheelchair. An experienced user can negotiate curbs by himself:

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of tipping over – If you have not enough experience to control

the wheelchair, get help from an attendant.

1. Drive until the curbs.

2. Ensure that the footrest do not touch the curbs.

3. Lean backwards so you are balancing on the rear wheels.

4. Role the front wheels balancing over the curbs.

5. Bend forward for more stability.

6. Role the rear wheels over the curbs.

2.11.3 Taking of stairs

Taking of stairs while you staying in the wheelchair shall be according following rules:

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of tipping over – Taking of stairs shall always with 2 attendants.

1. Remove the footrests.

2. One attendant tip the wheelchair slightly backwards.

3. The second attendant take the front of the frame.

4. Stay calm, avoid sudden movements and keep your arms inside the wheelchair.

5. Take the steps on the rear wheels of the wheelchair.

6. Mounting the footrests back after taking the stair.

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2.12 Fold up the wheelchair

LLLL

CAUTION:

Chance of pinching – Do not place fingers between the components

of the wheelchair.

1. When the pushbar is available remove the pushbar.

Fold or remove the footplates (see § 2.4).

3. Take the seat on the front side and backside and pull it up.

4. Push on the handgrips to fold up the wheelchair further.

2.13 Taking off the wheels

To facilitate the transport off the wheelchair the rear wheels can be taken off:

1. Make sure the brakes standing in the off position.

2. Take the wheelchair to the side frame where you want to remove the wheel.

3. Press the button  in the center of the wheel hub.

4. Pull the wheel away from the frame.

2.14 Pushbar

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of injury - Make sure that all screws are properly tightened.

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of injury - When equipped with the pushbar, the pushing

pole shall always be mounted (→ to increase the stability of the back).

Your wheelchair can have a pushbar. The pushbar increase the stability of the back and offer you the possibility of pushing the wheelchair by an attendant. To do this, use the premounted handles.

As there are different pushbars for different seat widths, take care that no tension between the pushing handles of the back tubes is created.

The mounting of the pushbaris done as follows:

1. Secure the pushbar  by fastening the left side to the end of back tube handle  with the Philips screw  in the applicable sunk threads.

2. Screw gently the Philips screw  on the right hand side into the thread of the back tube.

3. Swing the pushbarto the right.

4. Hook the suspension of the pushbar  over the screw thread.

Use the two holes on the left handgrip to adjust the tension of the backrest.

To take off the pushbar:

1. Loosen the Philips screw  on the right handgrip.

2. Remove the hook from the right handgrip.

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2.15 Back adjusting (Eclips X4 30°)

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of tipping over – Be aware that the stability decrease when

adjust the back backwards.

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of injury – Tighten the parking brakes before adjusting the

backrest inclination.

With the model Eclips X4 30° it is possible to set the backrest backwards with a maximum inclination of 30°. Be sure that the patient sits i n the chair when the attendant shall perform the backrest adjusting and that the wheelchair does not tip over.

1. Pull handle  on both sides towards the grab handle  to adjust the back rest.

2. Pull both back tubes backwards continuously to a maximum inclination of 30°.

3. The gas pressure spring  shall be pressed in.

To set the back to a vertical position, proceed in the same manner.

If your wheelchair features drum brakes, the handles  are used as brakes; additional levers  have been mounted for backrest adjusting.

2.16 Transport in the car

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of injury – See that the wheelchair is attached properly. So you

can avoid injury from the passengers during collision or sudden braking.

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of injury – Use for attaching the wheelchair and passenger

NEVER the same seatbelt.

To transport the wheelchair in the car use following steps:

1. Remove footrests and accessories.

2. Store footrests and accessories safely.

3. If possible, fold the wheelchair and remove the wheels.

4. Place the wheelchair in the luggage place.

5. If the wheelchair and the passenger compartment is NOT separated, attach the frame of the wheelchair securely to the vehicle. You can use the available safety belts in the vehicle.

2.17 Use of the wheelchair as seat in a motor vehicle (Eclips X4)

The wheelchair shall not be used as a seat in a motor vehicle for the Eclips X4 30°.

LLLL

WARNING:

The wheelchair has passed the crash of ISO 7176-19: 2008 and, as

such, has been designed and tested for use only as forward-facing seat in a motor vehicle.

LLLL

WARNING:

The wheelchair's pelvic belt alone is not suited as an occupant

restraint belt.

The wheelchair is tested using the four-point strap-tie system and a 3-point occupantrestraint system.

Whenever feasable, use the seat of the vehicle and store the wheelchair in the cargo area.

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Steps to secure the wheelchair in a motor vehicle:

1. Check that the vehicle is equipped with a suitable wheelchair tie down and occupantrestraint system, conform ISO 10542.

2. Check that the components of the wheelchair tie down and occupant restraint system are not frayed, contaminated, damaged or broken.

3. If equipped with an adjustable seat and/or back tilt, make sure that the wheelchair user is sitting as upright as possible. If the user's condition prevents this, a risk assessment should be done to evaluate the user's safety during transit.

4. Remove all mounted accessories such as trays and respiratory equipment, and secure them in a safe place.

5. Position the wheelchair facing forward in the travelling direction, centrally between the tie-down rails mounted in the floor of the vehicle.

6. Make sure that the indicated zones around the wheelchair user are clear from rigid vehicle parts.

7. Mount the front securement straps according to the instructions of the strap-system manufacturer at the indicated place. (figure 3)

This place is marked on the wheelchair with a symbol. (figure 4)

8. Roll back the wheelchair until the front straps are tight.

9. Apply the wheelchair brake.

10. Mount the back securement straps according to the instructions of the strap-system manufacturer at the indicated place. (figure 3)

11. This place is marked on the wheelchair with a symbol. (figure 4)

figure 3

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Steps to secure the wheelchair user:

1. Remove both arm rests.

2. If present, attach the wheelchair's pelvic belt.

3. Attach the occupant restraint belts according to the instructions of the strap-system manufacturer.

4. Wear the pelvic belt low across the front of the pelvis, so that the angle of the pelvic belt is within the preferred zone of 30° to 75° to the horizontal, similar to that shown below.

5. A steeper (greater) angle within the preferred zone is desirable.

6. Adjust the belt tightly according to the instructions of the strap-system manufacturer, consistent with the user's comfort.

7. Ensure that the restraint belt connects in a straight line to the anchor point in the vehicle and that no bends in the belt are visible, for instance at the axle of the rear wheel.

8. Install the arm rests, if desired. make sure that belts are not twisted or held away from the body by wheelchair components such as arm rests or wheels.

3 Installation and adjustment

The instructions in this chapter are for the specialist dealer.

The Vermeiren Lightweight wheelchairs Eclips X4 and Eclips X4 30° has been designed entirely for your comfort. This wheelchair can be adjusted to individual requirements as explained below.

To find a service facility or specialist dealer near you, contact the nearest Vermeiren facility. A list of Vermeiren facilities can be found on the last page.

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of unsafe settings - Use only the settings described in this

manual.

LLLL

WARNING:

Variation of allowed adjustments can still change the stability of your

wheelchair (tilt back or sideways).

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3.1 Tools

To set up the wheelchair the following tools are needed.

• Wrench set n° 10 to n° 19

• Allen key set n° 4 to n° 5

• Screwdriver Phillips head

3.2 Manner of delivery

The Vermeiren Eclips X4, Eclips X4 30° shall be del ivered with:

• 1 frame with arm supports, rear and front wheels (for Eclips X4 30° additionally: adjusting system 30° back angle)

• 1 pair footrests

• Tools

• Manual

• Accessories

3.3 Adjusting the seat height and seat angle

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of injury - Make sure that all screws are properly tightened with

the appropriate tool.

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of tipping over - When the driving wheels are adjusted, the

position of the wheels are altered.

The Vermeiren Eclips X4, Eclips X4 30° are adjustab le in different seat heights and different seat angles by changing the wheels position. At each height there is a different setting of the front and rear wheels.

Seat height Rear wheel Front wheel

Diameter Position

390 mm Position 1 150 mm Hole 4 445 mm Position 2 200 mm Hole 5 471 mm

(Standard)

Position 3 200 mm Hole 3

520 mm Position 4 200 mm Hole 2

Table 3: Seat heights by seat angle 4°

Change the seat height and seat angle according following steps:

* Front wheel:

1. Loosen the screws Ⓐ from the steering wheel adapter Ⓑ.

2. Choose correct size for the adapter Ⓑ and fork.

3. Place the steering wheel adapter in the desired position.

4. Tighten the screws Ⓐ properly.

5. Loosen the screws Ⓓ from the front fork Ⓔ.

6. Choose the correct position or change diameter of the wheel in the front fork.

7. Tighten the screws Ⓓ properly.

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* Rear wheel:

Remove the rear wheels (see § 2.13).

2. Loosen the fixing screws Ⓐ from the rear axle block Ⓑ.

3. Push the axle block Ⓑ upwards or downwards to the desired height.

4. Tighten the screws Ⓐ properly.

5. Mount the rear wheels.

Adjust the brakes according § 3.7.

Adjustment of the slope nuts Ⓒ from the steering wheels.

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of injury - Make sure that the eccentric screw settings are

identical on both front-wheel adapters and, before using the wheelchair.

This figure illustrates the principle. The position of the screw thread is indicated by a number.

Shows the frame when the seat is horizontal and the

adapter is perpendicular to the ground. B Shows the frame when the seat is tilted slightly and the

adapter is not perpendicular.

Position 4

Position 3

Position 2

Position 1

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Some of the wheelchairs are made with an adjustable axle adjuster. With these adjuster you can also change the seat height.

1. Remove the screws  and .

2. Push/Pull the adjustable axle adjuster  upwards or downwards to the required height.

3. Retighten the screws  and .

3.4 Flexible seat

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of injury - Make sure that all screws are properly tightened with

the appropriate tool.

The seat frame is available in different seat depths. To close the gap between the back frame and the seat, fold the flap of the backrest under

the seat ( Velcro fastening).

Changing the seat cover as follows:

1. Remove the screw at the front end of the seat frame.

3. Now the seat Ⓐ can be removed by pulling it gently forwards out the sleeve of tube Ⓑ.

Do the reverse when you want to replace the seat.

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3.5 Adjusting seat depth

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of injury - Make sure that all screws are properly tightened

before using the wheelchair.

Adjust the seat depth according following procedure:

1. Remove the arm supports, footrests and rear wheels.

2. Loosen the screws .

3. Loosen the screws .

4. Remove the crosses from the seat located on the main frame  by folding the wheelchair.

5. Remove the screws  located in the blocks for the cross  on the main frame .

6. Remove the adjustable axle adapter, if available on your wheelchair.

7. Adjust the seat depth to the desired position by moving the backframe  and/or seatframe  steps from 20 mm.

8. Tighten all the screws properly by hand.

9. Fold the flap of the backrest under the seat (Velcro fastening), to close the gap between the back frame and the seat.

10. Adjusting the seat is not necessary.

3.6 Flexible back

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of injury - Make sure that all screws are properly tightened

before using the wheelchair.

The height of the back can be adjusted by setting the entire back tube.

For adjusting the height of the back cover, loosen the fixing screws  behind the back tube. Then you can move the cushion upwards or downwards. There are fixing holes every 20 mm in the back tube where the screws can be retightened.

3.7 Adjust the brakes

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of injury – Brakes may only be adjusted by your specialist

dealer.

Adjust the brakes according following rules:

1. Install the wheels according § 2.2.

2. Disconnect the brakes by pulling lever  backwards.

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3. Loosen the bolts  so the brake mechanism can slide over the guide .

4. Pull the brake mechanism over the guide  to the desired position.

5. Retighten the bolts .

6. Check working of the brakes.

7. If necessary repeat the above steps until the brakes are adjusted well.

3.8 Adjusting of the footrests

3.8.1 Length of the footrests

LLLL

CAUTION:

Risk of damage – Avoid that the footrests make any contact with the

ground. Keep a minimum distance from 60 mm above the ground.

Adjust the length of the footrests as follow (3 positions possible: steps 35 mm → holes outside tube, 6 positions possible: steps 25 mm → inner tube):

(Fig A)

1. Remove the screw .

2. Adjust the length of the footrest to a comfortable length.

3. Tighten the screw



properly.

3.8.2 Depth of the footplate

Adjust the depth of the footplate as follow (in three different positions: steps 20 mm):

1. Remove the screws .

(Fig B)

2. Adjust the depth of the footrest to a comfortable position

(Fig A)

. Position 1: hole 2 and 4 Position 2: hole 3 and 5 Position 3: hole 4 and 6

3. Tighten the screws properly .

(Fig B)

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3.9 Adjusting of the pushing handles

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of injury - Make sure that all screws are properly tightened with

the appropriate tool.

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of tipping over - Make sure that the tubes of the pushing

handles are positioned identically on both sides.

3.9.1 Pushing handles for the Eclips X4

The tube handle Ⓐ is fixed to the back frame Ⓑ. Adjust the height of the pushing handles as follow:

1. Remove the arm supports.

3. Remove the screws Ⓓ from the block were the armrests rest on.

4. Pull the tube handle to the desired height.

Pusing handle height

Tube handles Ⓐ

ⒶⒶ

Ⓐ

Tube frame ⒷⒷⒷⒷ

910 mm

(Standard)

Hole 9 and 11 Hole 1 and 2

925 mm Hole 8 and 10 Hole 1 and 2 940 mm Hole 7 and 9 Hole 1 and 2 955 mm Hole 6 and 8 Hole 1 and 2 970 mm Hole 5 and 7 Hole 1 and 2

985 mm Hole 4 and 6 Hole 1 and 2 1000 mm Hole 3 and 5 Hole 1 and 2 1015 mm Hole 2 and 4 Hole 1 and 2 Table 4: Pushing handle heights

3.9.2 Pushing handles / Back adjusting for the Eclips X4 30°

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of injury - Make sure that all screws are properly tightened with

the appropriate tool.

With the model Eclips X4 30° you can adjust the height of the pushing handles  in back tube .

1. Loosen the Philips screw .

2. Set the pushing handles to the required height.

3. Retighten the Philips screw  again.

The back cushion is not adjustable in different heights. The back height (BH: 300 mm, 350 mm, 400 mm) must be indicated when ordered.

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3.10 Adjusting of the tip cap

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of injury - Make sure that all screws are properly tightened with

the appropriate tool.

A tip cap is mounted on the lower right back frame that can be adjusted in its height depending on the seat height of the wheelchair. The tip cap can be placed in 2 different position with a difference of 15 mm.

1. Remove the screws Ⓑ.

2. Adjust the height of the tip cap to a comfortable position.

Tip cap height

110 mm

(Standard)

Hole 1 and 3 Hole 1 and 3

125 mm Hole 1 and 3 Hole 2 and 4

Table 5: Tip cap heights for wheelchair with standard

seat height of 471 mm

3. Tighten the screws properly Ⓑ.

(Fig C)

If an anti-tip device is installed, it replaces the addition of the tipping lever and can be used accordingly.

3.11 Adjusting the stability and the maneuverability

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of injury - Make sure that all screws are properly tightened with

the appropriate tool.

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of injury - Make sure that the axle adapters  of the rear

wheels on both sides are mounted in the same position.

LLLL

WARNING:

Risk of tipping over - Be aware that you change the stability of the

wheelchair.

The driving wheels are mounted in an axle adapter  at the bottom of the back frame .

1. Loosen the fixing screws .

2. Turn the axle adapter  to the back until the axle mounting is behind the back frame.

3. Tighten the screws properly .

4. Adjust the brakes.

For the Eclips X4 30° there shall be standard an an ti-tipping device mounted on the wheelchair when the axle adapter  is positioned to the front.

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Some of the wheelchairs are made with an adjustable axle adjuster. With these adjuster you can also change the stability and the manoeuvrability of your wheelchair.

1. Remove the screws  and .

2. Push/Pull the adjustable axle adjuster  upwards or downwards to the required height or mount the rear wheel in another axle mounting .

3. Retighten the screws  and .

4. Adjust the brakes.

Please note that your wheelchair might become tipping over. To prevent this, you can also mount an anti-tipping device.

4 Maintenance

Lifetime of the wheelchair is influenced by its use, storage, regular maintenance, servicing and cleaning.

4.1 Regular Maintenance

The maintenance activities to ensure a good condition for your Vermeiren wheelchair are described below:

• Before every ride

 Check the tyres and make them clean. If necessary change the tire.  Check screw fastenings are secured.  Check the brakes and adjusted if necessary.

 Check the wheelchair (cleanliness, cracks, damage on structural parts ... .)

and make it clean. If necessary change the coating.

• Every 8 weeks: inspection and possibly lubricating or adjusting from

 Arm supports  Footrests  Brake lever  Wheel axles  Back adjusting system (For Eclips X4 30°)

• Every 6 months or for every new user

 General review  Disinfection  Frontwheels, possibly clean bearings

For your convenience, on the back of this manual is a maintenance plan. Repairing and assembling of spare parts for your wheelchair may only be performed by the

specialist dealer. Only authorized Vermeiren spare parts may be installed.

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4.2 Shipping and storage

The shipping and storage of the wheelchair shall be according following instructions:

• Store in a dry place (between +5 °C and +41 °C).

• The relative humidity of the air should be between 30% and 70%.

• Provide sufficient covering or packaging to protect the wheelchair from rust and

foreign bodies. (e.g. salt water, sea air, sand, dust).

• Store all removed parts together in one place (or mark them if necessary) to avoid mixing up with other products when re-assembling.

• Components must be stored without being subjected to strains (Do not put too heavy parts on the wheelchair, not clamping between something, ...).

4.3 Care

4.3.1 Seat and back cushion

The cleaning of the seat and back cushion shall be according:

 Clean seat and back with a cloth moistened with hot water. Be aware that you do not

soak the seat and back cushion.

 Use a mild commercial detergent for removing stubborn dirt.  Stains can be removed by using a sponge or a soft brush.  Do not use strong cleaning liquids like solvents, nor use hard brushes.  Never clean with steam and/or pressure washers.

4.3.2 Plastic parts

Clean plastic parts of your wheelchair with commercial plastic cleaners. Only use a soft brush or soft sponge. Examples of plastic parts are the armrests, footrests, handles, tyres

and ... .

4.3.3 Coating

The high quality of the surface layer guarantees optimal protection against corrosion. If the outer coat is damaged by scratching or in some other way, get your specialist dealer to repair the affected surface.

When cleaning, only use warm water and normal household detergents and soft brushes and cloths. Ensure that no wetness gets into the tubes.

Initially the zinc parts only require rubbing with a dry cloth. Stubborn dirt can best be removed by using a suitable commercial zinc polish.

4.4 Inspection

In principle we recommend one inspection every year, and a minimum of one before usage is resumed. All of the following checks must be performed and documented by authorized persons:

• Check the frame parts and the hinged tubes for plastic deformation, cracks and impaired functioning.

• Visually check for damage to the paintwork (danger of corrosion)

• Check the operation of the wheels (free running, level rolling, axle play, tyres, profile,

condition of the rims, air pressure in the case of air tyres, floating axles, etc.)

• Check the solidity and seating of all screws.

• Verify the amount of grease on the metal joints of movable parts

• The condition and security of the guides and axles of the steering wheels

• Visually check all plastic parts for cracks and brittle spots

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• Check the functioning of the arm supports and footrests (locking, load, deformation, wear caused by loads).

• Check the operation of other detachable parts (example: anti-tipping device, personal safety belt, etc.)

• Check functioning of the gas pressure spring (synchronized, deformation, oiled) (only with Eclips X4 30°)

• Completeness of the delivery condition, instruction manual available?

The service must only be signed off in the maintenance plan if a minimum of all the abovementioned aspects have been checked.

4.5 Disinfection

LLLL

WARNING:

Dangerous Products - The use of disinfectants is restricted to

authorized personnel.

LLLL

WARNING:

Dangerous Products, change on irritate your skin - You should wear suitable protective clothing because the disinfectants could irritate your skin. For this purpose you should also take note of the product information of the solutions concerned.

All parts of the wheelchair can be treated by scrubbing with a disinfectant.

All steps taken to disinfect rehabilitation equipment, their components or other accessory parts are to be recorded in a disinfection report containing a minimum of the following information (with product documentation appended):

Date of the

disinfection

Reason Specification Substance and

concentration

Signature

Table 6: Example of a disinfection book

Abbreviations used in column 2 (reason): V = Suspected infection IF = Infection case W = Repetition I = Inspection

For a blank sheet of a disinfection book see § 9. The recommended disinfectants for scrubbing (based on the list provided by the Robert

Koch Institute, RKI) are standing in the table below. The current state of the disinfectants included in the RKI list can be obtained from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) (homepage: www.rki.de).

Active substance

Product name Laundry

disinfection

Surface disinfection (scrubbing/wiping disinfection)

Disinfection of excretions 1 part sputum or stools + 2 parts

diluted solution or 1 part urine + 1 part

diluted solution

Area of effectiveness

Manufacturer or Supplier

Sputum Stools Urine

% Hr. % Hr. % Hr. % Hr. % Hr.

Phenol or phenol derivative

Amocid 1 12 5 6 5 4 5 6 5 2 A Lysoform Gevisol 0,5 12 5 4 5 4 5 6 5 2 A Schülke & Mayr Helipur 6 4 6 4 6 6 6 2 A B. Braun m-cresylic soap

solution (DAB

1 12 5 4 A

Phenol 1 12 3 2 A

Chlorine, organic or inorganic substances with active chlorine

Chloramin-T DAB 9

1,5 12 2,5 2 5 4 A1B

Clorina 1, 5 12 2,5 2 5 4 A1B Lysoform Trichlorol 2 12 3 2 6 4 A1B Lysoform

Per combinations

Apesin AP1002 4 4 AB Tana

PROFESSIONAL Dismozon pur2 4 1 AB Bode Chemie Perform2 3 4 AB Schülke & Mayr Wofesteril2 2 4 AB Kesla Pharma

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Active substance

Product name Laundry

disinfection

Surface disinfection (scrubbing/wiping disinfection)

Disinfection of excretions 1 part sputum or stools + 2 parts

diluted solution or 1 part urine + 1 part

diluted solution

Area of effectiveness

Manufacturer or

Supplier

Sputum Stools Urine

% Hr. % Hr. % Hr. % Hr. % Hr.

Formaldehyde and/or other aldehydes or derivatives

Aldasan 2000 4 4 AB Lysoform Antifect FD 10 3 4 AB Schülke & Mayr Antiseptica

surface disinfection 7

3 6 AB Antiseptica

Apesin AP30 5 4 A Tana

PROFESSIONAL Bacillocid

special

6 4 AB Bode Chemie

Buraton 10F 3 4 AB Schülke & Mayr Desomed A

2000

3 6 AB Desomed

Hospital disinfectant cleaner

8 6 AB Dreiturm

Desomed Perfekt

7 4 AB* Desomed

Formaldehydesolution (DAB

10), (formaline)

1,5 12 3 4 AB

Incidin Perfekt 1 12 3 4 AB Ecolab Incidin Plus 8 6 A Ecolab Kohrsolin 2 12 3 4 AB Bode Chemie Lysoform 4 12 5 6 AB Lysoform Lysoformin 3 12 5 6 AB Lysoform Lysoformin

2000

4 6 AB Lysoform

Melsept 2 12 4 6 AB B. Braun Melsitt 4 12 10 4 AB B. Braun Minutil 2 12 6 4 AB Ecolab Multidor 3 6 AB Ecolab Nûscosept 5 4

Dr. Nüsken

Chemie Optisept 7 4 AB* Dr. Schumacher Pursept-FD 7 4 AB* Merz Ultrasol F 3 12 5 4 AB Fresenius Kabi

Amphoteric surfactants (amfotensiden)

Tensodur 103 2 12

MFH Marienfelde

Lye Lime-milk3 20 6 A3B 1 Not effective against myco-bacteria when service disinfecting, especially in the presence of blood. 2 Not suitable for disinfecting blood-contaminated or porous surfaces (e.g. raw wood). 3 Useless for tuberculosis; preparation of Lime-milk: 1 part dissolved lime (calcium hydroxide) + 3 parts water. * Checked for effectiveness on viruses in accordance with checking methods of the RKI (Federal Health Reporting 38 (1995) 242). A: Suitable for killing vegetative bacterial germs including myco-bacteria as well as fungi, including fungal spores. B: Suitable for deactivating viruses.

Table 7: Disinfectants

Kindly consult your specialist dealer if you have queries on matters related to disinfection; he will gladly assist you.

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5 Guarantee

Excerpt from the "General Business Conditions": (...)

5. The guarantee period for warranty claims is 24 months. As a result of our superior quality requirements, we can increase the time bar on warranty claims beyond these fundamental, statutory requirements for (...)

-Frame and cross-hinge of wheelchairs 4 years

The guarantee excludes damage arising from structural changes to our products, insufficient maintenance, defective or improper handling or storage or the use of non-original parts. Likewise, the guarantee excludes parts or working parts subject to natural wear and tear.

(...)

6 Disposal

When disposing of the wheelchair, contact your local disposal centre or return the product to your specialist dealer who, after submitting it to a hygienic procedure, will be able to send it back to the manufacturer who will dispose of and recycle it correctly, separating it into its component materials.

Packaging materials can be taken to disposal or recycling centers or to your specialist dealer.

7 Declaration of conformity

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