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Page 1: Lightweight Wheelchairs
OPERATING MANUAL LIGHTWEIGHT WHEELCHAIRS Model-Family 1.7xx Model-Family 1.8xx Model-Family m o v e p e o p l e . -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ....................4 List of models ....................5 Indications ..................... 5 Acceptance ....................5 Specifi cations ....................6 Use ......................... 6 Adjustment ....................7 Life span ......................7 Overview ....................... 8 Brake ......................9 Pressure brake/drum brake - user ..............10 Locking the brakes ..................10 Releasing the Brakes ..................10 Drum brake for accompanying persons ............11... - Page 3 Wheels ......................24 Drive wheels .......................24 Quick release axle ..................24 Tyre damage on pneumatic tyres ..............24 Specialities for double handrims ...............25 Propelling the wheelchair ................25 Folding/unfolding with double handrims ...........25 Support castors ..................26 Support castor length: ..................26 Stick-in support castors ..................26 Removing/inserting the support castors .............26 Swing-out support castors .................27 Swinging the support castors ...............27...
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Page 4: Introduction
For users with visual impairments the the proven MEYRA-Ortopedia tech- PDF-fi les of the above mentioned doc- nology. uments can be accessed on our web- site <... -
Page 5: List Of Models
LIST OF MODELS ACCEPTANCE This operating manual applies to the All products are checked for faults following models: in the factory and packed in special boxes. Model-Family 1.7xx ☞ Note: Model 1.750 However, we request that you Model 1.751 check the vehicle for possible Model 1.760 transport damage immediately on receipt –... -
Page 6: Specifi Cations
SPECIFICATIONS The wheelchair of the lightweight- Through its constructive advantages family, was developed for adults and the wheelchair can universally be im- adolescents. plemented on level, fi rm surfaces and is therefore an allround-wheelchair: The wheelchair solely serves to trans- –... -
Page 7: Adjustment
ADJUSTMENT LIFE SPAN The specialist workshop will hand out We expect an average lifespan of the wheelchair to you under consid- about 4 years for this product, as far eration of all relevant safety instruc- as the product is applied for its des- tions, ready for operation and adjust- ignated purpose and all maintenance ed to your needs. -
Page 8: Overview
OVERVIEW The overview shows, representative for all models, the most important compo- nents of the wheelchair. Pos. Description Pos. Description 1 Push handle 7 Foot board/footplates divided 2 Back support 8 Steering wheel 3 Arm support 9 Drive wheel 4 Clothes guard 10 Brake lever –... -
Page 9: Brake
BRAKE By locking the brakes with the brake lever (1), the wheelchair is secured against rolling away unintentionally (parking brake). Depending on the version, the light- weight wheelchair can be equipped with pressure brakes (2) or with drum brakes (3)+(4). ☞... -
Page 10: Pressure Brake/Drum Brake - User
Pressure brake/drum brake - user Locking the brakes To secure the wheelchair against any unintentional rolling, press both brake levers forward all the way (1). ☞ Note: It should not be possible to push wheelchair forward when both brakes are locked. Releasing the Brakes Pull both brake levers back all the way (2). -
Page 11: Drum Brake For Accompanying Persons
Drum brake for accompany- ing persons The drum brake is operated by the accompanying person by way of the brake levers (1) on the extended push handles or the push bar. Attention: With the drum brakes version, the accompanying person must not lift the wheelchair on the extended handles. -
Page 12: Brake Lever Extension
Brake lever extension The brake lever extensions multiply the applied brake force and reduce the force you need to apply in order to lock the brakes (1). Attention: Do not use the grips of the brake lever as support ! •... -
Page 13: Leg Supports
LEG SUPPORTS Attention: Before any actions on the leg supports the wheelchair is to be secured against unintentional rolling motions. – View chapter < Brakes >. Folding up the footplates The footplates (2) are to be folded up for entry into, exiting the wheelchair or "scuttling"... -
Page 14: Turning The Leg Supports To The Side
Turning the leg supports to the side For easy transfer out of/into the wheelchair as well as driving closer to a closet, bed or bathtub the leg sup- ports can be swivelled away toward the in-/outside (1). – Therefore pull or press the respec- tive locking lever (2) and swivel the corresponding leg support inward/ outward. -
Page 15: Removing The Leg Supports
Removing the leg supports For easy transfer into and out of the wheelchair as well as a reduced wheel- chair length (important for transport) the leg supports can be removed (1). – Loosen or remove the calf belt, if available, on one side. –... - Page 16 Height adjustment of the leg sup- port Attention: Never put the free hand into the adjustment mechanism while ad- justing the height adjustable leg support. – Danger of crushing! – Have the leg support secured by an accompanying person against unintentionally falling down.
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Page 17: Arm Supports
ARM SUPPORTS The arm supports (1) can (depend- ing on the model) be removed, are height adjustable (2) and at the same time serve as a padded arm support, clothes guard and wind breaker. Attention: No not grab between the frame and arm support. -
Page 18: Inserting The Arm Support
Inserting the arm support According to model and design: – First insert the arm support beside the seat surface from the top into the guide (1). – Then press the arm support down and lower the locking lever (2). ☞ Note: The rear fi... -
Page 19: Swivelling Up The Arm Support
Swivelling up the arm support For transfer out of/into the wheelchair the arm support can be swivelled up- ward as well as folded behind the back support (1). – Fold up the locking lever (2) in or- der to swivel the arm support up- ward. -
Page 20: Height Adjustable Arm Supports
Height adjustable arm supports The padded arm supports are height adjustable by 10.5 cm in 7 steps (1). Height adjustment Code 81: – Pull the padded arm support up to the desired height (1). – To lower the padded arm support, pull the locking lever (2) over to the top. -
Page 21: Back Support
BACK SUPPORT On some models we offer angle ad- justable back supports (1). – Increase of mobility of the upper body, as well as reduced wheelchair height (important when stowing the wheelchair) through the fold- able back support. – Pressure relief for buttocks muscles (decubitus prophylaxis). -
Page 22: Push Handles
PUSH HANDLES The height adjustable push handles are about 30 cm continuously height adjustable, turnable in steps of 30° and secured against being pulled out. Push handles with clamping de- vice ☞ In doing so, hold onto the push handle that is to be adjusted with one hand. - Page 23 Height adjustable push handles with tube guide The push handles (1) are guided swivel-proof inside the back tube and steplessly height by up to 10 cm. Height adjustment: ☞ In doing so, hold onto the push handle that is to be adjusted with one hand.
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Page 24: Wheels
WHEELS Drive wheels The drive wheels are mounted on a fi xed axle (1) or on a quick release axle (2). ☞ Note: The air pressure value for the tyres of the wheelchair can be read in the < Technical data > or details on both sides of the tyre cover. -
Page 25: Specialities For Double Handrims
Specialities for double handrims The wheelchair can be propelled with on hand with the double handrim (1). Attention: Before each ride ensure the secure fi t of the connection rod (2)! Propelling the wheelchair Both handrims are to be operated simultaneously to drive straight for- ward. -
Page 26: Support Castors
SUPPORT CASTORS Code 691 To increase tilting stability each side can be equipped with one bent tub- ing with two small wheels which can be inserted into the lower frame tub- ing from the rear (1) Support castor length: The support castors must protrude be- yond the drive wheels, identically on both sides, by at least their diameter in order to have an adequate anti-tip... -
Page 27: Swing-Out Support Castors
Swing-out support castors The support castors (1) can be swiv- elled inward underneath the seat (2). ☞ Swivelling of the support castors can be done by an accompanying person or aid. – Free foot space for the accompany- ing person with the support castors swung inwards. -
Page 28: Retaining Strap
RETAINING STRAP The retaining strap (1) serves to strap in a person sitting in the wheelchair. – Additional stabilisation of the sit- ting position. – Prevents the user from falling for- wards out of the wheelchair. – Continuous adjustment to suit the user’s needs. -
Page 29: Folding/Unfolding
FOLDING/UNFOLDING Folding the wheelchair The Lightweight Wheelchair can be folded without tools in few steps, (1). – Remove the seat cushion, if appli- cable. – Remove the calf belt if necessary. – Remove the leg supports or foot board, resp. fold up both foot- plates, view chapter <... -
Page 30: Unfolding The Wheelchair
Unfolding the wheelchair Tip the wheelchair slightly to one side in order to make the unfolding easier. At the side resting on the fl oor, press the seat tube down to the end stop (1). ☞ Note: ☞ You may need to press down both seat tubes with the hands in order to do this. -
Page 31: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance schedule WHEN WHAT REMARK Carry out test yourself Before starting out Test brakes for fault- or with a helper. less operation Activate brake lever to the limit. The locked wheels should not be able to turn under op- erating conditions.If they can still turn, the brakes must be repaired... - Page 32 WHEN WHAT REMARK Carry out visual check Before starting out Check tyre profi le yourself. If the tyre profi le is worn down or if the tyre is damaged, con- sult a specialist work- shop for repairs. Carry out the test your- Check backrest for self or by a helper.
- Page 33 WHEN WHAT REMARK Every 6 months Check (depending fre- See Care. – Cleanness. quency of use) See Repairs. – General condition. Manufacturer recom- To be carried out by the Safety inspection mendation: specialist dealer. – Vehicle Every 12 months (depending fre- quency of use)
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Page 34: Technical Data
TECHNICAL DATA Tyre fi lling pressure: Maximum tyre pressure is printed on All model depending data within the the tyres on each side. < Technical data > correspond to the Full tyre pressure – steering wheel standard version of the respective Standard: model and can also be transferred to 2.5 - 3.5 bar = 36 - 50 psi... -
Page 35: Model 1.750 / 1.751
Model: ............1.750 / 1.751 / 1.760 Type plate: ................at the crossbrace tube Life span: ......................4 years Dimensions Overall length (with leg supports): Model 1.750 / 1.751: ............min. 1000 / max. 1040 mm Model 1.760: ..............min. 1000 / max. 1070 mm Length without leg supports: .......... -
Page 36: Model 1.750 / 1.760
Seat inclination: Model 1.750 / 1.760: ................ min. 0° / max. 4° Model 1.751: ....................min. 4° Manufacturer setting ....................4° Leg support angle: ....................111° Foot support to seat, without seat cushion (lower shank length): with leg supports code 808: ............. min. 35 / max. 52 cm with foot board code 54: ............ - Page 37 Permitted inclination/slopes max. obstacle height (depending on the setting of the leg support height): 0 to 100 mm Minimal turning radius: ................1250 mm max. permissible rising gradient: .............. 4.5° (8 %) max. permissible falling gradient: ............. 4.5° (8 %) max.
- Page 38 Model: ..............1.840 / 1.850 Type plate: ................at the crossbrace tube Life span: ......................4 years Dimensions Overall length: with leg supports: ............min. 1020 / max. 1090 mm without leg supports: ..................775 mm With the driving wheel position in the rear, the length is extended by 70 mm. Overall width: ..............
- Page 39 Foot support to seat, without seat cushion (lower shank length): Model 1.840: ................min. 35 / max. 46 cm Model 1.850: ................min. 38 / max. 52 cm Wheels Steering wheel: ø 125 mm: ....................solid rubber ø 142 mm: ..................soft solid rubber ø...
- Page 40 Permitted inclination/slopes max. obstacle height (depending on the setting of the leg support height): ................0 to 100 mm Minimal turning radius: ................1250 mm max. permissible rising gradient: .............. 4.5° (8 %) max. permissible falling gradient: ............. 4.5° (8 %) max.
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Page 41: Meaning Of The Labels On The Wheelchair
Meaning of the labels on the wheelchair Attention Read the operating manuals and oth- er provided documentation. Do not lift the wheelchair at the arm supports or leg supports. Detachable parts are not suitable for carrying. Attention Readjust the brakes. Attention Increased danger of tilting when on inclinations / slopes, especially in com-... -
Page 42: Meaning Of The Symbols On The Type Plate
Meaning of the symbols on the type plate The product is licensed as a seat inside a hand- Manufacturer icapped transport ve- hicle (HTV). Order number The product is not li- Serial number censed as a seat inside a handicapped trans- port vehicle (HTV). -
Page 43: Inspection Certifi Cate
INSPECTION CERTIFICATE Vehicle data: Model: Delivery note no.: Serial-no.(SN): Recommended safety inspection 1st year Recommended safety inspection 2nd year (at least every 12 months) (at least every 12 months) Stamp of specialist dealer: Stamp of specialist dealer: Signature: Signature: Place, date: Place, date: Next safety inspection in 12 months Next safety inspection in 12 months... -
Page 44: Notes
NOTES... - Page 45 NOTES...
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Page 46: Warranty / Guarantee
Interferences through radiation WARRANTEE / GUARAN- sources such as mobile phones with high transmission power, HiFi-equip- ment and other extreme interference We accept legal liability for this prod- radiators outside of norm specifi ca- uct within the scope of or general tions cannot be declared as warranty terms and conditions and warranty or guarantee claims. -
Page 47: Inspection Certifi Cate For Transfer
WARRANTEE / GUARANTEE SECTION Please fi ll out! Copy if necessary and send the copy to the specialist dealer. Warrantee / Guarantee Model designation: Delivery note no.: SN (view type plate) Date of delivery: Stamp of the specialist dealer: Inspection certifi cate for transfer Vehicle data: Serial-no.(SN): Stamp of specialist dealer:... - Page 48 Your specialist dealer: MEYRA-ORTOPEDIA Vertriebsgesellschaft mbH Meyra-Ring 2 · D-32689 Kalletal-Kalldorf P.O. Box 1 703 • D-32591 Vlotho Fon +49 (0)5733 922-311 Fax +49 (0)5733 922-9311 info@meyra-ortopedia.de www.meyra-ortopedia.de m o v e p e o p l e . 205 303 001 (Status: 2010-02) All technical modifi...