Meyra 9.050 Operating Manual

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OPERATING MANUAL
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STANDARD FOLDING WHEEL-
CHAIR
Model 9.050
W e
m o v e
p e o p l e .

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  • Page 1 OPERATING MANUAL STANDARD FOLDING WHEEL- CHAIR Model 9.050 m o v e p e o p l e .
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ....................5 List of models ....................6 Indications ..................... 6 Acceptance ....................6 Specifi cations ....................7 Use ......................... 7 Adjustment ....................8 Life span ......................8 Overview ....................... 9 Supplementary safety information ............10 Brake ......................11 Pressure brake - user ..................12 Locking the brakes ..................12 Releasing the brakes ..................12...
  • Page 3 Arm support ....................18 Swivelling up the arm support ................19 Swivelling the arm support inward ..............19 Swivelling down the arm support ..............19 Removing the arm support ................20 Inserting the arm support ..................21 Wheels ......................22 Drive wheels......................22 Quick release axle ..................22 Drive wheels with pneumatic tyres ..............22 Tyre damage on pneumatic tyres ..............22 Support castors...................
  • Page 4 Technical data ..................... 31 Meaning of the labels on the wheelchair ............34 Meaning of the symbols on the type plate ............35 Inspection certifi cate ................. 36 Notes ......................37 Warranty / Guarantee ................. 38 Warrantee / Guarantee section .................39 Inspection certifi cate for transfer ..............39...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    PDF-fi les of the above mentioned doc- uments can be accessed on our web- We thank you for the confi dence you site < www.meyra-ortopedia.com >. have placed in our company by choos- ☞ ing a wheelchair from this series.
  • Page 6: List Of Models

    ACCEPTANCE This operating manual applies to the All products are checked for faults following model: in the factory and packed in special boxes. Model 9.050 ☞ Note: However, we request that you INDICATIONS check the vehicle for possible transport damage immediately on receipt –...
  • Page 7: Specifi Cations

    SPECIFICATIONS The wheelchair of the standard-fold- The wheelchair is universally applica- ing-wheelchair-family, was developed ble on level, fi rm surfaces and can be for adults and adolescents. used as follows: – for indoors (e.g. apartment, day The wheelchair solely serves to trans- care), port one person in the seat and not –...
  • Page 8: 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 9: Overview

    OVERVIEW The overview shows, representative for all models, the most important compo- nents of the standard-folding-wheelchair. Pos. Description Pos. Description 1 Push handle 8 Steering wheel 2 Back support 9 Locking lever– Arm support 3 Arm support 10 Locking knob – Quick release axle 4 Seat belt/seat cushion 11 Brake lever –...
  • Page 10: Supplementary Safety Information

    SUPPLEMENTARY SAFE- TY INFORMATION The following safety information are supplementary to: – Safety and general handling in- structions < Mechanical and mus- cle powered wheelchairs >. ☞ Note: Do not insert fi ngers into open frame tubes (for example after re- moving the arm supports, leg sup- ports or support castors).
  • Page 11: 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 wheel- chair can be equipped with pressure brakes (2) or with drum brakes (3). ☞ Note: Therefore observe the mainte- nance instructions as well as safety...
  • Page 12: Pressure Brake - User

    Pressure 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 the wheelchair forward when both brakes are locked. Releasing the brakes Pull both brake levers back all the way (2).
  • Page 13: 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 pushing rod. Attention: With the drum brakes version, the accompanying person must not lift the wheelchair on the extended push handles.
  • Page 14: Leg Supports

    LEG SUPPORTS Attention: Before any actions on the leg sup- ports the wheelchair is to be se- cured against unintentional rolling motions. ☞ Therefore observe chapter < Brakes >. Calf belt The removable calf belt (1) prevents the feet from sliding off the back of the footplates.
  • Page 15: Attaching The Calf Belt

    Attaching the calf belt For attachment both loops of the calf belt are to be slid over the attachment pins [1]. Length adjustment of the calf belt For length adjustment the calf belt is to be adjusted in length with help of the velcro fastener at the back.
  • Page 16: Leg Support Upper Part

    Leg support upper part The upper leg support with an in- serted lower leg support is termed leg support. 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] and [2].
  • Page 17: Swivelling In The Leg Supports

    Swivelling in the leg supports ☞ Note: After audibly swivelling the leg supports inward check the locking device of the respective leg sup- port. ☞ Afterwards observe chapter < Low- er leg support >. – For inward swivelling, let the leg supports swivel forward until the locking device audibly engages [1].
  • Page 18: Arm Support

    ARM SUPPORT The arm supports [1] are removable [2] and simultaneously serve as pad- ded arm support, clothes guard and wind protector. Attention: No not grab between the frame and arm support. – Danger of jam- ming! • Do not lift the wheelchair using the arm supports.
  • Page 19: Swivelling Up The Arm Support

    Swivelling up the arm sup- port For transfer out of/into the wheelchair the arm support can be swivelled up- ward [1] as well as turned behind the back support [2]. – Fold the locking lever - arm sup- port up (3) in order to swivel up the arm support.
  • Page 20: Removing The Arm Support

    Removing the arm support For removal of the arm support [1]: 1. fold the locking lever up on the front and back (2). 1. fi rst fold the front locking lever up (2), then swivel the arm support up and inward. ☞...
  • Page 21: Inserting The Arm Support

    Inserting the arm support ☞ Note: The tube of the arm support must lie in the guide groove on the back tube (1). 1. For attachment, insert the arm sup- port from the top into the respec- tive bracket and swivel it down. ☞...
  • Page 22: Wheels

    WHEELS Drive wheels The drive wheels are on a quick re- lease axle [1]. ☞ If the drive wheels has too much sideward lag or the quick release axle does not engage, contact your specialist dealer immediately for repair. ☞ No person may be seated in the Drive wheels with pneu- wheelchair during assembly or...
  • Page 23: Support Castors

    SUPPORT CASTORS Stick-in support castors The insertable support castors can be inserted from the back into the lower frame tubes [1]. Removing/inserting the support castors – Depress the corresponding spring button (2) in order to remove/in- sert a support castor. ☞...
  • Page 24: 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 slipping forwards out of the seat (e.g. dur- ing abrupt braking). The retaining strap is screwed with mounting links onto the back tubes.
  • Page 25: Folding/Unfolding

    FOLDING/UNFOLDING Folding the wheelchair Your wheelchair can be folded in a few moments without tools being re- quired [1]. – Remove the seat cushion, if appli- cable. – Remove the calf belt if necessary. – Remove the leg supports or foot board, resp.
  • Page 26: 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 27: Loading

    Loading Transport security ☞ The wheelchair can be loaded with The procedure for securing the the aid of ramps or lifting platforms. wheelchair can be read in the document < Safety and general ☞ Note: handling instructions < Mechanical Observe the safety and general and muscle powered wheelchairs >...
  • Page 28: 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 re- paired by an author-...
  • Page 29 WHEN WHAT REMARK Carry out the test your- Before starting out Check back support self or by a helper. for stability deformations Check frame tubes cracks occur in the for damage welding seams, contact a specialist workshop immediately pairs. – Danger of ac- cidents! Especially before driv- Carry out test yourself...
  • Page 30 WHEN WHAT REMARK Manufacturer recom- To be carried out by Safety inspection mendation: the specialist dealer. – Vehicle Every 12 months (depending fre- quency of use)
  • Page 31: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA Tyre pressure of pneumatic tyres Maximum tyre pressure is printed on All data given in the < Technical data > the tyres on each side. refers to the standard version. Full tyre pressure – drive wheel The overall length depends on the po- Standard: sition and size of the drive wheels.
  • Page 32 Model: .................9.050 Type plate: ................at the crossbrace tube Life span: ......................4 years Dimensions Overall length with leg supports (min. / max.): ......1020 / 1080 mm Length without leg supports (min. / max.): ........770 / 830 mm Overall width (min.
  • Page 33 Transport dimensions Folding length with leg supports (min. / max.): ......1020 / 1080 mm Folding length (without leg supports, drive wheels): ........ 750 mm (Support castors are removed or swivelled underneath the seat) Folding width: ....................280 mm Folding height: ..................min. 960 mm Permitted inclination/slopes max.
  • Page 34: Meaning Of The Labels On The Wheelchair

    Meaning of the labels on the wheelchair Attention! Read the operating manuals and other provided doc- umentation. Do not lift the wheelchair at the arm supports or leg supports. Removable parts are not suitable for carrying. Attention! Readjust the brakes. Attention! Increased danger of tilting when on inclinations / slopes, especially in combination with short wheel...
  • Page 35: Meaning Of The Symbols On The Type Plate

    Meaning of the symbols on the type plate Manufacturer Order number Serial number Production date (Year – Calendar week) Permitted user weight Permitted total weight Permitted axle loads Permissable rising gradient Permissable falling gradient Permitted maximum speed The product is licensed as a seat inside a handicapped transport vehicle (HTV).
  • Page 36: 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 37: Notes

    NOTES...
  • Page 38: Warranty / Guarantee

    Interferences through radiation WARRANTY / 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 39: Warrantee / Guarantee Section

    Warrantee / Guarantee section Please fi ll out! Copy if necessary and send the copy to the specialist dealer. Warranty / 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 40 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 . 205 338 201 (Status: 2010-07) All technical modifi...

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