THIS PRODUCT CONFORMS TO THE AUSTRALIAN STANDARDS AS 3695. PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL VERY CAREFULLY FOR A SAFE AND CORRECT USE OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR. The OSD Standard Millenium II is manufactured according to the highest standards and in conformity with the CE Directive. OSD STANDARD MILLENIUM II FEATURES Standard seat height, adjustable for hemiplegics 24”...
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please inspect your wheelchair before use, checking all components and making sure it is properly adjusted. If you have not used your wheelchair for a long time, please verify if it needs any maintenance before using again. It is also necessary for you to periodically check all the parts which can be affected by tear and wear (tyres, brakes, seat sling, legrests, etc).
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Car/taxi Place the wheelchair in the boot of the car. Should this not be possible, place the wheelchair between the rear and the front seats in a stable position to prevent it from sliding down or tipping over. If possible, block the wheelchair in place by using the car seat belt.
6. DRIVING INSTRUCTION Introduction A correct weight distribution will affect the wheelchair performance. The most important factors to take into consideration when adjusting a wheelchair are the user's body shape and weight, the correct posture of the user and the correct position of the rear wheels. The more weight is applied to the rear wheels, the easier it will be for the user to drive the wheelchair.
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Climbing backwards with an attendant's help - The attendant must pull the wheelchair back until it touches the pavement curb. - Then tilt the wheelchair backwards, using also the tilt-lever, to raise the castors off the ground. - Finally pull the wheelchair up and pull it back. Make sure that all four wheels have climbed over the obstacle, before “lowering”...
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Slopes Make sure to follow the instructions below, when going up or down a slope, to avoid the risk of tipping over. Do not change direction while driving up/down a slope. Push the wheelchair in a straight line when going both uphill or downhill. If you are in doubt when approaching a gradient, ask someone to help you rather than running unnecessary risks.
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Stairs Always ask someone to help you! Never use escalators, neither on your own nor with an attendant. Going down the stairs facing forward with an attendant's help - Push the wheelchair up to the first step. - Tilt the wheelchair backwards on the rear wheels, also using the tilt-lever.
Rear Wheels with Handrims OSD Millenium II standard wheelchair is equipped with aluminium handrims. The material and the distance between the handrims and the rear wheels can influence the user's gripping capacity. • Be aware not to hurt your fingers when going through narrow corridors or to get your finger caught.
8. WARRANTY OSD Standard Millennium II wheelchair has a warranty of 2 years. Please make sure to keep the purchase invoice. CUSTOM MODIFICATIONS All wheelchair modifications or alterations made by the end users which do not conform with the specifications set forth in this Manual will be considered as “custom” changes. “Customized”...
9. TECHNICAL FEATURES OSD STANDARD MILLENIUM II Stable, foldable steel frame. 24” pneumatic rear wheels (diameter 600 mm) with aluminium handrims and quick release axles. Padded flip up armrests, long. Seat and backrest in durable, washable fabric. Independent, removable and height adjustable legrests Heel straps.
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