Motion Composites MOVE User Manual

Motion Composites MOVE User Manual

Ultralight folding wheelchairs
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MOVE - EDITION - V 1.0
70156-a.1-MOVE EN-User Manual 1.1
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Ultralight Folding Wheelchairs
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  • Page 1 User Manual MOVE - EDITION - V 1.0 70156-a.1-MOVE EN-User Manual 1.1 User Manual Ultralight Folding Wheelchairs...
  • Page 2: Contact Information

    Maintenance manual& warranty information Dealer: This manual must be given to the user of the MOVE wheelchair before its first use. User: Prior to using the MOVE wheelchair, carefully read this manual and keep it for future reference. For more information about this product, its parts/accessories and the services provided, please visit: www.motioncomposites.com...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    User Manual MOVE - EDITION - V 1.0 Table of contents ADJUSTMENTS AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR MOVE 10.1 SERVICE WELCOME TO MOVE 10.2 REPLACEMENT PARTS CONTACTING US ORDERING INFORMATION: IMPORTANT INFORMATION 10.3 TOOLS NEEDED 10.4 GENERAL MAINTENANCE TABLE OF CONTENTS 10.4.1...
  • Page 4: Product Overview

    Product Overview Parts List 1 Push handle 10 Caster housing 2 Back cane 11 Wheel lock 3 Arm pad* 12 Crossbrace 4 Rear wheel 13 Rear wheel mounting plate 5 Seat rail 14 Armrest pivot 6 Front rigging 15 Armrest* 7 Footplate* 16 Anti-tipper 8 Caster*...
  • Page 5: Before Use

    Please note the MOVE has not been tailored to be used as a transportation device in a motor vehicle while seated. Always transfer from the wheelchair when boarding a motor vehicle.
  • Page 6: Technical Specifications

    Frame Folding with aluminum cross brace Material aluminum alloy The MOVE wheelchair has a weight limit of 250 lbs (or 350 lbs with an HD kit). The specified weight capacity includes: both Weight 19 lbs (8.61 kg) the rider and any luggage. A user with a 10 lbs backpack, for (w/o rear wheels &...
  • Page 7: Riding Your Move

    User Manual MOVE - EDITION - V 1.0 Riding your MOVE Riding your wheelchair Various adjustments of your wheelchair (seat height/ Should you make any adjustments, make sure to depth/system, back angle, rear & front wheels camber/ familiarize yourself with the wheelchair movements size/position, position of the front riggings) could affect before removing the anti-tippers.
  • Page 8: Transferring

    If your wheelchair is not equipped with anti-tippers, back it Lean your upper body slightly forward as you move up an against a wall and lock the rear wheels. obstacle. Do the reverse while moving down an obstacle. Keep both hands on the hand rims while passing over the obstacle.
  • Page 9: Moving With Assistance

    Use an elevator wherever possible. • Press downwards on both seat rails in order to engage the Ask for help from two people to move the wheelchair up or lock mechanism of the wheelchair. It is necessary to push down stairs (the caregivers should read the “Caregiver” section down on the middle of the seat rails to make sure that they of this manual).
  • Page 10: Front Riggings

    Front Riggings Armrests 9.3.1 Installing Ensure that armrests are securely locked into arm sockets and armrest release buttons are locked into place prior to using the wheelchair . • Insert the front rigging pivot into the wheelchair’s mounting tube. • Never lift the wheelchair by holding the armrests. •...
  • Page 11: Seat Belts

    User Manual MOVE - EDITION - V 1.0 Seat belts Rear Wheels 9.8.1 Quick-release axles Use positioning belts ONL Y to help support the rider’s posture. Improper use of these belts may cause severe injuries to the rider . • To remove the rear wheels, push...
  • Page 12: Tools Needed

    Backrest 10.5.1 Removing/Installing the Back Canes The MOVE was designed to be serviced with regular tools. All screws and bolts are standard and can be adjusted with a wrench, socket wrench, or Allen key . Do not use air or electric tool, tightening should be done manually .
  • Page 13: Armrests

    User Manual MOVE - EDITION - V 1.0 10.6 Armrest 10.7 Front riggings 10.6.1 Installing Flip-back Armrests 10.7.1 Adjusting Footrest length • Remove screws on front riggings (1) (Fig. 16) • Slide the extension tube inside the front rigging at the desired length.
  • Page 14: Seat

    10.8 Seat 10.10 Front casters, forks and fork stem assemblies It may be difficult to unfold the wheelchair if the seat upholstery has been installed too tight. 10.10.1 Removing/Installing/Repositioning the Front Wheels • Loosen nut (3) and 10.8.1 Replacing Seat Upholstery remove bolt (1) (Fig.
  • Page 15: Removing/Installing The Stem Bolt Assembly

    User Manual MOVE - EDITION - V 1.0 10.11 Rear wheels 10.10.3 Removing/Installing the stem bolt assembly 10.11.1 Adjusting Quick-Release Axles T ransit securement points are to remain in their original • Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair. positions. Transit securement points are only designed •...
  • Page 16: Adjusting The Rear Axle Height

    • Remove the nut (3) holding the axle • Loosen screws (1) (Fig. 27). bushing. • Slide the wheel lock to the desired • Move axle bushing (1) (Fig. 25) along position. mounting plate (2). • Tighten screws (1) to a snug fit.
  • Page 17: Anti-Tippers

    User Manual MOVE - EDITION - V 1.0 10.14 Anti-tippers 10.15. Headrest Kit and Headrest Support 10.14.1 Adjusting the Height of the Anti-tippers 10.15.1 Installing a headrest support The anti-tippers should be between 1½ and 2 ¾ inches (40 to 70 mm) off the ground. Improper spacing may result in •...
  • Page 18: Amputee Axle Plate

    (2) years from the date of purchase, except for parts listed below. Limitations and exclusions Motion Composites covers the following items for 30 days: • tires and tubes for front or rear wheels, upholstery (including cushions, seat slings, armrest upholstery) and push-handle grips;...
  • Page 19: Particular Damages

    If your wheelchair requires warranty service, please contact distributor or other party for repair: an authorized Motion Composites Dealer in Canada or an Wheels, arm rest, foot rest, upholstery , cushion authorized international distributor. In the event of a defect in material or workmanship, the Dealer or Distributor must obtain •...
  • Page 20: Safety Inspection Checklist

    (Medical Devices) Regulations 93/42/CEE. Checks for component interference. Medical Device(s): Check for irregular noise and rattles. MOVE manual wheelchair Manufacturing site: Weekly Motion Composites 519 J-Oswald-Forest Suite 101, St-Roch-de-l’Achigan Check tire pressure with a tire gauge...
  • Page 21: Notes

    User Manual MOVE - EDITION - V 1.0 Notes...
  • Page 22: Appendix

    Appendix TABLE “FRONT SEAT -TO-FLOOR HEIGHTS” 4” caster 5” caster 6” caster 7” caster 8” caster ” ” ” 16” ” 13” ” ” ” 17” ” ” 16” 17” ” 14” ” ” ” 18” ” 16” 17” 18” ”...
  • Page 23 23,5 ° Right 21,0 ° 23,5 ° The ISO7176 tests are available for the Motion Composites wheelchair user, service center, retailor or distributor. Please contact our service department at info@motioncomposites.com or call 1-450-588-6555 to get the complete test results. Conversion chart...
  • Page 24 Motion Composites 519 J-Oswald-Forest Suite 101, St-Roch-de-l’Achigan Quebec, Canada, J0K 3H0 Phone: 1-866-650-6555 Fax: (450) 588-0200 support@motioncomposites.com www.motioncomposites.com T (450) 588-6555 - 1 866 650-6555 F (450) 588-0200 info@motioncomposites.com...

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