Best Friend Mobility Rear Support Wheelchair User Manual

Best Friend Mobility Rear Support Wheelchair User Manual

Sizes l/xl

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USER'S MANUAL
Rear Support Wheelchair
For Sizes L/XL

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Summary of Contents for Best Friend Mobility Rear Support Wheelchair

  • Page 1 USER’S MANUAL Rear Support Wheelchair For Sizes L/XL...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ................ PRODUCT INFORMATION ............Measure Your Pet ............ASSEMBLY ................Breakdown of Pre-assembled Parts ......... Assembling the Wheelchair ..........WHEELCHAIR USE ..............Fitting Your Pet into the Wheelchair ......... Troubleshooting .............. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ............CONTACT US ................
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Please read and follow the Assembly instructions before making any attempt to place your pet in the wheelchair. Should you encounter any problems with assembly and fitting, please call Best Friend Mobility directly through our hotline (843) 492-5283. If you think you need a different size, we can process the exchange for you easily.
  • Page 4 Again, we love receiving feedback, stories, photos, and videos of how your pets are doing in their wheelchairs. We can feature them on our site and share your pet’s stories with other pet owners. Sincerely, Tim Cantrell Vice President Best Friend Mobility Phone: 843.492.5283 Fax: 503.296.2865...
  • Page 5: Product Information

    Rear Support pet wheelchair. This Best Friend Mobility Rear Support wheelchair is made to fit dogs according to height. If you find that the wheelchair you received is too big or too small for your pet, again, please call us immediately so that we can make sure you have the correct size.
  • Page 6: Specifications

    • All terrain polyurethane wheels with precision-sealed ball bearings • Easy clip-on front harness system • Durable and easy-to-clean rear harness The Rear Support Wheelchair is good for: • Hip Dysplasia • Arthritis • Neurological problems such as osteomyelitis or degenerative myelopathy •...
  • Page 7: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY upper rear crossbar left and right wheels rear harness left and right side arms left and right leg straps front harness bars lower rear crossbar front harness FRAME ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 8 WHEEL ASSEMBLY FRAME & WHEEL PARTS FRAME PARTS: WHEEL PARTS: 1. DC01A Left Sidearm 1. Wheel 2. DC02A Left Front Harness Bar 2. Treads 3. DC01B Right Sidearm 3. Tire 4. DC02B Right Front Harness Bar 4. Valve 5. Front Harness Female Clips 5.
  • Page 9: Breakdown Of Pre-Assembled Parts

    Breakdown of Pre-Assembled Parts and Tools A. Left and Right Side Arm Assembly B. Upper Rear Crossbar C. Lower Rear Crossbar D. Left and Right Front Harness Bar...
  • Page 10 E. Left and Right Wheels F. Comfort Rear Harness G. Front Harness H. Leg Straps I. Big Open-End Wrench J. Small Open-End Wrench K. Big Hex Wrench L. Small Hex Wrench M. Sports Rear Harness...
  • Page 11: Assembling The Wheelchair

    Assembling the Wheelchair 1. Connecting the upper rear crossbar (B) to the side arm assemblies (A) 1.2 Fit the upper rear crossbar (B) to the left side arm assembly (A). 1.3 Place the connector block screw and the clip connector screw together inside the upper crossbar connector block.
  • Page 12 1.5 Repeat steps 1.1 to 1.3 to connect the upper rear crossbar to the right side arm assembly. 2. Connecting the lower rear crossbar (C) to the side arm assemblies (A) 2.1 Fit the lower rear crossbar (C) to the left and right side arm assemblies (A).
  • Page 13 2.3 Hold the connector block screw steady with an open-end wrench while securing the clip connector screw with a hex wrench. 2.4 Using an open-end wrench and a hex wrench, tighten connector block screws for upper rear crossbar (B) and lower rear crossbar (C) to secure connection to the side arm assemblies (A).
  • Page 14 Your progress so far Figure 1 Please note that the upper rear crossbar is shorter than the lower rear crossbar; this makes the lower portion of the cart wider than the top. 4. Attaching the left and right wheels (E) 4.1 Use the big open-end wrench (I) to unscrew the wheel bolt from the...
  • Page 15 4.3 Screw the bolt back to the right wheel connector on the right side arm assembly (A). Tighten using the big open-end wrench (I). 4.4 Inflate wheels to recommended 35 psi, if necessary, with any standard pump. 5. Connecting the rear harness (F) IMPORTANT NOTE: Start with the sports harness first.
  • Page 16 5.2 Fasten O-connector clamp to the side arm bolt by pushing it upward. 5.3 Repeat steps 5.1 to 5.2 to connect the remaining clamps. 5.4 Adjust the rear harness straps to a comfortable weight- bearing position for your pet. Make it longer or shorter using the adjuster buckle.
  • Page 17 6. Attaching the front harness (G) 6.1 Attach the front harness (G) to the front harness bar simply by connecting the side release buckles. 6.2 Adjust front harness straps for snug yet com fortable fit using the ad juster buckle. 7.
  • Page 18: Wheelchair Use

    Best Friend Mobility Rear Support Wheelchair. Please allow about two weeks for full strengthening of the forelegs before using the pet wheelchair for prolonged periods.
  • Page 19 If the wheels track to one side more than the other, it may simply be due to how your pet naturally walks. You may notice your pet’s gait more due to the new wheelchair, however, he or she will get used to the Rear Support wheelchair and be able to compensate in due time.
  • Page 20: Placing Rear Harness On Pet

    FITTING YOUR PET INTO THE WHEELCHAIR 1. Placing the front harness (G) on your pet 1.1 Detach front harness from the assembled wheelchair. 1.2 Unclip the front harness’ leg strap (red strap). Guide your pet’s head through the black straps, these two are to go below the neck, in front of the forelegs;...
  • Page 21 NOTE: We highly recommend starting with the sports harness (M). This harness is designed specifically for active dogs and gives a bit better range of motion. It is fully adjustable, lightweight, and comfortable. It is great for various activities and we’re found that many dogs, especially the younger ones, prefer the sports harness over the comfort harness.
  • Page 22 2.5 Connect the comfort harness into the side arm bolts by snapping on the O-connectors to the side arm bolts. 2.6 Adjust lift or the rear harness to a comfortable weight-bearing position. 2.7 Snap on the front harness (G) to the front harness bar side release buckles.
  • Page 23 3.3 Bring the wheelchair behind your pet. Move it forward until your pet is positioned in the middle. 3.4 Lift your pet’s rear and gently guide the hind legs down the sports harness. 3.5 Adjust the length of the sports harness’ straps to a comfortable weight-bearing position for your pet using the adjuster buckles.
  • Page 24 The two side arms of the Rear Support Wheelchair’s frame should be parallel to your pet’s back and generally, a couple of inches below the top of his or her back.
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING The Best Friend Mobility Rear Support Wheelchair is fully adjustable. With just a few adjustments, you can ensure proper fit and make it a safe vehicle for your pet. Avoiding misuse and common errors will allow your pet to quickly start enjoying the use of this mobility aid.
  • Page 26 PROBLEM SOLUTION Pet’s hind legs not • The angle of the harness is too high. comfortably resting on the Adjust harness height so that your rear harness and harness pet’s legs are at a comfortable and does not extend beyond pet’s natural height.
  • Page 27: Care And Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE Keep the Best Friend Mobility wheelchair clean. Your pet will surely appreciate it and ride with pride. Wipe down aluminum surfaces with warm, soapy water using a soft cloth such as a microfiber or cotton rag. Rinse and dry.
  • Page 28 Best Friend Mobility 10838 Kings Rd. Myrtle Beach, SC 29572 (843) 492-5283 support@dogwheelchairscenter.com...

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