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OPERATING MANUAL
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FOLDING WHEELCHAIR

Model 1.735
Model 1.736
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  • Page 1: Folding Wheelchair

    OPERATING MANUAL FOLDING WHEELCHAIR Model 1.735 Model 1.736 m o v e p e o p l e .
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ....................5 Indications ..................... 6 Acceptance ....................6 Specifications ....................6 Use ......................... 7 Adjustment ....................7 Life span ......................7 Overview ....................... 8 Brake ......................9 Pressure brake - user ....................9 Locking the brakes ..................9 Releasing the brakes ..................9 Leg supports ....................
  • Page 3 Arm supports ....................17 Removing the arm supports ................17 Inserting the arm support ..................18 Height adjustment of the arm supports ............18 Seat ......................19 Seat strap, standard ...................19 Seat pad ......................19 Back support ....................20 Back support belt, standard ................20 Angle adjustable back support .................20 Height adjustable back support ................20 Adjustable back ....................20...
  • Page 4 Manoeuvre rollers ..................27 Shunting castors without brakes ..............27 Retaining strap ................... 28 Transport ..................... 28 Transport security ....................28 Transport of people inside a motor vehicle ..........29 Securing the wheelchair ..................29 Maintenance ....................29 Maintenance .......................29 Maintenance schedule ..................30 Technical data .....................
  • Page 5: Introduction

    For users with visual impairments the PDF-files of the above mentioned doc- uments can be accessed on our web- We thank you for the confidence you site < www.meyra.com >. have placed in our company by choos- ing a wheelchair from this series. ☞...
  • Page 6: Indications

    INDICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS If the following indications occur we The wheelchair was developed for recommend the application of this adults and adolescents. Three frames mobility product: are available: ☞ Walking disability resp. extremely – short (only with model 1.736), limited walking ability as part of –...
  • Page 7: Use

    ☞ Retrospective adjustments should be carried out solely by the special- ist dealer! The wheelchair can universally be im- plemented on level, hard surfaces and is therefore an allround-wheelchair: LIFE SPAN – for indoors (e.g. apartment, day care), We expect an average life span of –...
  • Page 8: Overview

    OVERVIEW The overview shows the most important components of the wheelchair. Pos. Description Pos. Description 1 Back support 9 Push handle 2 Arm support 10 Side element 3 Seat belt / seat cushion 11 Handrims 4 Leg support 12 Drive wheel 5 Calf strap 13 Tilt aid 6 Footplate...
  • 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 wheel- chair can be equipped with pressure brakes (2) or with drum brakes (3). ☞ Note: Therefore observe the Mainte- nance schedule on page 30 as...
  • Page 10: 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 Securing the wheelchair on page 29! Calf belt The removable calf belt (1) prevents the feet from sliding off the back of the footplates.
  • Page 11: Lower Leg Support

    Lower leg support The footplates are to be folded up for entry into, exiting the wheelchair or scuttling (moving the wheelchair with help of the feet) [1]. ☞ Check the locking points! – Remove both feet from the foot- plates. –...
  • Page 12: Footboard

    Footboard The footboard [1] can be folded up to one side. ☞ Note: Fold the footboard up before swiv- elling away and removing the up- per leg support. Folding up the footboard In order to fold up the footboard lift the loose end of the footboard (2) as far as possible.
  • Page 13: Upper Leg Support

    Upper leg support (only with model 1.736) 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).
  • Page 14: 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]. ☞ Note: Before removing the leg supports loosen or remove the calf belt on one side.
  • Page 15: Height Adjustment Of The Leg Support

    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 jamming! • Have the leg support secured by an accompanying person against unintentionally falling down.
  • Page 16: Leg Supports For Amputees

    Leg supports for amputees (only with model 1.736) ☞ Therefore observe chapter Upper leg support on page 13. Attention: Never put the free hand into the adjustment mechanism while ad- justing the amputee leg support. – Danger of jamming! • Have the amputee leg support secured by an accompanying per- son against unintentionally falling...
  • Page 17: Arm Supports

    ARM SUPPORTS The arm supports can (depending on equipment) be removed, are height adjustable and at the same time serve as a padded arm support, clothes guard and wind protector. Attention: No not grab between the frame and arm support. – Danger of jam- ming! •...
  • Page 18: Inserting The Arm Support

    Inserting the arm support To attach the arm support insert the bolt currently in the slanted position (1) into the respective receptacle (2). ☞ When swivelling down the arm support, take care that the bracket (3) grips around the back tube. –...
  • Page 19: Seat

    SEAT Seat strap, standard The seat strap (1) is tensed through the seat tubes and can be bent up- ward in the middle for folding [2]. ☞ Therefore observe document < Safety and general handling in- structions mechanical and muscle powered wheelchairs >...
  • Page 20: Back Support

    BACK SUPPORT Back support belt, standard The back strap is tightened through the back tubes (1). The extended back support element is velcro strapped underneath the seat strap. Angle adjustable back sup- port The angle adjustable back support [2] can be adjusted in angle by +/- 10° in 5°-steps.
  • Page 21: Removing The Back Support Upholstery

    Removing the back support up- holstery For removal, first pull off the rear part of the back support upholstery (1), then fold it over to the front and pull it off of the adjustable back strap (2). Placing the back support uphol- stery For placing the back support uphol- stery (1), lay it centred around the up-...
  • Page 22: Push Handles

    PUSH HANDLES The height adjustable push handles [1] are attached to the back support with a clamping jig each (2) and can be adjusted to the requirements of the accompanying person. Height adjustable push han- dles The push handles are continuously height adjustable, swivelling in steps of 30°...
  • Page 23: Removing The Push Handles

    Removing the push handles Loosen the clamping lever (3) and pull the according push handle up as far as it will go. Press the respective spring button (4) inward and pull the push handle out of the clamping device (5). Inserting the push handles Press down the spring button (4) and insert the push handle from the top...
  • Page 24: Push Handles With Tube Guidance

    Push handles with tube guidance The push handles [1] are guided swiv- el-proof inside the back tube and con- tinuously height adjustable by up to 10 cm. Height adjustment of the push handles – First hold onto the push handle that is to be adjusted then swivel the corresponding clamping lever (2) with the other hand into the...
  • Page 25: Wheels

    WHEELS Tyre damage on pneumatic tyres ☞ For repairing tyre damage we rec- ommend the use of a foam car- tridge that is available in special- ity shops. – Afterwards look up a specialist workshop as soon as pos- sible. Drive wheels The drive wheels are on a full quick release axle (1).
  • Page 26: Support Castors

    SUPPORT CASTORS Stick-in support castors Removing/inserting the support castors – Depress the corresponding spring button (1) in order to remove/in- sert a support castor. ☞ The respective spring button (1) must visibly and audibly engage. Swing-out support wheels The support castors (2) can be swiv- elled inward underneath the seat [4].
  • Page 27: Manoeuvre Rollers

    MANOEUVRE ROLLERS For driving through tight passages (e.g. in trains) the wheelchair can be pushed over the shunting castors [1] without drive wheels by an attendant. Shunting castors without brakes Attention: The wheelchair may only be parked under the supervision of an attendant! –...
  • Page 28: Retaining Strap

    RETAINING STRAP The retaining strap [1] is screwed from the back onto the respective back sup- port tube. ☞ Note: The retrospective assembly of a re- taining strap is only to be carried out by a specialist workshop! Attention: The retaining strap is not part of the retaining system for the wheelchair and/or the driver dur- ing transport in motor vehicles.
  • Page 29: Transport Of People Inside A Motor Vehicle

    TRANSPORT OF PEOPLE INSIDE A MOTOR VEHI- To determine if your wheelchair is ap- proved as a seat for person transport inside a motor vehicle, please look at the type plate of your wheelchair. Attention: Subsequently, firmly attached parts of non-original parts to your wheelchair are not approved for person transportation within a motor vehicle.
  • Page 30: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance schedule WHEN WHAT REMARK Carry out test yourself Before starting out Test brakes for fault- less operation or with a helper. 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 31 WHEN WHAT REMARK Before starting out Check tyre profile Carry out visual check yourself. If the tyre profile is worn down or if the tyre is damaged, con- sult a specialist work- shop for repairs. Before starting out Check back support Carry out the test your- for stability self or by a helper.
  • Page 32 WHEN WHAT REMARK Carry out test yourself Every 8 weeks Check all screw con- nections for secure or with a helper (depending dis- The following is to be tance covered) checked with great care: – Attachment of the back- and seat pro- files at the side frame, –...
  • Page 33: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA Tyre filling pressure: Maximum tyre pressure is printed on All model dependent specifications the tyres on each side. within the < Technical data > refer to Full tyre pressure – steering wheel the standard version of the respective Standard: models.
  • Page 34 TECHNICAL DATA Model: ..................... 1.735 Type plate: ................at the crossbrace tube Life span: ......................4 years Dimensions: ......... min. / max. / manufacturer setting Length with leg supports Medium frame: ................845 / 975 / 890 mm Long frame: ................900 / 1040 / 945 mm Overall width: w wheel camber 0°: ..............
  • Page 35 Wheels Steering wheel ø 125 x 25 mm (5"): ................solid rubber ø 142 x 37 mm (5,5"): ................solid rubber ø 175 x 40 mm (7"): ................solid rubber Driving wheel ø 590 mm (24 x 1“): ..................4.0 bar ø...
  • Page 36 Weights permissible total weight (medium frame; code 352): ........148 kg permissible total weight (long frame; code 353): ......... 174 kg max. permissible user weight (including additional load,(medium frame; code 352): ........ 135 kg max. permissible user weight (including additional load, (long frame; code 353): ........150 kg Max.
  • Page 37 Model: ..................... 1.736 Type plate: ................at the crossbrace tube Dimensions Length with leg supports Short frame (SD 35 cm / ø 559 mm (22")): ........... 880 mm Medium frame (SD 43 cm / ø 610 mm (24")): ..........1040 mm Long frame (SD 50 cm / ø...
  • Page 38 Seat height, front (variable) Short frame (min. / max.): ..............42.5 / 49.5 cm Medium frame (min. / max.): ...............44.0 / 56.0 cm Long frame (min. / max.): ..............44.0 / 56.0 cm Seat to arm supports (Code 21, 84, 81) (min. / max.): ......20 / 29 cm Wheels Steering wheel ø...
  • Page 39 Weights Max. loading therapy table: ................15 kg Seat cushion: ......................0.7 kg Transport weight: ..................min. 8 kg (without arm supports, leg supports, cushion, drive wheels) Short frame Max. permissible total weight: ................90 kg max. user weight (including additional load): ..........75 kg Max.
  • Page 40: Meaning Of The Labels On The Wheelchair

    Meaning of the labels on the wheelchair Do not lift the wheelchair at the arm supports or leg supports. Removable parts are not suited for carrying the wheelchair. Attention! Increased danger of tilting when on inclinations / slopes, especially in combination with short wheel base.
  • Page 41: 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 Max. permissible total weight Permitted axle loads Max. permissible rising gradient Max. permissible falling gradient Max. permitted final speed The product is approved as a seat within a motor vehicle.
  • Page 42: Inspection Certificate

    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...
  • Page 43: Notes

    NOTES...
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  • Page 46: Warranty / Guarantee

    WARRANTY / GUARAN- Interferences through radiation 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 specifica- uct within the scope of or general tions cannot be declared as warranty terms and conditions and warranty or guarantee claims.
  • Page 47: Inspection Certificate For Transfer

    WARRANTEE / GUARANTEE SECTION Please fill 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 certificate for transfer Vehicle data: Serial-no.
  • Page 48 Your specialist dealer: MEYRA GmbH Meyra-Ring 2 · D-32689 Kalletal-Kalldorf P.O. Box 1 210 · D-32586 Vlotho Fon +49 (0)5733 922-311 Fax +49 (0)5733 922-9311 info@meyra.com www.meyra.com m o v e p e o p l e . 205 320 401 (Status: 2013-10) All technical modifications reserved! •...

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