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User's Guide
Trekker
TM
Lightweight Tilt-In-Space Manual Wheelchair
Serial Number: ____________________________________________
Date of Delivery: __________________________________________
Model: ___________________________________________________
PROVIDER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OR USER'S
CARETAKER OF THIS DEPENDENT MOBILITY BASE.
USER: READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS DEPENDENT
MOBILITY BASE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Toll free in the US: 1-888-CONVAID (266-8243) • Phone: (310) 618-0111 • Fax: (310) 618-8811
Email: sales@convaid.com • International Email: international@convaid.com
2830 California Street, Torrance, CA 90503
Website: www.convaid.com
SAVE THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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  • Page 1 USER: READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS DEPENDENT MOBILITY BASE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. 2830 California Street, Torrance, CA 90503 Toll free in the US: 1-888-CONVAID (266-8243) • Phone: (310) 618-0111 • Fax: (310) 618-8811 Email: sales@convaid.com • International Email: international@convaid.com Website: www.convaid.com...
  • Page 2 Convaid. © Copyright 2015 by Convaid. All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Setting Up Warnings ..........1 Contents in the box .

  • Page 4: Warnings

    Reason, care, and circumspection are not features of the product; they are required of persons who use the product. If instructions are not clear and further explanation is necessary, please contact your Convaid provider. If you do not follow all instructions and warnings, damage to the chair or serious injury may occur.

  • Page 5: General Warnings

    If you are unable to understand any part of the manual, contact your supplier for assistance. The weight carried by the Trekker chair must never exceed the total WARNING: weight limit of (TR12/TR12T - 75lbs / TR14/TR14T - 110lbs).
  • Page 6 When going up a curb or step, face forward and tilt the chair back to lift the front wheels over the curb. Move forward and lift the rear wheels over the curb. The Trekker curb clearance is 7.5”, the curb clearance with the storage basket is 2.2”.
  • Page 7 WARNING: Many of the screws, bolts, and nuts used on this chair are specialized or high-strength fasteners. Only use fasteners purchased through Convaid or a Convaid service dealer. WARNING: Do not use the chair unless it has proper tire pressure.

  • Page 8: Contents In The Box

    Once you have all components as ordered, the directions for use in this User Guide will guide you through the process of preparing the chair for use: Convaid recommends the initial fitting, adjustments, and set-up take place with the help of your Convaid Representative and/or Convaid Service Dealer. However, if the instructions contained in this manual are followed carefully, a caregiver or attendant will be able to set up and assemble the chair.

  • Page 9: Unfolding The Chair

    SETTING UP Unfolding the Chair Unfolding instructions with seating module in place: Unbuckle and release closure strap. Replace rear wheels if they have been removed, confirm that the wheels are all the way in and that you have heard the “click” confirming securement on the axle.

  • Page 10: Folding The Chair

    WARNING: Do not place user in the chair until you have verified that the folding action is properly locked. WARNING: Although the Trekker Chair can be folded into a single compact unit with the seating module installed, it is possible that the seating module can become detached fromthe mobility base while in transport.

  • Page 11: Folding/Unfolding The Seating Module

    SETTING UP Fig. 11 Fig. 12 Fig. 10 Folding Instructions with seating module removed: 1. Pull back on folding triggers Fig. 10 & 11 until they are free from the fold lock. 2. Push forward and then down on push handle. Fig. 12 3.

  • Page 12: Installing Seating Module Onto Mobility Base

    CONVAID USER’S GUIDE REMEMBER When seating module is removed and reinstalled back onto the base, tilt lever must be down when facing forward OR tilt lever must be up when in reverse configuration. Installing Seating Module onto Mobility Base 1. Adjust seat back angle to upright position by pulling on the recline cord and adjusting the seat upright.
  • Page 13 SETTING UP Trekker Seat Back View Components Adjustment Barrel Tilt Cable Height adjustable knobs Height Adjustable Tilt adjustment Solid Back System lever Tilt Cable tie downs Recline adjustment strap Check Tilt Adjustment Lever 1. Plug the cable end into the Cable on the tilt adjustment adjustment barrel.

  • Page 14: Removing Seating Module

    Lever Fig. 25 Fig. 26 Fig. 27 Tip Trekker 14 with Transit Brackets When installing seating module in reverse configuration on a Trekker size 14 with transit brackets. Install seating module at a 45° degree level, to avoid anchor brackets from interfering with frame bottom bar.

  • Page 15: Reversible Seating

    SETTI NG UP Trekker Seat Bottom View Components Inner Seating Adjustment Cable Tilt Cable Barrel Spring Height adjustable knobs Safety Lock Cable Chrome Upper Lever Clamp Cable Propeller Pommel Attachment Knob Reversible Seating____________________ Note: • To install the seating module onto the mobility base in the reverse position, follow instructions above, but install module facing the reverse direction.

  • Page 16: Removing Seating Module From Mobility Bas

    CONVAI D USER S GUI DE WARNING: During transit, chair must be forward facing with the seating module in the for- ward facing position on the mobility base with the storage basket removed. WARNING: Armrest combined with a contoured seat cushion will interfere with chair frame and tilt, therefore armrest must be adjusted to the lowest width;...

  • Page 17: Back Height

    When properly fitted, Convaid chairs will provide years of comfortable use. As the user grows, refer back to this Fitting Guide to adjust the dimensions of the chair. Convaid recommends the initial fitting, adjustments, and set-up take place with the help of your Convaid Representative and/or Convaid Service Dealer.

  • Page 18: Seat Depth Adjustment

    CONVAID USER’S GUIDE Seat Depth Adjustment Measure from the most posterior portion of the buttocks to the back of the knee. Subtract from that measurement 1-2” to allow adequate clearance between the seat and the back of the knee. Fig. 39 1.

  • Page 19: Seat Width

    FITTING GUIDE Check Tilt Adjustment Lever 1.Plug the cable end into the adjustment barrel. 2.Make sure the chrome cable end is fully seated inside adjustment barrel. Upper Propeller not Tilt cable out Upper Propeller not aligned at 90° of position aligned at 90°...

  • Page 20: H-Harness With Padded Covers

    CONVAID USER’S GUIDE H-Harness with Padded Covers Optional Feature: Prior to adjusting the H-Harness, please make sure to adjust the back panel height, as shown in Fig. 43, so that the top of the back panel is at the height of the user's shoulder.

  • Page 21: Foot Support Height Adjustment

    FITTING GUIDE Foot Support Height Adjustment Trekker foot support is height adjustable. Seat to foot Seat to foot foot To determine the correct seat-to-foot support Support Support height, measure from the back of the knee to Height Height the bottom of the heel. Fig. 47 To adjust the height: Fig.

  • Page 22: Foot Positioners

    CONVAID USER’S GUIDE Foot Positioners Adjustable foot positioners hold feet in position on the foot support. The foot positioners may be criss- crossed over the top of the foot to secure the entire foot. Fig. 52 The foot positioners can also be converted to an ankle strap.

  • Page 23: Recline Adjustment

    OPERATIONS Operations Recline Adjustment The Trekker comes standard with Back Angle Adjustment of 80º - 100º in increments of 10º. Optional Feature: The Trekker has an additional recline option to extend the back angle adjustment to full recline range of 80º to 170º of recline adjustment.

  • Page 24: Tilt-In-Space Adjustment

    • Never place hands, feet or foreign objects into the tilt mechanism area. • Never add chair accessories that are not specifically designed for the Trekker Chair, as they may interfere with the tilt mechanism. • Never allow the user’s head to tilt/recline beyond the horizontal plane to the floor.

  • Page 25: Push Handle Adjustment

    OPERATIONS Push Handle Adjustment 1. Press both grey buttons on the outside of the pivot joints of the push handle simultaneously. Fig. 61 2. While holding the buttons down, move the push handle up or down to the desired position. Fig.

  • Page 26: Two-Point Positioning Belt

    CONVAID USER’S GUIDE Two-Point Positioning Belt Optional Feature: To Buckle: Snap together the two straps at the buckle. Fig. 65 To Release: Press on each side to release buckle and pull away from each other. Fig. 65 2-Pt Positioning belt...

  • Page 27: Attach Ventilator/Suction/Hardtray

    When going up a curb or step, face forward and tilt the chair back to lift the front wheels over the curb. Move forward and lift the rear wheels over the curb. The Trekker curb clearance is 7.5”, the curb clearance with the storage basket is 2.2”.

  • Page 28: Head Support

    CONVAID USER’S GUIDE Head Support Attaching Head Support Remove head support cover by unzipping the cover on the back side. Fig. 71 & 72 Using a 5/32” Allen wrench and 7/16” wrench, secure the two provided mounting Allen screws on the top center of the upper back plate. Fig. 73 Adequately tighten hardware.

  • Page 29: Laterals

    ACCESSORIES Laterals To Adjust: Remove Back Cushion. Fig. 81 Using 5/32” L-wrench key and 7/16 wrench driver, loosen the hardware and adjust hard ware as needed to provide user with adequate trunk support Retighten the hardware Fig. 82 Fig. 81 Fig.

  • Page 30: Universal Bracket Installation

    CONVAI D USER S GUI DE Universal Bracket Installation Instruction Insert screw into one of the four holes on the upper portion of the back pan. Fig 86 Attach two thick nylon washers prior to attaching the universal plate.Fig 87 Orient the universal plate to match the holes of the headrest hardware.

  • Page 31: Adjustable Headwing Headrest Instruction

    ACCESSORI ES Adjustable Headwing headrest Instructions Unzip the cover from the back of the headrest. Slightly move the cover to reveal the silver locking screw on the plastic headrest plate. Note that the locking screw of the right hand side is on the top portion of the pivot hinge.

  • Page 32: Hip Guides

    CONVAID USER’S GUIDE Hip Guides Width Adjustment: Remove Seat Cushion. Fig. 92 Loosen the two adjustment knobs. Fig. 93 Adjust to the desired width and retighten the knobs. Fig. 94 Fig. 93 Fig. 94 Fig. 92 Depth Adjustment: Remove Seat Cushion. Fig. 95 Use 7/16 nut driver to loosen hardware.

  • Page 33: Oxygen Tank Holder

    ACCESSORI ES To Install: Remove Seat Cushion. Fig. 99 Remove the two adjustment knobs on the underside of the seat pan by twisting loose. Remove bolt, add the Hip the Hip guide and re-install bolt into designated holes on seat pan. Replace the two adjustment knobs and tighten.

  • Page 34: Legrest Extension

    Fig. 111 Fig. 113 Fig. 112 WARNING: Do not use the LTV Holder when using a soft back on the Trekker Back Canes Utility Bag The Utility Bag attaches to the back of the chair, but can be removed and converted to a tote bag.

  • Page 35: Shoe Holder

    ACCESSORI ES Shoe Holders 1. Thread the 3-Bar Slide onto the strap with the curved side down. Feed the strap through the molded strap slot. If you have the padded version, thread the Pad onto the strap as shown Fig. 116 2.

  • Page 36: Removing User From Chair

    CONVAI D USER S GUI DE Removing User From Chair 1. Use Quick Release Buckles so you don’t have to refit all the adjustments the next time user gets into chair. Extended Strap Vest (Butterfly Harness) 1. Stand behind user and pullfinger loops to adjust top straps 2.

  • Page 37: Calf Panel

    ACCESSORI ES Calf Panel 1. Lay Calf Panel flat and unfasten the velcro straps. Fig. 125 2. Attach Velcro straps around Footrest Extension Tube. Position Calf Panel across chair and attach Velrco Straps around opposite Footrest Extension Tube. Fig. 126 & 127 Fig.
  • Page 38 CONVAI D USER S GUI DE...

  • Page 39: Transit Models

    WARNING: Do not use the chair if it has been involved in a crash. In the event that your Trekker is involved in a crash, please contact the Convaid Service Dealer or Convaid Customer Service Representative in order to arrange an evaluation of your Trekker.

  • Page 40: Specifications

    Wheels Specifications The Trekker comes standard with 7.5" x 2" front and 11.5" x 2.5" rear solid tires. You can upgrade, replace or re-order Trekker tires at anytime. You have the option of upgrading to pneumatic tires or re-ordering replacement standard solid tires. When ordering upgraded or replacement tires, please have the following information available: •...

  • Page 41: Maintenance, Operating & Safety Instructions

    In addition the Trekker TR12T and TR14T transit models are for use as seating in a motor vehicle when used in conjunction with an appropriate four-point, strap-type tiedown system per RESNA WC4:2012 section-19.
  • Page 42 CONVAI D USER S GUI DE Safety Instructions • Follow folding/unfolding instructions. • Never leave occupied chair unattended. • Do not attempt to take occupied chair up or down stairs, escalators, steep inclines, or icy or slippery surfaces. • When transferring user to or from chair, apply wheel locks. •...
  • Page 43 User Maintenance The following maintenance procedures should be conducted on a regular basis: examine your Convaid product visually from time to time for possible wear and tear. Teflon spray* should be applied to frame and moving parts to maintain easy folding and adjustment.
  • Page 44 Seat/back upholstery**/tautness • Armrests & foam • Frame Contacting a Convaid Dealer • for service or repair*** Use a non-toxic, hypoallergenic lubricant for all moving parts of the frame Follow cleaning instructions for appropriate user hygiene NOTE: Repair or replacement of non-removable, worn or broken parts must be performed by a qualified service facility.
  • Page 45 Re-use Your Convaid chair should undergo a wipe-down disinfection before re-use. Please use a non-toxic, biodegradable disinfectant solution suitable for surface disinfection. Please check the following components (see MAINTENANCE CHART) for operation, and intactness and replace if necessary: •...
  • Page 46 • 5/32” Allen wrench (included) Spare Parts If you need any spare parts for your chair, please visit or call your Convaid Service Dealer you purchased this chair from or Convaid Customer Service Representative at 888- Convaid (+1-310-618-0111) custservice@convaid.com. If the part is not under warranty, you will receive an estimate of the cost and, if necessary, shipping instructions for the return of the chair for repairs.
  • Page 47 NOTES...

  • Page 48: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty Convaid warrants to the original retail purchaser of the Convaid product, that if any part thereof proves functionally defective in material or workmanship within the specified warranty period, such defective part will be repaired or replaced (at Convaid’s discretion) free of charge.

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