According with the product classification from above Directive, appendix IX, par. III. 1.1., Venus is classified as non-invasive medical device of class 1. • The use of the Halley or its components is forbidden for any purpose other than those indicated in this manual.
1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION HALLEY WHEELCHAIR Halley is an ultra-lightweight foldable orthopaedic wheelchair with aluminium frame. Frame and upholstery can be supplied in different colours. Halley wheelchair is very versatile in its several configurations and a wide range of set-up is available to satisfy any sort of user’s requirement.
3. TRIM ADJUSTMENT 3.1. SEAT HEIGHT AND REAR SET-UP Acting on the AwP is possible to change the height and seat rear set-up. • The AwP support is connected to the main frame with four screws: one in front “A” acting as fulcrum and three in the back “B”...
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3.2 FRONT FORK HOLDER ADJUSTMENT Once the set-up of the wheelchair is changed is very important to check if the front fork supports are still perpendicular to the ground in order to drive the wheelchair easily and smoothly. If necessary is possible to correct the angle of the front fork support as follow: •...
BRAKE ADJUSTMENT Brakes also must be adjusted according with the new set-up, acting as follows: • release the brake; • loose the dowel; • loose the screws A and B enough for slide the brake support on the frame tube; •...
3.7 BACKREST HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT At the purchase time the backrest height has been selected but further adjustments are still available: • lift-up the front side of the backrest upholstery and open the velcro straps; • remove the screws A and B releasing the backrest tubes; •...
The brakes are only parking brakes; never use them to reduce the speed. If the pneumatics don’t have the proper pressure, the brakes may not perform properly. Halley is a wheelchair designed for very active persons and according with the chosen configuration it can be extremely unbalanced.
Maintenance and inspections It is recommended to inspect weekly : • The pneumatic pressure. On the side of the tyre is marked it’s right pressure. • The efficiency of the quick release axle and if necessary add few drops of lubricant between axle and bush.
Fill-up and forward within 10 days from the purchase of the device Surname …………………………………………………………………………... Name ………………………………………………………………………………. Address ……………………………………………………………………………. ………………………………………………………………………………………. Telephone number ………………………………………………………………. WHEELCHAIR MODEL : HALLEY Retailer ……………………………………………………………………………. ………………………………………………………………………………………. Purchase date ……………………………………………………………………. Frame Identification Number …………………(from gold label on the frame) Production Year ………………………………..(from gold label on the frame) All the information will be treated in accordance with Privacy Tutelage Regulation in force in Italy.