Contents Introduction List of models Indications Acceptance Specifications Adjustment Reinstallment Life span Overview Brake Pressure brake - user Locking the brakes Releasing the brakes Service brake Brake lever extension Folding over the brake lever extension Drum brake for accompanying persons Function as operating brakes Activating/releasing the drum brakes Leg supports...
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Head support Height adjustment / removal Head support cover Wheels Drive wheels Quick release axle Hand and spoke guard Support castors Swinging the support castors Retaining strap Loading and transportation Loading Transport security Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance schedule Technical data Tyre pressure of pneumatic tyres Meaning of the labels on the wheelchair Meaning of the symbols on the type plate Inspection certificate...
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This operating manual applies to the follow- All products are checked for faults in the ing models: factory and packed in special boxes. Model 1.135 ☞ Note: However, we request that you check the vehicle for possible transport dam- INDICATIONS age immediately on receipt –...
ADJUSTMENT The wheelchair is applicable on level, firm The specialist workshop will hand out the surfaces and can be used as follows: wheelchair to you under consideration of all relevant safety instructions, ready for opera- – for indoors (e.g. apartment, day care), tion and adjusted to your needs.
LIFE SPAN We expect an average life span of about 5 years for this product, as far as the product is applied for its designated purpose and all maintenance and service guidelines. The life span of your product depends upon the frequency of use, the application envi- ronment and care.
OVERVIEW The overview shows, representative for all models, the most important components of the wheelchair. Pos. Description (8) Driving wheel (1) Push handle (9) Handrims (2) Back support (10) Locking knob – Quick release axle (3) Arm support / Clothes guard (4) Seat belt/seat cushion (5) Brake lever –...
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 wheelchair can be equipped with pressure brakes (2) or with drum brakes (3). ☞ Note: Therefore observe the Maintenance schedule on page 24 as well as safe- ty and general handling instructions...
Brake lever extension The foldaway brake levers (1) multiply the applied brake force and reduce the force you need to apply in order to lock the brakes. Attention: Do not use the grips of the brake lever as support! • Do not pull off the brake lever exten- sion whilst in motion.
Drum brake for accompanying persons The drum brake is activated by the accom- panying person through the brake levers [1]. Function as operating brakes Use both brake levers evenly and only light- ly in order to achieve a controlled decelera- tion of the wheelchair.
LEG SUPPORTS Attention: Before any actions on the leg supports the wheelchair is to be secured against unintentional rolling motions. ☞ Therefore observe chapter Brake on page 9. Lower leg support The footboard is to be folded up for enter- ing or exiting the wheelchair.
CLOTHES GUARD Attention: Do not grab hold of the clothes guard [1] +[2] to lift or carry the wheelchair. • Do not drive without the clothes guard! • No not grab between the frame and clothes guard. – Danger of squashing! •...
BACK SUPPORT Adjustable back The adjustable back is adjustable through a velcro strap on the spanning straps (2). Removing the back support upholstery 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 (3).
Back support with angle adjustment The back support is adjustable by max. +/– 15° in three steps of 5° each. Loosen the attachment screws (1) on both sides. ☞ Priorly remove the drive wheel in order to loosen the screw of the left back support tube.
PUSH HANDLES The height adjustable push handles are about 30 cm continuously height adjusta- ble and secured against being pulled out [1]. Push handles with clamping device ☞ In doing so, hold onto the push handle that is to be adjusted with one hand. ☞...
STABILISER ROD The stabiliser rod (1) stretches the back strap at the top, serves to attach the head support and is secured against being pulled out. ☞ Note: Only in combination with height ad- justable push handles. The stabiliser rod can be removed in order to fold the wheelchair.
HEAD SUPPORT The head support [1] is swivel proof, height adjustable and removable. Height adjustment / removal For height adjustment and removal of the head support loosen the clamping screw (2). Attention: The maximum height adjustment is in- dicated by the marking! ☞...
WHEELS Drive wheels The drive wheels are on a quick release axle [1]. ☞ Note: The air pressure value for the tyres of the wheelchair can be read in the Tech- nical data on page 26 or details on both sides of the tyre cover. ☞...
Hand and spoke guard The hand and spoke guard prevents inju- ries to the hands occurring by jamming in the turning spokes of the wheels, as well as damage to the spokes. The spoke guard is attached to the spokes with three clips (3).
SUPPORT CASTORS The support castors [1] serve to raise the tilting stability and can be swivelled inward underneath the seat (2). ☞ Depending on the version the support castors can be attached singly or as a pair. Attention: Support castors do not provide suffi- cient protection against tipping over in certain situations.
RETAINING STRAP The retaining strap [1] is screwed from the back onto the respective back support tube. ☞ Handling can be found in document Safety and general handling instruc- tions < Mechanical and muscle pow- ered wheelchairs > chapter < Retaining strap >.
LOADING AND TRANSPORTATION Do not use the leg supports, arm supports or accessory parts in order to lift the wheel- chair! Attention: Before lifting, the wheelchair is to be secured against unintentional rolling motions! Loading If necessary the wheelchair can be loaded with the aid of ramps or lifting platforms.
Maintenance schedule WHEN WHAT REMARK Before starting out General Carry out test yourself or with a helper. Test for faultless operation. Before starting out Test brakes for fault- Carry out test yourself or less operation with a helper. The locked wheels should Activate brake lever to the not be able to turn un- limit.
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WHEN WHAT REMARK Every 2 weeks Check air pressure of Carry out test yourself or (depending on distance the tyres with a helper. covered) Use a tyre gauge. Tyre filling pressure: ☞ View Tyre pressure of pneumatic tyres page 26. Every 8 weeks Check tyre profile Carry out visual check...
TECHNICAL DATA Tyre pressure of pneumatic tyres Maximum tyre pressure is printed on the All data given in the < Technical data > refers tyres on each side. to the standard version. Full tyre pressure – steering wheel The overall length depends on the position and size of the drive wheels.
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Model: ..........................1.135 Type plate: ............................ at the crossbrace tube Life span: ..................................5 years Dimensions: ............min. / max. / manufacturer setting Overall length (with leg supports) (midi frame):............... 720 / 810 / – mm Overall length (with leg supports) (maxi frame): ..............850 / 940 / – mm Overall width (with 0°...
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Climatic data: Ambient temperature: ........................-25 °C to +50 °C Storage temperature: ...........................-40 °C to +65 °C Weights Permissible total weight: ..........................max. 85 kg max. user weight (including additional load): ....................75 kg Max. additional loading: .............................10 kg Empty weight: ...............................min. 10 kg Weight of the heaviest single component: Drive wheel: ..................................
MEANING OF THE LABELS ON THE WHEELCHAIR Attention! Read the operating manuals and other provided documen- tation. Do not lift the wheelchair at the arm supports or leg sup- ports. Removable parts are not suitable for carrying. Attention Readjust the brakes. Attention Increased danger of tilting when on inclinations / slopes, es- pecially in combination with short wheel base...
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 weights Max. permissible rising gradient Max. permissible falling gradient Permitted maximum speed The product is approved as a seat within a motor vehicle The product is not approved as a seat within a motor vehicle.
INSPECTION CERTIFICATE Recommended safety inspection 1st year (at least every 12 months) Vehicle data: Stamp of specialist dealer: Model: Signature: Delivery note no.: Place, date: Serial-no.(SN): Next safety inspection in 12 months Date: Recommended safety inspection 3rd year Recommended safety inspection 2nd year (at least every 12 months) (at least every 12 months) Stamp of specialist dealer:...
WARRANTY / GUARANTEE norm specifications cannot be declared as warranty or guarantee claims. We accept legal liability for this product Attention: within the scope of or general terms and Failure to observe the instructions in conditions and warranty and in certain cas- the operating manual, improperly car- es other verbal resp.
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.(SN): Stamp of specialist dealer:...
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