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- Page 1 XCEL EXCEL EXCEL EXCEL EXCEL EXCEL EXCEL User Manual Excel G3 Eco...
- Page 2 At this moment we introduce you to a quality product from Van Os Medical UK Ltd and we want to thank you for the confidence in our Excel products. The Excel G3 ‘Eco’ wheelchair is a quality product. It is adjustable in many different ways and it can also be easily upgraded.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Overall user manual Contents IDENTIFICATION .................................. 3 GENERAL EXPLANATION CONCERNING YOUR WHEELCHAIR ....................4 2.1 C ..............................4 OMPONENTS OF THE WHEELCHAIR 2.2 G ................... 4 ENERAL EXPLANATION OF THE FUNCTION AND POSSIBILITIES OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR SAFETY REGULATIONS ................................ 4 3.1 G ................................. -
Page 4: Identification
This number indicates which model of wheelchair you have, again this is always required when making technical calls. 5. Model name The model name of your wheelchair starts with the brand name Excel. The brand name Excel is followed by an additional model description that forms the model name of your wheelchair. -
Page 5: General Explanation Concerning Your Wheelchair
(self propel: 24” rear wheels, transit version: 12½” wheels). The G3 Eco is only available as a self propel wheelchair. The rear wheels are provided with a steel wheel hub. Your wheelchair is a product falling into the medical equipment and is not a standard consumer product. -
Page 6: Warnings For Safe Use
Overall user manual Warning: You must keep your wheelchair in a good state to be guaranteed of safe use. 3.2 Warnings for safe use Warnings: Do not use your wheelchair on streets or roads, only on the pavements; Do not use your wheelchair in sand, rough area, wet and glade surfaces or surfaces with little grip;... - Page 7 Overall user manual However if you have sufficient body strength and you want to transfer to and from the wheelchair can you best do this in the following manner: To get out of the wheelchair First of all you must make sure that your wheelchair stands as closely as possible to the place of where you want to sit.
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Page 8: Negotiating Pavements And Unequal Surfaces
Overall user manual 4.2 Negotiating pavements and unequal surfaces Going up the pavement If you ascend a pavement, you must do this together with an attendant. The attendant can help you in two different ways, however we advise you to do it the first way. You and the attendant reach the pavement facing forwards. - Page 9 Do not use the wheel brakes during the descent. The wheel brakes are designed for static braking of the rear wheels whilst stationary. Avoid changing direction as you descend. Despite that your Excel wheelchair is designed for balance and control, a change of direction on the slope can change the balance which will cause instability.
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Page 10: Going Up And Down Stairs
Overall user manual 4.4 Going up and down stairs Stairs are one of the largest obstacles for wheelchair users. However, with a little help from others it is possible to climb up and down the stairs when a wheelchair elevator is not available. Only you and your attendant must be aware of the rather heavy weight to be replaced. -
Page 11: Instructions For Use And Mounting Options
In this chapter we will explore all the possibilities that you have with your wheelchair. All setting and user instructions, such as the removal of the footrest, will be discussed. Your wheelchair is an Excel G3 ‘Eco’ This wheelchair is available as self propel wheelchair. You can check paragraph 2.2 for more information. -
Page 12: Opening And Closing The Wheelchair
Overall user manual 5.2 Opening and closing the wheelchair Opening the wheelchair Stand next to the wheelchair; Grab the seat tubes and move them apart; Push the seat tubes downwards until the wheelchair unfolds itself, picture 1; Go to the front of the wheelchair and push the seat tubes on to the cross frame; Check if the seat tubes are directly on to the cross frame and if the seat upholstery is flat;... - Page 13 Overall user manual Swinging the footrests towards and away from the wheelchair Go to the front of the wheelchair; Pull the black control lever up, picture 5; You can now swing the footrest inwards or outwards, picture 6. Removing the footrests from the wheelchair Go to the front of the wheelchair;...
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Page 14: Using The Elevating Leg Rests (Optional)
Overall user manual 5.4 Using the elevating leg rests (optional) You have the possibility to place an elevating leg rest on your wheelchair instead of a standard leg rest. In this section you can read how to use an elevating leg rest. Swinging the elevating leg rest away Go to the front of the wheelchair;... -
Page 15: Using The Calf Plate (Optional)
Overall user manual 5.5 Using the calf plate (optional) You have the possibility to place an elevating leg rest on your wheelchair instead of a standard leg rest. The elevating leg rest is equipped with a calf plate. In this section you can read how to use a calf plate. Swing away the calf plate Go to the front of the wheelchair;... -
Page 16: Using The Wheelchair Brake
Overall user manual 5.6 Using the wheelchair brake Putting the wheelchair brake on If you are in the wheelchair Take the black handle of the brake, picture 17; Push the forward until you hear a click, this confirms that the wheelchair has been put on the brake, picture If you are next to the wheelchair Go to the side of the wheelchair and face towards the front of the wheelchair;... -
Page 17: Using The Push Handles
Overall user manual 5.8 Using the push handles Adjust the height of the push handles Turn the black lever, until you can move the push handles, picture 20; Move the push handles to the desired height; Tighten the black lever back; Make sure the handles are fastened securely. -
Page 18: Using Accessories And Other Options On Your Wheelchair
7”X 1¼" 2,5 bar / 36 psi 24" x 1 3/8" 4,5 bar / 65 psi EXCEL G3 ‘Eco’ Self propel 8" X 1 ¼" 2,5 bar / 36 psi Using the anti-tip wheels Go to the back of the wheelchair;... - Page 19 Overall user manual Seat Belt (optional item) Your wheelchair is equipped with a seat belt which you can use the following way: When in the wheelchair, you can fasten the belt by clicking the two loose ends together, picture 26; If the belt is too loose or too tight you can make it more secure or looser, picture 27;...
- Page 20 Overall user manual CERAH FRANCE Product identification Product: Manually propelled wheelchairs Brand: Excel Model/type: Version: Manufacturer: Name Van Os Medical B.V. Address Koperslagerij 9 4651 SK Steenbergen Country The Netherlands EU Representative: Name W. van Os Address Koperslagerij 9 4651 SK Steenbergen...
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Page 21: Transport And Transit In Car
Protect your Excel wheelchair by having it serviced regularly. We strongly advise you to have your wheelchair check at least once a year by a qualified Excel dealer, who will only use Excel spare parts. This periodic inspection will ensure you that the wheelchair will function perfectly for years. -
Page 22: Brakes
Make sure the wheelchair travels in a straight line while moving; Make sure the cross frame is not bent and shows no wear signs; When one of the exceptions, noted above, occurs, please contact a qualified Excel dealer to inspect your wheelchair. -
Page 23: Problem Analysis And Solutions
Overall user manual PROBLEM ANALYSIS AND SOLUTIONS Your Excel wheelchair is inspected and adjusted so that you can use it immediately. Continual use necessitates maintenance, especially if the factory set adjustments have been altered. The following troubleshooting guide, lists several common problems that may occur and offers corrective actions for each. -
Page 24: Warranty Definition
Overall user manual 9.2 Warranty definition Your manual is also the warranty form, fill in the relevant details and store it carefully. Warranty conditions The warranty period commences upon the date of purchase. If within the warranty period, your wheelchair will be defect, it will be repaired or replaced. -
Page 25: Service And Maintenance
Overall user manual SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 10.1 General maintenance instructions Your wheelchair needs periodical maintenance. This is necessary for a long lifetime and an optimal users comfort of your wheelchair. A badly maintained wheelchair will give more technical problems, turn less flexible and falls out the warranty terms. -
Page 26: Service Checklist
Overall user manual 10.2 Service checklist For optimal life your wheelchair should be periodically maintained by an authorized dealer. Service Schedule Service interval: ........ Service number Wheels: for example margin, wear bearings, adjust quick-release Tyres Hand rims: for example wear and burrs Front forks: for example control margin, adjustment ball head axle Brakes: for example adjustment, re-adjust, control... - Page 27 For UK customers: For International customers: Van Os Medical UK Ltd. Van Os Medical B.V. Excel House Koperslagerij 3 Ashbrooke Park 4651 SK Steenbergen (NB) Sherburn in Elmet Nederland North Yorkshire, LS25 6PJ Tel.+31 (0) 167 57 30 20 Tel.: +44 (0) 1977 681400 Fax.
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