RELAX TILT-IN-SPACE WHEELCHAIR USER MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS Key Specifications List of Components Use & Transport Troubleshooting Repairs & Service Replacement Parts ...
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Thank you for choosing this Aspire RELAX Tilt-In-Space wheelchair. This product has been designed to offer the maximum in comfort, safety and adjustability. The RELAX Tilt-in-Space wheelchair is suitable for indoor and outdoor use and is available in a range of sizes.
USE & TRANSPORT Intended Use This product has been designed for maximum user comfort and safety. The correct use of this product is paramount in ensuring user safety at all times. Customisation, modification or servicing by non-approved or suitably credentialed parties may void warranty and increase the risk of accident or injury.
Hand Brakes The wheelchair is equipped with two hand brakes. The hand brakes are applied directly against the tyres. To engage, push both hand brake levers forward. To release the hand brakes, pull the levers backwards. Braking power will decrease with: •...
Adjustable Backrest Height The backrest height can be adjusted to various heights by releasing the 4 clamps and sliding the black rigid backing up or down as required. Once adjusted tighten the clamps. Seating The comfortable seat cushion allows you to be seated for a long period of time.
Headrest The headrest can be raised, moved sidewards and both forwards and backwards. Height adjustment: Pull the release knob (1) and set the desired height. Make sure that the release knob is always correctly engaged. Horizontal adjustment: Open the release lever (2), set the desired position and pull the release lever firmly again.
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Wheelchair Driving Instructions Getting off a pavement The following are some general techniques for Getting off a pavement facing forward: handling a wheelchair in use. Note: this technique is recommended only for These instructions are general in nature and expert wheelchair users. should NEVER be attempted without the •...
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Going uphill: lean your body forward to balance the centre of gravity. Going downhill: lean your body backwards to balance the centre of gravity. Use the handrims to adjust the speed, do not use the brakes. Stairs Users and attendants should NEVER attempt to ascend or descend stairs using this wheel- chair.
TROUBLESHOOTING Wheelchair pulls to one side: • Check tyre condition • Check to make sure that the wheel turns easily (bearings, axle) • Check angles of castors • Check to make sure both castors are making proper contact with the ground. Castors begin to wobble: •...
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AIDACARE PTY LTD 4 Noonan Road, Ingleburn NSW 2565 1300 133 120 www.aidacare.com.au MADE IN CHINA ASUM13.07 120116...
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