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ANSA Relax Instruction & Safety Manual Please read this manual before operation, for maintenance instructions and safe usage The enabling power of applied knowledge...
Consequently, no claims can be construed from the data or pictures contained in this user’s manual. We at Unicare Health have been awarded the ISO-9001 certifi cate, which affi rms the quality of our products at every stage, from R & D to production. Please contact your local, authorised Unicare Health customer service, if you have any questions concerning the use, maintenance or safety of your wheelchair.
Safety Tips The engineering and construction of this wheelchair have been designed to provide maximum safety. International safety standards currently in force have either been fulfi lled or exceeded. Nevertheless, users may put themselves at risk by improperly using their wheelchairs. For your own safety, the following rules must absolutely be observed.
ANSA Relax Instruction & Safety Manual Before changing any of the adjustments of this wheelchair, it is important to read the corresponding section of the user’s instructions. It is possible that potholes or uneven ground could cause this wheelchair to tip over, especially when riding uphill or downhill.
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g) The tie-down restraints should be fi tted to the main frame of the wheelchair as indicated in the diagram on the following page, and not to any attachments or accessories, e.g. not around the spokes of wheels, brakes or footrests. h) The tie–down restraints should be attached as close as possible at an angle of 45 degrees and tightened securely in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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ANSA Relax Instruction & Safety Manual Transportability – positioning of wheelchair tie down restraints on wheelchair View on the left shows a self-propelling wheelchair secured with front and rear wheelchair tie down restraints. Positioning of the restraint straps is shown in more detail below.
Overview We at Unicare Health have been awarded the ISO-9001 certifi cate, which affi rms the quality of our products at every stage, from R & D to production. This products meet the requirements in accordance with EC guidelines. Options or accessories shown are available at extra cost.
ANSA Relax Instruction & Safety Manual Handling The backrest can be swung forwards to enable transportation. First remove the safety splint. Secure the backrest so that it cannot accidentally fall and pull the release knob (1). Then fold the backrest forwards.
Performance of the drum brakes is not dependant on the air pressure inside the tyres. The wheelchair cannot be pushed when the drum brakes are set. CAUTION! Drum brakes should only be adjusted by Unicare Health. 08 9351 7500 info@unicarehealth.com.au www.unicarehealth.com.au...
ANSA Relax Instruction & Safety Manual Footrests Footrest and footrest interlock The footrest can be swung outwards. When fi tting the footrests these are installed in the swungaway position. Then simply turn them inwards until the interlock engages (1). To remove the footrests, use the lever (2) and swing the footrest outwards and lift off...
Angle Adjustable Footplate The footplate can be fl ipped up to make it easier to transfer to/from the chair. It can be adjusted to alter the angle to the ground. Loosen screw (1) and set the desired angle. Then tighten the screw. By loosening the screw (1) the footplate can be adjusted both forwards and backwards.
Backrest Height Comfort backrest The Comfort backrest will allow you to sit for long periods of time, with side support. To remove it, pull it upwards and forwards. The cushion is held by Velcro and can also be removed. The cover can be washed (see the instructions on the cushion).
ANSA Relax Instruction & Safety Manual Height adjustable sideguard The armrest can be height-adjusted or removed as follows. Push the knob (1) and adjust the armrest (2) to the desired height. Always check that the armrests are correctly engaged. You can set the armrest depth after releasing the hand wheel (3).
Anti-tip tubes The anti-tip tubes (1) provide additional safety for inexperienced users when they are still learning how to operate their wheelchairs. Anti-tip tubes (1) prevent a wheelchair from tipping over backwards. By pulling the interlock (2), the anti-tip tube can be height adjusted. There should be a gap of 2,5 cm to the fl...
ANSA Relax Instruction & Safety Manual Crutch holder The crutch holder permits crutches to be transported directly on the wheelchair. The crutch holder has a Velcro loop to fasten crutches or other walking aids. CAUTION! Never try to use or remove the crutches or other aids while moving.