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75216F 2015-11-06

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  • Page 1 Etac Prio Manual english 75216F 2015-11-06...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. General – introduction 6. Settings (cont.) Intended use ...............3 Seat depth ..............33-35 Screw positions seat depth ..........36 2. Description Adjusting comfort position ..........37 ...................4 Adjusting back support angle, fixed back support ....38 3. The chair’s options ..................5-7 7.

  • Page 3: Intended Use

    Intended use: Etac Prio must be individually customised to the person using Etac Prio is a comfort wheelchair intended for use both outdoors the chair. This customisation must be carried out by a qualified and indoors. The wheelchair is normally used by a user who person.

  • Page 4: Description

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 2. Description 1. Head support 13. Front fork 2. Tilt handle 14. Castor wheel 3. Push handles 15. Back support cushion 4. Locking knob, push handles 16. Arm support 5. Back support frame 17. Seat cushion 6.

  • Page 5: The Chair's Options

    In the section ”The chair’s possibilities” you can see all the adaptions possible on the wheelchair. Variations may occur in different markets. For more information, see www.etac.com or contact our customer service. Settable = Adjusted using tools. Adjustable = Adjusted without tools.
  • Page 6 Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 3. The chair’s possibilities Head support, Adjustable in height, depth and angle. Plush or hygiene adjustable angle cover Attachment Straight attachment adjustable angle head support Angled attachment Basic, with adjustable Velcro straps and Dynamic Pelvic...
  • Page 7 Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 3. The chair’s possibilities Amputee leg support, adjustable in height, depth and angle Leg supports Amputee weight, adjustable in angle others Plaster leg support, adjustable in depth and angle Arm supports Settable in height. Arm support pads settable in depth...

  • Page 8: Accessories

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 4. Accessories Assembly instructions are always provided with accessories when they are supplied by Etac. Instructions are also available on our website, www.etac.com Settable = Adjusted using tools. Adjustable = Adjusted without tools. Widening kit...

  • Page 9: Back Support

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 5. Assembly on delivery Back support The wheelchair is supplied with back support frame, push handles/bow handle and head support unassembled. Fit the back support frame by: 1-2. Tightening the knobs. 3-5. Fitting the gas piston.

  • Page 10: Push Handles/Bow Handle

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 5. Assembly on delivery Push handles Fit the push handles/bow handle by loosening the Ensure that the knobs are properly tightened. knobs and pushing the safety buttons on the hand- This is especially important if the chair is to be les.

  • Page 11: Settings

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 6. Settings Seat height Seat heigt may be adjusted by: -Changing the position of the rear wheel. -Changing the rear wheel size The lower chair frame must always be horizontal. When changing the seat height, the front height must also be adjusted.
  • Page 12 Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 6. Settings When assembling, make sure the hub sleeves are in When assembling, check that the rear wheel the same position on the right and the left side. is securely mounted. The button in the hub...

  • Page 13: Adjusting Front Height

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 6. Settings Adjusting front height The lower part of the chair frame must always Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the be horizontal. When adjusting the seat height, the the anti-tips. position of the castor wheel in the front fork must be altered, or the castor wheel/front fork must be changed (see section ”Seat height table).

  • Page 14: Adjusting Front Seat Height By Changing Castor Wheel/Front Fork

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 6. Settings Adjusting front seat height by changing castor wheel/front fork See section “Adjusting front height by changing position of castor wheel” and ”Seat height table”. Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the the anti-tips.

  • Page 15: Seat Height Table

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 6. Settings Seat height table Front fork short Front fork Medium 6” 8” 6” 8” 6” 8” 6” 8” 6” 8” 6” 8” Seat Pos. height 20” 43,0 22” 45,5 24” 47,5 20” 45,5 22” 48,0 24”...

  • Page 16: Drum Brakes

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 6. Settings Drum brakes Pos A2, B2, Pos A2, B2, Pos C1 Pos D1 Pos D3 Pos C1 Pos D1 Pos D3 C2, C3 C2, C3 Pos E1 Pos E2 Pos E3 Pos E1 Pos E2...

  • Page 17: User Manual

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com User manual 75216F 2016-11-06 This part of the manual (User Manual) contains important user information and should therefore be detached and accom- pany the wheelchair at all times. Etac Prio...

  • Page 18: Symbols And Warnings

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com User manual Contents User manual Symbols and warnings ............18 Transportation in vehicles ..........19 Handling ..............20-23 Settings seat comfort Back support upholstery ..........24 Head support ...............25 Foot supports ..............26 Calf/heel strap ..............26 Arm supports ...............26 Driving technique, maneuvering ........

  • Page 19: Transportation In Vehicles

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com User manual Transportation in vehicles Etac’s wheelchairs are tested in accordance with ISO • If possible, the wheelchair should be placed in the 7176-19 (see the”Tests and guarantees” section in the boot. manual). • If the wheelchair is placed in the back seat, make sure it can not overturn or roll.

  • Page 20: Handling

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com User manual Handling Tilt function, comfort position The chair is tilted by pressing the green tilt handle on the right hand side. Forward, tilting is stopped in the Click! preset comfort position. Keep the tilt handle pressed in and push gently forward to continue tilting forward.
  • Page 21 Etac / Prio / www.etac.com User manual Handling Rear wheel with quick release When assembling, always check that the quick release button pops out to the original position. Anti-tips • The anti-tips are foldable and settable in height. • When folding the anti-tip, make sure the safety button locks properly.
  • Page 22 Etac / Prio / www.etac.com User manual Handling Push handle/bow handle, height adjusta- Loosen the knobs (A). Set desired height. Ensure that the push handles are locked in the correct position, tighten the knobs. Ensure that the knobs are properly tightened.

  • Page 23: Handling

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com User manual Handling Drum brake (service brake) Drum brake (parking brake) • Brake while in motion by pulling the brake lever • Activate the parking brake by pulling the brake lever upwards. upwards and pressing in button A.

  • Page 24: Settings Seat Comfort

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com User manual Settings seat comfort Seat comfort Good seating comfort depends on the needs and capacities available to each individual. The following general guidelines show what to consider when set- tings are made. Back support upholstery Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the the anti-tips.

  • Page 25: Head Support

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com User manual Settings seat comfort Head support The heigt of the head support can be adjusted by loosening the screw and nut. Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the the anti-tips. Never lift the chair by the head support.

  • Page 26: Foot Supports

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com User manual Settings seat comfort Foot supports Never stand on the foot supports as there is a risk Adjust the height until you are sure that your feet are of tipping! supported and your thighs are resting on the cushion.

  • Page 27: Driving Technique, Manoeuvring

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com User manual Driving technique, maneuvering Parking Never park on a slope with a user in the wheelchair. Transferring into/out of the wheelchair Never stand on the foot supports as there is a risk of tipping!
  • Page 28 Etac / Prio / www.etac.com User manual Caregiver, up forwards – Ensure that the anti-tips are deactivated. Activate the anti-tips afterwards! Caregiver, up backwards – Ensure that the anti-tips are deactivated. Activate the anti-tips afterwards! Caregiver, down forwards – Ensure that the anti-tips are deactivated.
  • Page 29 Etac / Prio / www.etac.com User manual Stairs, up this transfer. One who walks behind and holds on to the push handle and one who walks in – Ensure that the anti-tips are deactivated and front and holds on to the frame. Never use an that height adjustable push handles escalator, even if a caregiver is available.

  • Page 30: Dismantling Upholstery

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com User manual Dismantling upholstery Back support cushion • The back support cushion is remo- ved/fitted using the zipper.
  • Page 31 Etac / Prio / www.etac.com...

  • Page 32: Maintenance & Fault-Finding Chart

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com User manual Maintenance Rear wheels: Clean quick release axles as required. Seat and back support cushions: Remove the uphol- stery and wash according to instructions on labels. Castors: Clean castor wheel axles as required. In the event of problems, contact your dealer or Chassis: Clean the chassis with non-abrasive deter- Technical Aids Centre.

  • Page 33: Settings (Cont.)

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 6. Settings Seat depth The seat depth can be set to three fixed positions by Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the repositioning the back chassis and rear seat plate. the anti-tips. 1. Tilt the backrest upwards.
  • Page 34 Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 6. Settings Seat depth 5. Remove the rear wheels (not 16”). Remove one tion to the desired seat depth, insert and tighten armrest and lock the backrest angle using an the screws (see ”Screw positions for seat depth”...

  • Page 35: Seat Depth

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 6. Settings Seat depth 8. Screw the gas spring in place according to the 11. Fit rear wheels, armrest and seat cushion. ”Screw positions for seat depth” diagrams. Do 12. Engage the anti-tips and check the seat and not forget the washer in between.

  • Page 36: Screw Positions Seat Depth

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 6. Settings Screw positions seat depth Short seat depth Screw positions Short frame 43.0 cm / long frame 49.0 cm Screw positions for side frame/gas piston attachment Screw positions Medium seat depth Short frame 45.5 cm / long frame 51.5 cm...

  • Page 37: Adjusting Comfort Position

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 6. Settings Adjusting comfort position 1. Loosen the screw and nut. Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the 2. Choose seat angle for comfort position by mov- the anti-tips. ing and tightening the ball bearing bushing.

  • Page 38: Adjusting Back Support Angle, Fixed Back Support

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 6. Settings Adjusting back support angle, fixed back support 1. Loosen the screw and nut. Risk of tipping: Always check the setting of the 2. Adjust the back support angle and tighten. the anti-tips. 5 Nm...

  • Page 39: Readjustments

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 7. Readjustments Brake, adjustment The brakes are infinitely settable. 4. Ensure that the brake is straight in the groove 1. Loosen the screw a couple of turns. and tighten the nut. Test the brakes. 2. Set the brake in correct position.

  • Page 40: Leg Support Elevating

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 7. Readjustments Leg support elevating The calf support is adjustable in height and depth. Never stand on the foot plates as there is a risk 1. Loosen the screw, set the height of the calf sup- of tipping! port and tighten.

  • Page 41: Amputee Leg Support

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 7. Readjustments Amputee leg supports Never sit on the amputee leg support. 4 mm 6 mm Never lift the chair by the leg supports. The amputee leg support is settable in height and width and adjustable in depth and angle.

  • Page 42: Adjusting The Centre Of Balance

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 7. Readjustments Adjusting the centre of balance The centre of balance can be adjusted by changing the position of the rear wheels. When the position of the rear wheels is moved for- wards the wheelchair becomes more manoeuvrable,...

  • Page 43: Accessories - Adjusting, Handling

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 8. Accessories - adjusting, handling Assembly instructions are always provided with accessories when they are delivered from Etac. Instructions are also available on our website www.etac.com. Positioning belt The positioning belt is in two parts, is adjustable in Ensure that the user does not slide forwards length and has a snap-lock.

  • Page 44: Trunk Support

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 8. Accessories - adjusting, handling Trunk support The trunk support is adjustable in height and depth 3. Choose height. and it is detachable. 4. Tighten the screw. Adjusting height: 5. Tighten the knob. 1. Loosen the knob a half turn.

  • Page 45: Technical Data

    Etac / Prio / www.etac.com 9. Technical data Seat depth Back support Transport Transport Type of chair Item no. Total width Seat height from back Weight** height width weight*** user weight support tube* 40 cm kort 13420105 59 cm 43-52,5 cm...

  • Page 46: Service And Maintenance

    Touch-up paint Touch-up paint is available for minor scratches and chips in all the frame colours available for Prio wheelchairs. Miscellaneous If there is a fault in your wheelchair you should contact be held responsible for damage or injury caused by use of your dealer or Technical Aids Centre.

  • Page 47: Tests And Guarantees

    If wheelchair is combined with another product not manufactu- and how intensively the product is being used, but a maximum red by Etac, neither of the products will retain their CE marking of 10 years. If the product is intended for use after the service unless combination agreement exists.
  • Page 48 Etac / Prio / www.etac.com Etac Sverige AB Tel 0371-58 73 00 Etac GmbH Tel 02365-98710 Box 203 Fax 0371-58 73 90 Bahnhofstraße 131, Fax 02365-986115 334 24 Anderstorp info@etac.se 45770 Marl, info@etac.de Sweden www.etac.se Germany www.etac.de Etac AB (export)

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