Vermeiren Eclips X4 KIDS Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 V RM IR N Eclips X4 KI S I N S T R U C T I O N...
  • Page 2 No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form what so ever (print, photocopy, microfilm or any other process) without written permission of the publisher, or processed, duplicated or distributed by using electronic systems. © N.V. Vermeiren N.V. 2016...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Push bar ........................11     2.14 Transport in the car ....................12 2.15   Use of the wheelchair as seat in a motor vehicle (Eclips X4 kids) ......12     Installation and adjustment ..................14     Tools .......................... 14  ...
  • Page 4: Preface

    First of all we want to thank you for putting your trust in us by selecting one of our wheelchairs. The Vermeiren wheelchairs are the result of many years of research and experience. During the development, special attention was given to the ease of use and the serviceability of the wheelchair.
  • Page 5: Product Description

    When used on mats, carpeted floors or loose floor coverings, the floor covering can get damaged. Use only Vermeiren approved accessories. The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by the lack of or improper service or as a result of not following instructions from this manual.
  • Page 6: Technical Specifications

    Storage and use temperature + 5 °C + 41 °C Storage and use humidity We reserve the right to introduce technical changes. Measurement tolerance ± 15 mm / 1,5 kg / ° Table 1: Technical specifications Eclips X4 kids Page 4...
  • Page 7: Drawing

    10 = Steering wheels (Front wheels) 11 = Foot rests 12 = Seat Accessories The following accessories are available for the Eclips X4 kids:  Anterior pelvic belt (B58) for mounting on the tubes of the back  Anti-tipping device (B78) for mounting on the bottom frame ...
  • Page 8: Explanation Of Symbols

    Eclips X4 kids 2016-01 Explanation of symbols Maximum mass Indoor and outdoor use Maximum Safe Slope CE conformity Type designation Not intended to be used as a seat in a Motor vehicle Safety rules To prevent injury and/or damage to your wheelchair, make sure that no objects and/or body parts are caught in the spokes of the driving wheels.
  • Page 9: Use

    Eclips X4 kids 2016-01 This chapter describes the everyday use. These instructions are for the user and the specialist dealer. The wheelchair is delivered fully assembled by your specialist dealer. The instructions intended for the specialist dealer on how to set up the wheelchair are given in § 3.
  • Page 10: Operating The Brakes

    Eclips X4 kids 2016-01 Operating the brakes WARNING: The brakes are not used to slow down the wheelchair during movements – Use the brakes only to prevent the wheelchair from unintended movements. WARNING: Good operation of the brakes is influenced by wear and contamination of the tires (water, oil, mud, …) –...
  • Page 11: Riding The Wheelchair

    Do not attempt moving on too high slopes. The maximum slope angles (upwards and downwards) are mentioned in table 1 for Eclips X4 kids. Ask an attendant to help you moving on the slope. Lean forward to move your centre of gravity forward.
  • Page 12 Eclips X4 kids 2016-01 An experienced user can negotiate higher curbs by himself. This is best done backwards. Turn the wheelchair to have the rear wheels facing the curb. Lean forward to move your centre of gravity forward. Move the wheelchair close to the curbs.
  • Page 13: Fold Up The Wheelchair

    Eclips X4 kids 2016-01 2.11 Fold up the wheelchair CAUTION: Chance of pinching – Do not place fingers between the components of the wheelchair. When the push bar is available remove the push bar. Fold or remove the footplates (see § 2.4).
  • Page 14: Transport In The Car

    Eclips X4 kids 2016-01 2.14 Transport in the car WARNING: Risk of injury – See that the wheelchair is attached properly. So you can avoid injury from the passengers during collision or sudden braking. WARNING: Risk of injury – Use for attaching the wheelchair and passenger NEVER the same seatbelt.
  • Page 15 Eclips X4 kids 2016-01 7. Mount the front securement straps according to the instructions of the strap-system manufacturer at the indicated place. (figure 3) This place is marked on the wheelchair with a symbol. (figure 4) 8. Roll back the wheelchair until the front straps are tight.
  • Page 16: Installation And Adjustment

    The Vermeiren Lightweight wheelchairs Eclips X4 kids has been designed entirely for your comfort. This wheelchair can be adjusted to individual requirements as explained below. To find a service facility or specialist dealer near you, contact the nearest Vermeiren facility. A list of Vermeiren facilities can be found on the last page.
  • Page 17: Adjusting The Seat Height And Seat Angle

    Risk of tipping over - When the driving wheels are adjusted, the position of the wheels are altered. The Vermeiren Eclips X4 kids is adjustable in different seat heights and different seat angles by changing the wheels position. At each height there is a different setting of the front and rear wheels.
  • Page 18 It is also possible to rotate the rear axle block Ⓑ (2 positions: steps from 15 mm). Some of the wheelchairs Eclips X4 kids Aktief are made with an adjustable axle adjuster. With these adjuster you can also change the seat height.
  • Page 19: Flexible Seat

    Eclips X4 kids 2016-01 Flexible seat WARNING: Risk of injury - Make sure that all screws are properly tightened with the appropriate tool. The seat frame is available in different seat depths. To close the gap between the back frame and the seat, fold the flap of the backrest under the seat (Velcro fastening).
  • Page 20: Adjusting Seat Depth

    Eclips X4 kids 2016-01 Adjusting seat depth WARNING: Risk of injury - Make sure that all screws are properly tightened before using the wheelchair. The seat depth can be adjusted from 310 mm to 370 mm in steps from 20 mm for seat width 320 mm and from 330 mm to 390 mm in steps from 20 mm for seat width 370 mm.
  • Page 21: Anatomical Backrest

    Eclips X4 kids 2016-01 Anatomical backrest WARNING: Risk of injury – Check that the backrest is secured before use. WARNING: Risk of injury – Avoid getting your fingers caught during the assembly process. To use the anatomical backrest, proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 22: Adjusting Of The Armpads

    Eclips X4 kids 2016-01 3.10.2 Depth of the footplate Adjust the depth of the footplate as follow (in three different positions: steps 20 mm): Remove the screws  (Fig B). Adjust the depth of the foot rest to a comfortable position...
  • Page 23: Adjusting Of The Tip Cap

    Eclips X4 kids 2016-01 3.12 Adjusting of the tip cap WARNING: Risk of injury - Make sure that all screws are properly tightened with the appropriate tool. A tip cap is mounted on the lower back frame that can be adjusted in its height depending on the seat height of the wheelchair.
  • Page 24: Maintenance

    3. Retighten the screws  and . 4. Adjust the brakes. Please note that your wheelchair might become tipping over. To prevent this, you can also mount an anti-tipping device. Maintenance For the maintenance manual of the manual wheelchairs refer to the Vermeiren website: www.vermeiren.com. Page 22...
  • Page 25 Dealer´s stamp: Dealer´s stamp: Date: Date: Dealer´s stamp: Dealer´s stamp: Date: Date: Dealer´s stamp: Dealer´s stamp: Date: Date:  For service checklists an additional technical information, please see our specialist dealers nearest to you. More information on our website at: www.vermeiren.com.
  • Page 26 Notes ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
  • Page 28 Fax: +41(0)31 818 40 98 website: www.vermeiren.it website: www.vermeiren.ch e-mail: info@vermeiren.it e-mail: info@vermeiren.ch Poland Spain / Portugal Vermeiren Polska Sp. z o.o Vermeiren Iberica, S.L. Carratera de Cartellà, Km 0,5 Łączna PL-55-100 Trzebnica Sant Gregori Parc Industrial Edifici A Tel: +48(0)71 387 42 00...

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