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Next Comfort
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74730I
2015-11-06

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  • Page 1 Next Comfort Manual English 74730I 2015-11-06...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Heading Page General ....................Handling/Transport ................Product Description ................Model ....................Accessories/Options ................8-10 Quick guide ..................11-12 Settings Seat ..................13-14 Legrests.................. 15-16 Backrest /Headrest ..............17-18 Centre of balance/Brake ............Anti-tip adjustments ............... Changing castors/Handrims ............ Driving technique/Manoeuvring ..........22-25 Assembly instructions Accessories ............

  • Page 3: General

    10 years. If the product is intended for use after the service life period specified by Etac, it is the responsibility of the product owner to ensure product functionality in accordance with the manual and reconditioning instructions.

  • Page 4: Handling/Transport

    2 Handling/Transport 2:1 Unfolding Press down on one side of the seat Fit seat, back pad and seat cushion. frame (do not hold the seat frame due Flip down the footrests. to the risk of pinching your fingers). ”Click” 2:2 Folding Remove seat cushion/back pad and any bow handle/cross brace.
  • Page 5 2:7 Recommendations 3) According to directive 2001/85/EC, Etac recommends in the following order: In conjunction with points 2 appendix VII, point 3.8.3. there are and 3: 1) The user transfers to one of the...

  • Page 6: Product Description

    3 Product description Next Comfort is constructed around a seat unit and a front fork attachments need never be angle-adjusted. propulsion unit. Height adjustment is possible without Nor do the brakes need to be adjusted when the rear changing the rear wheels, front forks or castor wheels.

  • Page 7: Model

    4 Model Standard model Alternative model (options) *Seat adjustable in angle/tilt -3° (±1°) - Seat, settable in height +20° (±2°) Seat height 44 cm, adjustable by 6 cm Front seat height 40-49 cm, with seat angle +3° without changing rear wheels, fork or castor wheels Seat depth, settable Cloth upholstery with adjustable seat depth 6 cm...

  • Page 8: Accessories/Options

    5 Options 8: 6 Sittsdjup Backrest upholstery adjustable with cover, continuously height settable 30-45 cm, fitted with cross brace Backrest upholstery high adjustable with cover, continuously height settable 45-55 cm, fitted with cross brace Bow handle height adjustable, fixed or adjustable angle, detachable Seat upholstery with adjustable seat depth 6 cm Single hand brake for installation on right or left side Legrest with narrow knee angle...
  • Page 9 5 Options Headrest cushion with siderest or shaped cushion. Rod with 45°, 90° angle or swan neck. Anti-tips telescopic, flip-up, settable in height, adjustable in length and angle 5 Accessories Armrest lockable, height-adjustable 25 cm long, solid top, black Armrest lockable, height-adjustable 38 cm long, solid top, black Armrest low lockable, height-adjustable 25 or 38 cm long, solid top, black Armrest cover detachable, 25 or 38 cm long padded or gel, dark grey plush or black Dartex...
  • Page 10 5 Accessories Calf strap detachable, black nylon, settable in length Padding for calf strap Extended footrest fits onto the existing footrest Positioning belt two pieces, with snap-lock, fixing points on the wheelchair frame Cross brace with snap lock Back wedge length 15 and 30 cm, attached with Velcro Trunk support settable in depth and angle, black Dartex, foldable, incl.

  • Page 11: Quick Guide

    6 Quick guide This section is intended for anyone with More detailed instructions can be found experience of adjusting wheelchairs after the Quick Guide. who only requires brief instructions. 6:1 Seat height The seat height is settable by 5 cm without changing rear wheels, front forks or castors.

  • Page 12: Quick Guide

    6 Quick guide 6:3 Backrest height The backrest is infinitely settable. Tools: Allen key 5 mm Start by removing the back pad. Then loosen the screws on the inside of the back tubes by 2-3 turns. Adjust the height by pulling/pushing the backrest upwards/downwards.

  • Page 13: Settings 7. Seat

    7 Settings seat 7:1 Seat height The seat height is settable without The castor wheels do not affect the seat changing rear wheels, front forks or height, and are selected solely based on castors. application. For further height adjustment the rear wheel and front fork have to be changed.
  • Page 14 7 Settings seat 7:4 Seat angle +20° (±2°) -3° (±1°) 7:5 Adjusting seat depth The seat depth can be varied 0-6 cm by moving the seat plate backwards/ forwards. Loosen the screws (A) and move to the required position. Tighten. Short frame: 35 - 41 cm (measured from the back tube).

  • Page 15: Legrests

    8 Settings legrests 8:1 Legrests A continuously angle adjustable legrest The legrests are lockable, detachable with calf support is also available. and can be swung to the side or under the seat. Amputee legrests are also available as They are available in two different knee alternatives to legrests.

  • Page 16: Legrests

    8 Settings legrests 8:5 Footrests For outdoor use the footrests Next Comfort is supplied with divided, should be raised 4-5 cm above flip-up footrests that are adjustable in height, angle and depth. the ground. To make the footrests lower or higher Never stand on the footrests as you may tip the chair.

  • Page 17: Backrest /Headrest

    9 Settings backrest/headrest 9:1 Backrest The backrest is settable in height and Risk of tipping! Always check angle and has adjustable back pad or the position of the anti-tips after settable cloth upholstery. adjusting the backrest. The push handle is height adjustable. 9:2 Backrest height The backrest is infinitely settable.
  • Page 18 9 Settings backrest/headrest 9:5 Settable cloth upholstery - Tighten the straps so that they follow The contour of the backrest upholstery the contours of the back and give sup- is individually adjustable by using the five Velcro straps and the backrest port to the curve of the back.

  • Page 19: Centre Of Balance/Brake

    10 Centre of balance, brake 10:1 Rear wheels, balance adjustment The rear wheels have 2 alternative posi- Tools: 24 mm ring spanner tions for balance adjustment. Remove the rear wheels by depressing Bear in mind the risk of tipping. the button in the centre of the hub. Undo the nut on the inside of the bar.

  • Page 20: Anti-Tip Adjustments

    11 Settings anti-tips 11:1 Anti-tips, flip-up The anti-tips are mounted on the tilters. 5 mm Allen key To raise them, pull the sleeve around the tilter downwards while folding it upwards. After adjusting the seat height, Ensure that the anti-tips ”click into posi- centre of balance or backrest tion”, when extended or folded.

  • Page 21: Changing Castors/Handrims

    12 Changing castor wheels/handrims 12:1 Changing castor wheels Next Comfort can be equipped with Each rear wheel size has a specific accom- panying fork size. See table in section 17 125 mm (5"), 150 mm (6") or 175 mm (Alternative seat heights/angles). For higher * (7") castors.

  • Page 22: Driving Technique/Manoeuvring

    13 Driving technique, settings manoeuvring 13:1 Driving technique Care giver: Weight distribution is the decisive factor If the user is left alone in the wheelchair, when it comes to operating conditions. ensure that the brakes are applied and It is in part dependent upon the user’s that the anti-tip is swung down.
  • Page 23 13 Driving technique, settings manoeuvring 13:3 Descending kerbs User, driving down forwards: This technique is recommended only for experienced wheelchair users. Lower the anti-tips again. • Ensure that the anti-tips are turned upwards. • Drive forward to the edge of the kerb.
  • Page 24 13 Driving technique, settings manoeuvring 13:4 Driving technique, inclined surface The following constitutes important ad- If you need to stop on a slope and apply vice for driving up or downhill to avoid the brakes, it can feel as if the brake the risk of tipping.
  • Page 25 13 Driving technique, settings manoeuvring 13:6 Negotiating stairs, down • Drive forwards to the first step and Always ask for help. Never tilt the chair onto its rear wheels, if travel on an escalator, even if necessary using the tilter to help. there are care givers available.

  • Page 26: Assembly Instructions Accessories

    Assembly instructions are provided Instructions are also available on our with all accessories when they are website www.etac.com supplied by Etac. 14:1 Armrest, lockable and detachable, height adjustment The armrest comes in two versions, with Height adjustment: The screw/nut is used short or long armrest guard.
  • Page 27 14 Assembly instructions accessories 14:5 Hemi Tray The Hemi Tray is attached to the ac- companying padded armrest covers by means of the Velcro tape. These are supplied with Velcro on the upper side. The height is adjusted with the armrest. The tray can be fitted onto short or long armrests.
  • Page 28 14 Assembly instructions accessories 14:10 Positioning belt The belt is to be used only for The positioning belt is in two parts, is positioning in the wheelchair. adjustable in length and has a snap- It must not be used as a substi- lock.
  • Page 29 14 Assembly instructions accessories 14:14 Transport attachment 14:15 Drum brake 5 mm...

  • Page 30: Care And Maintenance

    Rinse and dry. and dry. Miscellaneous Etac will not be held responsible for damage or injury If there is a fault in your wheelchair you should contact caused by use of non-original parts. your dealer or Technical Aids Centre.

  • Page 31: Care And Maintenance

    15 Care and maintenance Fault-finding chart Problem* Solution • Inflate the tyres • Rear wheel mountings are incorrectly fitted The wheelchair pulls to the side • The user is distributing weight unevenly • Release the tilt handle so that the bars are parallel •...

  • Page 32: Tests And Guarantees

    Manual. Wheelchairs specially adapted by customers are not eligible for Etac’s CE marking. Etac’s guarantee no longer applies. If in the least doubt about the validity of adjustments, please contact Etac for advice.

  • Page 33: Alternative Seat Heights/Angles

    150x30 mm 125x30 mm mounted. Incorrect mounting has a negative effect on 22" operating conditions, as the front fork mountings are not adjustable on Next Comfort. The bar must be in the horizontal position. 6"= 5"= ------------ (!) Non-standard combinations are...

  • Page 34: Weights And Dimensions/Standard Model

    23 cm 26.5 kg Next Comfort: The dimensions and weights indicated apply to chairs with 24" rear wheels high pressure/aluminium handrims, legrests, anti-tips and height-adjustable push handles, seat and backrest cushion in PE. Height at front is measured from the top of the unpadded seat with the seat tipped +3° backwards, the height at the back is measured from the top of the unpadded seat and the seat depth is measured from the back tubes.
  • Page 35 23 cm 21.7 kg Next Comfort: The dimensions and weights indicated apply to chairs with 24" rear wheels, high pressure/aluminium handrims, legrests, anti-tips and height-adjustable push handles, seat and backrest cushion in two-ply polyester. Height at front is measured from the top of the seat frame with the seat tipped +3° backwards, the height at the back is measured from the top of the seat frame and the seat depth is measured from the back tubes.
  • Page 36 United Kingdom Snug Seat, Inc. Tel 800 336 7684 12801 E. Independence Boulevard Fax 704 882 0751 P.O. Box 1739 Information@snugseat.com Matthews, NC 28106, USA www.etac.com Etac Supply Center AB Långgatan 12 SE-334 24 Anderstorp 7 320451 307484 74730...

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