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TRANSPORT CHAIRS
OPERATORS MANUAL
MODEL NO. 9200--------17" BURGUNDY PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM
TRANSPORT CHAIR
MODEL NO. 9200GR-------17" GREEN PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM
TRANSPORT CHAIR
MODEL NO. 9200BL --------17" BLUE PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM
TRANSPORT CHAIR
MODEL NO. 9200BK--------17" BLACK PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM
TRANSPORT CHAIR
MODEL NO. 9201------19" BURGUNDY PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM
TRANSPORT CHAIR
MODEL NO. 9201BL-----19" BLUE PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM
TRANSPORT CHAIR
MODEL NO. 9201GR-----19"GREEN PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM
TRANSPORT CHAIR
MODEL NO. 9201S------19" SILVER PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM
TRANSPORT CHAIR
MODEL NO. 9201BK------19" BLACK PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM
TRANSPORT CHAIR
MODEL NO. 9300BK-----21" BLACK PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM
TRANSPORT CHAIR
MODEL NO. 9300----21" BURGUNDY PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM
TRANSPORT CHAIR
MODEL NO. 9600GRVP----19" GREY PLAID UPHOLSTERY PROBASICS
LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM TRANSPORT CHAIR
MODEL NO. 9600GRNP----19" GREEN PLAIN UPHOLSTERY PROBASICS
LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM TRANSPORT CHAIR
MODEL NO. 9400----BURGUNDY 19" LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM TRANSPORT
CHAIR W/REAR CABLE HAND BRAKES
MODEL NO. 9400BK---BLACK 19" LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM TRANSPORT CHAIR
W/REAR CABLE HAND BRAKES
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- Page 1 TRANSPORT CHAIRS OPERATORS MANUAL MODEL NO. 9200--------17” BURGUNDY PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM TRANSPORT CHAIR MODEL NO. 9200GR-------17” GREEN PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM TRANSPORT CHAIR MODEL NO. 9200BL --------17” BLUE PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM TRANSPORT CHAIR MODEL NO. 9200BK--------17” BLACK PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM TRANSPORT CHAIR MODEL NO.
- Page 2 MODEL NO. 9500---BURGUNDY 22”HEAVY DUTY TRANSPORT CHAIR MODEL NO. 9500BK---BLACK 22”HEAVY DUTY TRANSPORT CHAIR MODEL NO. 9015---TRANSPORT CHAIR W/ 19” SEAT WIDTH MODEL NO. 0005---TRANSPORT CHAIR W/ 17” SEAT WIDTH PROBASICS LIGHTWEIGHT 19”LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM ALUMINUM TRANSPORT CHAIR TRANSPORT CHAIR W/REAR CABLE 22”HEAVY DUTY TRANSPORT TRANSPORT CHAIR W/19”...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Index General Guidelines................4 Operating Information................6 Weight Training ..................8 4. Weight Limitations ................... 8 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs ............8 Stability and Balance................9 Coping w/Everyday Obstacles ............10 A Note to Wheelchair Assistants ............10 Percentage of Weight Distribution............11 10. - Page 4 27. Unfolding/Folding the Fold-down Back ..........20 28. Replacing Back Upholstery ..............21 29. Replacing Seat Upholstery..............22 30. Rear Wheels..................22 31. Removing/Installing Rear Wheels ............22 32. Casters ....................23 33. Replacing Adjusting Front Folks............23 34. Replacing Front Caster ................ 24 35.
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Page 5: General Guidelines
GENERAL GUIDLINES Brakes must be locked before using seat... - Page 6 The wheel locks on this transport chair have been preset at the factory to comply with the Veterans Administration functional Standards. No Transport Chair has been approved for use as a seating surface inside a motor vehicle. This label is for informational purposes only.
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Page 7: Operating Information
OPERATING INFORMATION To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified health professional BEFORE attempting active use of the wheelchair. Make sure the back is locked securely BEFORE using this wheelchair. ALWAYS verify that the hand grips on the rear cane are secure prior to use when an assistant is used to propel the chair. - Page 8 Probasics accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Probasics and are not recommended for use with Probasics products. DO NOT over tighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to the frame tubing.
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Page 9: Weight Training
Probasics DOES NOT recommend the use of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus. Probasics wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as a seat for any kind of weight training. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, PROBASICS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR BODILY INJURY AND THE WARRANTY WILL BE VOID. -
Page 10: Stability And Balance
WARNING ALWAYS wear your seat-positioning strap. Inasmuch as the seat-positioning strap is an option on the Probasics Transport (you can order this wheelchair with or without the seat positioning strap), Probasics strongly recommends ordering the seat-positioning strap as an additional safeguard. -
Page 11: Coping W/Everyday Obstacles
Coping With Everyday Obstacles Coping with the irritation of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by learning how to manage your wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of gravity to maintain stability and balance. A Note to Wheelchair Assistants When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, remember to use good body mechanics. -
Page 12: Percentage Of Weight Distribution
used to move the wheelchair or as lifting supports, as they may be inadvertently released, resulting in possible injury to the user and/or assistant(s). When learning a new assistance technique, have an experienced assistant help you before attempting it alone. Percentage of Weight Distribution WARNING Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach, bend and transfer in and... -
Page 13: Reaching, Leaning Backwards
Reaching, Leaning Backwards WARNING DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery. This will change your center of gravity and may cause you to tip over. Position wheelchair as close as possible to the desired object. Point front casters forward to create the longest possible wheelbase. -
Page 14: Stairways
WARNING ALWAYS wear your seat-positioning strap. Inasmuch as the seat-positioning strap is an option on the Probasics Transport and the Lightweight Transport (you can order these wheelchairs with or without the seat positioning strap), Probasics strongly recommends ordering the seat-positioning strap as an additional safeguard. -
Page 15: Folding And Unfolding Wheelchair
Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move an occupied wheelchair up or down the stairs. Probasics recommends that, if possible, the user be removed from the wheelchair prior to moving. Probasics recommends using two (2) assistants and making thorough preparations. Make sure to use ONLY secure, non-detachable parts for hand-held supports. -
Page 16: Safety Inspection
1. Swing the footrest/leg rest in locked position to the front of the wheelchair. 2. Pivot the footplates upward to vertical position. 3. Grasp the two (2) straps on the seat rails and pull up to begin closing the wheelchair. 4. -
Page 17: Inspect/Adjust Weekly
_ Ensure that there is no excessive side movement or binding when the rear wheels are lifted and spun. _ Inspect for cracked, broken or loose spokes. _ Ensure the wheel/fork assembly has proper tension when the caster is spun. The caster should come to a gradual stop. -
Page 18: Inspect/Adjust Periodically
_ Inspect for any loose or broken hardware on the wheelchair. _ Inspect back cane handgrips for wear, looseness, and/or deterioration. _ Loosen/tighten the locknut if the wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop. _ Ensure the wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. CAUTION As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks... -
Page 19: Suggested Maintenance Procedures
WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise, injury or damage can result. CAUTION DO NOT over tighten the hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to the frame tubing. Suggested Maintenance Procedures 1. -
Page 20: Front Rigging
FRONT RIGGINGS WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise, injury or damage may result. Installing Swingaway Footrest Assembly 1. Turn the footrest to the side (open footplate is perpendicular to wheelchair). 2. -
Page 21: Adjusting Footplate Height
Adjusting Footplate Height 1. Remove the swingaway footrest assembly. Refer to Installing Swingaway Footrest Assembly. NOTE: Lay the assembly on a flat surface to simplify this procedure. 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the footplate mounting bolt until the footplate assembly moves freely. -
Page 22: Replacing Back Upholstery
2. Pull the handles down. Unfolding WARNING When unfolding the back, ensure all occupant's and/or assistant’s body parts are away from the folding mechanism. Otherwise, pinching and injury may occur. Make sure the release levers are securely locked in place BEFORE using the wheelchair. -
Page 23: Replacing Seat Upholstery
2. Position new back upholstery on back canes. 3. Securely tighten the new back upholstery to the back canes with the screws and washers. NOTE: The Lightweight Transport has ten (10) screws and washers. The Bariatric Transport has sixteen (16) screws and washers. Replacing Seat Upholstery 1. -
Page 24: Casters
and axle spacer to the wheelchair. 2. Repeat STEP 1 for the opposite rear wheel. 3. To reinstall the rear wheels onto the wheelchair, reverse STEPS 1-2. NOTE: Make sure the axle spacer is between the rear wheel and the wheelchair frame. CASTERS WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all... -
Page 25: Replacing Front Caster
1. Remove the dust cover. 2. To properly tighten the caster journal system and guard against flutter, perform the following check: A. Tip back the wheelchair to floor. B. Simultaneously pivot both forks and casters to the top of their arc. C. -
Page 26: Locking/Unlocking/Using Hand Brakes
be taken to reduce the gap distance. Turn both casters parallel to the object you are transferring onto. When transferring to and from the wheelchair, ALWAYS ENGAGE BOTH WHEEL LOCKS. If the wheelchair is equipped with hand brakes, ALWAYS LOCK BOTH HAND BRAKES before transferring to and from the wheelchair. -
Page 27: Adjusting Cable Adjuster Unit
1. Loosen the brake handle adjustment nut by turning clockwise. 2. Perform one (1) of the following: • Loosen brake handle tension - Turn the brake handle nut clockwise. NOTE: If the brake lever is scraping the rear wheel, the brake handle must be loosened. •... -
Page 28: Limited Lifetime Warranty
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY PMI WARRANTS THIS PRODUCT TO BE FREE FROM DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP. PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1999. THIS WARRANTY IS EXTENDED ONLY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER/USER OF OUR PRODUCTS. - Page 29 CALL CARRIER AND SECURE DAMAGE INSPECTION REPORT YOU HAVE 15 DAYS TO SECURE DAMAGE REPORTS OTHERWISE YOU MAY LOSE YOUR PRIVILEGE OF FILLING A CLAIM FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE. FREIGHT POLICY: PLEASE CONTACT YOUR SLAES REPRESENTATIVE FOR DETAILS. For Service Call Your Authorized PROBASICS Medical Dealer:...
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