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- Page 1 M A N U FA C T U R E D B Y ® Sumed International (UK) Ltd. Integrity House, Units 1-2 Graphite Way, Hadfield, Glossop, Derbyshire. SK13 1QH Tel: +44 (0)1457 890980 Fax: +44 (0)1457 890990 Email: sales@sumed.co.uk www.sumed.co.uk...
- Page 2 HEAVY DUTY STEEL WHEELCHAIR CRASH TESTED ® Model GOLIALWPS Owner’s Manual © Sumed International (UK) Ltd. Jan 2016 Version 2...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Page Number contents Introduction Delivery of the wheelchair Usage and safety instructions 3 - 6 Fig. 1 Model overview 1.1 Unfolding the wheelchair 1.2 Attaching the foot rests 1.3 Folding the wheelchair 2.1 Removing the arm rests 2.2 Inserting the arm rests 2.3 Setting the height adjustable arm rests 2.4 Setting the splash guard 2.5 Removing the foot rests... -
Page 4: Introduction
We are delighted that you have chosen a Uniroll Goliath wheelchair from Sumed. You can be certain that it has been built with not only safety in mind, but for your comfort and ease of use. - Page 5 safety instructions Before using your wheelchair for the first time read the user manual carefully. Only use the wheelchair for its intended purpose. Check all parts of the wheelchair for damage before each use. Practice handling your new wheelchair on level ground and with a friend, take extra care until your are confident handling your wheelchair.
- Page 6 safety instructions cont. Transportation Transporting your wheechair must be by the frame only and in no case should the wheelchair be carried using the foot rests, the arm rests or the back rest. With a seated occupant, obstacles such as staircases should only be attempted with assistance. Swivel the anti-tip arms on the rear of the wheel chair through 180°...
- Page 7 safety instructions cont. Adjusting the drum brakes To set the drum brakes, remove the wheel and unscrew the locking nut on the end of the brake cable where it passes through the brake drum assembly (see section 3.4). Operate the brake lever, so that the brake shoes in the brake drum are centred in the assembly.
- Page 8 Fig. 1 - Goliath model overview Attendant handle Foot rest 10 Steering wheel Back rest cushion Foot support 11 Parking brake Splash guard adjustment Anti-tip 12 Drum brake handle Control head 13 Drive wheel/handgrip Padded arm rest Steering yoke ® Owner’s Manual...
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Page 9: Unfolding The Wheelchair
1.1 Unfolding the wheelchair The wheelchair is designed so that it can easily be unfolded. To do this place one hand on each side of the raised seat and press down until the seat is horizontal and clicks in to place (see fig. 2). Place the hard based cushion with the hook and loop tapes on to the seat, the tapes will hold the cushion in place. -
Page 10: Removing The Arm Rests
2.1 Removing the arm rests To remove the arm rests loosen the lower knurled bolt, the arm rest will slide up and out of the housing (see fig. 6). 2.2 Inserting the arm rests To insert the arm rests first ensure the allen bolt and knurled boltare not protruding through the arm rest mounting, then insert the arm rest. -
Page 11: Removing The Foot Rests
2.5 Removing the foot rests There are times when the foot rests should not be used, e.g. when transporting the wheelchair. To remove the foot rests first swivel the foot supports vertically so they are facing upwards. To do this, press the silver quick release button on the foot support (see fig.10). -
Page 12: Setting The Elevating Leg Rests
2.8 Setting the elevating leg rests. The procedure for attaching, removing or setting the height is identical to that for standard leg rests. Before adjusting, ensure the brakes are applied to prevent the wheelchair rolling. With the aid of an assistant to adjust the elevation of the leg rests, slacken the handle (shown in fig. -
Page 13: Setting The Parking Brake
3.2 Setting the parking brake Ensure that the parking brake is in the OFF position. Loosen both 10mm nuts usinga ring or open ended span- ner. Re-position as required re-tighten both and check that when brake handle is pushed forward, the rear wheel does not rotate. -
Page 14: Removing The Drive Wheels With Quick Release Axles
3.5 Removing the drive wheels You can remove the drive wheels. First remove black plastic dust cap from the nut on the end of the axle mounting frame on the inside of the wheelchair and black plastic dust cap on outside of wheel. Next, using a 19mm open end or ring spanner and a 20mm socket, remove the 19mm nut on the inside of the frame. -
Page 15: Adjusting Seat Height
3.7 Adjusting seat height The seat height on the Goliath wheelchair can be adjusted from 45cm – 54cm in 3cm steps. To adjust the seat height first remove both wheels (see section 3.5), the drum brake assembly will now be visible. Remove the circlip at the bottom of the brake shoes. -
Page 16: Fitting And Adjusting The Anti-Tip Arms
3.8 Fitting and adjusting the anti-tip arms To install the anti-tip arms on to the lower shafts at the rear of the wheelchair frame, press the silver quick release button on the anti-tip arm (see fig. 22). To adjust ant-tip arms horizontally, press silver quick release button until it passes through the mounting. - Page 17 At the rear of the shafts remove the black open ended clips by placing fingers either side of the clip opening and pulling outwards (see fig. 25). Clips should detach from the shafts. Repeat on all four shafts. Next, remove all grey spacer blocks from the shafts (see fig.
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Page 18: Frame Number
You can purchase a Transport Kit from Sumed International (UK) Ltd. (see page 3 for contact details). This will provide the necessary parts required for compliance with safety standards in transportation of wheelchairs. -
Page 19: Maintenance Of Your Wheelchair
The lap belt, with steel quick release mechanism attached to your chair should be loosely fitted. Your wheelchair should be secured front and back using the appropriate restraints through the brackets front and back. They should be tightened in accordance with the manufac- turer’s instructions. -
Page 20: Technical Data
Regularly clean your wheelchair using warm water and soap solution, or a commercially available cleaner. Clean the plastic parts with commercially available cleaners. The seat and back rest cover should be cleaned using warm water and soap solution, or commercially available cleaning agents. -
Page 21: Warranty
(see fig. 30) Caution: Failure to follow the owner's manual, as well as incorrectly performed maintenance, technical chang- es or modifications without the consent of Sumed International (UK) Ltd., will void both the warranty and product liability in general. Note for re-use: The wheelchair is suitable for re-use. -
Page 22: Notes
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