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- Page 1 HD Balance - Tilt-in-space wheelchair Manual | English HD Balance 24 & 16.
- Page 2 © 2010 HANTVERKSDESIGN & REHABILITERINGSPRODUKTER AB...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS 1. WARRANTY 4. ACCESSORIES 4.1 Headrest/Neckrest 4.2 Bag hook 2. GENERAL INFORMATION 4.3 Thoracic support 2.1 Intended use - HD balance 4.4 Table 2.2. General safety aspects 4.5 Pommel 2.3 Tests 4.6 Positioning Belt/Harness 2.4 Identification of the wheelchair 4.7 User Cards 2.5 The wheelchair parts 2.6 Delivery Inspection/Installation... -
Page 4: Warranty
HD Rehab offers aids for people living with disability. Our best-known product is the HD wheel- chair, which we have designed, developed and manufactured for over 40 years. No other tilt-in- space wheelchair on the market has the same well-considered functional design, precision and durability as an HD wheelchair. -
Page 5: General Information
2. GENERAL INFORMATION HD balance is a class 1 CE labeled medical device. 2.1 Intended use - HD balance The wheelchair model, HD Balance 24, is a manual wheelchair designed for users who can propel themselves to a certain extent. The model can also be used by users who cannot propel themselves. The wheelchair model, HD Balance 16, is a manual wheelchair designed for users who cannot propel the wheelchair themselves. -
Page 6: Tests
● Often, training is required to operate the lifting aid. CE LABELED ACCESSORIES / CUSTOMIZING ● HD rehab has a wide range of CE labeled accessories that are authorized for use with the wheel- chair while maintaining the CE label. There are also combination agreements covering acces- sories from other manufacturers that are approved for use on the HD balance while maintaining the CE label. -
Page 7: The Wheelchair Parts
2.5 The wheelchair parts 1 Wheel frame Seat frame 3 Back frame 4 Flexi-back frame 5 Driving wheels 6 Swivel casters 7 Brake 8 User brake 9 Push bar/handle 10 Tilt protection 11 Legrest 12 Calf support 13 Footrest 14 Armrest with side support Diagram 2. -
Page 8: Functions And Settings
3. FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS 3.1 Brakes The HD-Balance can be supplied with two different types of brakes; combined service and parking disc brakes (1 in Diagram 3) and the wheel lock (2 in Diagram 3). Both brake variants can be deselected. COMBINED SERVICE AND PARKING BRAKE The brake levers are located under the push bar/push handles operated by carers from the chair’s back. -
Page 9: Wheels
3.2 Wheels The HD Balance is equipped with either 24”, 20” or 16” driving wheels depending on model and design. All tires are standard pump and puncture proof and equipped with quick releases. The castors are 175mm as standard but can be changed to 200mm. Alternatively, the wheelchair can be equipped with pneumatic tires. -
Page 10: Push Bar
3.4 Push bar HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF THE PUSH BAR: - Grip the push bar, a diagram 10, with one hand. - Press in one snap lock, 1 diagram 11, and pull the push bar up on the same side. - Hold the bar up and push the second snap lock (2). - Set the push bar to the desired position. -
Page 11: Seat Tilt & Recline Function
3.7 Seat tilt & Recline function Diagram 16 shows the wheelchair in reclined and tilted position. - The controls should be handled with moderate force and should always be used one at a time, NEVER at the same time! - Never hang items on the levers. SEAT TILT The seat tilt is controlled by the green lever on the right side of Diagram 14. -
Page 12: Backrest Height
3.8 Backrest Height The backrest height can be adjusted approximately 6cm in the tracks that are where the flexi-back is secured. This requires a 10mm key, diagram 17, which is located under the front seat’s cross tube. As an alternative for tall users there is an elevated back that is 10cm higher than standard HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF THE BACKREST: - Loosen the four nuts, 1 in Diagram 18, a few turns. -
Page 13: Adjustable Seat/Seat Depth
3.10 Adjustable seat/seat depth Seat depth is controlled by a lever (1) under the seat’s left side, see Diagrams 20 & 21, and can be held in seven different settings. DEPTH SETTING: - Move the lever (1) outward and hold it in position. - Slide the seat plate to the desired position. -
Page 14: Legrest
3.12 Legrest ANGLE ADJUSTABLE LEGREST Angle adjustable legrests are standard on the HD Balance. They can be angled between 90 ° (straight down) and 180 ° (straight ahead) with 10 ° steps (10 positions). Components see Diagram 24: 1 Locking button for removal of legrests 2 Angle control, release button 3 Legrest tube 4 Plastic housing, outside... -
Page 15: Footrest
FIXED-ANGLE LEGREST Alternatively, the wheelchair can be equipped with fixed-angle legrests that can be designed at different angles. MOUNTING FIXED-ANGLE LEGRESTS - Align the hole in the knee joint over the peg on the bracket and let the knee joint slide down, see Diagram 29. It may be easier if the lever (1) is moved forward. -
Page 16: Accessories
4. ACCESSORIES The following section briefly describes the accessories that are available for the HD Balance. They are all CE labeled and approved for use with the wheelchair. More information about the respec- tive accessories is available as information sheets. Instructions on how accessories are installed can be found in the respective accessory installation instructions. -
Page 17: Thoracic Support
4.3 Thoracic support The thoracic support is mounted by inserting the hook (1 in Diagram 37) in the thoracic support fastening (2) on the rear of the back and tightening with the knob (3) in the desired position. The cover is removable and mounted with Velcro; washing instructions are on the labels. -
Page 18: Pommel
4.5 Pommel The pommels consists of (see Diagram 41): 1 Pommel cushion 2. Pommel fixing 3 Pommel mount with control Same bracket is used for all versions of pommels. The pommel is attached by inserting the fixing into the bracket and locking into place with the knob. -
Page 19: User Cards
4.7 User Cards A User Card can be found hanging on the back of the wheelchair. They are used to ensure the user’s position is as good as possible. The prescriber (or other authorized person) can communicate the recommended settings for each individual patient. Diagram 47 explains how the card should be interpreted. -
Page 20: Transport
Since an actual incident is likely to be different than the conditions at the time of testing, HD Rehab does not accept any responsibility for the outcome of an accident in which the HD balance is involved. -
Page 21: Folding The Wheelchair For Transportation
5.3 Folding the wheelchair for transportation FOLDING OF WHEELCHAIR - Tilt the front seat unit to its most forward position. - Remove the armrests and any accessories such as thoracic support and leg divider, including pillows. - Remove the legrests if it helps. - Grasp the push bar with one hand and pull the recline peg, (1) in Dia- gram 52. -
Page 22: Daily Functional Checks
EXPLANATIONS FOR TABLE 2 COATED AND SURFACE TREATED SURFACES RECLINE PIN: AND PLASTIC PARTS - Check that the recline pin is intact and sits prop- - Wash/wipe with regular all-purpose detergent erly. Make sure the knob is tightly screwed on. or disinfecting agents. -
Page 23: Technical Data - Measures
8 Technical data - Measures Balance 38 Balance 42 Balance 46 Balance 50 Table 1. 16” 24” 16” 24” 16” 24” 16” 24” Measures in [mm] if not stated Maximum user weight [kg] Seat width Seat depth standard frame, with cushion 430-520 430-520 430-520... - Page 24 Manufacturer: Hantverksdesign & Rehabiliteringsprodukter AB Tryffelsslingan 4 SE-181 57 LIDINGÖ Telephone: +46 (0)8 767 04 80 Fax: +46 (0)8 767 50 00 www.hdrehab.se info@hdrehab.se DOCUMENT INFORMATION: ARTICLE NUMBER. : 95701-1 REVISION: B REALEASE DATE: 2012-05-03 HD balance...
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