Rehasense ICON Series User Manual

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ICON Mobility System
Manual wheelchair series - 10, 20, 30 & 40
ICON-10
Basic light weight steel folding wheelchair
ICON-30
High performance light weight
aluminum folding wheel chair
User's Manual
Standard lightweight aluminum folding wheelchair
ICON-20
ICON-40
High configuration light weight
aluminum folding wheel chair

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  • Page 1 ICON Mobility System User’s Manual Manual wheelchair series - 10, 20, 30 & 40 ICON-10 ICON-20 Basic light weight steel folding wheelchair Standard lightweight aluminum folding wheelchair ICON-30 ICON-40 High performance light weight High configuration light weight aluminum folding wheel chair aluminum folding wheel chair...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INDEX 1 General information 2 Safety warnings and recommendations 3 Product general description 4 Usage 5 Cleaning 6 Maintenance and service 7 Warranty 8 Technical data 9 Set-up and operation 9.1 Icon Mobility system 9.1.1 ICON 10 9.1.2 ICON 20 9.1.3 ICON 30 9.1.4 ICON 40 General...
  • Page 3: General Information

    The ICON wheelchair is not allowed to be used as a vehicle seating option in moving vehicles (like private cars, buses, trains, metro etc.). For detailed information please refer to the chapter “Transport recommendations”. By queries please contact your dealer or REHASENSE® directly. The contact data is located on the last page of this manual.
  • Page 4: Usage

    2 detachable legrests with footplates;  1 user's manual 45cm A set of delivered additional equipment depends on order specification. REHASENSE Sp. z o.o. Su le jowska 45 G 97-300 Piot rków Tryb. Po la nd This is an example of the product label...
  • Page 5 Main components: Backrest Push Handle Seat Armrest Rear Wheel Legrest Push Rim Folding Cross (under the seat) Quick Release Parking Brake Axle Footplate Front Caster Above photo shows an example of wheelchair with all standard components and their position. The exact appearance of your wheelchair and its features may differ from those shown above (depending on order specification), but their names, functions and locations remain the same.
  • Page 6 4. Usage How to lift the chair Lift the wheelchair using the push handles and the front upper corners of the wheelchair frame, where the leg rests are attached. WARNING! It is not allowed to lift the wheelchair by holding it by the legrests or the armrests! We recommend detaching the legrests before lifting the chair.
  • Page 7 Users with their back to the threshold (The below mentioned technique will only work in case of a low threshold and if the legrests don't touch the ground. Drive to the threshold backwards until the rear wheels touch it. Push the rear wheels backwards leaning forwards at the same time.
  • Page 8 Attendant and user with their back to the thresholds’ edge. Drive the wheelchair backwards as close as possible to the edge of the threshold. Drive down from the threshold very slowly and pull back the wheelchair on the rear wheels until the front casters are free from the edge.
  • Page 9: Cleaning

    5. Cleaning Frame The frame ought to be cleaned with use of a damp cloth or alternatively with the addition of a soft detergent. After that it should be wiped with a dry rag. The frame should be regularly inspected, to find damages of the paint, which may cause corrosion.
  • Page 10: Warranty

    Most common problems and solutions If you notice any irregularities in the wheelchair’s functioning, do not use it – you should contact your local point of sale or the service department of the wheelchair supplier. The manufacturer does not guarantee correctness of the wheelchair operation, if non-original parts are used.
  • Page 11: Technical Data

    7. Warranty Guarantee information  The manufacturer covers the product with 24 months guarantee from the purchase date.  During that period all material or parts defects, caused by manufacturing faults or usage of improper materials will be repaired or replaced free of charge. ...
  • Page 12: Set-Up And Operation

    9. Wheelchair set-up and operation. 9.1. ICON Mobility System Introduction. The ICON system of frames covers a wide range of sizes (depth and width) as well as possibilities to adjust the seat angle, seat height and degree of stability, according to the user’s needs. ICON 10, 20 and 30 series are all fixed depth frames, while ICON 40 has an adjustable depth frame.
  • Page 13 9.1.2. ICON 20 The ICON 20 is the basic model of the ICON mobility system in aluminum. It has multiple rear axle settings for Self-Propelled and Attendant-Propelled setups with wheels of different sizes. The front fork has a fixed angle. Frame settings The frame design allows for adjustment of the seat angle and seat height.
  • Page 14 The frame design allows for adjustment of the seat angle and seat height. Adjustments include: -  the angle and/or the height of the seat by changing to another diameter front caster and/or rear wheel  the angle of the seat by changing the position of the rear wheels. ...
  • Page 15 To modify the seat height, you can assemble the front wheels in various positions (3). (In this picture a front fork with 5 different positions is used.) The various holes also allow assembling front wheels with different diameters. WARNING! All above adjustments can only be done by qualified service or advised by a physical therapist.
  • Page 16 WARNING! All below adjustments should only be made by qualified service person and/or advised by a physical therapist qualified in wheelchair setup. Adjustment of rear wheel height  Detach the rear wheel using the quick release button.  Unscrew the wheel bushing (1) from the black assembly plate and insert it into one of the other holes (2). ...
  • Page 17 Adjustment of seat depth This is done by moving the rear back cane assembly (9) over the top rail of the side frame. PLEASE NOTE: the rear axle assembly (4) needs to be repositioned to ensure functional stability for the user. If the crossbar (5) is to be moved back after moving of the back cane assembly (9), please ensure the front of the seat tubes are supported on the side frame by moving the front seat tube support (8) rearward on the side frame ends.
  • Page 18: General

    9.2. General 9.2.1. Wheels Rear wheels Depending on the order specification your wheelchair may be equipped with rear wheels that have 12”, 16” or 24” diameter. The wheels may have pneumatic tyres or puncture proof PU tyres. Other sizes and types of wheels are available on request.
  • Page 19: Brakes

    9.2.2. Brakes Parking Brakes Brake engaged (wheelchair doesn’t roll) Brake disengaged (wheelchair rolls)  To engage the brake push the brake lever forward (1). Now the wheels are locked.  To disengage the brake pull the brake lever backwards (2). Now the wheels are able to roll. ...
  • Page 20: Leg Rests

    WARNING! Drum brakes can only be operated by attendants standing behind the wheelchair. Drum brakes are not designed to be operated by persons sitting on the wheelchair. WARNING! Never leave the wheelchair unattended with disengaged parking brakes. WARNING! Always engage brakes if the wheelchair is not in use. Drum brake Brake disengaged Brake engaged &...
  • Page 21 To swing away or detach the legrest:  Press the locking lever (1). .  Swing the legrest (2) outside to approx 45  Then pull it up to detach from wheelchair’s frame (3). To attach the legrest:   Hold it to one side, approx.
  • Page 22 To swing away or detach the legrest:  Press the locking lever (1). .  Swing the legrest (2) outside to approx. 45  Then pull it up to detach from wheelchair’s frame (3). To attach the legrest:   Hold it to one side, approx.
  • Page 23 To swing away or detach the legrest:  Press the locking lever (1). .  Swing the legrest outward (2) to approx. 45  Then pull up to detach it from wheelchair’s frame (3). To attach the legrest:   Hold it set to the outside, approx.
  • Page 24 To swing away or detach the legrest:  Press the locking lever (1). .  Swing the legrest outward (2) to approx. 45  Then pull up to detach it from wheelchair’s frame (3). To attach the legrest:   Hold it set to the outside, approx.
  • Page 25: Armrests

    To adjust the depth of the support:  Loosen the 2 screws (1) fixing the support from the bottom to the bracket.  Adjust the depth.  Tighten the screws. To attach/detach the support:  Just put it on or take it away from the frame (2). To adjust the height and/or angle of the support: ...
  • Page 26: Accessories

    10. Accessories 10.1. Headrest The headrest is designed to provide additional stabilization of the neck and the head. The headrest assembly consists of 2 special brackets (1) attached to the backrest tubes and a width adjustable bar (3). WARNING! This equipment can be assembled on a wheelchair and adjusted...
  • Page 27: Height Adjustable Push Handles

    10.2. Height Adjustable Push Handles You can adjust the height of the push handles to the height of the attendant. WARNING! Both push handles should be set to the same height. To change the height of the push handles:  Loosen the locking lever (1).
  • Page 28: Stability Bar

    10.4 Stability Bar The stability bar was designed to deliver additional rigidity of the backrest tubes. The stability bar is assembled on a wheelchair with 2 bolts. WARNING! This equipment can be assembled on a wheelchair and adjusted only by qualified service or physical therapist.
  • Page 29: Adjustable Tension Backrest Upholstery

    10.5 Adjustable tension backrest upholstery You can adjust the backrest tension, to fit the individual user’s needs and preferences. To adjust the backrest:  Lift the rear part of the external upholstery (1).  Adjust the tension of the 6 Velcro belts (2) until optimal comfort is achieved.
  • Page 30: Anti-Tippers

    10.7 Anti-tippers Anti-tipping device (swing away) – left side mounted (viewed from rear) This additional equipment improves the wheelchair’s rear stability thus the user’s safety. It is specially recommended for users after lower extremity amputation, but we strongly suggest using it for all users.
  • Page 31 Anti-tipping device (slide up) – left side mounted (viewed from rear) This additional equipment improves the wheelchair’s rear stability thus the user’s safety. It is specially recommended for users after lower extremity amputation, but we strongly suggest using it for all users. WARNING! Assembly of an anti-tipping device should be conducted by...
  • Page 32 In case of any technical questions contact your local distributor or directly with Rehasense. Distributor: Rehasense® Sp.z o.o. Sulejowska 45G 97-300 Piotrków Trybunalski Poland www.rehasense.com info@rehasense.com Version 06/19 Page 32 of 32 Icon UM EN...

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