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User's Manual
For W5, Tukan, Dalton &
Gitano
English
Wolturnus A/S recommends that you read this manual before using the wheelchair.

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  • Page 1 User’s Manual For W5, Tukan, Dalton & Gitano English Wolturnus A/S recommends that you read this manual before using the wheelchair.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Adjusting footrest height 6.10 Adjusting footrest angle and position 6.11 Adjusting anti-tip device 6.12 Adjusting wheel locks 6.13 Adjusting seat height 6.14 Adjusting the rear wheels 6.15 Changing caster with front fork Active Wheelchair Wolturnus Active Wheelchair User’s Manual 2018...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    The wheelchair is designed for individual mobility, indoors and outdoors. It is only suitable for people who are Wolturnus A/S strives to provide full assistance to its customers in every respect and thus to ensure total satis- unable to walk or have a mobility problem, but have unimpaired sight and cognition. Only equipment that is faction with the wheelchair.
  • Page 4: Returns

    2.3 General safety instructions In the event that the wheelchair has to be returned to the supplier or to Wolturnus A/S, e.g. for repairs, it should be transported in its original packaging for optimum protection. Wolturnus A/S therefore recommends that the •...
  • Page 5: Safety Requirements For Transport, Assembly

    The user and helpers must always ensure that the chair and its safety features are in proper and safe con- dition before using the chair. • The Active wheelchair must be inspected by a Wolturnus-authorised specialist at least once every year in order to ensure that the chair is in proper working order and safe to use. •...
  • Page 6: Product Description

    A range of accessories is described in section 7. The entire range of ac- cessories, spare parts and additional equipment can be seen at the Wolturnus A/S web shop www.wshoppen.dk. Image 2 The W5 Active wheelchair Wolturnus Active Wheelchair User’s Manual 2018...
  • Page 7 › User weight max 140 kg › Fully adjustable or with optional adjustability › User weight max. 120 kg W5 S – Elegant and easy to stow in a car DALTON › Arched frame tubes between castors and wheels › Rigid back and rear axle; user weight max 140 kg Dalton –...
  • Page 8: Delivery

    Wolturnus A/S delivers the wheelchair ready for use. All configurations that are part of the order have been made or will be made upon delivery by the supplier or a consultant. The Active wheelchair is adapted to meet the user’s personal wishes and requirements.
  • Page 9: Tools

    The wheelchair can be adjusted in various ways. helper present. When delivered, the height, width and angle of the seat and the back have been positioned in accordance with the customer’s order as received by Wolturnus A/S. CAUTION! CAUTION! The following can be adjusted by the user: Risk of damage due to overload.
  • Page 10: Back Angle Adjustment

    Adjust the Velcro straps on the rear section of the seat cover by tightening or loosening them to meet the user’s requirements (image 29). Adjustment of the back form and depth greatly affects the benefit the user gets from the chair. Wolturnus A/S •...
  • Page 11: Adjusting Armrest Height

    Notice; tightening the straps towards the front seat edge, not the back edge, will benefit some users. This creates a counterpoint for the back support’s forward pressure on the lower body and a better hip position. Wolturnus A/S recommends that this is done with assistance from a Wolturnus A/S consultant or the user’s Image 32...
  • Page 12: Adjusting Footrest Angle And Position

    Never use the anti-tip device as a tipping pedal. If used as a tipping pedal, the anti-tip device’s spring function could be damaged. This would make the anti-tip device defective and put the user at risk. Wolturnus Active Wheelchair User’s Manual 2018 Active Wheelchair Active Wheelchair Wolturnus Active Wheelchair User’s Manual 2018...
  • Page 13: Adjusting Seat Height

    For advice on seat height adjustment, contact your nearest Wolturnus A/S sales consultant or distributor. Con- tact information: see section 13.
  • Page 14: Accessories And Equipment

    • Adjust the Velcro straps according to the procedure for a standard back (see section 6.4). replace both the caster and front fork. The full range of casters can be seen at the Wolturnus A/S website www. wolturnus.dk/en/products/. Wolturnus Active Wheelchair User’s Manual 2018...
  • Page 15: Quick-Release Axle With Tetra Grip

    Seat cushions are available in various models and in the required size and thickness. The seat cushion range is on or secured with Velcro. Templates for custom-made sideguards are retained at Wolturnus A/S so that the available at the Wolturnus A/S website www.wolturnus.dk/en/products/.
  • Page 16: Cleaning And Maintenance

    In the event of faults or missing parts, contact the supplier or Wolturnus A/S. Contact information: see section Mounting tyres 13. Wolturnus A/S recommends that the the wheelchair is serviced at least once a year by the supplier or Wol- •...
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Inspect the rear wheel tyres for wear and tear and for work properly Section 8.3 incorrect tyre pressure. If the problem cannot be solved with the aid of the troubleshooting section, contact the supplier or Wolturnus A/S. Contact information: section 13. Wolturnus Active Wheelchair User’s Manual 2018 Active Wheelchair Active Wheelchair Wolturnus Active Wheelchair User’s Manual 2018...
  • Page 18: Technical Data

    NB: Data may change depending on model and specific requirements. Some of the data may be specified with Height Armrest to Seat Tube Total Length the personal orderform. The weight of individuel parts will vary based on configuration. Contact Wolturnus A/S for more information about these. Seat Surface to Rear Footrest Wolturnus Active Wheelchair User’s Manual 2018...
  • Page 19: Instructions For Reuse

    It is therefore important to ensure that the chair’s Wolturnus A/S has a unique approach to individual user measurement and to subsequent tailoring of the chair functions and features have not been altered to a degree that could create a safety risk for the new user or any to meet the user’s needs.
  • Page 20: Manufacturer And Service

    Manufacturer and service locations Manufacturer and service locations 13 Manufacturer and service locations Service locations In Denmark, authorised sales consultants throughout the country are in direct contact with Wolturnus A/S about spare parts, service and repairs. Authorised distributors for Wolturnus A/S abroad: •...
  • Page 21 © Wolturnus A/S User‘s Manual for Hawk 2018 Kundeservice/Customer Service Wolturnus A/S Skalhuse 31 9240 Nibe Telefon: +45 96 71 71 70 www.wolturnus.dk Mail: info@wolturnus.dk Produktion/Production Wolturnus A/S Halkjærvej 24B 9240 Nibe T. +45 96 71 71 70 www.wolturnus.dk Wolturnus A/S...

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