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- Page 1 Deluxe Self Propelled Steel Transit Chair VA166BLACK,BLUE,HAM,PINK,RED SGLY00100818A Assembly and Operating Instructions...
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Page 2: Read Before Use
Write your serial number here for future ref: ……………………………………… Model VA166 can be wheeled by the person sitting in the chair and has pram handles for assistance pushing. The maximum user weight is 115 kg; under no circumstances should this be exceeded Before each use please take the time to check your chair for any loose parts. - Page 3 The footplates are designed only to support the feet while in the seated position. DO NOT STAND ON THE FOOT PLATES. iii. WARNING: Surface areas of your chair can get hot when the chair is exposed to external sources of heat (e.g. sunlight). •...
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Page 4: Brake Operation
BRAKE OPERATION Parking Brakes (Occupant) See Fig. 7 which shows the chair with the parking brake not applied. To apply the parking brake push the handle forward as in Fig. 7a until it ‘clicks’ and this will apply the brake. Fig. -
Page 5: Correct Usage
CORRECT USAGE WARNING: The centre of balance is affected by a change in posture body position or weight distribution. Many activities require the transit chair user to reach, bend and transfer into and out of the chair. These movements will cause a change to normal balance, centre of gravity and weight distribution of the chair. - Page 6 5. Negotiating Obstacles 5.1 Forwards The chair should be tilted by the helper until the front castors have passed over the kerbs. Move the chair forward until the rear wheels touch the kerb and gently lower the front castors over the pavement. Push down on the foot bars until the rear wheels have mounted the kerb.
- Page 7 Aidapt recommend transit chair users should transfer from their chair to a vehicle seat and use a 3-point occupant restraint system for the seated position. Aidapt also recognises that due to reason of pain or discomfort, transfer may not be possible.
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Page 8: General Description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION The following diagram shows details of the chair terminology used in this manual. VA166: Self Propelled Steel Transit Chair Assembly and Operating Instructions Ver. 4 01/14 (2286) - Page 9 GENERAL DESCRIPTION continued. 1. Push Handles The handles are designed for the helper to propel the chair. They must not be used solely for lifting the chair over obstructions or kerbs (see negotiating obstacles) 2. Backrest Upholstery Periodically check the upholstery for signs of tears or sagging. Replace immediately if the seat is damaged 3.
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Page 10: Routine Checks And Maintenance
6. Adjustable Brake These are used to hold the chair in a stationary position, and are fitted on either side of the chair. They should not be used when the chair is moving or to slow it down. They should always be applied together. To operate, push the brake lever forward towards the front of the chair. -
Page 11: Specifications
8. Servicing We recommend your chair is fully serviced every twelve months. For parts information please contact Aidapt Bathrooms Limited (details on the back page). 9. Recycling of your Transit Chair Once the chair has reached its expected service life you can contact Aidapt for disposal.