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- Page 1 0285 & 0287 User Manual Excel G5 ‘Kids’ & ‘Junior’ Read instructions before use...
- Page 2 You have just purchased a Van Os Medical UK Ltd wheelchair and we want to thank you for the confidence in our EXCEL® products. The EXCEL® wheelchair is a quality product. It is adjustable in many different ways and it can also be easily upgraded.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Overall user manual Contents IDENTIFICATION .................................. 3 GENERAL EXPLANATION CONCERNING YOUR WHEELCHAIR ....................4 2.1 C ..............................4 OMPONENTS OF THE WHEELCHAIR 2.2 G ................... 4 ENERAL EXPLANATION OF THE FUNCTION AND POSSIBILITIES OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR SAFETY REGULATIONS ................................ 5 3.1 G ................................. -
Page 4: Identification
This number indicates which model of wheelchair you have, again this is always required when making technical calls. 5. Model name The model name of your wheelchair starts with the brand name Excel. The brand name Excel is followed by an additional model description that forms the model name of your wheelchair. -
Page 5: General Explanation Concerning Your Wheelchair
Overall user manual 2. GENERAL EXPLANATION CONCERNING YOUR WHEELCHAIR 2.1 Components of the wheelchair Back coating Frame Push handle Ball head Backrest Front fork Hand rim Front wheel (swing castor) Rear wheel Foot plate Parking brake Foot rest Axle bracket Seat Anti-tip wheels Armrest... -
Page 6: Safety Regulations
VAN OS MEDICAL UK Ltd specifically disclaims responsibility for any body injury or property damage which may occur during any use which does not comply with laws or ordinances. If used correctly, the Excel wheelchair is an utmost safe and stable product, if the instructions for use as described in this manual are followed. However, it is possible when the Excel wheelchair is not used correctly, dangerous situations may occur. - Page 7 Overall user manual A ‘wheelie’ is extremely dangerous to the user and will cause serious damage to the wheelchair Never connect anything to the wheels, this may cause damage to the chair and also effect the balance of the chair and may injure the user; Do not stand on the footrest this will cause the chair to tip and injure the user (figure 4);...
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Page 8: Instructions For Use
Overall user manual INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE You will have to learn the characteristics of your wheelchair. It is most important to learn the safest methods to develop the daily activities in accordance to your life style. Consult your medical advisor or therapist for assistance by developing safe and effective techniques for your daily activities and your physical possibilities. -
Page 9: Negotiating Pavements And Unequal Surfaces
Overall user manual Reaching / bending sideward Manoeuvre the chair as closely as possible to the object you want to reach. You can use your rear wheels; Make sure the front wheels are fully turned to the front. If not, go forwards and then backwards to turn the wheels fully to the front;... -
Page 10: Going Up And Down Ramps
Overall user manual The attendant is already standing on the pavement and makes sure that the wheelchair stands with the rear wheels as closely to the pavement as possible. The user of the wheelchair needs to lean backwards. This way the wheelchair will tip backwards and the attendant can pull the chair on the pavement. - Page 11 We recommend you to use anti-tip wheels. They prevent you from tipping the wheelchair over backwards (figure 12). Depending on the model of your Excel wheelchair sometimes these are a standard item and sometimes they are an optional extra.
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Page 12: Going Up And Down Stairs
Overall user manual 4.4 Going up and down stairs Stairs are one of the largest obstacles for wheelchair users. However, with a little help from others it is possible to climb up and down the stairs when a wheelchair elevator is not available. Only you and your attendants must be aware of the rather heavy weight to be replaced. -
Page 13: Instructions For Use And Mounting Options
Your wheelchair is an Excel® G5 Kids / G5 Junioir The wheelchair is available in self propel and transit versions, see section 2.2 for further explanation on this. On the cross-frame of your wheelchair you will find a label on which you can find which wheelchair you own. -
Page 14: Use Of The Footplate And Footrest
Overall user manual Folding the wheelchair Fold away the foot plates and remove the foot or leg rest, see chapter 5.3; Make sure you are next to the wheelchair; Get a hold of the seat material at the front and rear in the middle and pull it straight up, see figure 2; Tilt the wheelchair slightly and then push the sides toward each other to completely fold the wheelchair. -
Page 15: Use Of The Childrens Elevating Legrest Optional
Overall user manual Figure 7 Figure 5 Figure 6 Setting angle of the footplate There are two different types of footrest where it is possible to adjust the angle of the footplate. You can decipher which footrest you have by looking at it. One type has stepped adjustment (figure 8) and the other has infinite adjustment (figure 9). -
Page 16: Using The Calf Plate Child Wheelchair (Optional)
Overall user manual Replacing the elevating legrest back on your wheelchair Attach your elevating legrest back to the frame at an angle of 90° swung outwards, figure 11; Turn the legrest so that it is parallel with your frame; You should hear a click. This click confirmed that the foot is in position. Setting height of the elevating legrest To adjust the height of your elevating legrest you need supplied socket number 6. -
Page 17: Using The Wheelchair Brake
Overall user manual Setting the angle of the calf plate Hold the calf plate at the top and bottom and by moving it up and down, find the correct angle, see figure 16; Figure 16 Figure 17 Setting the height of the calf plate Go to the front of the wheelchair;... -
Page 18: Using Push Handles
Overall user manual Adjusting the armrest height To adjust the height of this armrest, you have to use the supplied wrench number 4. Loosen the screw with the supplied wrench, see figure 19; Move the armrest to the correct height and tighten the screw back down; Make sure the screw is securely tightened. -
Page 19: Using The Rear Wheels ( Tire Table ) And Anti - Tip Wheels
Overall user manual Using the back tension straps With eight back straps on the wheelchair, you can fully customize the back of the wheelchair to suit your own body. Get behind the wheelchair and first remove the backrest upholstery that is attached to the tension straps with Velcro;... -
Page 20: Using Accessories And Other Options On Your Wheelchair
Tire table Wheelchair model Rear wheel Tire size front Maximum pressure Tire size rear front tires EXCEL® G5 ‘Kids’ Self propel 6" X 1 ¼" 2,5 bar / 36 psi 20" x 1 3/8" EXCEL® G5 ‘Junior’ Self propel 6" X 1 ¼"... - Page 21 Overall user manual Seat Belt (optional item) Your wheelchair is equipped with a seat belt which you can use the following way: When in the wheelchair, you can fasten the belt by clicking the two loose ends together, see figure 29; If the belt too loose or too tight you can make it more secure or looser, see figure 30;...
- Page 22 Overall user manual EN 12183 ISO 7176-15 EN 1041 ISO 7176 Product identification Product : Physically propelled wheelchair Brand : Excel Model/type : G5 Kids Version Manufacturer: Name Van Os Medical B.V. Address Koperslagerij 9 Country The Netherlands EU Representative: Name W.
- Page 23 Overall user manual ISO 7176-15 EN 12183 EN 1041 ISO 7176 Product identification Product : Physically propelled wheelchair Brand : Excel Model/type : G5 Junior Version Manufacturer: Name Van Os Medical B.V. Address Koperslagerij 9 Country The Netherlands EU Representative: Name W.
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Page 24: Transport And Transit In Car
Protect your Excel® wheelchair by having it serviced regularly. We strongly advise you to let your wheelchair check at lease once a year by a qualified Excel® dealer, who will only use Excel® spare parts. This periodic inspection will ensure you that the wheelchair will function perfectly for years. -
Page 25: Brakes
Make sure the wheelchair travels in a straight line while moving; Make sure the cross frame is not bent and shows no wear signs; When one of the exceptions, noted above, occurs, please contact a qualified Excel® dealer to inspect your wheelchair. -
Page 26: Cleaning
PROBLEM ANALYSIS AND SOLUTIONS Your Excel® wheelchair is inspected and adjusted so that you can use it immediately. Continual use necessitates maintenance, especially if the factory set adjustments have been altered. The following troubleshooting guide, lists several common problems that may occur and offers corrective actions for each. -
Page 27: Warranty
This warranty is only granted to you as the consumer. It is not intended to be used commercially (like hiring or institutional use). The warranty is limited to defects to materials and possible hidden shortages. VAN OS MEDICAL guarantees the following components on your EXCEL® wheelchair: COMPONENT ... -
Page 28: Service And Maintenance
Overall user manual With normal circumstances no responsibility is accepted when the wheelchair needs replacement or repairs as a direct result from: 1. Not maintaining the wheelchair and parts according to the recommendations of the manufacturer, or not using the specific original parts; 2. -
Page 29: Service Checklist
Overall user manual 10.2 Service checklist For optimal life your wheelchair should be periodically maintained by an authorized dealer. Service Schedule Service interval: ........ Service number Wheels: for example margin, wear bearings, adjust quick-release Tyres Hand rims: for example wear and burrs Front forks: for example control margin, adjustment ball head axle Brakes: for example adjustment, re-adjust, control... - Page 30 Van Os Medical UK Ltd Excel House Escrick Business Centre Escrick, York YO19 6FD Tel: + 44 (0) 1904 720170 Fax:+ 44 (0) 1904 720398 sales@vanosmedical.com www.vanosmedical.com...
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