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- Page 1 ULTRA-LIGHT FOLDING WHEELCHAIR WITH CROSSBAR SYSTEM VARIO CARBON User’s manual ENGLISH - rev. 0 – 2021/05...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Negotiating slopes or inclines ..............25 Troubleshooting guide ................45 Ensuring stability ..................26 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..............46 TRASPORT OF THE WHEELCHAIR ............27 WARRANTY ....................47 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF PARTS ............28 ADJUSTMENTS ..................29 ACCESSORIES ..................30 Vario Carbon... -
Page 4: Introduction
BEFORE using this wheelchair, please READ all parts of this manual and keep it for future reference. Check that the warranty certificate has been fully compiled by the dealer and keep it with care. This document is also available in PDF format for the visually impaired at www.rehateamprogeo.com. Vario Carbon... -
Page 5: Flammability
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may This symbol indicates important instructions or special information. cause minor personal injuries or property damage. PRODUCT LABELS UDI code (Unique Device Progeo brand logo Year/month of production Identification) XXXXXXX Product name Serial number Read the user’s manual... -
Page 6: Intended Purposes And Conditions Of Use
If the wheelchair configuration causes the wheelchair width to exceed 700 mm, it may be difficult or impossible to travel on public transport. VARIO CARBON Given its dimensional and structural characteristics, the wheelchair model is ideal for use by both teenagers and adults. -
Page 7: Putting The Wheelchair Into Service And Regular Use
In case of installation of any additional accessory to the product delivered by Rehateam s.r.l., the latter must be guaranteed by your dealer, the accessory device manufacturer, and approved by Rehateam s.r.l. Vario Carbon... -
Page 8: Tyre Pressure
Occupants with reduced upper limb strength should use the extended lever. Take care not to pinch/crush your fingers when applying and releasing the brakes, but also in any other situation where your hands come close to the brakes. Vario Carbon... - Page 9 On the other hand, in comparison with traditional brakes, its lever is located a lower position and it is more challenging to operate. For these reasons, it is not suitable for occupants with reduced control/movement of the torso and/or upper limbs and hands. Vario Carbon...
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Page 10: Quick Release Rear Wheels
Always release the brake before removing and inserting the rear wheel. Always check the correct engagement of the quick release axles. The holes for the rear wheel positioning may pinch or crush your fingers. Take care whenever your hands are close to such holes. Vario Carbon... -
Page 11: Folding And Unfolding The Wheelchair
Remove the cushion or any other soft or rigid supports from the seat and the backrest. Raise the footrest (this operation is not necessary if the wheelchair is equipped with an automatic closure footrest). With both hands, pull up the seat fabric as shown in the image. Vario Carbon... -
Page 12: Footrests
In the order form, according to the type of footrest, you can choose its position (internal, external or intermediate). DUAL FOOTREST Make sure both footrests are fully lowered before using the wheelchair. SINGLE FLIP-UP PLASTIC FOOTREST Make sure that the locking pin A is properly inserted in the recess of the support B. Vario Carbon... - Page 13 Here image on the side shows the correct dual footrest size (B) with respect to seat width (A): 150 x 160 170 x 160 170 x 160 170 x 160 170 x 160 200 x 160 200 x 160 Vario Carbon...
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Page 14: Front Frame With Removable Footrest
If the wheelchair is equipped with a single footrest, it must always be raised before swinging the footrest away. If the wheelchair is equipped with a dual footrest, it must be raised only if the footrest is swung inwards. click click Vario Carbon... -
Page 15: Calf Strap
The combination of the inclination of the seat with the inclination of the backrest posts and the inclination of a postural backrest with respect to the posts, could result in an angle greater than 25° with respect to the vertical. In that case, the wheelchair must have a headrest or arrangement to secure it as intended for this model. Vario Carbon... -
Page 16: Armrests
(1) The correct position of use is shown as P and is attained when the shaft A is inserted into the support B and is secured by bolt C driven into the cavity D (2) (3) (4). (5) To remove the armrest, just pull it up. (5) (6) To fit the armrest, insert the shaft A into the support B and let it slide down to its correct position as previously indicated. Vario Carbon... - Page 17 (9) To insert the armrest; insert the part A of the support into the hole of part B and turn the armrest until it locks as described above. The supports A and B are precisely machined so that inserting and removing the armrest is possible only if the movement is perfectly vertical. Vario Carbon...
- Page 18 PROGEO DESK ARMREST This type of armrest is very practical and can be removed completely, making it much easier to move the wheelchair and transport it. In addition, the removable armrests also comprise a straight clothing guard. Always check the armrests are securely locked in their using position.
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Page 19: Fasteners
Wheelchair lifetime PROGEO wheelchairs are used on a daily basis and they are consequently subject to continuous stress that causes inevitable wear and tear of the parts. With this in mind, PROGEO wheelchairs have a lifetime of 5 years provided they receive thorough periodic maintenance. -
Page 20: Safety
SAFETY The Progeo wheelchair is a medical device and therefore it MUST NOT BE LENT NOR GIVEN TO OTHER USERS, even for short period. It is forbidden to make any unauthorised modifications or use un-approved parts that may change the wheelchair structure and create an unsafe condition or possible harm to the wheelchair and occupant. -
Page 21: Transfers: Getting In And Out Of The Wheelchair
During wheelchair transfers, never lean or sit on the clothing guard or armrest. These elements could bend or break, possibly resulting in injury. If your wheelchair is equipped with armrests, remove or swivel the transfer-side armrest outwards or back to facilitate the manoeuvre. If your wheelchair is a tilting seat type, you should set it flat. Vario Carbon... -
Page 22: Starting To Drive Your Wheelchair
If you hang a backpack, a bag or any other object on the push handlebars or any rear area of the wheelchair, the resulting uneven weight distribution can significantly affect the risk of overbalancing. TO PREVENT THE WHEELCHAIR FROM OVERBALANCING DURING NORMAL USE, WE RECOMMEND FITTING AN ANTITIPPING SYSTEM. Vario Carbon... -
Page 23: Negotiating Obstacles: Steps And Stairs
Tip the wheelchair forward until the front castors rest on the upper surface of the obstacle. Lean forward in the chair so that the rear of the chair is lighter. Grasp the hand rims tightly and move the rear wheels forwards to push them on top of the obstacle. Vario Carbon... - Page 24 In the case of stairs with more than one step, two assistants are always required. The first assistant stands behind the wheelchair and holds the push handles. The second assistant grasps a fixed part of the front frame, guiding the wheelchair manoeuvre from the front. Vario Carbon...
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Page 25: Negotiating Slopes Or Inclines
Hold on to the hand rims on the rear wheels and allow them to slide slowly through your hands. The occupant should be able to stop the wheelchair at any time simply by blocking the motion of the hand rims. Vario Carbon... -
Page 26: Ensuring Stability
Do not move your upper body beyond the rear wheel as the wheelchair could overbalance. For greater safety and stability, hold on to the wheelchair with your free hand. Do not lean too far out to the side, the wheelchair could overbalance. Vario Carbon... -
Page 27: Trasport Of The Wheelchair
Take hold of the chair with two hands on the two fixed parts of the frame to balance the wheelchair’s weight and make it easier to lift. Load the wheelchair into the car and then the rear wheels. Vario Carbon... -
Page 28: General Description Of Parts
9 Front frame 10 Footrest frame 11 Hand rim 12 Rear frame 13 Quick release axle 14 Rear wheel adjustment plate 15 Tyre 16 Fork 17 Castor 18 Fork support 19 Crossbar 20 Footrest 21 Footrest post 22 Calf strap Vario Carbon... -
Page 29: Adjustments
ADJUSTMENTS The PROGEO wheelchair is a medical device manufactured according to a patient-specific data sheet compiled by qualified personnel. Rehateam s.r.l.. manufactures, tests and delivers the wheelchair to the dealer with the measurements and characteristics required in the order data sheet. -
Page 30: Accessories
Remember that while using the transit wheels (with the rear wheels removed), the parking brakes will not work at all. The stability of the wheelchair resting on the wheels for narrow passages is reduced, therefore pay great attention and seek help from an assistant. Vario Carbon... -
Page 31: Anti-Tip Wheel
(6) To put the anti-tip wheel on, insert the part A of the support in the hole of the part B and turn the post until the two parts locks together. The supports A and B are precisely machined; thus the anti-tip wheel may be inserted only with a vertical movement. Vario Carbon... -
Page 32: Push Handles For Assistant
To insert the tipping aid, slide the post in the support B until the pin A touches the support. Then, press the pin and let the post in until the pin locks through the hole of the support. Vario Carbon... -
Page 33: Crutch Support
To swing the handle up to the operating position (2), just swing it up until the pin A automatically locks. When the assistant moves the wheelchair with the occupant sitting on it, make sure the push handles are safely locked in their operating position. Vario Carbon... -
Page 34: Tetraclip
Before using the tray, make sure it is firmly fixed. Try to move it to-and-fro: if it does not move, it is ready for use. To remove the tray, loosen the bolt A of the support S on each side of the wheelchair and slide it off. Vario Carbon... -
Page 35: Pelvic Belt And Harness
Before sitting in the wheelchair, the occupant or assistant should open the buckles by pressing on both sides of the locking buckle and pulling the two parts open. Once seated in the chair with the belt or harness in place, the occupant can close the buckles by fastening the two parts together. Both belts can be easily adjusted by pulling the extremities of their bands. Vario Carbon... -
Page 36: Lumbar Support
After each adjustment, screw the knob fast and make sure the system is stable. Always check the adjustment; in fact, if the system is unstable, it may be cause risky situations. After loosening each adjustment knob, you can also remove the corresponding parts. Vario Carbon... -
Page 37: Lateral Support
*You can choose this type of wheel as an additional kit to the main rear wheels you choose for your wheelchair. In this case, the wheels are interchangeable and, thus, you simply remove one pair and fit the other. See also the chapter “Quick release rear wheels”. Vario Carbon... -
Page 38: One-Arm Drive
Now the locking lever B keeps lever A locked and the brake action is maintained. To release the brake from this position, pull up the lever A just enough to be able to release the lever B and simply release it. Vario Carbon... -
Page 39: Hand Rims
7.16 Hand rims Special hand rims are available for this PROGEO wheelchair model. Their special features ensure improved grip and therefore a more efficient pushing motion, especially for occupants with limited strength or mobility of the hands and fingers. When assembling these hand rims, there is a risk of pinching or crushing the fingers between the hand rim itself and the wheel rim. -
Page 40: Castors
Removable “blade system” clothing guards (1) of the mudguard or straight type are removable in the same way as removable armrests. See the chapter “Armrests”. Do not lift the wheelchair by grabbing it by the removable lateral clothing guards as these are not locked. Be careful not to squeeze your fingers when mounting the removable lateral clothing guards. 5 mm Vario Carbon... -
Page 41: Vanity Flap (Seat/Backrest Bonding Canvas)
This accessory is very useful for protecting the frame from possible impact. The application of this padding is quite simple, in fact it is sufficient to wrap it around the frame and fasten it with the Velcro strips. Vario Carbon... -
Page 42: Maintenance
Have a complete check of the wheelchair carried out (at least every three months) by qualified personnel authorised for maintenance on PROGEO products. For any questions relating to the adjustment and maintenance of your PROGEO wheelchair, the experienced technical staff at Rehateam s.r.l. are at the complete disposal of all our clients. -
Page 43: Replacement Of Worn Parts
Check the quick release axles. • Check the folding system (seat and/or backrest). • Check the footplate. • Check the parking brakes. • General check of all screws. • The condition of all parts subjected to wear and tear. Vario Carbon... -
Page 44: Disinfection And Reuse Of The Wheelchair
Alternatively, you can return the backrest to your dealer for disposal In the event of disposal, be aware of any broken or damaged parts which could create a situation of potential danger with cutting or pinching injuries. The use of suitable protection is recommended. Vario Carbon... -
Page 45: Troubleshooting Guide
Bad adjustment of brake position Check brake adjustment. Incorrect tyre pressure. The wheelchair fails to roll smoothly. Check tyre pressure. Worn out tyres. Change tyres. The wheelchair is difficult to unfold. Over-tightened backrest bands. Slacken the backrest bands. Vario Carbon... -
Page 46: Technical Specifications
Keys: = from to; = adjustable; = frame; 1= conservative; 2 = standard; 3 = active; 4 = extreme; SW = seat width; ≈ = approximately; ├ = starting from; = according to model; = with camber VARIO CARBON SEAT WIDTH... -
Page 47: Warranty
The authorised distributor in cases of simple repairs may take action independently to eliminate the defect or bring the defect to the attention of Rehateam s.r.l. in specific cases. With reference to our production line that is labelled with the trademarks PROGEO and PHYSIO, since these products are manufactured to occupant specifications and with artisanal and not industrial procedures, minor imperfections, minor colour and carbon fibre weave discrepancies are not to be considered as defects. - Page 48 Certified company TÜV Rheinland in compliance with directive UNI CEI EN 13485 : 2016 Place of production: Castagnole di Paese (TV) ITALY DISTRIBUTOR / DEALER PRODUCT LABEL Date of delivery to user: ___________________________ Stamp of distributor / dealer Vario Carbon...
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