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- Page 1 ULTRA-LIGHT FOLDING WHEELCHAIR WITH CROSSBAR SYSTEM EXELLE VARIO Classic User’s manual ENGLISH - rev. 0 – 2021/05...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Starting to drive your wheelchair ..............20 Negotiating obstacles: steps and stairs ............21 Negotiating slopes or inclines ..............23 Ensuring stability ..................24 TRASPORT OF THE WHEELCHAIR ............25 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF PARTS ............26 ADJUSTMENTS ..................27 Exelle Vario Classic... -
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. Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 5: Flammability
Year/month of production Identification) XXXXXXX Product name Serial number Read the user’s manual Ambient usage Crash-test approved temperature Maximum weight load Not crash tested XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Manufacturer data CE mark MD mark Maximum slope in use (Medical Device) Exelle Vario Classic... -
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. EXELLE VARIO Given its dimensional and structural characteristics, the wheelchair model is ideal for use by both teenagers and adults. Exelle Vario Classic... -
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. Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 8: Tyre Pressure
Solid tyres do not require any inflation. This type of tyre requires less maintenance and reduces puncture repair or replacement costs. Compared to tubed or tubular tyres, they are not as smooth during normal use and absorb less vibration when rolling on uneven ground. Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 9: Brakes
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. PULL-TO-LOCK BRAKE To engage the brake, pull the lever backward until it locks. To release the brake, push the lever frontward. The brake automatically returns to its resting position. Exelle Vario Classic... -
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. Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 11: Apertura/Chiusura Della Carrozzina
Rimuovere il cuscino o eventuali altri supporti morbidi e rigidi dal sedile o dallo schienale. Alzare la pedana o le pedane (questa operazione non è necessaria se è montata una pedana unica a libro). Tirare con le due mani la tela sedile verso l’alto come mostrato nelle immagini. Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 12: Footrests
150 x 160 170 x 160 Here image on the side shows the correct dual footrest size (B) with respect to seat width (A): 170 x 160 170 x 160 170 x 160 200 x 160 200 x 160 Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 13: 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 Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 14: 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. Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 15: Armrests
Armrest pads may contain phthalates that are potentially hazardous to health if ingested. Avoid scratching the padding and putting any residue on your f ingers into your mouth or, worse still, nibbling or sucking on the padding itself (as may occur with children). Exelle Vario Classic... - Page 16 (6) Turn the lever D by 90° (7) and then pull the pad up or push it down to the desired height. After adjustment, turn the lever D until it locks in one of the holes of post C (8). Exelle Vario Classic...
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Page 17: 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 18: 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 19: 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. Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 20: 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. Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 21: 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. Exelle Vario Classic... - Page 22 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. Exelle Vario Classic...
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Page 23: 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. Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 24: 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. Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 25: 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. Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 26: General Description Of Parts
8 Footrest frame 9 Calf strap 10 Hand rim 11 Rear frame 12 Quick release axle 13 Rear wheel adjustment plate 14 Tyre 15 Fork 16 Castor 17 Fork support 18 Crossbar 19 Footrest 20 Footrest post Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 27: 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 28: Accessories
To turn the anti-tip wheel up, down, or remove it completely, press the pin A and rotate or pull out the anti-tipper. To insert the anti-tipper, slide it inside the post B, turn it up or down as needed, and then make sure that the pin A slots into hole C. Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 29: Tipping Aid
Press down on the plastic support with one foot while at the same time applying downward force on the push handles. If you remove the plastic support of the tipping aid, you can mount the anti-tip wheel as explained in the chapter 7.2 “anti-tip wheel”. Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 30: Pelvic Belt And Harness
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. Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 31: Headrest
The lateral clothing guards are in plastic and of the “mudguard” type. These are originally fixed with their edges approximately 5 mm above the tyre to prevent occupants from inserting their fingers between tyre and mudguard itself. Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 32: 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 33: 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. Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 34: 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. Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 35: 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. Exelle Vario Classic... -
Page 36: 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 EXELLE VARIO Classic SEAT WIDTH... -
Page 37: Warranty
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 38 Exelle Vario Classic...
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- Page 40 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 Exelle Vario Classic...