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  • Page 1 Avantgarde 4 Instructions for use (user) ..................
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Removing and mounting the drive wheels ....................7.9.2 Rear wheel with one-handed operation (double push rings) ..............7.10 Caster wheels and caster forks ......................7.10.1 Approach in case of stiffness ........................ 7.11 Wheel locks ............................7.11.1 Using the wheel locks .......................... Avantgarde 4...
  • Page 4 Inner tube, rim tape and tyre replacement ....................Disposal ................................Disposal information ..........................Legal information .............................. 10.1 Liability .............................. 10.2 Warranty ............................10.3 Service life ............................Technical data ..............................Appendices ................................ 12.1 Threshold values for wheelchairs transportable by train ................Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 5: Foreword

    Your product may differ from the models shown. In particular, not all the options described in these instruc­ tions for use will be installed on your product. • The manufacturer reserves the right to make technical changes to the model described in these instructions for use. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 6: Product Description

    3 Front frame 11 Rear frame 4 Scissor wheel lock 12 Drive wheel adapter 5 Crossbrace 13 Back support tube 6 Single-panel foot plate 14 Push handle 7 Caster fork 15 Back support/back support upholstery 8 Caster wheel Avantgarde 4...
  • Page 7 3 Front frame with removable, swing-away leg 11 Drive wheel adapter support 4 Knee lever wheel lock 12 Rear frame 5 Crossbrace 13 Back support tube 6 Single-panel foot plate 14 Back support/back support upholstery 7 Caster fork 15 Push handle 8 Caster wheel Avantgarde 4...
  • Page 8 4 Front frame with removable, swing-away leg 11 Rear frame with permanently welded drive support wheel attachment device 5 Crossbrace 12 Back tube 6 Foot plate (here segmented foot plate, alu­ 13 Back support/back support upholstery minium) 7 Caster fork 14 Push handle Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 9: Intended Use

    ► Do not modify the settings established by the qualified personnel. Only the settings described in the section “Use” in these instructions for use may be adjusted independently. ► In case of problems with the settings, please contact the qualified personnel who adjusted your product. Avantgarde 4...
  • Page 10 ► Do not lean too far out of the wheelchair when trying to pick up objects. ► Lean well forward with your upper body when climbing gradients, overcoming obstacles on gradients or on ramps. If users cannot lean their upper body forward, accompanying persons must support the wheelchair from behind. Avantgarde 4...
  • Page 11 Tipping over, falling of the user due to lifting by removable components ► Only lift the product by firmly mounted components (e.g. main frame, push handles). ► Be sure that the clamping levers of the height-adjustable push handles are firmly tightened. Avantgarde 4...
  • Page 12 Use of the product during diagnostic examinations and therapeutic treatment Impairment of the examination results or the effectiveness of treatment due to interactions of the product with devices that are used ► Make sure that examinations and treatments are carried out exclusively under the prescribed conditions. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 13: Side Effects

     YYYY = year of manufacture; MM = month of manufacture; DD = day of manufacture  UDI-PI to GS1 standard; UDI = Unique Device Identifier, PI = Product Identifier  UDI-DI to GS1 standard; UDI = Unique Device Identifier, DI = Device Identifier Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 14: Delivery

    ► Check the tyre pressure. The correct tyre pressure is printed on the sidewall. Ensure that the pressure is the same in both tyres. INFORMATION On the topic of disassembly/transport: see Page 35. It only takes a few simple steps to prepare the wheelchair for use: Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 15: Use

    The wheelchairs in this series fully satisfy the minimum technical requirements for wheelchairs transportable by train. However, please note that it is possible that not every individual wheelchair will fulfil the minimum require­ ments due to the variation in designs (please see see Page 46 for further details). Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 16: Getting In And Transferring

    1) Hold the leg support 90° out to the side and insert it into the leg support retainer (see fig. 11). 2) Swing the leg support into the direction of travel until it engages (see fig. 10). 3) Fold the foot plate down (see fig. 8). Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 17: Folding The Foot Plate Up And Down

    Folding up and swinging away the single-panel foot plate 1) Unhook the foot plate on one side and fold it up to the side (see fig. 13). 2) If necessary, the folded up foot plate can also be swung away to the side (see fig. 14). Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Angle Of The Elevating Leg Support

    Alternative: The leg support can also be elevated without operating the release lever. 2) Simultaneously move the leg support to the desired angle. 3) Twist the release lever back down. → The leg support automatically snaps into place in the next free position (see fig. 18). Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 19: Removing And Fastening The Calf Strap

    4) Only with segmented aluminium foot plates: Fasten the calf strap on the underside of the foot plate with hook-and-loop (not pictured). 5) Adjust the length and fasten the hook-and-loop closure (not pictured). Removing the calf strap 1) Open all hook-and-loop closures. 2) Remove the calf strap. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Leg Supports

    2) Fold down the back support pad and secure it to the upholstery straps with hook-and-loop fasteners (see fig. 25). 3) Pull the part of the flap that can be fastened forward and attach it to the seat upholstery with the hook-and-loop fastener (see fig. 24). Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 21: Backrest

    1) Press the release lever of the desk side panel (see fig. 26). 2) Fold up the desk side panel by approx. 90°. 3) Turn the desk side panel towards the back support and pull it out of the side panel mounting (see fig. 27). Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Height Of The Forearm Support

    Adjusting the depth of the arm support 1) Loosen the Allen head screws under the arm support (not pictured). 2) Slide the arm support to the desired depth. 3) Re-tighten the Allen head screws under the arm support. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 23: Push Handles

    3) To install, push in the tripod spring again and insert the push handle into the adapter. 4) Firmly close the clamping lever (see fig. 34, item 1). → Both push handles must be installed at the same height. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 24: Stabiliser Bar

    ► Maintain sufficient tyre pressure. Note the information in the section "Technical data" or on the tyre sidewall. ► Ensure that the pressure is the same in both tyres. ► Ensure that the tyres have sufficient tread depth. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 25: Removing And Mounting The Drive Wheels

    1) Open the lock-release assist according to the handle position (see fig. 39: locked – handle is parallel to wheel hub; see fig. 40: unlocked – handle is perpendicular to wheel hub). The lock is released when the handle is positioned horizontally (90° position). 2) Pull off/push on the drive wheel. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 26: Rear Wheel With One-Handed Operation (Double Push Rings)

    1) Compress the telescoping rod and remove it (see fig. 44). 2) Open the locking mechanism on the quick-release axle. To do so, turn the locking bolt by 90° (see fig. 43). 3) Use your thumb to press the push-button on the quick-release axle and remove the drive wheel. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 27: Caster Wheels And Caster Forks

    7.11 Wheel locks The wheel locks secure the parked wheelchair against rolling away. The drum brakes allow the attendant to slow the wheelchair easily and safely by activating the wheel lock lever on the push handles. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 28: Using The Wheel Locks

    1) Reach under the seat and pull the handle of the scissor wheel lock towards the back from the side (see fig. 47). → The wheel lock bolt secures the wheel. 2) Pull the handle of the scissor wheel lock forwards to unfold (see fig. 48). → The wheel lock lever releases the wheel. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 29: Drum Brake

    ► Operation of the wheel lock levers by the attendant is the same as for the drum brake described above. Activation/deactivation by the user 1) Push the handle of the knee lever wheel lock forward (see fig. 51, item 1). Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 30: Using The Plug-On Wheel Lock Lever Extension

    2) Fold the wheel lock lever extension either forward (see fig. 52, right) or to the side (see fig. 53). 3) To mount, pull on the handle of the wheel lock lever extension and slide the wheel lock lever extension back onto the wheel lock lever. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 31: Anti-Tipper/Tip-Assist

    2) Swing the anti-tipper back and allow it to engage (see fig. 55). Deactivation 1) From above, press on the anti-tipper with the hand or foot until it disengages (see fig. 56). 2) Rotate the anti-tipper forwards by 180° and release it (see fig. 55). Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 32: Using The Tip-Assist

    2) The first attendant holds the wheelchair in a stable position so that the drive wheels are relieved in turn. 3) The second attendant carefully removes the first and second drive wheel one after the other. → The wheelchair can now be pushed on the transport wheels. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 33: Lap Belt (Seat Belt)

    Burns due to user error ► The product is flame retardant but nevertheless flammable. Therefore the utmost caution must be exercised in the vicinity of an open flame. ► Keep away from all ignition sources, especially lit cigarettes. Avantgarde 4...
  • Page 34 Always guide the tray parallel to the armrests to avoid canting. Mounting/removing the half tray 1) Slide the tray onto the arm support. 2) Pull the tray off the arm support. Always guide the tray parallel to the arm support to avoid canting. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 35: Additional Options

    6) Insert four fingers between the spokes of the drive wheel and press the knob of the quick-release axle with your thumb. Pull off the drive wheel outwards (see fig. 4). INFORMATION: With "lock-release assist" option: see Page 25. With "drive wheel for one-handed operation" option: see Page 26. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 36: Use In Vehicles For Transporting Persons With Reduced Mobility

    Four belt loops are necessary in order to use the product as a transport seat in a vehicle for transporting persons with reduced mobility (tested according to ISO 10542-1 or comparable test standards). The qualified personnel who fitted the wheelchair can provide more information. Required materials • 4 belt loops (e.g. from Unwin Safety Systems, Q’Straint) Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 37: Using The Product In A Vehicle

    6) Tighten the vehicle side wheelchair restraint belts at the front and rear as firmly as possible. → Avantgarde DS: The product showing the correct positioning of the attachment straps (see fig. 72). → Avantgarde DV: The product showing the correct positioning of the attachment straps (see fig. 73). Avantgarde 4...
  • Page 38 (see fig. 71 item 2). • The shoulder belt must always be routed over the user’s shoulder (see fig. 71, item 1). • The belt strap must not be twisted on the user’s body. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 39: Restrictions For Use

    Option Transportation in a Remove option Secure option on vehicle for trans­ product porting persons with reduced mobil­ ity not possible Add-on drive Crutch holder with tip-assist, right/left (Avantgarde DS) Crutch holder (Avantgarde DV) Wheelbase extension Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 40: Clt And Clt Ultra Options

    Clean plastic parts, frame parts and the chassis and wheels with a mild cleaner and a damp cloth. Dry thor­ oughly afterwards. • Do not use any aggressive cleaners, solvents or hard brushes etc. • Do not spray the product with a pressure washer. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 41: Cleaning The Seat Cushion

    Do not expose the belts to direct heat (e.g. sunshine, stove or radiator). • Do not iron or bleach the belts. 7.19.2 Disinfection 1) Thoroughly clean the pads and handles before disinfecting. 2) Wipe all parts of the wheelchair with a disinfectant. Important information about disinfecting Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 42: Maintenance And Repair

    Periodically lubricate the quick-release axle lightly with thin, resin-free oil (sewing machine oil). • If the wheelchair becomes wet, it should be rubbed dry again. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 43: Repair

    1) Behind the valve, push one side of the tyre over the edge of the rim. 2) Slightly inflate the tube until it starts to assume its round shape. 3) Unscrew the valve nut from the tube and push the valve through the valve opening in the rim. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 44: Disposal

    10.3 Service life Expected lifetime: 4 years The design, manufacturing and requirements for the intended use of the product are based on the expected life­ time. These also include the requirements for maintenance, ensuring effectiveness and the safety of the product. Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 45: Technical Data

    In accordance with ISO 7176-5.   Also applies for parking with wheel lock engaged.  Applies to all directions (upwards, downwards, sideways).   In accordance with ISO 7176-1. Ambient conditions Temperatures and relative humidity Operating temperature [°C (°F)] -10 to +40 (14 to 104) Avantgarde 4...

  • Page 46: Appendices

    60 mm under the footrest for going forward at the end of the slope) Maximum inclination angle on which the wheelchair will 6 (dynamic stability in all directions) remain stable [°] 9 (static stability in all directions, also when wheel lock engaged) Avantgarde 4...
  • Page 47 · www.ottobock.de 143441 Moscow Region/Krasnogorskiy Rayon info@ottobock.com.co · www.ottobock.com.co Russian Federation Otto Bock Healthcare Products GmbH Otto Bock de Mexico S.A. de C.V. T +7 495 564 8360 · F +7 495 564 8363 Brehmstraße 16 · 1110 Wien · Austria Prolongación Calle 18 No. 178-A info@ottobock.ru · www.ottobock.ru F +43 1 5267985...
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