........................... 6.11 Installing and adjusting the head support ....................Delivery ................................Final inspection ..........................Transport to the customer ........................Handing over the product ........................Maintenance and repair ........................... Disposal ................................Disposal information ..........................Information on re-use ........................... Avantgarde XXL 2...
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Table of contents Legal information .............................. 10.1 Liability .............................. 10.2 Warranty ............................10.3 Service life ............................Technical data ..............................Appendices ................................ 12.1 Required tools ............................ 12.2 Torque values of the screw connections ....................Avantgarde XXL 2...
The tasks described below may only be carried out by qualified personnel. Compliance with all manufacturer spe cifications and all applicable legal provisions is required. Please contact the manufacturer’s service department for further information (see inside or outside of rear cover for addresses). Avantgarde XXL 2...
The nameplates are found on the frame. Label Meaning A Manufacturer’s product name B CE marking C Maximum load (see section “Technical data”) D Manufacturer information/address E Serial number F Manufacturing date G Symbol for medical device Avantgarde XXL 2...
(e.g. in the vicinity of radiators or in case of exposure to strong sunlight behind glass), the tyres may become permanently deformed. 5 Preparing the product for use 5.1 Assembly CAUTION Exposed pinch points Crushing, pinching due to incorrect handling ► When folding the wheelchair out or together, only grip by the specified components. Avantgarde XXL 2...
All parts of the product should be cleaned thoroughly before adjustments are made. The tools required for adjustments and maintenance tasks as well as the torque values for screw connections are listed in the section "Appendices" (see Page 27). Avantgarde XXL 2...
5) Tighten the Allen head screws on the drive wheel adapter to 10 Nm (see fig. 1, item 1). Put on the protective cap. 6) If necessary: Readjust the height and alignment of the caster attachment device as well as the wheel locks (see information at the start of the section). Avantgarde XXL 2...
INFORMATION: Once changed, the left and right quick-release axle mountings must both have the same vertical position in the frame. 8) If necessary: Readjust the height and alignment of the caster attachment device as well as the wheel locks (see information at the start of the section). Avantgarde XXL 2...
All handrims are designed for a spacing from the drive wheel of 15 mm (standard setting) and 25 mm. 1) Loosen/remove the handrim screw connection from the rim (see fig. 6). 2) Tightly screw the handrims onto the rim in narrow or wide installation position. Avantgarde XXL 2...
5) Install the caster wheel. 6) Push on the 2nd spacer bushing (see fig. 10, item 1). 7) Tighten the threaded axle to 8 Nm. → Once changed, the left and right caster wheels must have the same vertical position in the caster fork. Avantgarde XXL 2...
→ The wheel lock bolt must lock the drive wheel securely when stationary. 4) Tighten the Allen head screws to 10 Nm. → After adjustment, the left and right knee lever wheel locks must both have the same braking force. max. 5 mm Avantgarde XXL 2...
2) Adjust the knee lever wheel lock by sliding it. When the wheel lock is disengaged, the gap between the tyre and wheel lock bolt must not exceed 5 mm (sim ilar illustration: see fig. 14). Avantgarde XXL 2...
2) Screw in the adjustment screw (see fig. 18, item 2) until the scraping noise at the rear wheel disappears and the wheel runs freely. 3) Tighten the counter nut (see fig. 18, item 1) until the adjustment screw is fixed. → The braking force of both rear wheels must be adjusted equally. Avantgarde XXL 2...
1) Slightly loosen the Allen head screw on the locking joint on both sides (see fig. 20, item 1). 2) Position the back support unit at the desired angle. 3) Tighten the Allen head screw on the locking joint to 10 Nm on both sides. Avantgarde XXL 2...
You can slightly correct the centre of gravity by making small changes to the dip of the seat upholstery. However, larger corrections to the centre of gravity must be made by making changes to the settings on the frame, the axle unit and the caster wheels. 1) Remove the seat cushion and slightly fold the crossbrace. Avantgarde XXL 2...
The leg support angle setting should be chosen so that the ankle is in a relaxed, comfortable position. 1) Loosen the Allen head screws on the rear foot plate suspension by several turns (see fig. 26). 2) Turn the foot plate to the desired angle. 3) Tighten the Allen head screws to 10 Nm (see fig. 26). Avantgarde XXL 2...
1) Forearm support height adjustment: Push the release button on the outside of the side panel and adjust the height (see fig. 28, item 1). 2) Forearm support depth adjustment: Adjusting the depth of the forearm support is not possible with this side panel. Avantgarde XXL 2...
2) Loosen the second Allen head screw on the angle adjuster (see fig. 31, item 3). 3) Set the angle of the pivot arm. 4) Bolt down the pivot arm. The max. distance between the anti-tipper rollers and floor is 50 mm (see fig. 32). max. 50 mm Avantgarde XXL 2...
4) Angle adjustment: Loosen the mounting screws on the head support and adjust the angle (see fig. 34, item 4). 5) Once all settings have been adjusted, firmly close the clamping lever and tighten the mounting screws. 6) Position the stop on the adjustment tube and tighten (see fig. 33, item 4). Avantgarde XXL 2...
The manufacturer recommends regular maintenance of the product every 12 months. Further information on caring for the product and on maintenance/repair can be found in the instructions for use (user). Detailed information on repairs can be found in the service manual. Avantgarde XXL 2...
► Note that not all adjustment possibilities can be used with all product versions. Furthermore, the adjustment combinations are limited by the compact frame geometry. ► Technical changes and tolerances are reserved by the manufacturer. Avantgarde XXL 2 Max. load [kg] Transport weights [kg] Frame: from 11.3...
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Technical data Avantgarde XXL 2 24" drive wheel: from 1.3 (including quick-release axle) Min. tyre pressure [bar] Permissible tyre type – drive wheels Pneumatic tyres, PU tyres Permissible tyre type – caster wheels Solid rubber, pneumatic tyres, soft caster 3)4)5) Maximum permissible inclination [°]/[%]...
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Foot plate bar, long (320 mm) Specification for seat depth 380 mm Specification for seat depth 420 mm Min. Max. Min. Max. XXL 2 --- = Combination not possible. All specifications for narrow handrim installation (in case of wide installation: +20 mm). Avantgarde XXL 2...
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Between the front and rear axle position, the axle can be adjusted horizontally in increments of 15 mm (see rear frame component, item A, B, C, D, E, F, G; see fig. 36). Overall width [mm] Seat width Standard side pan Side panel with forearm Drive wheel with drum el/clothing guard support (height- brake adjustable) Avantgarde XXL 2...
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12.2 Torque values of the screw connections Unless otherwise specified, screw connections are tightened with the following torque values: • Thread diameter M4: 3 Nm • Thread diameter M5: 5 Nm • Thread diameter M6: 10 Nm • Thread diameter M8: 25 Nm Avantgarde XXL 2...