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Animal Ortho Care HAUTE WHEELS Instruction Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    T A B L E O F P A G E C O N T E N T S C O M P O N E N T S 4 - 5 S K U S P E C I F I C S H A R N E S S F R A M E W H E E L &...
  • Page 3 Wheel Struts x2 Wheelchair Frame Belly Belt Harnesses Extra Screw Frame Struts Hex Key Front Leading Leash Zippered Carrying Case Stabilization Bar (XL only) Measuring Tape Rear Lifting Leash Stabilization Strap (L only)
  • Page 4 Depending on the size of wheelchair you have purchased, one of the following additional options may apply: Medium and Smaller Shorter pets may only require one strut per side when S K U adjusting the wheelchair height. In these cases, loosen S P E C I F I C S and remove both sets of struts from the frame, then attach the struts with the wheels directly to the frame.
  • Page 5 Medium and Smaller S K U S P E C I F I C S Large Extra Large...

  • Page 6: H A R N E S S

    H A R N E S S Remove the front harness from the frame by pulling down on the button and pulling the metal ring free. Repeat this process for the other side of the frame. Remove the back harness from the frame by pulling the metal rings free of the plastic clips.

  • Page 7: F R A M E

    F R A M E Loosen the blue knobs on both frame struts so that they hang loosely but do not detach from the frame. A x a wheel strut to each frame strut and tighten the knobs. Note that there is a spring that sits between the interior of the knob and its attachment point to the frame or the other struts.

  • Page 8: W H E E L & F R A M

    W H E E L & F R A M E To adjust the height of the wheelchair, loosen the blue adjustment knobs. adjustment knobs. Rotate the struts to their desired position. Ensure corresponding numbers match. Tighten the blue knobs completely. After adjusting the wheel struts, they should After adjusting the wheel struts, they should either be vertical or angled towards the front...
  • Page 9 W H E E L & F R A M E Loosen, but do not remove, all the hex screws using the included hex key. Push or pull the bars to the desired length and width and ensure both hex screws are set to the same number.
  • Page 10 W H E E L & F R A M E If your pet’s rear legs are paralyzed, you can support them using the padded foot straps. The strap length can be adjust by pushing the toggle button. If you will not be using the foot straps, you can remove them.
  • Page 11 W H E E L & F R A M E Your wheelchair should look similar to the diagram pictured above.
  • Page 12 fi t, as this can impact viability of a return and replacement. If the frame seems unlikely to fi t, contact Animal Ortho Care frame seems unlikely to fi t, contact Animal Ortho Care for an exchange.
  • Page 13 D A Y 1 Place the front and back harness on your pet. Tighten the straps on each harness until they fi t your pet snugly. The buckles will sit on the left side of your pet. The front harness can be used in conjunction with the included walking leash.
  • Page 14 For the second day it is strongly recommended that you have at least two people working together to position your pet within the frame. Begin the fi tting process by loosening all the frame bar hex screws and blue strut knobs. The frame bars should be able to slide freely and the struts should be attached but able to swing freely.
  • Page 15 D A Y 2 If you are using the foot straps to support your pet’s paralyzed legs, place their rear feet in the straps. The straps should be adjusted so that the rear feet hang straps should be adjusted so that the rear feet hang low but do not touch the ground.
  • Page 16 W H E E L C H A I R Option 1: Unbuckle the harnesses and lift the pet from the frame. Option 2: Remove belly strap, unclip the harnesses from the frame and pull back the frame. If you have di culty unclipping the harnesses, temporarily reduce the width of the frame to reduce tension on the clips.
  • Page 17 W H E E L C H A I R After the rest period, place your pet back into the After the rest period, place your pet back into the already-adjusted harnesses and frame. already-adjusted harnesses and frame. If the fi t is good and your pet seems comfortable, you can now begin encouraging your pet to move while wearing the wheelchair.

  • Page 18: S A F E T

    SAFETY ADVICE Always monitor wheelchair use. Never leave your dog unattended while using the wheelchair, as there is a risk of tipping or injury. S A F E T Y Install ramps throughout the house for easy access to elevated areas such as beds, couches, steps, etc. Exercise caution when your dog is running, as moving or turning too quickly may cause tipping.

  • Page 19: C A R

    CARE & MAINTENANCE The wheelchair requires minimal cleaning and maintenance. C A R E The harnesses and belly belt are machine washable. Periodically check the adjustment screws and tighten them as needed. Wipe the frame and wheels with a towel as needed to remove dirt or water.
  • Page 20 ANIMAL ORTHO CARE 1251 RED FOX ROAD ARDEN HILLS, MN 55112 Phone: 651.440.9321 Email: CARE@AOCPET.COM...