Summary of Contents for Graham Field GENDRON TRC28750 Series
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T R C2 8750 S ER I ES R ECLI NE R BA R IATRIC TILT- R ECL I NE CH A I R USER MANUAL SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE. GD_TRC28750-INS-LAB-RevA22...
1 INTRODUCTION Important safety, operating, and maintenance instructions that warrant your attention are included in this user manual. Read this entire manual carefully before operating your new Tilt-Recline Chair. Keep it handy for future reference, and refer to it as often as necessary to help maintain good performance standards.
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING YOUR TILT-RECLINE CHAIR. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY TO YOU OR OTHERS OR DAMAGE TO YOUR TILT-RECLINE CHAIR. Safety requires the constant attention of the chair user and the attendant. It is extremely important to learn and always use safe methods of performing basic daily activities.
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Do not tilt the recliner chair back when occupied, as this may cause serious injury to tilt recliner user and/or caregiver. Do not transport a user in a moving vehicle while seated in the tilt recliner chair. WARNING: Do not lean on this Tilt-Recline Chair or use it as a walker—these are practices which could result in loss of balance and personal injury.
3 GETTING STARTED — SETUP AND GENERAL OPERATION GUIDELINES TRC28750 TILT-RECLINE CHAIR COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Familiarize yourself with main components, identified in illustrations below. Back Upholstery Armpad Seat Pad Padded Leg Support Caster Fork Caster Lock Caster Wheel Footboard Swing Away Legrest Back Upholstery Extension Recliner Release Lever Tilt Release Lever...
OPERATING THE CASTER LOCKS The TRC28750 Series Tilt-Recline Chair has two wheel locks — one on each rear wheel. To engage the wheel locks, push the actuator tab down until they lock into place. To disengage, pull back on the levers until the wheels roll freely. WARNING: Ensure seat, arms, and footrests or legrests are locked in place before occupying or operating Tilt-Recline Chair.
4 HANDLING TIPS The Gendron TRC28750 Tilt-Recline Chair has been designed and engineered to perform as a stable and well balanced unit when used for its intended purpose. However, it is possible to tip the chair over if it is used improperly or if you move beyond the center of gravity. You may want to consider the use of a positioning belt, available from your distributor or www.grahamfield.com, to maintain proper weight distribution.
REACHING / BENDING WARNING: Always turn the casters frontward to provide stability while reaching. If in doubt, ask for assistance or use a device that will extend your reach without requiring you to shift your weight. Although it is not recommended, you may find it occasionally necessary to lean or reach from your chair.
RAMPS AND INCLINES WARNING: During descent, the footboard's lowest point should be no closer to the ground than 2 1/2 inches to permit proper clearance. WARNING: Do not attempt any incline or decline of more than 6 degrees (10% grade, or one foot of rise or fall per ten feet of ramp length).
5 ADJUSTMENTS The TRC28750 Tilt-Recline Chair offers several adjustments to make it easier and more comfortable to drive. The MAINTENANCE section offers preventive maintenance suggestions for keeping your Tilt-Recline Chair in excellent condition; ensure that all components are in excellent condition before adjusting.
Swing Away Footrests- On tilt recliner chair equipped with swing away footrests, activate the black swing away release lever and the assembly will swing to the side. This feature permits easy entrance into and exit out of the chair. SWINGAWAY FOOTREST / AND FOOTBOARD Swing away Release Lever Full-width leg support pad Full-width footboard...
RECLINER ADJUSTING THE BACK ANGLE Parts Locator Push Bar Back Recline Levers Seat Tilt Levers Reclining Back Full Length Armrest Foot/Leg Rest Mounts WARNING: When operating the seat tilt of the tilt recliner chair do NOT grab the seat frame with fingers underneath. This could pinch fingers between seat frame and the side frame tubes.
6 MAINTENANCE Protect your Gendron TRC28750 Tilt-Recline Chair by having it serviced regularly. Proper care and maintenance are essential to keep your chair in safe working condition. Periodic inspection, adjustment, and replacement of worn parts will provide many years of performance.
LIST OF TOOLS The tools and cleaning supplies listed will assist in the following procedures: 30 weight oil (available at most auto parts stores) Phillips screwdriver Soft cloth Mild soap and water solution GENERAL CARE Always evaluate the overall operation of your chair. It should function with ease and should travel straight without excessive drag or pull to one side.
CHECK FOOTRESTS & FOOTBOARD Check footrests and footboard at least once a month. Inspect the locking mechanisms to confirm sure fit. Check for cracks, burrs, or sharp edges, and replace if found. Ensure that the footrest or legrest will automatically lock securely in place and will not accidentally unlock. CLEANING YOUR TRC28750 TILT-RECLINE CHAIR Wipe off base and seat frame frequently, at least once a week, using a soft cloth.
7 TROUBLESHOOTING Continual use of your TRC28750 Tilt-Recline Chair necessitates maintenance. The following troubleshooting guide lists several common problems that may occur, and offers corrective actions for each. If you are unsure of the solution or unable to diagnose the problem, do not hesitate to ask your Graham-Field authorized distributor for assistance.
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9 LIMITED WARRANTY SCOPE OF WARRANTY GF Health Products, Inc. (“GF”) warrants to the Original Purchaser only that it will replace or repair components, at GF’s sole discretion, that are defective in material or workmanship under normal use and service. All warranties are conditioned upon the proper use of the products strictly in accordance with good commercial practice and applicable GF instructions and manuals, including proper use and maintenance.
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