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- Page 1 SELF PROPELLED & TRANSIT USER MANUAL P R OD U CT CO D E S: WC01010022 | WC02010015...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION 2. SAFETY REGULATIONS 2.1 GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES 2.2 WARNINGS FOR SAFE USE 3. PRODUCT COMPONENTS 4. USER INSTRUCTIONS 4.1 GETTING IN AND OUT OF THE WHEELCHAIR 4.2 BENDING OR REACHING 4.3 GRADIENTS & THRESHOLDS 4.4 ASCENDING AND DESCENDING STAIRS 5. -
Page 3: Introduction
If you have any questions about wheelchair use, maintenance, or safety, please contact CareCo: CareCo (UK) Limited, 1 Turing Court, Tel: 0333 015 5000 Great Notley, Braintree , CM77 7AT, www.CareCo.co.uk... -
Page 4: Safety Regulations
When used correctly, this wheelchair is a safe and stable product. CareCo is not responsible for personal injury or property damage resulting from failure to comply with any laws or ordinances. -
Page 5: Warnings For Safe Use
2.2 WARNINGS FOR SAFE USE WARNING! • When using the product for the first time, it is recommended to practice using the wheelchair on a flat surface. • Do not exceed the maximum user weight indicated on the frame label. •... -
Page 6: Product Components
3. PRODUCT COMPONENTS Your wheelchair is equipped with various parts and components. Before proceeding with this user manual, you should familiarise yourself with the various elements that make up your wheelchair. 1. Push Handle 2. Half-Folding Back Mechanism 3. Attendant Brake (Self Propelled &... -
Page 7: User Instructions
4. USER INSTRUCTIONS 4.1 GETTING IN AND OUT OF THE WHEELCHAIR Getting into your wheelchair: Before getting into the wheelchair, ensure the following points are met. • The brakes are applied • The footplates are folded sideways • The wheelchair is on a flat surface •... -
Page 8: Bending Or Reaching
4.2 BENDING OR REACHING To reach an object while sitting in your wheelchair, get as close to the object as possible, make sure the front castors are facing forward and the brakes are applied to prevent you from falling out of your wheelchair 4.3 GRADIENTS &... -
Page 9: Operating The Wheelchair
5. OPERATING THE WHEELCHAIR 5.1 FOLDING AND UNFOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR Unfolding To unfold the wheelchair, press the seat tubes on both sides of the seat cover to open the wheelchair. Push the seat tubes as far as they will go to ensure the chair is properly unfolded. Fold down the footrests down. -
Page 10: Legrests
WARNING! Take care of trapping hazards or pinch points when adjusting any settings or folding and unfolding the product 5.2 LEG RESTS Folding / unfolding the footplate • Lift upwards on the footplate to fold it away. • Press downwards on the footplate to fold it down. -
Page 11: Adjusting The Footrest Height
5.3 ADJUSTING THE FOOTREST HEIGHT To adjust the height of the footplate, remove the leg rest and use an Allen key to adjust the height from one of five height adjustment holes. Suggestion Raise the footplates before getting in and out of the wheelchair. WARNING! Ensure both legrests are securely attached to the wheelchair to avoid injury to the user. -
Page 12: Armrests
5.6 SELF PROPELLED HAND BRAKE The wheelchair is equipped with a left and right hand brake. To apply the hand brake, push the brake lever forwards. To release the hand brake, pull the brake lever backwards.. Suggestion Only use the hand brake when the wheelchair is stationary. WARNING! Usage of the handbrake whilst the wheelchair is moving may cause injury to the user. -
Page 13: Self Propelled & Transit Attendant Brake
5.7 SELF PROPELLED & TRANSIT ATTENDANT BRAKE The wheelchair is equipped with a left and right attendant brake. To apply the attendant brake, To release the attendant The attendant brake can be squeeze the brake handle. brake, let go of the brake locked using the lower lever handle. -
Page 14: Quick Release Wheels (Self Propelled)
5.8 QUICK RELEASE WHEELS (SELF PROPELLED) The Self-Propelled version of the wheelchair is equipped with quick-release rear wheels. Removing the Quick-Release Rear Wheels To remove the rear wheels from the frame, press the button in the middle of the wheel and pull away from the wheelchair frame as shown. -
Page 15: Product Specifications
6. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 6.1 SELF PROPELLED WC01010022 Seat Width 17" 19" Height (mm) Length (mm) 1050 1050 Width (mm) Folded Height (mm) Folded Length (mm) 1050 1050 Folded Width (mm) Seat Height (mm) Seat Width (mm) 17” 19” Seat Depth (mm) Backrest Height (mm) Armrest Height (Adjustable) Front Wheel Size... -
Page 16: Transit
6.2 TRANSIT WC02010015 Seat Width 17" 19" Height (mm) Length (mm) 1030 1030 Width (mm) Folded Height (mm) Folded Length (mm) 1030 1030 Folded Width (mm) Seat Height (mm) Seat Width (mm) 17” 19” Seat Depth (mm) Backrest Height (mm) Armrest Height (Adjustable) Front Wheel Size 6“... -
Page 17: Care And Maintenance
7. CARE AND MAINTENANCE There are many things the user can do to keep the wheelchair in optimal condition. By regularly checking the wheelchair and performing simple maintenance, the user can extend the life of the wheelchair and make it more comfortable to use. Preventative maintenance is very important. -
Page 18: Troubleshooting
7.2 TROUBLESHOOTING Problems that could occur when using the wheelchair are listed below. If the user experiences an issue not listed, please contact CareCo The wheelchair is pulling to one side • Ensure wheels have same tyre pressure (if applicable) •... -
Page 19: Warranty
8. WARRANTY If a component requires repair or replacement due to a specific manufacturing or material defect within its warranty period, it will be repaired or replaced free of charge by CareCo. • 10 year frame warranty • DURABLE PARTS: 1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Consumables are not covered under normal warranty circumstances unless they have clearly suffered excessive wear or damage as a direct result of a manufacturing defect. -
Page 20: Identification
10. WHEELCHAIR RECYCLING & DISPOSAL Disposal or recycling of the wheelchair should be completed through an approved distributor or disposal facility. (Local disposal & recycling regulations may apply) Alternatively, contact CareCo for advice on disposal. Materials: Wheelchair Packaging: Cardboard Box, Low-Density polyethylene bag... -
Page 21: Optional Extras
11. OPTIONAL EXTRAS 11.1 ATTACHING A SEAT BELT How to attach a seat belt: 1. Remove the side panel rear Velcro. 4. Reinstall the lower backrest canvas retaining bolt using a hex wrench. 2. Use a hex wrench to remove the lower backrest canvas retaining bolt. -
Page 22: Attaching A Seat Belt
11.2 USING A SEAT BELT How to fasten the seat belt: How to release the seat belt: Firmly insert the male buckle into the female Press the exposed side of the female buckle buckle and push toward the centre while separating the male and female buckles No more than the palm of the hand should be able to be inserted between the seat belt and the user. - Page 23 NOTES P. 23...
- Page 24 CareCo (UK) Limited, 1 Turing Court, Self-propelled Wheelchair Great Notley, Braintree, CM77 7AT, England Transit Wheelchair...
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