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Operating instructions
Wheelchair model:
S3
S3 0°
S3 Short Abd
U3
U3 Y-Front
Panthera AB, Gunnebogatan 26, SE-163 53 Spånga, Sweden, +46 (0)8-761 50 40, www.panthera.se, panthera@panthera.se
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  • Page 1 Operating instructions Wheelchair model: S3 0° S3 Short Abd U3 Y-Front Panthera AB, Gunnebogatan 26, SE-163 53 Spånga, Sweden, +46 (0)8-761 50 40, www.panthera.se, panthera@panthera.se...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Congratulations on choosing a wheelchair from Panthera AB. We hope you will be satis- fied with your Panthera model and wish you many happy years together. All of Panthera AB’s products are designed and assembled in Spånga, outside Stockholm. Our models are constructed to be the very best on the market with regard to quality, manoeuvrability and low weight.

  • Page 3: Panthera

    DESIGN Panthera’s S3 and U3 wheelchairs are designed with a focus on good ergonomics when sitting or driving. The wheelchair is designed so that it can be easily lifted into the car by the user. In addition, the chassis is formed to provide a balanced, effortless grip when lifting the chair into the car.

  • Page 4: Description

    2, features the same design as the S3, but unlike the S3, the model has a tapered front.The Castors are positioned far out on both the S3 and U3, creating ample room for the user’s feet without the wheels colliding with their heels.

  • Page 5: Overview

    OVERVIEW (Fig. 3) Fig. 3 1. Footrest 2. Chassis 3. Seat cushion 4. Armrest 5. Backrest/Backrest upholstery 6. Rear wheel/Tyres 7. Push rim 8. Brake 9. Quick release 10. Air valve 11. Rear axle 12. Castors 13. Fork 14. Connective tubing 15.

  • Page 6: Safety Regulations

    Anti-tip device Panthera wheelchairs are designed to be as manoeuvrable as possible, which means the wheelchair responds quickly and seamlessly to the actions you perform. If you perform the...
  • Page 7 If you have a high brake, be careful that your fingers do not make contact with the brake when driving with the rear wheel. When transferring sideways in and out of your Panthera, make sure you can lift yourself over the brake so that you do not sit on or get caught on it.

  • Page 8: Transfer/Lifting

    SAFETY REGULATIONS Transfer into the wheelchair Techniques for transfer must be practised extensively together with qualified staff. The methods described below are for advisory purposes only. Transferring into the wheelchair sideways (Fig. 4) 1. Position the wheelchair as close to you as possible. 2.

  • Page 9: Settings

    SAFETY REGULATIONS Hot surfaces If the wheelchair is exposed to sunshine for long periods, its surfaces may become ex- tremely warm. Risk of jamming While driving the chair, be aware of the risk of your fingers becoming jammed between the rear wheel and the brake, and between the rear wheel and side guard or armrest.
  • Page 10 The footrest in standard configuration allows adjustment in the 4 lowest holes. To use the lowest position (the footrest in its highest position) you need to shorten the footrest with a saw. For more information, please contact Panthera. 3) The tension of the calf strap/heel strap (Fig.
  • Page 11 SETTINGS 4) The angle of the backrest (Fig. 10) 1) Deactivate the backrest locking function on both sides by pulling the wire (1). 2) Fold the backrest forwards. 3) Loosen the lock screws (2) a few rotations using a 4 mm Allen key. Repeat this process on the other side.
  • Page 12 SETTINGS 5) The tension of the backrest upholstery (Fig. 11) You can adjust the backrest upholstery to suit the shape of your back using the straps located under the flap at the rear of the backrest. This provides good support to the small of the back.
  • Page 13 SETTINGS Adjusting the balance of the wheelchair (Fig. 12) 1) Remove the rear wheel by pressing the quick release button and pulling the wheel straight off. 2) Use the 15 mm cap key in order to loosen the lock screw (1). Repeat this process on the other side.

  • Page 14: Accessories

    SETTINGS Adjusting the high brake (Fig. 14) High brake are activated by pushing lever (1) forward until stop. The the rear wheel ar locked. Repeat on the other side. 1) Use a 5 mm Allen key in order to loosen the lock screw (1). 2) You will now be able to push the brake forwards and backwards.
  • Page 15 ACCESSORIES Armrests (Fig. 17) The armrests can be adjusted both horizontally and vertically. Adjusting the armrest horizontally: 1. Push and hold in the button on the inside of the armrest (1). 2. The armrest can be moved backwards and forwards while the button is pressed in. 3.

  • Page 16: Transportation

    The S3 and U3 models are crash tested and approved for transportation in mobility ser- vice vehicles. When travelling in vehicles, users may remain in their wheelchairs provid- ed approved restraint systems and seatbelts are used, however, Panthera AB does not recommend this.
  • Page 17 TRANSPORTATION Assembling and disassembling the wheelchair (Fig. 20 and 21) When transporting the wheelchair, in a car, for example, the backrest can be folded and the rear wheel detached. Lowering the backrest, Fig. 19: 1) Release the side guards and armrests, if necessary, and pull them up vertically. 2) Remove the seat cushion if necessary.
  • Page 18 TRANSPORTATION Securing the wheelchair in a vehicle (Fig. 22 and 23) During transportation, the wheelchair must always be facing in the direction of travel while the user is sitting in the chair. An exception may be made if the vehicle is fitted with a device designed in accordance with Bus Directive 2001/85/EG, Appendix VII, Item 3.8.3.
  • Page 19 TRANSPORTATION Securing the user (Fig. 24 and 25) If the user remains in the wheelchair during transportation, we recommend that the back- rest is level with or above the user’s shoulders. The user must be secured in the vehicle using a three-point seatbelt in order to minimise the risk of injury to the head or chest in conjunction with braking or potential collision.

  • Page 20: Crash Test

    CRASH TEST The S3/U3 models have successfully undergone crash testing. The Panthera S3/U3 models have been crash tested in accordance with ISO-7176- 19:2008 and are thereby approved for transportation in service mobility vehicles. Crash testing was carried out by SP Technical Research Institute of Sweden.

  • Page 21: Maintenance/Service/Repair

    MAINTENANCE Your Panthera model was designed for rigorous daily use over a number of years, and as such, some parts must be regularly checked. If using your wheelchair in more demanding environments, such as sand or saltwater, you must examine and clean your wheelchair more often than what is specified below.
  • Page 22 Replacement of wear parts (Fig. 26 and 27) Wear parts such as tyres, inner tubes and Castors can be ordered from Panthera, with the work carried out at home for those able to do so. Otherwise, contact your wheelchair provider or Panthera.

  • Page 23: Guarantee/Conformity

    GUARANTEE AND LIFESPAN Lifespan: The lifespan of a Panthera product depends on how much wear and tear it is exposed to and how thorough you are with maintenance. When reaching the end of its lifespan, the wheelchair must be handed in to your wheel- chair provider or Panthera AB to be recycled.

  • Page 24: Technical Facts

    TECHNICAL FACTS Seat width (cm) Total width 71** Total length 78–90 78–90 78–90 78–90 78–90 78–90 Total height 64–84 64–84 64–84 64–84 64–84 64–84 Seat angle 7° 7° 7° 7° 7° 7° Height of seat at rear Height of seat at front Depth of seat Backrest.angle 17,3-(-5)°...
  • Page 25 TECHNICAL FACTS S3 SHORT Seat width (cm) Total width Total length 73–85 73–85 73–85 73–85 73–85 73–85 Total height 64–84 64–84 64–84 64–84 64–84 64–84 Seat angle 7° 7° 7° 7° 7° 7° Height of seat at rear Height of seat at front Depth of seat 27–33...
  • Page 26 TECHNICAL FACTS S3 SHORT LOW Seat width (cm) Total width Total length 73–85 73–85 73–85 73–85 Total height 61,5-81,5 61,5-81,5 61,5-81,5 61,5-81,5 Seat angle 7° 7° 7° 7° Height of seat at rear 40,5 40,5 40,5 40,5 Height of seat at front...
  • Page 27 TECHNICAL FACTS S3 LARGE Seat width (cm) Total width 71** Total length 83-95 83-95 83-95 83-95 Total height 66,5-86,5 66,5-86,5 66,5-86,5 66,5-86,5 Seat angle 7° 7° 7° 7° Height of seat at rear 45,5 45,5 45,5 45,5 Height of seat at front...
  • Page 28 TECHNICAL FACTS S3 0° Seat width (cm) Total width 71** Total length Total height 64-84 64-84 64-84 64-84 64-84 64-84 Seat angle 0° 0° 0° 0° 0° 0° Height of seat at rear Height of seat at front Depth of seat...
  • Page 29 TECHNICAL FACTS S3 SHORT ABD Seat width (cm) Total width Total length 73-85 73-85 73-85 Total height 64-84 64-84 64-84 Seat angle 4° 4° 4° Height of seat at rear Height of seat at front Depth of seat 27-33 27-33...
  • Page 30 TECHNICAL FACTS Seat width (cm) Total width Total length Total height 64–84 64–84 64–84 64–84 64–84 Seat angle 7° 7° 7° 7° 7° Height of seat at rear Height of seat at front Depth of seat 35–46 35–46 35–46 35–46 35–46 Backrest.angle 17,3-(-5)°...
  • Page 31 TECHNICAL FACTS U3 Y-front Seat width (cm) Total width Total length Total height 64-84 64-84 64-84 64-84 64-84 64-84 Seat angle 7° 7° 7° 7° 7° 7° Height of seat at rear Height of seat at front Depth of seat 35-42,5 35-42,5 35-42,5...
  • Page 32 Material: upholstery Polyurethane coated polyester Upholstery and cushion ISO 7176-16 have been fire tested in accordance with: Wheelchair classification B; indoor/outdoor * Weights were taken with brakes installed. Panthera AB, Gunnebogatan 26, SE-163 53 Spånga +46 (0)8-761 50 40, www.panthera.se, panthera@panthera.se...
  • Page 33 Panthera AB, Gunnebogatan 26, SE-163 53 Spånga, Sweden +46-8-761 50 40, www.panthera.se, panthera@panthera.se...

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