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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 Short S3 Short Low S3 Large S3 0° S3 Long S3 Short Abd U3 Y-Front U3 Y-Front Short U3 Y-Front Low 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: Indications For Use
DESIGN Panthera’s S and U serie 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. The wheelchair’s exterior is small and it is very light.
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 SAFETY REGULATIONS Wheelchair technique – Ramps and sloping surfaces, curbs stairs Driving up ramps and sloping surfaces (Fig. 49) When you are going to drive up a ramp, you need to take a bit of a run-up, keep a steady speed and at the same time control your direction.
Page 9 SAFETY REGULATIONS Wheelchair technique – Ramps and sloping surfaces, curbs stairs Driving up and down stairs (Fig. 53) You can negotiate stairs by taking one step at a time according to the instructions here: One assistant should stand behind the wheelchair and hold the backrest bow. The second assistant should hold on to one of the solid parts of the front frame to support the wheel- chair from the front.
Page 10: 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 11: Settings
Incidents Any serious incident that has occurred in relation to the product should be reported to Panthera and to the Swedish Medical Products Agency, or the competent authority of the Member State in which the user and/or patient is established.
Page 12 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 13 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 14 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 15 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 16: 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 17: Push Handles
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 18: Transportation
19. Alternative using Panthera hip belt attachments. TRANSPORTATION Panthera recommends the user to transfer to a regular car seat secured by a seat belt. This is the safest way to sit during transport. If you do not have the possibility for that and therefore stay sitting in the wheelchair during transport, it is extremely important to follow the instructions below.
Page 19 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 20 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 21 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 22: 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 23: 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 24: Replacement Of Wear Parts
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 25: 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 26: Technical Facts
TECHNICAL FACTS Model code G548 G548 G548 G548 G548 G548 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...
Page 27 TECHNICAL FACTS S3 SHORT Model code G549 G549 G549 G549 G549 G549 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°...
Page 28 TECHNICAL FACTS S3 SHORT LOW Model code G552 G552 G552 G552 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...
Page 29 TECHNICAL FACTS S3 LARGE Model code G554 G554 G554 G554 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...
Page 30 TECHNICAL FACTS S3 0° Model code G583 G583 G583 G583 G583 G583 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...
Page 31 TECHNICAL FACTS S3 Long Model code G5831 G5831 G5831 G5831 G5831 G5831 Seat width (cm) Total width 71** Total length 83-95 83-95 83-95 83-95 83-95 83-95 Total height 64-84 64-84 64-84 64-84 64-84 64-84 Seat angle 7° 7° 7° 7°...
Page 32 TECHNICAL FACTS S3 SHORT ABD Model code G555 G555 G555 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...
Page 33 TECHNICAL FACTS Model code G551 G551 G551 G551 G551 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...
Page 34 TECHNICAL FACTS U3 Y-front Model code G5801 G5801 G5801 G5801 G5801 G5801 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...
Page 35 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 36 TECHNICAL FACTS U3 Y-front Low Model code G584 G584 G584 G584 G584 G584 Seat width (cm) Total width Total length Total height 61,75-71,75 61,75-71,75 61,75-71,75 61,75-71,75 61,75-71,75 61,75-71,75 Seat angle 7° 7° 7° 7° 7° 7° Height of seat at rear 40,5 40,5 40,5...
Page 38 Panthera AB, Gunnebogatan 26, SE-163 53 Spånga, Sweden +46-8-761 50 40, www.panthera.se, panthera@panthera.se...

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