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- Page 1 USER MANUAL FORTE STANDARD WHEELCHAIR VCWK42 Edition MG 11.2015...
- Page 2 Table of Contents Introduction ............................. 3 Description of product ........................3 Appication ............................5 Contraindications ..........................5 Usage ............................... 5 Safety of use - WARNING! ......................6 Everyday use and maintenance ......................8 Technical paramets ........................14 Symbols ............................15 10.
- Page 3 1. Introduction Thank you for choosing our product. We are deeply convinced that it will meet your expectations. Please read this document before first use. This manual was made in order to provide the necessary information on the safe use of the device. The correct application of the recommendations will contribute significantly to extend the durability and aesthetics of the product.
- Page 4 13. Handle footrest 14. Cross-frame 15. Hook 16. Footrest frame 17. Footrest platform Elements that should be inside the packaging: Illustration 2. Seat cushion Illustration 3. Belt stabilizing the calf Hooks for the stabilizing belt. Illustration 4. Two footrests...
- Page 5 Illustration 5. Wheelchair 3. Application The wheelchair is used in order to commute by people with disabilities e.g. after the spinal cord damages, cerebral palsy or various lower limb injuries, neuromuscular diseases, post-traumatic cranial cerebral or for geriatric patients. It is also intended for people who want to actively and comfortably participate in everyday life. 4.
- Page 6 • On the seat place the seat cushion with velcro downwardly. • To install footrests, hang fixing bracket footrest on the hanger of the wheelchair frame (Illustration 9., 10.) Then rotate it into wheelchair front until if locks (“click” sound). •...
- Page 7 g) Using public roads, follow accurate traffic regulations. h) Like other vehicles, do not drive the wheelchair under the influence of alcohol, or drugs. This also applies to indoor riding. i) The wheelchair is not intended for patient transport on stairs, or puling the patient on it. The construction of the wheelchair and joining elements are not designed for such a large overload if it is used in this way.
- Page 8 ee) Oil, grease, water or other chemicals, may cause that brakes may have reduced effectiveness. ff) Strength of the breaking intensity may be reduced after long exploitation of the wheelchair. You are allowed to adjust breaks yourself. In order to do that you must loosen the screws locking the position of the break, move the mechanism of the break towards the wheel so that the wheel will not rotate when break will be on again (try the adjustment with the user sitting on the wheelchair).
- Page 9 • Place the patient the wheelchair. • Put on the armrest. • Install and open the footrests and put on it patient's feet. • Place the patient on wheelchair so that the patient is in upright sitting position (knees should be bent at an angle of ~ 90 °).
- Page 10 Higher curbs can be crossed going backwards with the help of a caretaker • Turn the wheelchair in such a way that both rear wheels are turned toward the curb. • Wheelchair user should keep balance on the rear wheels to reduce the pressure on the front wheels.
- Page 11 • The wheelchair is equipped with system of quick release rear wheels. • To install or remove the rear wheels, press the system of quick release rear wheels button (Illustration 15) and pull or push a wheel. • The wheelchair have to be moved by holding the frame elements only. Never hold the wheelchair by the armrests or footrests.
- Page 12 Footresr frame Wrench number 12 Illustration 18. PUMPING TYRE (It applies to wrench fitted with wheels pumped) Schrader valve Prest valve Illustration Illustration • Before pumping the tires, identify the type of valve which is located on the tire. This may be one of the two valves shown in Illustration 19 and 20.
- Page 13 • At the begining of pumping the pressure in tyres should be checked at some points. Check tire pressure with your fingers at the end of the tread. If it is possible, make only a millimeter indentation. It means that the tire has enough air. If necessary continue pumping.
- Page 14 Frequency Object of control Comments Before first Checking the technical condition and Check if any elements have any visible installation all the elements within the mechanical damage. packaging. Before each use Control of wheels, brakes, The brakes can worn out, check the condition of the brakes before each use.
- Page 15 Wheelchair weight without components 17 kg + / - 5% 18 kg + / - 5% (depending on the model) Minimum turning radius 112º Material Frame steel; upholstery: polyurethane, polyethylene; rubber Rear wheels diameter with the system of quick 24”, (diameter 610 mm) release rear wheels Front Wheel Size diameter 190 mm...
- Page 16 Protect from sunlight Permitted user weight. Use inside and outside buildings Maximum safe slope. The product is intended to transport by car. The product is not designed for use as a seat to transport in a motor vehicle. The product is intended to the transport by plane. The possibility of fingers jamming.
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