WARNING: Transport Chair user and attendant: Do not operate the Transport Chair without first reading and understanding this manual. If you do not understand the warnings, cautions, and instructions provided herein, contact your healthcare professional, Graham-Field authorized distributor, or technical representative before proceeding with the use of this product;...
1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing an Everest & Jennings product. We at GF Health Products, Inc. (Graham-Field) wish to assure you of our continuing commitment to provide innovation, quality, and reliability in our products. Important safety, operating, and maintenance instructions that warrant the attention of both user and attendant are included in this operation manual.
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING YOUR TRANSPORT CHAIR. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY TO YOU OR OTHERS OR DAMAGE TO YOUR TRANSPORT CHAIR. Safety requires the constant attention of the Transport Chair user and the attendant. It is extremely important to learn and always use safe methods when using this transport chair.
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WARNING: Ensure that Transport Chair is on a stable, level surface when the passenger is entering or exiting the chair. WARNING: Do not lean over the top of the Transport Chair back. This could cause the Transport Chair to tip over. WARNING: To reduce the risk of tipping before leaning or reaching forward, sit back in the seat and rotate front casters fully toward front of Transport Chair.
3 OPERATION GETTING STARTED Please familiarize yourself with main components, identifi ed in EJT500 Transport Chair illustration below. Name Plate / Handrail / Push Bar Plastic Cover Seat Back / Pad Steel Mat For Seat Back /Pad Wheel Lock Lever Armrest L / R Back Basket Wheel Lock Rod...
HANDLING TIPS The Everest & Jennings EJT500 Transport 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 Transport Chair over if it is used improperly. We urge both user and attendant to learn the characteristics of your Transport Chair.
FOR ATTENDANT: TILTING Tilting the Transport Chair backward is generally required to negotiate such obstacles as ramps, inclines, curbs, stairs and door sills. Tilting should only be performed by an attendant. To tilt the Transport Chair backward: 1. Grasp the push handles securely and ensure that the hand grips are firmly attached.
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For attendant: curb ascent facing forward 1. Stand behind the Transport Chair, holding the handle bar, facing the curb. 2. Advise the user that you will be tilting backward and remind the user to lean back. 3. Tilt the Transport Chair backward to its balance point and move forward until the front casters pass over the top of the curb.
4 ADJUSTMENTS The Transport Chair offers several adjustments to make it easier and more comfortable to operate. Section 6, MAINTENANCE, offers preventive maintenance suggestions for keeping your Transport Chair in excellent condition; ensure that all components are in excellent condition before adjusting. The following are recommended methods; after a few adjustments, you may develop your own.
5 MAINTENANCE Protect your E&J Transport Chair by having it serviced regularly. Proper care and maintenance are essential to keep your Transport Chair in safe working condition. Periodic inspection, adjustment, and replacement of worn parts will provide many years of superb performance. When you believe that a component or part of your Transport Chair is not functioning properly, contact your Graham-Field authorized distributor immediately, as a potentially hazardous condition could result.
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General Care Always evaluate the overall operation of your Transport Chair. It should function with ease and should travel straight without excessive drag or pull to one side. Remember, your Graham-Field authorized distributor knows your Transport Chair best when it comes to service and repairs. Contact your distributor with any questions or concerns regarding the safe operation and maintenance of your Transport Chair.
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Cleaning your Transport Chair Wipe off frame frequently, at least once a week, using a soft cloth. Dry the Transport Chair immediately if exposed to moisture. Clean the frame every three months with a mild soap and water solution. The frame does not need to be waxed. Do not use solvents, abrasive waxes, caustic chemicals or spray silicone.
6 TROUBLESHOOTING Continual use of your Transport Chair necessitates maintenance, especially if the factory-set adjustments have been altered. 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.
7 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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ENTIRE WARRANTY, EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES DISCLAIMER THIS WARRANTY IS GF’S ONLY WARRANTY AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. GF MAKES NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IF ANY MODEL OR SAMPLE WAS SHOWN TO THE CUSTOMER, SUCH MODEL OR SAMPLE WAS USED MERELY TO ILLUSTRATE THE GENERAL TYPE AND QUALITY OF THE PRODUCT AND NOT TO REPRESENT THAT THE PRODUCT WOULD NECESSARILY CONFORM TO THE MODEL OR SAMPLE IN ALL RESPECTS.
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