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- Page 1 450 Standard / 450 Recliner 525 Standard / 525 Recliner Bariatric Manual Wheelchair US ER MA NUA L SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE. GD_450-525-INS-LAB-RevB22...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......................................3 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..............................4 WARNINGS ........................................4 GETTING STARTED — SETUP AND GENERAL OPERATION GUIDELINES ..................6 REGENCY 450 / 525 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ..........................6 OPERATING THE WHEEL LOCKS ................................. 6 UNFOLDING AND FOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR ............................7 UNFOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR ................................ -
Page 3: Introduction
1 INTRODUCTION Important safety, operating, and maintenance instructions that warrant your attention are included in this user manual. Read this entire manual carefully before operating your new wheelchair. Keep it handy for future reference, and refer to it as often as necessary to help maintain good performance standards. -
Page 4: Important Safety Precautions
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING YOUR WHEELCHAIR. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY TO YOU OR OTHERS OR DAMAGE TO YOUR WHEELCHAIR. Safety requires the constant attention of the wheelchair user and the attendant. It is extremely important to learn and always use safe methods of performing basic daily activities. - Page 5 WARNING: When folding or unfolding the wheelchair, do not place your fingers or hands under the seat rail or between the seat rail and side panel. WARNING: Do not lift the wheelchair by the arms, footrests or legrests, or any other detachable parts.
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Page 6: Getting Started - Setup And General Operation Guidelines
3 GETTING STARTED — SETUP AND GENERAL OPERATION GUIDELINES REGENCY 450 / 525 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Familiarize yourself with main components, identified in Regency 450 / 525 illustrations below. backpost / push handle handgrip back upholstery armpad rear wheel seat upholstery footrest handrim frame... -
Page 7: Unfolding And Folding The Wheelchair
UNFOLDING AND FOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR WARNING Do not wrap hand around seat edge when opening or entering the chair. outline color black WARNING: Read warning label, shown above, located on seat rails: Do not wrap hand around seat edge when opening or entering the chair. Keep hands clear when unfolding wheelchair. -
Page 8: Installing The Headrest And Pushbar (Reclining Models Only)
3. Attach footrests or legrests to wheelchair. 4. Reinstall seat cushion, if so equipped. WARNING: Ensure seat, arms, and footrests or legrests are locked in place before occupying or operating wheelchair. Installing the Headrest and Pushbar (Reclining Models Only) After the wheelchair has been fully unfolded and opened: 1. -
Page 9: Closing The Wheelchair (All Models)
2 Remove headrest cover, shown at above left. 3. Remove headrest as shown at above right: slide headrest up and off headrest support assembly as shown. Closing the Wheelchair (All Models) 1. Detach footrests or legrests from wheelchair. 2. Remove seat cushion, if applicable. 3. -
Page 10: Reaching / Bending
WARNING: There is a critical moment when there is little or no seat platform beneath you. Take every precaution to reduce this unsupported distance before you attempt transfer. Patient Lift Transfer Transfer Board Transfer Transferring into or out of a wheelchair is a very difficult maneuver; always exercise extreme care even when transferring with the aid of an attendant, a patient lift (shown at above left), or a transfer board (shown at above right). -
Page 11: Reaching / Bending Backward
3. Engage both wheel locks. 4. Ensure the casters are rotated fully forward before reaching. If not, repeat step 2. REACHING / BENDING BACKWARD WARNING: Do not engage the wheel locks while reaching or bending backward. Should your weight suddenly shift accidentally, it is better to roll in that direction than to tip over. WARNING: Do not lean over the back upholstery;... -
Page 12: Descent
DESCENT Always face forward when going down a ramp, but do not lean forward; this could cause tipping. Lean slightly backward to increase stability. It is critical to keep the wheelchair under control at all times. Descent should be made slowly and safely by grasping the handrims;... -
Page 13: Going Down
Going Down Ensure the hand grips are securely fastened and do not turn or slip off. While standing behind the wheelchair, turn the wheelchair around and carefully back down the step. Hold the handgrips tightly and pull the wheelchair to where the rear wheels reach the curb edge, then slowly roll the rear wheels down onto the lower level. -
Page 14: Arms
ARMS Removable Full-Length Arm Removable Desk-Length Arm Arm height and position are factory set; do not modify this. All arms are removable. REMOVE ARM Grasp the armpad by middle, depress the spring button at the front arm socket, and pull up on the arm to remove it from the socket. -
Page 15: Swing Footrest / Legrest Away For Transfer
SWING FOOTREST / LEGREST AWAY FOR TRANSFER 1. Push swingaway release lever, at top of Footrest / Legrest, rearward; Footrest / Legrest will swing outward. 2. Fold footplate upward and out of the way. 3. If wheelchair has Elevating Legrest, rotate calf pads upward 90° for transfer ease. RETURN FOOTREST / LEGREST TO OPERATION POSITION 1. -
Page 16: Elevating Legrest: Adjust Calf Pad Position
ELEVATING LEGREST: ADJUST CALF PAD POSITION Calf pad position can be adjusted to five different points for ideal comfort: 1. Rotate the calf pad upward 45°; the calf pad will then be free to move between positions. 2. Slide calf pad to the preferred slot in the Calf Pad Height Adjustment Bracket (shown above). 3. -
Page 17: Recliner (525 Reclining Model Only)
RECLINER (525 RECLINING MODEL ONLY) ADJUSTING THE BACK ANGLE (525 RECLINING MODEL ONLY) 1. See picture above: to adjust the back angle, grasp both ends of push bar securely and simultaneously pull up on both release levers (use your hands to squeeze the end of push handles and release levers together). -
Page 18: Transporting The Gendron Regency 450 / 525
6 TRANSPORTING THE GENDRON REGENCY 450 / 525 WARNING: This wheelchair does not offer seating or occupant restraint equivalent to the seat provided in a motor vehicle! To increase your safety while traveling in a motor vehicle, always transfer to the vehicle seat and use the restraint provided by the vehicle manufacturer. -
Page 19: Maintenance
7 MAINTENANCE Protect your Gendron Regency 450 / 525 by having it serviced regularly. Proper care and maintenance are essential to keep your wheelchair in safe working condition. Periodic inspection, adjustment, and replacement of worn parts will provide many years of superb performance. -
Page 20: List Of Tools
LIST OF TOOLS (tools not included) 30 weight oil (available at most auto parts stores) Phillips screwdriver Soft cloth Mild soap and water solution The tools and cleaning supplies listed will assist in the following procedures: GENERAL CARE Always evaluate the overall operation of your wheelchair. It should function with ease and should travel straight without excessive drag or pull to one side. -
Page 21: Check Upholstery
CHECK UPHOLSTERY Check upholstery at least once a month. Inspect for rips, tears and worn spots. Ensure that all upholstery-attaching screws are present, properly aligned, and well-secured. Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten upholstery mounting screws. Check attaching screws for sharp edges or stripped screws, and replace if found. -
Page 22: Check Casters
CHECK CASTERS Check the caster stems for proper rotation at least every three months. The caster forks must swivel freely to facilitate steering and handling. Adjusting the stem nut varies the amount of force required to turn the caster. If the nut is too loose, the caster will flutter or shimmy; if too tight, the wheelchair will be difficult to steer. -
Page 23: Troubleshooting
8 TROUBLESHOOTING Continual use of your Regency 450 / 525 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. -
Page 24: Specifications
9 SPECIFICATIONS Specification Model 450 Standard 450 Recliner 525 Standard 525 Recliner Overall Depth 43.5" (110.5 cm) 52.5" (133.4 cm) 43.5" (110.5 cm) 52.5" (133.4 cm) Overall Height 37" (94.0 cm) 52.5" (133.4 cm) 37" (94.0 cm) 52.5" (133.4 cm) Overall Width 33", 35", 37", or 39"... -
Page 25: Limited Warranty
10 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. - Page 26 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...
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Page 27: Index
11 INDEX Limited warranty 25 Adjusting back angle 17 Adjustments 13 Maintenance 19 Anti-tippers, check 20 Arm, install 14 NOTICE statement, significance 3 Arm, remove 14 Arms 14 Opening the wheelchair (all models) 7 Arms, check 21 Ramps and Inclines 11 Backposts, check 21 Reaching / bending 10 Balance 9... - Page 28 +1 770.368.4700 Information contained herein is subject to change without notice. Manufactured By: The most current and complete product information can be found on our website. GF Health Products, Inc. www.gendroninc.com | www.grahamfield.com One Graham-Field Way, Atlanta, GA 30340 © 2022, GF Health Products, Inc. All Rights Reserved. GD_450-525-INS-LAB-RevB22 Gendron is a trademark of GF Health Products, Inc.
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