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Folding & Rigid Tilt Wheelchair
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NXTOM080511

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  • Page 1 Supplier: This manual must be given to the user/care giver of this wheelchair. Rider: Before using this wheelchair, Generation NEXT read this entire manual and save for future reference. Folding Rigid Pediatric & Adult Pediatric & Adult Folding & Rigid Tilt Wheelchair Operator’s Manual NXTOM080511...
  • Page 2 Freedom Designs, Inc. Freedom Designs, Inc. Generation NEXT...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Freedom Designs, Inc. wheelchair. These chairs combine state-of-the-art technology with durability and functionality to meet all of your changing needs. This Operating Manual provides you with a detailed guide for proper assembly as well as instructions on the care of your new wheelchair. Please follow the instructions carefully, paying special attention to the Safety Precaution section.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Wheel Locks Reduction of Risk of an Accident 3 Modifi ed Seating Systems Safety Checklist Upholstery Fabric Adjustments Initial Inspection Checklist Environmental Conditions Features - Folding Terrain Features - Rigid Street Use Unfolding the 18-19 Motor Vehicle Safety Folding the...

  • Page 5: General Warnings

    General Warnings Warnings and Caution statements included in this manual describe conditions and unsafe practices which might result in bodily injury or property damage. Read this entire manual before assembly or operation of this wheelchair. If you do not understand any of the instructions in this manual, call your authorized Freedom Designs, Inc.

  • Page 6: Environmental Conditions

    General Warnings Environmental Conditions Use extra care if you must ride your chair on a wet or slick surface. Ask for help, if you are in doubt. Contact with water or excess moisture may cause your chair to rust or corrode. This could cause your chair to fail.

  • Page 7: Assistance

    Warning: Falls & Tip Overs Assistance For the Rider: Everyone who helps you needs to read and follow all warnings and instructions that apply. For Attendants Work with the rider’s doctor, nurse or therapist to learn safe methods best suited to your abilities and those of the rider.

  • Page 8: Dressing Or Changing Clothes

    Warning: Falls & Tip Overs Dressing or Changing Clothes Your weight may shift if you dress or change clothes while seated in this chair. To reduce the risk of a fall or tip-over: Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible. This makes the chair more stable.

  • Page 9: Moving Backward

    Warning: Falls & Tip Overs c. Move your chair as close as you can to the object you wish to reach. d. Do not try to pick up an object from the fl oor by reaching down between your knees. You are less likely to tip if you reach to the side of your chair. e.

  • Page 10: Transfer

    Warning: Falls & Tip Overs We recommend: a. Width: At least four feet wide. b. Guardrails. To reduce the risk of a fall, sides of ramp must have guardrails (or raised borders at least three inches high). c. Slope. Not more than a 10% grade. d.

  • Page 11: Stairs And Escalators

    Warning: For Safe Use Stairs and Escalators 1. NEVER use this chair on stairs UNLESS you have someone to help you. Doing so is likely to cause a fall or tip-over. 2. Persons who help you should read and follow the warnings “For Attendants”, (page 6) and the “For Safe Use”, (pages 9-10).

  • Page 12: Climbing A Curb Or Single Step

    Warning: For Safe Use 3. While looking over your shoulder, carefully step back until you are off the curb or stair and standing on the lower level. 4. Pull the chair toward you until the large Drive wheels reach the edge of the curb or step.

  • Page 13: Maintenance

    Warning: Components & Options Maintenance 1. Inspect and maintain this chair strictly per instructions on page 34. 2. If you detect a problem, make sure to service or repair the chair before use. 3. At least once a year, have a complete inspection, safety check and service of your chair made by an authorized Freedom Designs, Inc.

  • Page 14: Fasteners

    Warning: For Safe Use 2. If you suffer from pressure sores, or if you are at risk that they will occur, you may need a special seating system or a device to control your posture. Consult your doctor, nurse, or therapist to fi nd out if you need such a device for your well-being.

  • Page 15: Power Drive

    Warning: For Safe Use Power Drive Freedom Designs, Inc. does not recommend the attachment of power drives to wheelchair. 1. The attachment of power drives to the wheelchair is considered a modifi cation or alteration to the frame, thus voiding the warranty. 2.

  • Page 16: Upholstery Fabric

    Freedom Designs, Inc. provider fi rst. 2. Use of a seating system not approved by Freedom Designs, Inc. may affect the folding mechanism of this chair. 3. Use of a seating system not approved by Freedom Designs, Inc. is prohibited for transportation use with Freedom Designs, Inc.

  • Page 17: Initial Inspection Checklist

    Initial Inspection Check List is shipped in the following fashion: The main frame with backposts, casters, tires, with quick release axles, armrests*, footplates or footboard and anti-tip tubes. (Refer to the Unfold instructions in this manual). Optional armrests would be attached to the backposts or solid seat insert. *Armrest might be optional, dependent upon frame.

  • Page 18: Features - Folding

    17. Axle Adjustment Plate 7. Swing Away Hanger 18. Folding Crossbraces (pop-up or latch style) 8. Solid Seat (optional) 19. Lifting / Folding Strap 9. Flip up Arm 20. Tilt Release Foot Pedal 10. Solid Back (optional) 21. Anti-tip Tube without Leverage Bar 11.

  • Page 19: Features - Rigid

    Features - Rigid 1. Wheel Lock 12. Backpost Release Trigger 2. Base Frame 13. Backpost Adjustment Plate 3. Caster Wheel 14. Anti-tip Tube with Leverage Bar 4. Caster Fork 15. 12” Mag Wheel 5. Height Adjustable Hanger Clamp 16. Axle Adjustment Plate 6.

  • Page 20: Unfolding The Nxt

    Unfolding the For ease of transporting and lifting, the can be easily unfolded and folded. Always engage the wheel locks by pushing forward or pulling back on the levers or engaging the foot lock before unfolding the chair. (see page 27). 1.
  • Page 21 Unfolding the 4. Attach Footrest Hangers (See pages 22-23) Note: The can be folded and unfolded while the footrest hangers are attached. 5. Flip down the footplates or attach the footboard and place in the “down” position. (See pages 24-25) 6.

  • Page 22: Folding The Nxt

    Folding the Always engage the wheel locks by pushing forward or pulling back on the levers or engaging the foot lock before unfolding the . (see page 27). 1. Flip up the individual footplates or remove the footboard. (See pages 24-25).
  • Page 23 Note: Use the provided nylon strap to fold the chair. Be careful not to place your fingers between the folding crossbrace. 7. Disengage wheel lock, push the quick release axle button and pull wheel off of the frame. Freedom Designs, Inc.

  • Page 24: Main Frame

    Main Frame Latch Style Swing Away Hangers frames ship standard with swing- away hangers in 75° or 90° 1. To swing away the hanger, place your fi nger tip on the inside of the hanger release lever. 2. Pull outward on the lever (away from the chair).

  • Page 25: Pop-Up Hangers

    Main Frame Pop-Up Removable Hangers frames my be shipped with optional pop-up hangers in 75° or 90°. 1. To remove the hanger, place your hand on the hanger release lever. 75° hanger 90° hanger 2. Pull back on the lever towards the chair. This will enable the hanger to pop-up and swing away for ease of transfer.

  • Page 26: Flip-Up Individual Footplates

    Main Frame Flip-up Individual Footplates is shipped with individual fl ip-up footplates attached or a solid footboard unattached. Adjustment of the individual fl ip-up footplates are as follows: To adjust the height of the footplate : 1. Remove the nylon lock nut on the back side of the hanger.

  • Page 27: Angle Adjustable Footboard

    Main Frame Angle Adjustable Footboard 1. To attach the footboard to the frame, place the footboard clamps on the frame. Set the clamps at the desired height. Insert the receiver into the clamps and tighten the 2 hex head screws on each side. 2.

  • Page 28: Quick Release Axles

    Main Frame Quick Release Axle* is equipped with double lock quick release axles that release with the push of a button. This double lock quick release mechanism allows the rear wheels to be easily removed for transportation or storage. To remove the rear wheel: 1.

  • Page 29: Fixed Height, Removable

    Main Frame Dual Post Fixed Height Armrest 1. To remove the armrest, lift the release lever at the front of the seat frame and lift the arm out of the arm receiver tubes. 2. To replace the arm, insert the arm into the receiver tubes and rotate the release lever to the downward position.

  • Page 30: Folding Back

    Main Frame Folding Back come standard with a folding back. 1. To fold the back down, pull upward on the trigger while pushing backposts forward toward seat. 2. To place the backpost to the upright position, pull backposts up until trigger snaps into place.

  • Page 31: Leverage Bar Operation

    Main Frame Back Cane Lever Release Procedure Rearward Tilt 1. Engage wheel locks. 2. To activate the tilt on the using the optional back cane mounted lever , grip the push handles with both hands while also gripping the release lever. Squeeze the lever and hold while rotating the push handles downward.

  • Page 32: Tilt Cable Adjustment

    Adjustments Tilt Cable Adjustment At least one end of each cable will have a Threaded End Jam Nut threaded end fi tting, adjust nut & jam nut. Fitting If the seat tilt locks do not release when the foot pedal or hand lever is depressed, loosen the jam nut and adjust the threaded end fi...

  • Page 33: Caster Fork Adjustments

    Adjustments Adjustable Height Flip Back Armrest To adjust the arm height, flip the release lever (under the front of the arm pad) to the horizontal position. Slide the arm upward to the desired location. Flip the release lever back to the vertical position. Caster Fork Adjustment Interchanging casters can easily be done with dual hole caster forks.

  • Page 34: Rear Axle Adjustments

    Adjustments Rear Axle Adjustment The position of the rear axle is the most critical adjustment on the wheelchair. The center of gravity and the seat height position are all determined by the axle adjustment. Warning: Your healthcare professional should assist you in adjusting the axle position.

  • Page 35: Pelvic Belt Installation & Use

    Adjustments Pelvic Belt Installation 1. Remove the pelvic belt and component from packaging. 2. Inspect the belt and hardware to ensure that there are no missing or damaged parts. 3. (2-point belts) Locate the rear most hole in the seat frame tube of the wheelchair.

  • Page 36: Cleaning

    Checklist & Storage Cleaning It is important for optimum performance to clean and maintain your We recommend that the frame fi nish be cleaned with mild soap and water. Maintenance 1. In order to operate the properly and safely, routine maintenance will extend the life and effi...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting wheelchairs leave the factory inspected and adjusted for immediate use, (aside from the unfolding procedure). This troubleshooting chart offers some suggestions regarding the use of your wheelchair. Some areas may require more investiga- tion to fi nd the most suitable solution for a specifi c problem. A complete inspection, safety check, and servicing should be made by an authorized provider at least once a year.

  • Page 38: Summary

    4. Attach hangers 5. Push footplates down or attach the footboard. 6. Adjust anti-tip tubes to the downward or rearward position. Folding the 1. Flip up the individual footplates or remove the solid footboard. 2. Remove footrest hangers. 3. Fold up or remove armrests.

  • Page 39: Warranty

    Warranty Freedom Designs, Inc. Limited Warranty PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH U.S. FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. THIS WARRANTY IS EXTENDED ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER/USER WHO PURCHASES THIS PRODUCT WHEN NEW AND UNUSED DIRECTLY FROM FREEDOM DESIGNS OR AN AUTHORIZED DEALER OR DISTRIBUTOR.
  • Page 40 FREEDOM DESIGNS, INC. 2241 Madera Rd. Simi Valley, CA. 93065 800-331-8551 Fax 888-582-1509 www.freedomdesigns.com...

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