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CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS
Safety Inspections and Maintenance
Ensures wheelchair is in proper working condition through regular checks and maintenance.
Acclimating to Your New Chair
Guidance for new users to adapt to the chair's unique handling characteristics.
Weight Limitation
Specifies the maximum weight limit for the wheelchair and user to ensure safe operation.
Preventing Accidents and Injuries
Essential practices and training for safe wheelchair operation and hazard avoidance.
Changing/Adjusting Your Wheelchair
Precautions when altering wheelchair configuration to avoid tip-overs or component damage.
Environmental Factors
Advice on riding in wet, icy, or slick conditions and material care instructions.
Street Use
Guidelines for safe and legal use of the wheelchair on streets and public areas.
Terrain
Information on suitable surfaces and hazards to avoid on rough terrain.
Motor Vehicle Safety
Prohibits using the wheelchair as seating in moving vehicles; emphasizes safe transfer.
Weight Training
Warning against using the chair for weight training due to center of gravity shifts.
Obtaining Assistance
Instructions for users and attendants to ensure safe assistance and transfers.
Standing on Your Chair
Strict prohibition against standing on the wheelchair to prevent falls and injuries.
Learning to Do a “Wheelie”
Discourages wheelies but provides safety steps if attempted, with disclaimers.
Climbing a Curb or Single Step
Procedures and warnings for safely climbing or descending curbs and steps with assistance.
Climbing a Flight of Stairs
Strongly advises against climbing stairs, but provides steps if unavoidable with multiple assistants.
Descending a Curb or Single Step
Procedures and warnings for safely descending curbs and steps with assistance.
Descending a Flight of Stairs
Strongly advises against descending stairs, but provides steps if unavoidable with multiple assistants.
Center of Gravity—Stability and Balance
Explains how chair adjustments affect stability and the risk of tipping.
Transferring In and Out of Your Wheelchair
Highlights transfers as a high-risk activity and provides rules for safe execution.
Dressing/Undressing in Your Chair
Precautions for dressing/undressing to maintain stability and prevent falls.
Bending/Leaning/Reaching
Guidelines to avoid falling or tipping when bending, reaching, or leaning.
Moving Backward
Warnings and precautions for propelling backward due to reduced visibility and tipping risk.
Wheelies
Discourages wheelies but provides safety steps if attempted, with disclaimers.
Obstacles
Advice on safely navigating uneven surfaces, thresholds, and other obstacles.
Curbs/Steps
Strong warnings about curbs/steps and requirements for assistance and skill.
Hills/Slopes/Ramps
Guidance on safely navigating slopes, hills, and ramps, emphasizing stability.
Stairs
Requires multiple assistants and understanding of procedures for stair negotiation.
Escalators
Strictly prohibits use of escalators for safety.
Assistants and Attendants
Instructions for assistants to understand manual and provide safe support.
Anti-Tips
Explains the function, proper use, and importance of anti-tip devices for preventing backward tips.
Seat Slings/Cushions
Addresses pressure sore prevention and proper seating system selection.
Upholstery Fabric
Care and inspection of upholstery to prevent failure and ensure safety.
Seating Systems
Precautions when adding seating systems, affecting balance and stability.
Positioning or Seat Belts
Guidance on proper use of positioning belts to prevent injury and ensure correct fit.
Armrests
Warnings against using armrests for lifting the chair, emphasizing proper frame lifting.
Footrests/Hangers
Precautions regarding footrest ground clearance and avoiding lifting by footrests.
Rear Wheels
Explains how rear wheel position affects balance and the importance of professional setup.
Axles
Ensures axles are locked properly to prevent wheel detachment and falls.
Pneumatic Tires
Importance of proper tire inflation for safety and chair performance.
Rear Wheel Locks
Instructions on proper use and function of wheel locks, emphasizing they are not brakes.
Caster Pin Locks
Guidance on proper engagement of caster pin locks for stability.
Push Handles
Importance of secure push handles for attendants and correct lifting practices.
Fasteners
Using correct fasteners and regular inspection to prevent component failure.
Power Drive
Warnings on power drive systems affecting balance and frame compatibility.
Unauthorized Parts and Accessories
Recommends using only authorized parts to maintain safety and warranty.
CHAPTER 2: SAFETY INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING
Safety Inspections and Maintenance
Outlines required safety inspections for the wheelchair and maintenance schedule.
Cleaning
Procedures for cleaning the wheelchair frame, upholstery, and moving parts.
Axles and Moving Parts
Instructions for cleaning and lubricating axles and other moving components.
Storage
Guidelines for storing the wheelchair properly to prevent damage.
Troubleshooting
Common issues and their solutions for wheelchair operation and adjustments.
CHAPTER 3: FOOTRESTS
Safe Tread
Instructions for applying self-adhesive Safe Tread for slip resistance on footrests.
Titanium Footrests (ZRA & Aero Z)
Adjusting height and replacing ZRA and Aero Z titanium footrests.
Angle Adjustable Footrests
Adjusting angle, height, and replacing angle adjustable footrests.
Flip-Back Footrests
Adjusting angle and height/replacing flip-back footrests.
Calf Straps
Information on buckle and velcro adjustable calf straps for foot support.
CHAPTER 4: BACKRESTS and PUSH HANDLES
Folding Adjustable Height & Angle Backrests
Folding, unfolding, and adjusting the backrest mount for proper function.
Backrest Angle and Height Adjustment
Procedures for changing backrest angle and adjusting backrest height.
Replacing Backrests
Step-by-step instructions for removing and installing backrests.
Folding Adjustable Depth, Height & Angle Backrests
Instructions for adjusting the depth of the backrest.
Push Handles
Mounting and removing bolt-on and adjustable height push handles.
CHAPTER 5: ARMRESTS
Swing Away Armrests
Operating, adjusting angle/height, and replacing swing away armrests.
Desk Arms
Adjusting height, removing, and replacing desk armrests.
Swing Away Flip-Back Armrests
Operating and adjusting swing away flip-back armrests.
CHAPTER 6: SIDE GUARDS
Cloth Side Guards
Procedures for removing and replacing cloth side guards.
Rigid/Quad Removable Side Guards
Using, adjusting, removing, and reinstalling rigid and quad removable side guards.
Fold-Down Rigid Side Guards
Using, removing, and reinstalling fold-down rigid side guards.
Fendered/Adjustable Fendered Side Guards
Using, adjusting, and mounting fendered side guards.
CHAPTER 7: BACK UPHOLSTERY, SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSHIONS
Back Upholstery
Adjusting tension and replacing velcro/strap adjustable back upholstery.
Seat Upholstery
Adjusting tension and replacing tension adjustable bolt-on seat slings.
Seat Cushions
Instructions for replacing the foam insert in TiLite seat cushions.
Seat Belts
Installation, adjustment, safety check, and maintenance of seat belts.
CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT)
Standard Camber Mounts Adjustments
Adjusting rear seat height and center of gravity with camber mounts.
Replacing the Camber Tube
Procedure for removing and installing a new camber tube.
Adjusting Toe-In/Toe-Out
Steps to adjust toe-in/toe-out for rear wheels for proper alignment.
CHAPTER 9: AXLES
Quick-Release Axles
Adjusting play, removing, and replacing quick-release axles.
Quad Quick-Release Axles
Adjusting the quad quick-release handle and axle play.
CHAPTER 10: WHEEL LOCKS
Compact Push to Lock
Adjusting and replacing compact push-to-lock wheel locks.
Compact Pull to Lock
Adjusting and replacing compact pull-to-lock wheel locks.
Compact Scissor Lock
Adjusting and replacing compact scissor lock wheel locks.
Uni-Lock Wheel Locks
Adjusting, replacing, changing handle position, and repositioning Uni-Lock handles.
Aluminum Scissor Lock
Adjusting and replacing aluminum scissor lock wheel locks.
CHAPTER 11: CASTERS and FORKS
Standard Forks
Replacing casters/forks, adjusting front seat height, fixing floating casters.
Slipstream Single-Sided Forks
Replacing casters/forks, adjusting front seat height.
Frog Legs®
Replacing casters, elastomer shock, forks, and adjusting caster angle.
CHAPTER 12: REAR WHEELS
Quick-Release Axles
Removing and replacing quick-release axles.
Quad Quick-Release Axles
Removing and replacing quad quick-release axles.
Handrims
Information on handrim replacement procedures.
Pneumatic Tires and Tubes
Instructions for replacing pneumatic tires and tubes.
Solid Tires
Information on solid tire replacement procedures.
Rear Wheel Spacers
Adjusting rear wheel spacing using spacers.
CHAPTER 13: ANTI-TIPS
Rear Anti-Tips
Adjusting, mounting, and removing rear anti-tips for safety.
User-Friendly Anti-Tips
Engaging, disengaging, adjusting, removing, and mounting user-friendly anti-tips.
Front Roller
Procedures for removing the front roller assembly.
CHAPTER 14: TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS
Transportation Options Overview
Information on Transit Tie-Down and Wheelchair Transport Options.
General Transportation Warnings & Guidelines
Warnings on using wheelchair in vehicles, proper equipment, and avoiding improper use.
Positioning and Securing the Wheelchair
How to position and secure the wheelchair in a vehicle for transport.
Securing the Occupant and Restraint Belts
Proper use and positioning of occupant restraint systems for safety.
Seating Options and Warranty
Approved seating options and warranty modifications for transit use.
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