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EJ78X-1 Transport Chair
Operation Manual
EJ78X-1-INS-LAB-RevA10
© 2010 GF Health Products, Inc.
EJ78X-1 Transport Chair user and attendant:
Read this manual before operating the Transport Chair.
Save this manual for future reference.
The most current version of this manual can be found online at
www.grahamfield.com
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- Page 1 EJ78X-1 Transport Chair Operation Manual EJ78X-1-INS-LAB-RevA10 © 2010 GF Health Products, Inc. EJ78X-1 Transport Chair user and attendant: Read this manual before operating the Transport Chair. Save this manual for future reference. The most current version of this manual can be found online at www.grahamfield.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
WARNING: EJ78X-1 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 dealer, or technical representative before proceeding with the use of this product; otherwise personal injury or damage to your Transport Chair could result. -
Page 3: Introduction
1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing an Everest & Jennings product. We at Graham-Field wish to assure you ® of our continuing commitment to provide innovation and quality in our products. Important safety, operating, and maintenance instructions that warrant the attention of both user and at- tendant are included in this operation manual. -
Page 4: Important Safety Precautions
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING YOUR TRANSPORT CHAIR. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN PER- SONAL 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 ex- tremely important to learn and always use safe methods of performing basic daily activities. - Page 5 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. WARNING: Unauthorized modification or the use of non-Everest &...
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Page 6: Operation
3 OPERATION GETTING STARTED Please familiarize yourself with main components, identified in EJ78X-1 Transport Chair illustra- tion below. push handle back upholstery hand grip armpad positioning belt upper backpost carrying strap upper back release paddle / handle fixed arm lower backpost seat upholstery wheel lock crossbrace (with serial number label) footrest rear caster tipping lever frame front caster footplate front caster fork front caster socket OPERATE WHEEL LOCKS... -
Page 7: Handling Tips
HANDLING TIPS The Everest & Jennings EJ78X-1 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. -
Page 8: For Attendant: Tilting
FOR ATTENDANT: TILTING Tilting the Transport Chair backward is generally re- quired 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. - Page 9 For attendant: curb ascent facing forward 1. Ensure that the hand grips are securely fastened and do not turn or slip. 2. Stand behind the Transport Chair, holding the hand grips, facing the curb. 3. Advise the user that you will be tilting backward and remind the user to lean back.
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Page 10: Adjustments
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. -
Page 11: Footrest-Detachable, Swingaway
FOOTREST—DETACHABLE, SWINGAWAY WARNING: Do not stand on the footplates; this could cause the Transport Chair to tip. Remove footrest for transfer hinge (see picture at right) plate 1. Pull swingaway release lever toward front of Transport Chair and swing footrest outward. 2. -
Page 12: Transporting The Ej78X-1 Transport Chair
5 TRANSPORTING THE EJ78X-1 TRANSPORT CHAIR PREPARING THE EJ78X-1 FOR TRANSPORT WARNING: This Transport Chair 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 13 Store Transport Chair in car's back seat 1. Move the car's front seat as far forward as possible. 2. Holding the folded Transport Chair by the carrying straps, lift it into the car and place it on the back seat floorboard. Stow the footrests alongside. DO NOT put any articles on top of the Transport Chair.
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Page 14: Maintenance
6 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 prop- erly, contact your Graham-Field dealer immediately, as a potentially hazardous condition could result. -
Page 15: General Care
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 dealer knows your Transport Chair best when it comes to ser- vice and repairs. - Page 16 Check footrests Check footrests at least once a month. Inspect the locking mechanisms to confirm sure fit. Check for cracks, burrs, or sharp edges, and replace if found. Ensure that the footrest will auto- matically lock securely in place and will not accidentally unlock. Cleaning your Transport Chair Wipe off frame frequently, at least once a week, using a soft cloth.
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Page 17: Troubleshooting
7 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 solu- tion or unable to diagnose the problem, do not hesitate to ask your Graham-Field dealer for assistance. -
Page 18: Limited Warranty
8 LIMITED WARRANTY This warranty has been drafted to comply with the Federal Law applicable to products manufac- tured after July 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/consumer or dealer/non-consumer and to no other purchaser or transferee. GF Health Products, Inc. warrants the EJ78X-1 Transport Chair against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship as listed below: Sideframes and Crossbraces: One year... -
Page 19: Index
9 INDEX Adjustments 10 Warnings 4 WARNING statement, significance 3 Warranty, limited 18 Backposts, check 15 Wheel bearings, check 16 Balance 7 Wheel locks, operate 6 Caster stems, front, check 16 Caution statement, significance 3 Cleaning your Transport Chair 16 Crossbraces, adjust 10 Curb ascent facing backward (for attendant) 9 Curb ascent facing forward (for attendant) 9... - Page 20 Corporate Headquarters: GF Health Products, Inc. 2935 Northeast Parkway Atlanta, Georgia 30360 U.S.A. telephone: 800-347-5678, 770-447-1609 fax: 800-726-0601, 678-291-3232 www.grahamfield.com Made and Printed in China...
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