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EJ777-2 Bariatric Transport Chair
Operation Manual
EJ777-2-INS-LAB-RevA10
© 2010 GF Health Products, Inc.
EJ777-2 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 EJ777-2 Bariatric Transport Chair Operation Manual EJ777-2-INS-LAB-RevA10 © 2010 GF Health Products, Inc. EJ777-2 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: EJ777-2 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;... -
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 attendant are included in this operation manual. -
Page 4: Statements Of Significance
STATEMENTS OF SIGNIFICANCE Please note the following special statements, used throughout this manual, and their significance: Note: Provides application recommendations or other useful information to ensure that you get the most from your product. CAUTION: Indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice that, if not avoided, could result in minor personal injury or product/property damage. -
Page 5: Important Safety Precautions
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING YOUR EJ777-2 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 of performing basic daily activities. - Page 6 WARNING: Doing a "wheelie" (tilting the Transport Chair backward until it reaches its balance point) is dangerous and could result in personal injury to the user. WARNING: Do not stand or step on the footplates while transferring to or from your Transport Chair.
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Page 7: Operation
3 OPERATION COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Please familiarize yourself with main components, identified in EJ777-2 Transport Chair illustration below. back upholstery push handle hand grip upper back post armpad positioning belt carrying strap lower grip, attendant wheel lock seat upholstery crossbrace (with serial tipping lever number label) footrest rear wheel footplate caster socket frame caster fork caster wheel EJ777-2-INS-LAB-RevA10 • EJ777-2 Transport Chair... -
Page 8: Handling Tips
HANDLING TIPS The Everest & Jennings EJ777-2 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 9: For Attendant: Tilting
Transfer Activities WARNING: Always ensure that the Transport Chair is on a stable, level surface and engage the wheel locks before transfer. WARNING: Do not step on the footplates; this could cause the Transport Chair to tip. Fold them up, and either detach them, or swing them aside. WARNING: There is a critical moment when there is little or no seat platform beneath you. -
Page 10: Ramps And Inclines
RAMPS AND INCLINES WARNING: During descent, the footplates' lowest point should be no closer to the ground than 2 inches to permit proper clearance. 1 /2 WARNING: Do not attempt any incline or decline of more than 6 degrees (10% grade, or one foot of rise or fall per ten feet of ramp length). - Page 11 For attendant: curb ascent facing forward 1. If equipped with anti-tippers, remove them temporarily. 2. Ensure that the hand grips are securely fas- tened and do not turn or slip. 3. Stand behind the Transport Chair, holding the hand grips, facing the curb. 4.
- Page 12 For attendant: curb descent 1. If equipped with anti-tippers, remove them temporarily. 2. Ensure that the hand grips are securely fas- tened and do not turn or slip. 3. Stand behind the Transport Chair, holding the hand grips, with your back to the curb. 4.
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Page 13: Adjustments
4 ADJUSTMENTS The EJ777-2 Transport Chair offers several adjustments to make it easier and more comfortable to operate. Section 7, 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 recom- mended methods;... -
Page 14: Arm
Rotate arm up for transfer (see pictures below) To rotate the arm backward for transfer: 1. Rotate the release lever down. 2. Hold arm by the front post and rotate it up and back. front post front post receptacle release release lever lever... -
Page 15: 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 lower hinge pin (see picture at right) release lever 1. Pull swingaway release lever toward front of Transport Chair and swing footrest outward. lower 2. -
Page 16: Attendant Wheel Locks
ATTENDANT WHEEL LOCKS WARNING: Wheel locks are not brakes. Do not use the wheel locks to slow down the Transport Chair, or while the Transport Chair is moving. Wheel locks are only intend- ed to keep the Transport Chair in place when it is at a complete stop. For attendant: attendant wheel locks, temporary lock The attendant wheel locks can be push handle... -
Page 17: Transporting The Ej777-2 Transport Chair
5 TRANSPORTING THE EJ777-2 TRANSPORT CHAIR PREPARING THE EJ777-2 FOR TRANSPORT WARNING: This Transport Chair does not offer seating or occupant restraint equiva- lent 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 18 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 19: Maintenance
6 MAINTENANCE Protect your E&J EJ777-2 Transport Chair by having it serviced regularly. Proper care and maintenance are essential to keep your Transport Chair in safe working condi- tion. 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 dealer immediately, as a potentially hazardous condition could result. -
Page 20: General Care
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Procedure Perform at least every Week month 3 months 6 months Check tire wear ✔ Check wheel lock engagement ✔ Check anti-tippers (optional) ✔ Wipe off frame with soft cloth ✔ Check handgrips ✔ Check upholstery ✔ Check rear wheel adjustment ✔ Check arms ✔ Check backposts / push handles ✔ Check footrests ✔ Clean frame with soap and water ✔ Check caster stem rotation ... - Page 21 Check wheel lock engagement Check wheel lock engagement at least once a week. If a wheel lock is worn or dam- aged, have your Graham-Field dealer replace it immediately. Inspect the hardware for looseness or signs of wear. Ensure that the locking mechanism operates smoothly. The locking assembly should be tight enough so that the wheel can not rotate or the lock slip.
- Page 22 Check arms Check arms at least once a month. Inspect for sharp edges or cracks which could weaken the arm, and replace if found. Ensure that all attaching screws are present and tight. Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten arm pad mounting screws. Check for burrs on the screw heads and replace if found.
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Page 23: 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 solution or unable to diagnose the problem, do not hesitate to ask your Graham-Field dealer for assistance. -
Page 24: Specifications
8 SPECIFICATIONS The Everest & Jennings EJ777-2 Transport Chair has the following parameters: Seat width 24 inches (61 cm) Seat depth 18 inches (45.7 cm) Seat to floor height inches (52.1 cm) Back height 18 inches (45.7 cm) Overall length inches (82.6 cm) not including footrests inches (99.7 cm) Overall height... -
Page 25: Limited Warranty
9 LIMITED WARRANTY This warranty has been drafted to comply with the Federal Law applicable to prod- ucts manufactured after July 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/consumer or dealer/non-consumer and to no other purchaser or trans- feree. - Page 26 warranty shall also not apply to products modified without GF Health Products, Inc.’s express written consent; nor shall it apply if parts not manufactured by GF Health Products, Inc., or if parts not complying with original equipment specifica- tions are added to GF Health Products, Inc. products; or if the product or part is serviced by an entity not authorized by GF Health Products, Inc.
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Page 27: Index
10 INDEX Adjustments 13 Ramps and Inclines 10 Anti-tippers, check 21 Rear wheel adjustment, check 21 Arm, adjustment 14 Rear wheels, adjust 13 Arm, rotate backward 14 Arm, rotate forward 14 Safety precautions 5 Arms, check 22 Specifications 24 Attendant wheel locks, adjust 16 Tires, check 20 Backposts, check 22 Tools, for maintenance, list 20... - Page 28 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 Made and Printed in China www.grahamfield.com...
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