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- Page 1 • Cruiser • EZ Rider • Scout • Lite Rider • CruisAire • Convertible • C2000 • Safari Tilt • Metro • EZ Rider Planar • Cruiser Planar • Convertible Planer READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING SAVE THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE...
- Page 2 Convaid, Inc. Use only Convaid accessories and parts on Convaid products. Convaid parts are not interchangeable with other manufacturers’ products. Replace any worn parts immediately.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Setting Up Unfolding Cruiser and EZ Rider Models .....1 Mounting Convertible wheels ......2 Folding Cruiser Models - Cruiser/CruisAire/Scout/Metro/C2000 . -
Page 4: Unpacking The Chair
4. Press down firmly on seat tubes to ensure the chair is completely unfolded. Fig. 3 5. Lock rear lock brace. For all Cruiser Models: Use foot and push down on lower rear brace until it locks into a straight position. Fig. 4 Fig.1... -
Page 5: Mounting Convertible Wheels
SETTING UP Fig.5a Fig.5b Fig.6a Fig.6b Mounting Convertible Large Wheels 1. To install wheels, lift frame at rear legs. 2. Depress button on quick release axle. 3. Push wheel axle into the axle housing on frame until a click is heard. Fig. 7 Caution: Pull wheel in opposite direction of attachment to ensure... -
Page 6: Folding Cruiser Models - Cruiser/Cruisaire/Scout/Metro/C2000
CONVAID USER’S GUIDE Cruiser Models • Cruiser • CruisAire • Scout • Metro • C2000 Folding 1. Unlock rear brace by pushing up on center of brace. Fig. 8 2. Swing footrests to the side, grasp one handle and pull on seat fabric or seat tube with other hand. -
Page 7: Folding Ez Rider Models - Ez Rider/Lite Rider/Convertible
EZ RIDER / CONVERTIBLE / LITE RIDER EZ Rider Models • EZ Rider • Lite Rider • Convertible Folding 1. Flip footplates to side. 2. Flip back armrests. 3. Unlock brace by pushing in pin and sliding tube to the right or left. -
Page 8: Three-Point Positioning Belt
CONVAID USER’S GUIDE Fitting Guide Convaid’s lightweight, folding chairs are designed to be more than just a convenient chair. Order the correct size chair by first determining the user’s height, weight and seating measurements. Properly-fitted, Convaid chairs will provide years of comfortable use. -
Page 9: H-Harness With Padded Covers
FITTING GUIDE H-Harness with Padded Covers Shoulder pads for the H- H-harness shoulder straps help the user harness are standard. The retain upright trunk position. To adjust, pads come equipped with insert the bolt at the end of the strap Velcro®... -
Page 10: Depth Adjustable Crotch Strap
CONVAID USER’S GUIDE Depth Adjustable Crotch Strap The crotch strap can be adjusted by threading strap through desired slot. Fig. 20 Fig.20 Two-piece Seat The lower seat panel is attached to the back panel with Velcro®. It is used to... -
Page 11: Seat Back Height
However, the chair should not be too wide or the user will slide around and posture could be affected. The seat width measure- ment for Cruiser, Scout and Metro is taken from the inside of the armrest tubes. Fig. 26 Fig.25... -
Page 12: Footplate Adjustment
Footplates swing away for access or folding. For Safari Tilt footplate adjustment, see page 27. Fig.27 For Metro 12, 14, 16, For Cruiser, Metro 18, and CruisAire: Convertible, Scout and all EZ Rider models: Unbolt footplate bracket, move footplate up or down,... -
Page 13: Seat-To-Footplate Height Adjustment
In the event that the footplate height adjustment described on the previous page is inadequate, additional adjustments can be made. (For Metro 18, Cruiser, Convertible, Scout, EZ Rider and Lite Rider only) 1. Pull out metal pin and remove the footplate extension tube from the frame. -
Page 14: Footplate Depth Adjustment
CONVAID USER’S GUIDE Footplate Depth Adjustment All Cruiser, EZ Rider, Convertible, Scout, and Safari Tilt chairs offer adjustable footplate depth. Use the hex wrench to loosen the two bolts located on the top of the foot- plate. Slide footplate forward or rearward to desired depth. Retighten bolts. -
Page 15: Additional Supports: Swing-Away Lateral Support-Single Flap
FITTING GUIDE Additional Supports Convaid offers a wide variety of supports to help properly position the user. Note: Convaid’s chairs provide a semi-contour fit around the body. The user must be fitted correctly into the chair to achieve optimal posture and comfort. -
Page 16: Full Torso Swing-Away Vest Support
CONVAID USER’S GUIDE Full Torso Swing-Away Support Vest Adjustable support vest keeps user in place comfortably and securely. Helps maintain midline seating position and prevent forward slump- ing. The vest is attached to the chair with straps that wrap around the seat back and connect with Velcro®, and shoulder straps that... -
Page 17: Cutback Seat-1" And 2
FITTING GUIDE Cutback Seat - 1” and 2” For the smaller child, a 1” or 2” cutback seat may be more comfortable and help achieve proper seating. It is available in standard or reinforced seat and must be special ordered. Not available on the Safari Tilt or Metro chairs. -
Page 18: Padded Headwings
Fig.49 Fig.50 Foam Wedge Use the foam wedge to modify seating or positioning or to correct posture in any Convaid chair. Fig. 51, 52, 53 & 54 Fig.54 Fig.51 Fig.52 Fig.53... -
Page 19: Angle Adjustable Footplates
FITTING GUIDE Angle Adjustable Footplates Angle adjustable footplates can be moved fore and aft, sideways, and rotated vertically and horizontally. To adjust the angle, loosen the bolts on the footplate and move to desired position. Retighten the bolts. Fig. 55 - Fig. 59 Fig.57 Fig.56 Fig.55... -
Page 20: Upper Extremity Support Surface (Tray)
Upper Extremity Support Surface (Tray) For all Cruiser and Scout: Tilt front of tray upward and insert hook under the bolt or the plastic knob. Lower the tray so that the bent portion of the support rod locks over the armrest tube. -
Page 21: Headrest Cover (Canopy)
ACCESSORIES Headrest Cover (Canopy) Note: 1. Move rubber spacers to Partially adjust height of the canopy. fold chair 2. Insert canopy rod into before tube located on seat back installing (or headrest extension if canopy. being used). Fig. 69 Fig.69 Unfolding/Folding Canopy: 2. -
Page 22: Anti-Tip Tubes
CONVAID USER’S GUIDE Rear Anti-tip Tubes Removable anti-tip tubes prevent chair from tipping. To attach, remove the bolt near the open end of the anti-tip tube. Slide the anti-tip tube over the short tube that is located next to the rear tire. Fig. 71 Align the holes on the anti-tip tube and the short tube and insert the bolt from the side away from the tire. -
Page 23: Bus Transport Models
3-point occupant restraint system in accordance with SAE J2249. 3. The wheelchair tie-down straps are to be securely attached from the vehicle floor points to anchor points on the chair. All Convaid anchors are clearly identified by their red color. -
Page 24: Fabric Removal
PO Box 9435 Trenton, NJ 08650 Q’Straint, Sure-Lok, Unwin and Ortho Safe specialize in crash-tested tie-down sys- tems and are in no way associated with Convaid, Inc. Miscellaneous Fabric Removal Partially fold the chair to relieve fabric tension (see fold instructions on page 3). -
Page 25: Locking And Unlocking
WHEEL LOCKS Wheel Locks Locking and Unlocking Convaid manufactures two types of wheel locks: hand operated and foot operated. Check to see which type of wheel locks are on your chair. Hand Wheel Locks Foot Wheel Locks Fig.78 Locked Fig.80 Locked To lock, use foot to press the To lock, pull down on handle. -
Page 26: Wheel Lock Adjustment
CONVAID USER’S GUIDE Wheel Lock Adjustment Set wheel locks to locked position. Push chair with light pressure on the rear wheels. If wheel rotates, adjust tension by turning the adjustment nut until wheels no longer rotate while locked. Fig. 82... -
Page 27: Safari Tilt Adjustments
SAFARI TILT Safari Tilt Unfolding 1. Release closure strap. 2. Raise legrests until they click into position. 3. Stand chair on wheels. Grasp one handle and push down on the opposite seat tube. Fig. 84 4. Press down firmly on seat tubes to ensure the chair is completely unfolded. - Page 28 CONVAID USER’S GUIDE Folding Important: The Safari Tilt must be fully upright before folding or you may damage the chair. 1. Bring the chair to the most upright position. Fig. 87 2. Remove seat cushion and flip up armrests. 3. Swing footplates to the side. Fig. 88 (Note: one-piece footplate must be removed from chair before folding.)
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Page 29: Tilt And Recline
SAFARI TILT 6. Lean chair backward on rear wheels and push on front legs to complete fold. Fig. 91 For best results, have front casters in trailing position. Fold footrest Fig.91 down. Fig. 92 7. Fasten closure strap. Caution: Keep fingers free of folding mechanism. - Page 30 CONVAID USER’S GUIDE Seat-to-Back Angle Adjustment Partially fold the chair to relieve fabric tension. To change, remove bolt and remount the seat tube using the hole provided in the seat back tube. 90°- lower hole 95°- upper hole Fig. 94...
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Page 31: Seat Depth Adjustment
SAFARI TILT Seat Depth Adjustment Remove bolt from adjustment hole and slide telescoping seat tube to desired position, refasten bolt. Fig. 97 Note: Do not over tighten. Fig. 97 Armrest Height Adjustment Adjustable height, pivot armrests are optional on the Safari Tilt basic, anatomic, and transit models. -
Page 32: Planar Adjustments
CONVAID USER’S GUIDE Planar Seat and Back • Cruiser Attaching Planar Seat To attach the solid planar seat: 1. First remove the fabric seat by first detaching it from the Velcro pad on the back of the chair. Fig. 100 2. - Page 33 PLANAR SEAT AND BACK 5. Facing the chair, tip the planar seat down at a 45-degree angle toward the seat back, with the support bars touching the frame of the chair. Fig. 104 6. Push gently until the support bars go beyond the frame of the chair as shown.
- Page 34 CONVAID USER’S GUIDE • EZ Rider • Convertible Attaching Planar Seat To attach the solid planar seat: 1. Velcro the solid seat onto the fabric seat. Fig. 109 2. On each side, wrap the straps attached to the seat around the chair frame and buckle. Fig. 110 Fig.110...
- Page 35 PLANAR SEAT AND BACK Planar Back Adjustments - Cruiser, EZ Rider and Convertible Adjust seat back height by removing/adding sections. To remove a section: 1. Using an Allen wrench, remove the bottom set of screws on the lower mounting plate on the back of the unit.
- Page 36 CONVAID USER’S GUIDE Planar Positioning Options H-harness with Padded Covers H-harness shoulder straps help the user retain upright trunk position. To reposition the H-harness: Remove the Planar Back from chair. Remove the H-harness by unscrewing it from the back. Fig. 117 Reposition the H-harness straps by placing the screw through the grommet hole on each strap and screwing it into the appropriate hole on the planar back.
- Page 37 PLANAR POSITIONING OPTIONS Adjustable Firm Lateral Thoracic Supports Firm laterals provide solid support for positioning the trunk. The lateral supports can be set in 3 positions: 1. Outermost Position: Laterals are installed at the furthest point outwards – as shipped. Fig. 119 2.
- Page 38 Headwings on the EZ Rider and Convertible. Note: All other positioning options and accessories are utilized on the planar seating system the same way as on the standard Cruiser and EZ Riders. See front of User Guide Fig.129 for detailed information.
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Page 39: Operating And Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Important Information Maintenance, Operating & Safety Instructions • READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT • ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • SAVE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE CAUTION: • For increased safety, the seat belt should be used at all times. •... - Page 40 Tiedown and Occupant Restrain System (WTORS) following the requirements of SAE J2249. Follow tie-down harness manufacturer’s instructions carefully and refer to Convaid’s ‘Transit Guide’ for specifics. • When going up a curb or step, face forward and tilt the chair back to lift the front wheels over the curb.
- Page 41 5. User Maintenance The following maintenance procedures should be conducted on a regular basis: Examine your Convaid product visually from time to time for possible wear and tear. Lubricant* should be applied to frame and moving parts to maintain easy folding and adjustment.
- Page 42 Armrests & foam • Frame • Mechlock* Contacting a Convaid representative • for service or repair*** * Use a non-toxic, hypoallergenic lubricant for all moving parts of the frame ** Follow cleaning instructions for appropriate user hygiene *** NOTE: Repair or replacement of non-removable, worn or broken parts must be performed by a qualified service facility.
- Page 43 Before extended storage periods, and before reuse, the entire chair needs to be serviced, cleaned and disinfected. 8. Reuse Your Convaid chair should undergo a wipe-down disinfection before reuse. Please use a non-toxic, biodegradable disinfectant solution suitable for sur- face disinfection.
- Page 44 CONVAID USER’S GUIDE 9. Repairs User: The user can replace easily removable parts or accessories, e.g. foot- plates and footrest assemblies, heel loops, all fabric items, hand grips, etc. Manufacturer/Service Facility: Repair or replacement of permanently attached, worn or broken parts must be performed by a qualified service facil- ity.
- Page 45 IMPORTANT INFORMATION 12. Functional Tests All four wheels should make contact with the floor. With the chair empty, push it forward on a smooth level surface with enough momentum to travel six feet (2 m). The chair should not veer to the left or right more than six inches (15 cm).
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Page 48: Warranty
Limited Lifetime Warranty Convaid warrants to the original retail purchaser of the Convaid product, that if any part thereof proves functionally defective in material or workmanship within the specified warranty period, such defective part will be repaired or replaced (at Convaid’s discretion) free of charge.
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May I order replacement tires for Convaid Cruiser CX 14 Rear 11.5"x2" quick release solid tires and Front 7.5"x2" solid tires directly from Convaid? (Front and rear have same criss cross type tread).