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Handicare Cirrus 4 User Manual

Handicare Cirrus 4 User Manual

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Cirrus 4 User Manual MB3170-GB...

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Cirrus 4 in brief Cirrus 4 was developed with special consideration for the fact that users have different needs and wishes, whether the chair is to be used simply as a comfort wheelchair or will be driven by the user.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ...................2 Contents ..................3 Wheelchair parts................4 Assembly ..................6 Using the wheelchair ..............8 Adjusting the wheelchair ............17 Positioning belt ................24 Safety ...................25 Safety in cars ................27 Maintenance ................30 Technical specifications ............33 Labelling ..................35 Accessories ................36 Guarantee ..................38 MB3170-GB...

  • Page 4: Wheelchair Parts

    The equipment on your wheelchair may vary slightly from that shown in Figures 1 and 2. If Cirrus 4 has been set up as a helper-guided chair, it is equipped with different wheel sizes, as well as a brake lever for the assistant on the pushing handle.
  • Page 5 Wheelchair parts Pushing handle Handle for backrest angle Tilt handle Backrest shell Driving wheel Hand rim Anti-tip stabiliser Figure 2 MB3170-GB...

  • Page 6: Assembly

    Assembly Assembly As standard the wheelchair is supplied fully assembled. The only things you need to do are: • Raise the backrest • Fit the armrests • Fit the leg supports Raise the backrest Figures 3, 4 and 5 Figure 3 •...
  • Page 7 Assembly Fitting the armrests • Fit the armrest as shown in Figure 6. If the locking pin (6A) does not lock properly, move the back armrest fi xing (6B) inwards or outwards until the locking pin goes into the locked position.

  • Page 8: Using The Wheelchair

    Using the wheelchair Quick-release hub Figure 7 The wheelchair has quick-release hubs on the driving wheels. Press the button in the middle of the driving wheel to remove or locate the driving wheel. Check that the wheel is properly fastened. You can do this by making sure that the button pops out about 5 mm when the wheel bolt is completely in the casing.
  • Page 9 Using the wheelchair Changing the sitting position by adjusting the backrest and seat angle Figures 9, 10 and 11 • Adjust the backrest angle with the left adjustment lever (9A) (see Figure 10) • Tilt the chair with the right adjustment lever (9B) (see Figure 11) For safe adjustment of the sitting position the assistant should grip firmly on the...
  • Page 10 Using the wheelchair Sliding seat Figure 12 Use the sliding seat function to adjust the seat depth and to move the seat further forward when transferring the user. • Put the seat in a horizontal position • Push the handle (12A) backwards at the same time as taking hold of the strap (12B) and pushing or pulling the seat to the desired position...
  • Page 11 Using the wheelchair Swing out / fit / remove the leg supports Figures 14 and 15 The leg supports can be swung out or in, and are removable for easier transfer and transport. Release the leg support by turning the handle (14A) inwards or outwards so that the leg support is swung.
  • Page 12 Under no circumstances may it be used as a driving brake. Figure 17 Use of the brakes on Cirrus 4 with the assistant brake (the assistant brake is standard on helper-guided chairs, otherwise is available as an accessory) ..

  • Page 13: Folding Down The Backrest

    Using the wheelchair Folding Cirrus 4 for transport Figure 19 Fold up Cirrus 4 so that it takes up the least space possible during transport. • Remove the armrests • Remove the leg supports • Remove any optional equipment • Remove the pushing handle and turn it around •...
  • Page 14 Using the wheelchair Transfer into and out of the chair Figures 21, 22 and 23 • Engage the brakes • Swing out or remove the leg supports • Tilt the chair forwards • Use the sliding seat to move the user as far forwards in the chair as possible (see Figure 12, page 9) •...
  • Page 15 Using the wheelchair Negotiating obstacles: steps Figures 24 and 25 When the wheelchair is to be lifted up or down steps with the user in the chair, if at all possible use the recommended lifting points. These are marked on the product. See Figure 26.
  • Page 16 Using the wheelchair Lifting points Figure27 The lifting points are the pushing handle and the frame. Ensure that the locking handles on the pushing handle are well tightened before you lift! Do not use the armrests to lift the wheelchair! Figure27 MB3170-GB...

  • Page 17: Adjusting The Wheelchair

    Adjusting the wheelchair Anti-tip stabiliser / tipping bar Figure 28 Adjust the distance between the anti-tip stabiliser and the base by pressing the snap lock and pulling/pushing the anti-tip stabiliser to the desired position. Check that the snap lock has locked. The maximum distance from the end of the anti-tip stabiliser to the base is 35 mm.
  • Page 18 Adjusting the wheelchair Leg support fixing Figure 30 The depth of the leg support fitting can be adjusted or the support can be removed. Loosen the screw (30A) using a 4 mm Allen key. Pull or push the leg support to the desired position.
  • Page 19 Adjusting the wheelchair Footplate – angle adjustment Figure 33 • Loosen the screw (33A) with a 5 mm Allen key. Adjust to the desired angle and re-tighten the screw Figure 33 Adjustment of calf supports Figures 34 and 35 The calf support can be adjusted for height, angle, width and depth.
  • Page 20 Adjusting the wheelchair Adjusting the balance point Figures 36 and 37 20” and 22” The centre of gravity is adjusted by moving the wheel to another position on the wheel fastening. The wheel fastening has three holes. The back holes make the chair most safe with regard to tipping, whereas the front holes make the chair easier to roll.
  • Page 21 Adjusting the wheelchair Adjusting the height of the backrest Figure 38 The backrest of Cirrus 4 can be raised or lowered. • Remove the backrest cushion • Remove the plastic plugs on the screws (38A) • Loosen the screws on the inside of the...
  • Page 22 Adjusting the wheelchair Adjusting the armrest height Figure • Loosen the armrest from the hinge which fixes the armrest to the backrest tubing by pressing the snap lock (41A) and pulling the armrest down • Loosen the hinge by loosening the screws (41B) with a 4 mm Allen key •...

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Seat Width

    The seat width can be adjusted by changing the fixing points of the armrests. The various Cirrus models can be adjusted to the following seat widths: Model Seat width Cirrus 4 Narrow/Cirrus K 34 - 41 cm Cirrus 4 Wide 41 - 48 cm...

  • Page 24: Positioning Belt

    Positioning belt Fitting a positioning belt (accessory) Figure 43 Handicare recommend that you fix the positioning belt around the sections of tubing which are shaded grey in the diagram below. • Check that the hip belt is correctly adapted to the wheelchair user. The...

  • Page 25: Safety

    • The maximum user weight for Cirrus 4 is 140 kg (Cirrus 4 X 175 kg). • You should visually inspect the chair regularly to assure yourself that all screws, bolts and other fi...
  • Page 26 Safety Reflectors Figure 45 Use reflectors when using Cirrus 4 outdoors. See Figure 45 for reflector locations. Figure 45 MB3170-GB...

  • Page 27: Safety In Cars

    The system requires fastening rails to be mounted in the car. User restraint system: 3 point shoulder and hip belt. Cirrus 4 has four points marked out (46) which must be used to strap down the chair. Figure 46...

  • Page 28: Fastening The Seat Belt

    Safety in cars Fastening the seat belt: • The pelvic-belt restraint must be fastened at as steep an angle as possible; between 30° and 75° • The shoulder-belt restraint is fastened over the shoulder and chest • The seat belt is fastened as tightly to the body as possible and must not be twisted •...
  • Page 29 Safety in cars d) Both the stomach and chest belts should be used to reduce the risk of head and chest injuries in the event of colliding with parts in the car. e) In order to reduce the risk of injury to the user, tables that are fitted to the wheelchair, which are not designed for crash safety, must be: •...

  • Page 30: Maintenance

    Maintenance The maintenance described in this section can be carried out by the user. Other maintenance work should be carried out by qualified personnel at your local supplier or at the technical aids centre. For information about repairs or service, ask the technical aids centre in your area. Washing the frame The frame should be regularly washed with mild soapy water.
  • Page 31 Maintenance Recommended air pressures The chair can be supplied with solid or pneumatic wheels. Find the correct type and size of driving wheel or castor wheel, then read off the recommended maximum air pressure from the table. Note that a high air pressure makes the chair easier to roll, while a lower air pressure gives a softer ride.
  • Page 32 Maintenance Repairs Apart from minor repairs to the paint, changing the tyres or inner tubes, and adjusting the brakes, all repairs must be carried out by qualified personnel at your local supplier or at the technical aids centre. For information about repairs or service, ask the technical aids centre in your area.

  • Page 33: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Technical specifications and measurements Cirrus 4 is supplied in four different seat widths: narrow, wide, extra wide and Cirrus K. Ask for advice at your dealer or at your nearest technical aids centre if you are unsure whether you have the correct width. (All measurements are in centimetres unless otherwise stated.
  • Page 34 Areas of use Cirrus 4 is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. The chair has been developed for people with reduced muscular strength, reduced mobility and reduced stability. Handling of waste Waste connected to the packaging or parts of the wheelchair as well as the wheelchair itself can be handled as regular waste.

  • Page 35: Labelling

    Labelling Product name CE marking Seat width Seat depth Max. user weight Year and month of production Serial number Labelling for lifting points Fixing points for strapping in vehicle Labelling for handles for backrest and seat angle Angle of ascent MB3170-GB...

  • Page 36: Accessories

    Accessories MB3170-GB...

  • Page 37: Leg Supports

    Fitting instructions are supplied with • Fixed legrest, adjustable to 70°, 80° accessories. and 90° Contact your nearest Handicare branch • Complete calf support or technical aids centre for accessories • Complete footplate and spare parts.

  • Page 38: Guarantee

    All claims, replacements of parts and service covered by the following limited guarantee must be presented to Handicare in writing within 45 days of the incident in order to be entitled to compensation.
  • Page 39 The content of this user manual is only intended as information. This information may be changed without warning and must therefore not be interpreted as an obligation on the part of Handicare. Handicare takes no responsibility, legal or financial, for any errors or inaccuracies which may be found in this user manual.
  • Page 40 Manufactured by: Handicare www.Handicare.com...

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