CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 Areas for use/indications for Netti 4U comfort|CED(S) 1.2 Contra-indications 1.3 Quality and durability 1.4 The environment and waste disposal 1.5 Information for re-use 1.6 About this manual 1.7 Vital measures 2. QUICK REFERENCE 3. DESCRIPTION 4. FEATURES OF NETTI 4U COMFORT|CED(S) 5.
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6.15 Adjusting the brakes 6.16 Push bow 6.17 Seat angle/tilt 6.18 Back rest angle 7. MANOEUVERING THE WHEELCHAIR 7.1 General about driving and parking 7.2 Driving techniques - Step up 7.3 Driving techniques - Step down 7.4 Driving techniques - Slope 7.5 Driving techniques - Up stairs 7.6 Driving techniques - Down stairs 7.7 Transfer...
It is tested to DIN EN 12183:2009. The tests were carried out by TÜV SÜD Product Service GmbH in Germany. In Alu Rehab we believe that wheelchairs should be chosen based on a thorough assessment focusing on the needs of the user and demands from the environment.
1.4 The environment and • limited or lacking muscle power • limited movement range waste disposal • lacking or limited trunk and body stability Alu Rehab and its suppliers wish to • hemiplegia protect the environment. • rheumatic-type disorders • craniocerebral injuries This means: •...
1.5 Information for re-use 1.6 About this manual All products from Alu Rehab are designed I n order to avoid damages while using the to give years of maintenance-free service. Netti 4U comfort|CED(S) wheelchair, please All products can be adapted for re-use by read this manual carefully before starting an authorised dealer.
Netti 4U comfort|CEDS 1.7 Vital measures Netti 4U comfort|CED(S) is a comfort wheelchair designed for both outdoor and indoor use. Specification min. max. Overall length with foot 1080 mm Specifications varies between countries. support Overall width 700 mm Total weight: 28,5 Kg Folded length 610 mm (500 mm width chair)
Netti 4U comfort|CED Total weight: 29 Kg (450 mm width chair) Specification min. max. Overall length with foot 1130 mm Seat width: support Overall width 700 mm 430, 450, 500, 550 & 600 mm Folded length 660 mm Folded width 630 mm Folded height 560 mm...
2. QUICK REFERENCE Drive carefully! The content of this page is a summary of the whole manual. It gives a brief Be aware that friction against push introduction to the use and care of the rims can create a warm surface. Netti 4U comfort|CED(S) wheelchair.
3. DESCRIPTION Standard version* 1. Lock for push bow 2. Release handle 3. Push bow 4. Head support bracket 5. Angle and depth adjustment for head support 6. Head support 7. Back rest cushion, Uno 8. Arm support with pad 9.
4. FEATURES OF NETTI 4U COMFORT|CED(S) Accessories Standard SEAT SEAT • Trays & reading stand for trays (See chapter 5) • Pressure distributive cushion • Hip belts (See chapter 5) • Tilt -5° to +20° • Adjustable depth of 12.5 cm WHEELS WHEELS •...
5. Accessories Backrest Cushions Belts Many to choose from. Several variants: Please contact your Hip belts with or dealer. without uphols- tery and with Spoke protectors plastic lock or For 20”, 22” and 24”. car lock. Black or transparent is (See chapter 5.1 for mounting) optional.
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Head support Side support Correction Support C Large Meant for correction of bad Support A Side support postures in the upper trunk. Support B Small Pad for side support Correction Hygiene cover Protects the core of the Side support Stable head support.
6. ASSEMBLING AND 5.1 Assembling of hip belt ADJUSTMENT Illustration 5.1.1 • Pull the belt through the hole in the hip belt bracket. Ill. 5.1.1 Illustration 5.1.2 6.1 Unpacking • Thread the belt back through the belt 1. Unpack all the parts, and check that clamp.
6.3 Front castors Tools needed are described under each chapter. Accessories described in chapter 5 To take off is a presentation of options and will be • Press the release button under the front delivered with sepearate mounting descriptions. fork. To mount •...
6.5 Backrest • To mount the gas spring, lift the push bow with one hand, and lead the gas spring locking head into the plastic bracket (Ill. 6.5.1). • Check that the hole in the locking head is parallel with the open holes in the plastic bracket.
6.7 Seat depth adjustment in front By moving the seat plate and using the adjustment piece it is possible to increase the seat depth with 5 cm in front. This can be done when the back rest hinge is placed the thelongest depth of 45 cm.
6.8 Anti tip The anti tips must be changed if the The anti tips should be mounted according to main wheels changes to 20” or 22”. the mounting description which is enclosed with the chair upon arrival. 6.9 Seat cushion Use of the anti tip The seat cushion is attached to the seat •...
6.11 Adjusting the velcro back • Loosen the straps and place the back rest cushion so that the user gets room Mounting of foot support for the bottom and the integrated • Grip the foot support in the hinge point. lumbar support in correct position.
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Locking and releasing the foot plates • The foot plates come with a locking When moving the foot support up or down, bolt which makes the plates stronger do not put the fingers in the adjusting • To lock the foot plates pull the plastic mechanism between the moving parts.
Never stand on the foot supports! Never lift the wheelchair by the foot supports. 6.13 Head support Adjusting the calf support The calf support is height and depth adjustable. To adjust height unfix the nut on the outside of the calf support bracket, find the required height and fix the nut again (A).
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Adjusting the head support sideways: • The head support adapter can be moved both to the right and left, giving the possibility to accomodate special needs for head support. • Untighten the four screws holding the adapter together. • Move the adapter to the required position and fix the adapter by tightening the screws diagonally.
6.14 Arm support Adjusting the height of the arm support • Untighten the screw on the arm support • The arm support can be swung backwards using a 4 mm Allen key. • Raise or lower stem • Tighten the screw •...
• To activate the brake, push the handle forward (Ill. 6.15.1) Ill. 6.15.4 Ill. 6.15.1 5 mm Allen key • To release the brake, pull the handle Check that the brakes are correctly rearwards (Ill. 6.15.2). adjusted by activating the brakes and be sure that the wheelchair doesn’t move.
• For to put on and lock the parking brake (2) press the lever (1) against the push handle and lock the parking brake with the finger. Be sure that both parking brakes are locked. • The parking brake will be released when you press the lever (1) against the push handle.
The release handles have the following labels: Ill. 6.16.2 Recline Tilt • Lock the handle after placing the push Risk for tipping. bow in the required position. ( Ill. 6.16.2) Check the position of anti tip. 6.17 Seat angle/tilt Don’t leave a user in the wheelchair The seat angle is regulated using the when it is tilted forward.
Companions, drive up a step Parking: backwards: Increase the underneath support of the wheelchair by moving the chair about 10 • Check that the anti tip is turned up cm rearwards making the front castors • Pull the chair backwards next to the turn forward.
7.5 Driving techniques 7.4 Driving techniques - Up stairs - - Slope - Important advise for driving down and up Always ask for assistance. hill avoiding the risk of tipping. Never use escalators, even if assisted Avoid turning the wheelchair in the by a companion.
7.7 Transfer Do not lift the wheelchair holding Techniques for transfering to/from the onto the arm supports. wheelchair should be practiced well with the persons involved. Here, we give some The companions should use the important advices for preparation of the strength in their legs carrying the chair.
Using a lift: Never lift the wheelchair in the foot Before transfer to chair: supports or arm supports • Tilt the chair back Never lift the wheelchair with a user • Remove the head support in it. • Remove the foot supports •...
8. TRANSPORT Netti 4U comfort|CED(S) is tested and approved to crash test ISO 7176-19. 8.1 Folding for transport I n front: Use hook or strap attachment. When wheelchair is unoccupied, fold as described below. Put wheelchair in trunk or Mount an “eye-bolt” in back seat.
Check tyre wear instructions * As a rule of thumb, use oil on movable parts and all bearings. Alu Rehab The Netti chairs are built of modules. Alu recommends use of ordinary bicycle oil Rehab carries stock of all parts and is ready to supply these on short notice.
We recommend washing the wheelchair in washing chamber at >85° For small damages to the surface, original surface paint can be ordered from the manufacturer. 10. TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Reason/Action Reference in manual The wheelchair is going • The main wheel hubs might be incorrectly mounted askew •...
Normal wear, incorrect use or 11.2 Guarantee incorrect handling is not a reason for claims. Alu Rehab is providing you with a 5-year guarantee on all frame components and on The user is to use, maintain and the cross-tube assembly. There is a 2-year...
11.6 Combinations with 11.4 Spare part guarantee other products • Alu Rehab offers a 5-year guarantee (as a minimum) for spare parts. The periode of Combinations of Netti and other products guarantee is defined as beginning at the not manufactured by Alu Rehab A.S...
12. MEASURES & WEIGHT Seat width* Seat depth** Back rest Total width Transport Weight width heigh *** 35cm CEDS 37,5-50 cm 48(60) cm 53 cm 46 cm 27,0 kg 40cm CEDS 37,5-50 cm 48(60) cm 58 cm 51 cm 27,5 kg 43cm CEDS 37.5-50 cm 48(60) cm...
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