C O N T E N T S INTRODUCTION ..........................4 SAFETY ............................... 5 III. YOUR WHEELCHAIR ........................13 IV. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS ..................... 16 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ..................... 23 VI. WARRANTY ............................. 27 APPENDIX I - SPECIFICATIONS ....................28 Stylus LS www.pridemobility.com...
I . I N T R O D U C T I O N SAFETY WELCOME to Pride Mobility Products (Pride). The wheelchair you have purchased combines state-of-the-art components with safety, comfort, and styling in mind. We are confident that these design features will provide you with the conveniences you expect during your daily activities.
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Pride product and its packaging. Anti-tip wheels must be used to ensure stability when using an an oxygen tank holder. Ensure the ball detents on the quick-release axles snap into place and are fully visible after drive wheel installation. Stylus LS www.pridemobility.com...
Check for proper tire inflation. Maintain but do not exceed the psi/bar/kPa air pressure rating indicated on each tire if equipped with pneumatic tires. Check the brakes. See V. “Care and Maintenance.” NOTE: If you discover a problem, contact your authorized Pride Provider for assistance. www.pridemobility.com Stylus LS...
Always exercise extreme caution when negotiating an incline. WARNING! You should not travel up or down a potentially hazardous incline (i.e., areas covered with snow, ice, cut grass, or wet leaves). Stylus LS www.pridemobility.com...
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Obey all local pedestrian traffic rules. Wait until your path is clear of traffic, and then proceed with extreme caution. www.pridemobility.com Stylus LS...
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2 in. (5 cm) unless you have the assistance of an attendant. WARNING! Do not attempt to have your wheelchair proceed backward down any step, curb, or other obstacle. This may cause the wheelchair to tip. Figure 2. Correct Curb Approach Figure 3. Incorrect Curb Approach Stylus LS www.pridemobility.com...
WARNING! The positioning belt is not designed for use as a seat belt in a motor vehicle. Nor is your wheelchair suitable for use as a seat in any vehicle. Anyone traveling in a vehicle should be properly belted into seats approved by the vehicle manufacturer. www.pridemobility.com Stylus LS...
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Such use may cause equipment damage or personal injury. WARNING! Avoid putting all of your weight on the front riggings. Such use may cause the wheelchair to tip. Stylus LS www.pridemobility.com...
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You must adhere to the following safety guidelines if you decide to smoke cigarettes while seated in your wheelchair. Do not leave lit cigarettes unattended. Keep ashtrays a safe distance from the seat cushions. Always make sure cigarettes are completely extinguished before disposal. www.pridemobility.com Stylus LS...
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I I I . Y O U R W H E E L C H A I R THE STYLUS LS The Stylus LS is a rear-wheel drive wheelchair designed to operate both indoors and outdoors on smooth surfaces. BACK CANE HANDLES...
I I I . Y O U R W H E E L C H A I R USING THE STYLUS LS PUSH TO ENGAGE The Stylus LS is a manual wheelchair. Either an atten- dant pushes it, or you move it by gripping the handrims (see figure 5) and turning them in the desired direction of travel.
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I I I . Y O U R W H E E L C H A I R Transporting Your Stylus LS BACK CANE HANDLES The Stylus LS was designed to be folded and stored in a secure location, such as the trunk of a car, during motor vehicle transport.
Your authorized Pride Provider has evaluated your wheelchair and made any necessary adjustments to suit your specific requirements. Do not change your seating configuration without first contacting Pride Mobility Products or your authorized Pride Provider.
8 in. (20.32 cm) 18.5 in. (47 cm) 6 in. (15.24 cm) or 6 in. (15.24 cm) or 8 in. (20.32 cm) 8 in. (20.32 cm) 19.5 in. (49.53 cm) 8 in. (20.32 cm) Figure 13. Seat-to-Floor Height Matrix Stylus LS www.pridemobility.com...
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NOTE: You may need to tap the bold head to release the wedge clamp. 2. Adjust the ELR to the desired length. 3. Tighten the bolt head. RELEASE 4. Repeat the procedure for the other side. LEVER BOLT HEAD Figure 16. ELR Length Adjustment www.pridemobility.com Stylus LS...
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2. Slide the back canes up or down to the desired height. 3. Reinstall the bolts to refasten the back canes to the frame. Figure 18. ELR Calf Pad Position Adjustment BACK CANES BOLT BOLT FRAME Figure 19. Seatback Height Adjustment Stylus LS www.pridemobility.com...
2. Move the armrest up or down to the desired position. 3. Release the pin. Figure 21. Flip-back Armrests 4. Make sure the armrest locks into place. 5. Repeat for the other side if necessary. RELEASE PIN Figure 22. Armrest Height Adjustment www.pridemobility.com Stylus LS...
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WARNING! Changing the seat angle may adversely affect stability and cause the wheelchair to tip over. NOTE: Changing the seat angle may require a change in caster angle. See “Caster Angle.” Stylus LS www.pridemobility.com...
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Caster Position Position Position Wheel Angle Fore 95° Fore Fore 90° Fore 85° Figure 24. Caster Angles BOLT SHAFT BOLT HEAD FORE POSITION 1. POSITION 2. POSITION 3. TOP BOLT BOTTOM BOLT Figure 25. Caster Angle Adjustment www.pridemobility.com Stylus LS...
V . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Stylus LS requires routine maintenance checks. You can perform some of these checks, but others require assistance from your authorized Pride Provider. Preventive maintenance is very important. If you follow the main- tenance checks in this section as scheduled, you can help ensure that your wheelchair gives you years of trouble-free operation.
WARNING! Never use any chemicals to clean a vinyl seat, as they may cause the seat to become slippery or dry out and crack. Use soapy water and dry the seat thoroughly. www.pridemobility.com Stylus LS...
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WHEEL LOCK 5. Engage the wheel lock and note the position of the BLADE blade. 6. Reposition the wheel lock if necessary. TIRE 7. Repeat the procedure for the other side. Figure 26. Manual Wheel Lock Adjustment Stylus LS www.pridemobility.com...
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The following symptoms could indicate a serious prob- lem with your wheelchair. If necessary, contact your authorized Pride Provider. When calling, have the model number, serial number, and nature of the problem. Uneven wear on any of the tires Bent or broken wheel assemblies www.pridemobility.com Stylus LS...
Pride’s authorized personnel shall modify, adjust, or repair such product or perform any related service on it. It must be understood that the purchaser assumes full responsibility for the overall safe operation in the environ- ment for which the product is intended to function. Stylus LS www.pridemobility.com...
Due to manufacturing tolerances and continued product improvement, this specification can be subject to a variance of (+ or – ) 3%. Test results for Stylus LS equipped with push-to-lock wheel locks in accordance with ANSI-RESNA WC Vol. 2 Section 03. Max- imum operating force for hand operated wheel locks is 60N (+ or –...
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27.75 in. (70.49 cm) with 20 in. seat 24 in. (60.96 cm) with 20 x 18 in. seat MEASUREMENTS OBTAINED USING A 24 in. (60.96 cm) DRIVE WHEEL AND 8 in. (20.32 cm) CASTER WHEEL CONFIGURATION Figure 28. Stylus LS Specifications Stylus LS www.pridemobility.com...
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Quality Control - Stylus LS Inclusion of all Parts Fit and Finish Performance Pride keeps a more detailed report on file at the factory. Date Inspected Inspector Product Serial #...
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