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Paramount
Manual Wheelchair
Owner's Manual
GF0600047RevA06
©GF Health Products, Inc.
August 2006
Read this manual before
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  • Page 1 Paramount Manual Wheelchair Owner’s Manual GF0600047RevA06 ©GF Health Products, Inc. August 2006 Read this manual before operating your wheelchair...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents I IntROductIOn ................3 II IMPORtAnt sAFety PRecAutIOns ..........5 III GettInG stARted ..............8 IV HAndlInG tIPs ................9 V AdjustMents .................14 VI tRAnsPORtInG tHe e&j PARAMOunt ........3 VII MAIntenAnce ...............5 VIII tROublesHOOtInG ..............31 IX lIMIted wARRAnty ...............33 X IndeX ..................35 GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 3: I Introduction

    All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because it is Graham-Field Health Prod- ucts policy to continually improve the quality and reliability of all our products, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 4 The Paramount is intended for indoor and/or outdoor use. The person performing adjustments on the Paramount has the responsibility of making certain that the user can safely operate the wheelchair with the adjustments selected.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Precautions

    Protect yourself and your wheelchair by having your Paramount serviced regularly. Whenever any part of your Paramount is not func- tioning properly, contact your Graham-Field Health Products dealer immediately, as a hazardous situation could result, causing personal injury or damage to your wheelchair.
  • Page 6 WARNING: Always engage wheel locks before transferring, using a wheelchair lift or using an elevator. WARNING: Ensure that wheelchair is on a stable, level sur- face and engage wheel locks before and during transfer. WARNING: Operate only with anti-tippers in place when leaning or tipping. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 7 WARNING: GF Health Products, Inc. specifically disclaims responsibility for any personal injury or property damage which may occur during any use which does not comply with federal, state, or local laws or ordinances. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Please familiarize yourself with main components, identified in Para- mount illustration below. Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. back upholstery push handle/ back post armpad rear wheel seat upholstery footrest anti-tipper wheel lock cross brace frame caster housing caster fork caster wheel GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 9: Handling Tips

    The Everest & Jennings® Paramount has been designed and engi- neered to perform as a stable and well balanced unit when used for its intended purpose. However, it is possible to tip the Paramount over if it is used improperly. We urge you to learn the characteristics of your wheelchair.
  • Page 10 2. Rotate both casters fully forward: Go forward, and then back the wheelchair toward the object to swing the casters fully forward. 3. Engage both wheel locks. 4. Ensure that the casters are rotated fully forward before reach- ing. If not, repeat step 2. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 11 2. Rotate both casters fully forward: Go forward, and then back the wheelchair toward the object to swing the casters fully forward. 3. Reach only as far as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position. If in doubt, reposition the wheelchair or ask for assistance. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 12 Ascent Lean the upper part of your body slightly forward as you ascend the incline. If it becomes necessary to stop on the incline, avoid any abrupt or sudden forward movement as you resume climbing, this could cause tipping. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 13 If you encounter steps and there is no ramp available, avoid the steps by utilizing the disabled designated elevators now required in most locations. WARNING: Never attempt to negotiate steps, stairs or esca- lators in your Paramount. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 14: Adjustments

    V AdjustMents The Paramount offers several adjustments to make it easier and more comfortable to drive. Part VII, MAINTENANCE, offers preventive maintenance suggestions for keeping your wheelchair in excellent condition; ensure that all components are in excellent condition before adjusting. The following are recommended methods; after a few adjustments, you may develop your own.
  • Page 15 ARMs All Paramount arms are removable. Remove arm 1. Depress lower right arm arm release pin release pin until it unlocks. 2. Hold arm by cen- ter of armpad. Lift straight up and off. Install arm Hold arm by center of front arm socket armpad.
  • Page 16 2. Swing footrest inward. (left shown) 3. Ensure that swingaway release lever is locked in a rearward position, to- ward back of wheelchair. WARNING: Ensure that footrests are locked in place before occupying or operating wheelchair. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 17 4. Follow steps 1-3 to adjust other footplate exten- sion length. Ensure that both footplate extension clamps are securely fas- tened and that minimum ground clearance is inches. WARNING: Ensure that footplates are securely clamped before occupying or operating wheelchair. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 18 2. Swing legrest inward. 3. Ensure that legrest is locked in place and that swingaway release lever is locked in a rearward position, toward back of wheelchair. WARNING: Ensure that legrests are locked in place before occupying or operating wheelchair. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 19 Pull lever toward front of wheelchair. 4. Ensure that elevating legrest is locked in posi- tion. adjust legrest elevation WARNING: Ensure that legrests are locked in place before occupying or operating wheelchair. Adjust legrest footplate extension length See Adjust footplate extension length in Footrest—Detachable, Swingaway section. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 20 3. Rotate calf pad / hinge plate as- sembly on legrest tube so that legrest tube stop is aligned in desired position. WARNING: Ensure that calf pads are locked in place before occupying or operating wheelchair. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 21 Check the crossbraces to ensure that the bolt and nut securing both crossbraces in the center of the wheelchair are secure (crossbraces should be loose enough to fold easily, yet snug enough to take up excess play). Use a M13 wrench and M6 hex key to tighten. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 22 The lock should indent the tire at least 3/8". Tighten clamp bolts securely to eliminate wheel lock movement on frame. WARNING: Ensure that wheel locks are adjusted so that they lock in place appropriately before occupy- ing or operating wheelchair. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 23: Transporting The E&J Paramount

    The Paramount can easily be transported by folding the wheel- chair: 1. Detach front rigging from wheelchair. 2. Remove the seat cushion, if so equipped.
  • Page 24 WARNING: Do not place your hand between seat tube and side panel. 2. Attach footrests or legrests to wheelchair. 3. Reinstall the seat cushion, if so equipped. WARNING: Ensure that footrests or legrests are locked in place before occupying or operating wheelchair. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    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 Paramount is not func- tioning properly, contact your Graham-Field Health Products dealer immediately, as a potentially hazardous condition could result. Only excellent condition is acceptable where safety is concerned.
  • Page 26 Remember, your Graham-Field Health Products dealer knows your wheelchair best when it comes to service and repairs. Contact your dealer with any questions or concerns regarding the safe operation GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 27 Check the anti-tippers at least once a week. Ensure that the anti-tip- pers are securely fastened and properly positioned. check handgrips Check handgrips at least once a week. Ensure that they are not ripped; ensure that they are tight and securely fastened. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 28 Check for burrs on the screw heads and replace if found. Ensure that screws do not extend into the padding. Confirm that the posts at base of arm fit correctly in the sockets, snug but not binding. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 29 Ensure that the footrest or legrest will automatically lock securely in place and will not accidentally unlock. cleaning your Paramount Wipe off base and seat frame frequently, at least once a week, using a soft cloth. Dry the wheelchair immediately if exposed to moisture.
  • Page 30 Have your Graham-Field Health Products dealer check caster and rear wheel axle bearings at least every six months. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    VIII tROublesHOOtInG Continual use of your Paramount necessitates maintenance, espe- cially 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 solu- tion or unable to diagnose the problem, do not hesitate to ask your Graham-Field Health Products dealer for assistance.
  • Page 32 ▲ cluding maintenance, servicing and safety checks, should be performed by a Graham-Field Health Products dealer at least once a year. WARNING: Unauthorized modification or the use of non- Everest & Jennings® replacement parts could change the structure of the wheelchair, void the warranty, and create a hazardous condition, which could result in serious personal injury. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 33: Limited Warranty

    July 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/consumer or dealer/non-consumer and to no other purchaser or transferee. GF Health Products, Inc. warrants the Paramount against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship as listed below:...
  • Page 34 Do not return products to our factory without prior authorization. This warranty contains the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes any prior, contrary or additional representations or understandings, whether oral or written, concerning our warranty policy. GF0600047RevA06, August 006 • Paramount Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 35: Index

    X IndeX Adjustments 14 Note, significance 4 Anti-tippers, check 7 Arm, install 15 Paramount, illustration 8 Arm, remove 15 Arms, check 8 Ramps and Inclines 1 Reaching / bending 10 backposts, check 9 Rear wheel adjustment, check 8 balance 9 Rear wheels 14 casters 14 safety precautions 5 caster stems, check 9 Caution, significance 4 tires, check 7 cleaning your Paramount 9 tools, for adjustment, list 14 crossbraces, tighten 1 tools, for maintenance, list 6 curbs and steps 13 transfer activities 9 transporting the e&j Paramount elevating legrest, attach 18 elevating legrest, remove 18 troubleshooting 31 elevating legrest—detachable, swinga- way 18 upholstery, check 8 elevating legrest calf pad position, adjust 0 Warning, significance 4,6...
  • Page 36 Corporate Headquarters: Graham-Field Health Products 2935 Northeast Parkway Atlanta, Georgia 30360 U.S.A. telephone: 800-347-5678, 770-447-1609 fax: 800-726-0601, 678-291-3232 www.grahamfield.com...

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