Everest & Jennings Everest Jennings Owner's Manual

Everest & Jennings Everest Jennings Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S
MANUAL
A Graham-Field Brand
IMPORTANT: Read this booklet before operating your wheelchair

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  • Page 1 Wheelchairs OWNER’S MANUAL A Graham-Field Brand IMPORTANT: Read this booklet before operating your wheelchair...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents INTRODUCTION............. . 2 BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION READ BEFORE OPERATING YOUR WHEELCHAIR Important safety, operating and maintenance instructions are contained in this Owner’s Manual. Read it carefully before operating your wheelchair and refer to it as often as needed to help maintain all-around, performance standards. If you do not understand the warnings and instructions provided herein, contact your healthcare professional, Everest &...
  • Page 5: Basic Safety Precautions

    BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Safety requires the constant attention of the wheelchair user and the attendant. It is extremely important to learn and always use safe methods of performing basic daily activities. Always consult your physician, nurse or physical therapist to determine methods most suitable for your individual abilities.
  • Page 6: Chair Nomenclature

    COMPANION/TRANSPORT CHAIR NOMENCLATURE BACKPOST/PUSH HANDLE HANDGRIP BACK UPHOLSTERY ARMPAD FOLD DOWN BACK DOWN BACK MECHANISM MECHANISM POSITIONING STRAP ( if applicable ) FRAME CROSS BRACE CROSS BRACE w/ SERIAL NUMBER w/ SERIAL NUMBER SEAT UPHOLSTERY WHEEL WHEEL FOOTREST LOCK TIPPING LEVER FOOTPLATE FOOTPLATE...
  • Page 7: General Operating Guidelines

    GENERAL OPERATING GUIDELINES OPENING AND FOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR To Open: Slightly tilt wheelchair to one side and push down on seat rails. (WARNING: DO NOT place your hand or fi ngers between seat rail and side panel.) To Close: Fold up footplates. Make sure footrests / legrests are in locked position in front of the wheelchair. (If the wheelchair is equipped with heel loops, pull them forward before folding the footplates.) Tilt the wheelchair to one side, and lift up on the seat rail opposite you or on the upholstery next to the seat rail.
  • Page 8: Front Rigging

    FRONT RIGGING WARNINGS: • Lowest part of the footrest should not be less than 2 1/2” from the ground to permit proper clearance. • Never stand on footplates as chair may tip forward abruptly. • Periodically inspect metal areas for sharp edges. •...
  • Page 9: Safety And Handling Guide

    SAFETY AND HANDLING GUIDE STABILITY AND BALANCE Proper balance is the key to maintaining stability of your wheelchair. Your wheelchair has been designed and engineered to maintain balance during normal daily activity. However, it is possible to tip the wheelchair over if used improperly or if you move beyond the center of gravity. Everest & Jen- nings strongly recommends the use of a positioning belt to maintain proper weight distribution.
  • Page 10: Transfer Activities

    TRANSFER ACTIVITIES WARNING: • Before attempting a transfer, always engage both wheel locks. • Check tire pressure of pneumatic tires (if so equipped) weekly to ensure correct air pressure. Failure to maintain proper air pressure could result in the malfunction of the wheel locks, which could result in personal injury. •...
  • Page 11: Ramps And Inclines

    RAMPS AND INCLINES WARNINGS: • DO NOT attempt inclines or declines without anti-tippers installed. • DO NOT attempt any incline or decline of more than six degrees (10% grade, or one foot of rise or fall per ten feet of ramp length).
  • Page 12: Curbs, Steps, And Stairways

    CURBS, STEPS, AND STAIRWAYS WARNINGS: • Never attempt to negotiate steps, stairs or escalators in your wheelchair. • Always check the hand grips to make sure they are secure and will not turn or slip off. • DO NOT allow the wheelchair to drop off the curb edge. •...
  • Page 13: Transporting A Wheelchair

    TRANSPORTING A WHEELCHAIR WARNING: • This wheelchair has not been approved as a seat in a motor vehicle. The wheelchair user should always transfer to an approved vehicle seat and use the provided motor vehicle restraints. A wheelchair positioning belt (which is available from your dealer) may be installed but is only intended for mild restraint.
  • Page 14: Consumer Maintenance Schedule

    Casters — Check the caster stems and forks for proper rotation at least every three months. Be sure the stem is fi rmly attached to the fork and that the forks and stems are not bent. The caster forks must swivel freely to allow the wheelchair to be steered.
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Continual use of your wheelchair necessitates maintenance. The following troubleshooting guide lists several common problems that may occur, and offers corrective actions for each. If you are unsure of the solution or unable to diagnose the problem, do not hesitate to ask your Everest &...
  • Page 16: Maintenance Guide

    MAINTENANCE GUIDE Overall Operation/General Care ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Wheelchair opens and closes with ease Wheelchair opens and closes with ease ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Wheelchair rolls straight (no excess drag or pull to one side) Wheelchair rolls straight (no excess drag or pull to one side) ✓...
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE GUIDE Handrims ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Inspect for rough or sharp edges; inspect all hardware Seat Rail Guides ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Make sure all required guides are present Spokes ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Inspect for broken or bent spokes; check for tightness Tires ✓...
  • Page 18: Limited Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY WARRANTY PERIOD 3 mo. 6 mo. 1 yr. 3 mo. 6 mo. 1 yr. 3 mo. 6 mo. 1 yr. 3 mo. 6 mo. 1 yr. 3 mo. 6 mo. 1 yr. 3 mo. 6 mo. 1 yr. 3 mo.
  • Page 19 (2) a credit and/or refund of the original selling price made to Graham-Field’s initial customer on a prorated or depreciated basis. GRAHAM FIELD’S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO SUCH REPAIR, REPLACEMENT (UPON GRAHAM-FIELD’S RECEIPT OF THE RETURNED PRODUCT), CREDIT AND/OR REFUND.
  • Page 20: Northeast Parkway Atlanta, Georgia

    Graham-Field Health Products 2935 Northeast Parkway Atlanta, Georgia 30360 telephone: 800-347-5678, 770-447-1609 fax: 800-726-0601, 678-291-3232 http://www.grahamfield.com...

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