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- Page 1 Instruction Manual Lightweight Wheelchair Eclips X4 NV VERMEIREN BELGIUM Vermeirenplein 1/15 • 2920 Kalmthout Telefoon: 00 32 (0)3 620 20 20 • Telefax: 00 32 (0)3 666 48 94...
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Page 2: Last Updated: May
Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 Notice to the specialist dealer. This instruction manual is part and parcel of the product and it should accompany each wheelchair delivered. 1. Second Edition 2003 All rights reserved, including that of translation. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 CONTENTS Section Page Contents...............................3 Preface.................................4 Technical details ............................4 General notes ..............................5 Applicability ..............................5 Contents of consignment ..........................5 The operating elements..........................5 Pushing handles ............................6 Height adjustment............................6 Seat ................................7 Seat depth..............................7 Steering wheel adapter ..........................8 Axle adapter, driving wheels ........................8... -
Page 4: Preface
First of all we wish to thank you for the trust you placed in us by selecting one of our wheelchairs. The electric wheelchairs supplied by Vermeiren are the result of research and experience over many years. During the development simplicity of operation and servicing have been emphasized in particular. -
Page 5: General Notes
With the lightweight "Eclips X4" wheelchair you have acquired a wheelchair developed entirely for your comfort. The "Eclips X4" model has been designed for individual indoor and outdoor use by disabled persons and for the conveyance of other people. This wheelchair can be adjusted to individual requirements as explained below. -
Page 6: Pushing Handles
Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 PUSHING HANDLES Only with height adjustable pushing handles. Abb. The tube handle (1) is fixed to the back frame (2). Loosen all the fixing screws (3), including those provided for suspending the armrests (4). -
Page 7: Seat
Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 SEAT The seat frame can be set at different heights. To lock the distance between the back frame and the seat, fold the flap of the backrest under the seat (Velcro fastening). -
Page 8: Steering Wheel Adapter
Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 STEERING WHEEL ADAPTER The height of the seat can be adjusted in front of the axle. The inclination of the seat can also be adjusted when setting the steering wheel adapter. Fig. -
Page 9: Axle Adapter
Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 The driving wheels are mounted in an axle adapter (1) at the bottom of the back frame (2). Loosen the fixing screws (3), push the axle adapter (1) upwards or downwards to the desired height and then secure it with the fixing screws (3). -
Page 10: Leg Supports
Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 LEG SUPPORTS To mount the leg supports, place them sideways with the bolts (1) in the sockets of the frame tube (2). Now turn the leg supports slowly inwards until the locking block (3) slides over the suspension block (4). -
Page 11: Armrests
Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 ARMRESTS In the standard model the armrests can be folded down to the rear or removed backwards. The locking device (2) (Fig. ) mounted on frame tube (1) is used to secure the armrests. It can be used on any of a number of armrests and for different seat depth settings, or be folded up and mounted on the opposite side (with changeover from B03/B05 to B02). -
Page 12: Tyres
Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 Parking brake / pneumatic tyres When pneumatic tyres are used, the parking brake can only function when the tyre pressure is sufficient (see the section "Technical data"). Make sure that the tyre pressure always corresponds to the values given in the section "Technical details", otherwise the effectiveness of the parking brakes might be reduced or... -
Page 13: Tyre Changing
Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 TYRE CHANGING If you want to change the tyres or inner tubes, please note the following: After letting all the air out of the tube, insert a tyre lever between the tyre and the rim for the purpose of removing the tyre. -
Page 14: Transporting The Wheelchair
Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 If the tube fits snugly inside the tyre without any folds (in the case of folds: deflate it somewhat), then, using both hands, push the upper side of the tyre gently over the rim, again starting opposite the valve. -
Page 15: Moving On Ramps
Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 Use suitable personal safety belt systems for transportation (information can be obtained from your specialist dealer). When being transported, sit quietly in your wheelchair and avoid jerky movements. If your illness or disability prevents you from sitting quietly during transportation (e.g. slight spasticity, etc.), at least two more helpers are required for your safety, one on each side... -
Page 16: Prevention Of Tipping Over (B78)
Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 PREVENTION OF TIPPING For your safety we also offer the possibility of preventing the wheelchair from tipping over backwards. This device (B78) is simply mounted on the bottom tube of the back frame. We recommend this fitting for restless patients or inexperienced users. -
Page 17: Inspection
Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 APPROXIMATELY EVERY EIGHT WEEKS Depending on the frequency of use, kindly grease the following parts lightly: Movable parts of the arm rest mechanism ¨ Bearings of the brake levers Movable parts of the foot supports... -
Page 18: Plastic Parts
Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 Do not use aggressive cleaning liquids like solvents; neither should hard brushes be used. We decline all liability for damage caused by using improper cleaning liquids or materials. Do not soak the covers. - Page 19 Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 We recommend the following disinfectants for scrubbing (according to the RKI list): (...)
- Page 20 Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 suitable for the destruction of vegetative bacteria including myco-bacteria as well as fungi and fungal spores. suitable for the deactivation of viruses. The current situation in regard to the disinfectants included in the RKI list, can be obtained from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI, home page: www.rki.de).
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Page 21: Tools
Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 TOOLS The following tools are required for assembling and adjusting your lightweight wheelchair: Phillips screwdriver Allen keys (sizes 4 and 5) Ring and open-ended spanners (sizes 10/13) Ring spanner (size 19) Open-ended spanner (size 11) Assembly and adjustments may only be undertaken by your specialist dealer. -
Page 22: Service Plan
Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 SERVICE PLAN The wheelchair was serviced: Dealer's stamp: Dealer's stamp: Date: Date: Dealer's stamp: Dealer's stamp: Date: Date: Dealer's stamp: Dealer's stamp: Date: Date: Dealer's stamp: Dealer's stamp: Date: Date: Dealer's stamp:... -
Page 23: Addresses
Instruction Manual Eclips X4 Last updated: May 2003 ADDRESSES Belgium N.V. VERMEIREN & Co. Tel.: +32(3)/6202020 Vermeirenplein 1 / 15 Fax: +32(3)/6664894 B-2920 Kalmthout Germany Vermeiren Germany Co. Ltd. Tel.: +49(211)/942790 Wahlerstr. 12a Fax: +49(211)/653600 D-40472 Düsseldorf France Vermeiren France S.A.