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PDG Mobility Eclipse Manual Tilt Wheelchair Owner's Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Owner's Operation and
Maintenance Manual
Eclipse Manual Tilt Wheelchair
DEALER: This manual must be given to the user of the wheelchair
USER: Before using this wheelchair, read this entire manual and
save for future reference
For more information regarding PDG products,
parts & service, please visit www.pdgmobility.com
January 2014
US Patent # 5,957,474
Class 1 Medical Device
Registration CA 004986

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Operation and Maintenance Manual Eclipse Manual Tilt Wheelchair DEALER: This manual must be given to the user of the wheelchair USER: Before using this wheelchair, read this entire manual and save for future reference For more information regarding PDG products, parts &...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WARNING Do not operate this equipment without first reading and understanding this manual. If you are unable to understand the warnings and instructions, contact a health care professional such as a Doctor or Therapist who is familiar with this type of product before attempting to use this equipment. Otherwise, injury or damage may result.

  • Page 3: Safety Summary

    SAFETY SUMMARY OPERATING INFORMATION WARNING To determine and establish particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified health professional BEFORE attempting active use of the wheelchair. DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat. DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees.
  • Page 4 METHOD 1 - WHEELCHAIR WITH STEP TUBES Apply a continuous downward motion until the balance point is achieved and the front casters clear the curb. At this point, the assistant will feel a difference in the weight distribution. Roll the wheelchair forward and slowly lower the wheelchair in one continuous movement.
  • Page 5 ESCALATORS? SORRY! DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur. TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM OTHER SEATS WARNING: BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair, every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance.

  • Page 6: Wheelchair Terminology

    Wheelchair Terminology Removable Arm Armrest Pad Arm Release Footrest Foot Plate Caster Wheel Lock Rear Wheel Handrim Base Frame Seat Frame Backrest PACKAGING UNPACKING NOTE: Unless the PDG Eclipse is to be assembled immediately, retain cartons and packing materials for use in.

  • Page 7: Safety Inspection Checklist

    STORAGE 1. Store the repackaged PDG Eclipse in a dry area. 2. DO NOT place other objects on top of the repackaged wheelchair. SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST NOTE: Twice a year take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair.

  • Page 8: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHAIR CHAIR SLUGGISH TURN CASTERS SQUEAKS LOOSE- CHAIR SOLUTIONS VEERS VEERS FLUTTER NESS IN RIGHT LEFT PERFORMANCE RATTLES CHAIR WHEELS If pneumatic, check tires for correct/equal pressure. Check for loose stem nuts and bolts. Check caster angle. Check that both casters contact ground at the same time.

  • Page 9: Operation & Safety

    OPERATION AND SAFETY REMOVABLE ARM To Swing Back & Remove Arm/Adjust Armrest Height The armrest release lever is located on the side of the chair, on the front of the arm support tube, below the armrest pad. Unlock the arm by moving the armrest release lever in a rearward direction, approximately 1/2".

  • Page 10: Front Rigging

    FRONT RIGGING Attach hanger brackets to bracket receptacles on wheelchair. 1. Adjustment is made to desired length with individual sitting in wheelchair with feet on foot plates. Use wrench and hex head driver to loosen or tighten bolt on slide tube of foot plates. 2.
  • Page 11 Rear Axle and Anti-tip Receiver Subassembly Adjustment Note: The rear wheel location will be factory set to the standard position unless directed otherwise via customer order. The Rear Wheel Axle location may be moved to any of four locations. To move the rear axle, use the following procedure;...
  • Page 12 Frame Width Adjustment To adjust the frame width, you will need a width adjustment kit from PDG. The kit includes 6 spacers needed to establish the new width, a new width back upholstery, and a new width seat pan. Remove the backrest from the wheelchair. Remove the old back upholstery. Knock out the 2 roll pins (located in the cross-bar) used to maintain the backrest width.
  • Page 13 10. Attach WTORS to securement points in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and SAE J2249. 11. Attach occupant restraints in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and SAE J2249. 12. Sudden stops or impacts can structurally damage your chair. Chairs involved in such incidents should be replaced.
  • Page 14 DIMENSIONAL ATTRIBUTES OF THE TEST WHEELCHAIR Test Test Title Relevant Wheelchair Results Method Type AS 3696.5 Determination of all Manual Length 1100 mm overall dimensions, Length without footrest 870 mm mass and turning space Width 750 mm Folded length 840 mm Folded width 750 mm Folded height...

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