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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents: Part one – Aurora product guide. Introduction 1.1.2 Opening the product package 1.1.3 Preparing the wheelchair for use 1.1.4 Armrests/Side guards 1.1.5 Backrest 1.1.6 Brakes 1.1.7 Castors 1.1.8 Footrests 1.1.9 Seating/folding 1.1.10 Stabilisers 1.1.11 Wheel assembly 1.1.12 Recommended configurations 1.1.13...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    1.1.3 Preparing the wheelchair for use Features on the Aurora allow your chair to be stowed more conveniently. These include fitting and removing the quick release wheels (Section 1.1.11) folding the backrest (section 1.1.5) and folding the chair.
  • Page 4: Armrests/Side Guards

    1.1.4 Armrests/side guards Two types of armrest are available to fit the Aurora, these are two different sizes, desk and full length. The desk length allows greater freedom in environments such as an office, the full length offers greater levels of support and is better suited for occupants that use the armrest for transferring.
  • Page 5: Backrest

    1.1.5 Backrest The Aurora backrest can be folded to reduce the space needed for storage or transportation. To do this, release both latches as illustrated and allow the back to fold down. To set the chair up for use again, lift the back tubes until the latches re-engage. Ensure that the latches are correctly located before using the chair.
  • Page 6: Brakes

    1.1.6 Brakes 24” wheel 315 mm wheel The brakes that are fitted can be moved to suit either 24” or 315 mm wheels. The recommended mounting positions for both wheel sizes are shown in the images above. Brake pressure is adjusted by moving the clamp and the slider tube on the frame to the desired position.
  • Page 7: Castors

    1.1.7 Castors The castors have multiple wheel positions to allow for variations in seat to ground heights and wheel sizes. The spindle should always vertical maximum maneuverability and directional control. Whenever a rear wheel setting is changed the castor position should be checked.
  • Page 8: Seating/Folding

    1.1.9 Seating/folding The seating system on the Aurora allows the chair to fold down into a smaller size than a standard folding chair, the supporting seat tubes are split in two. To fold the chair, simply release the latch on the front brace, remove/lift the cushion and/or front flap and lift the rear seat rails/supporting canvas as illustrated below.
  • Page 9: Stabilisers

    Stabilisers can be fitted if there is a risk of the user tipping the chair backwards. Their position effects the angle that the chair can tip back to before it touches the ground. Remploy recommends that trained personnel configure the chair and carry out necessary adjustments following professional assessment prior to use.
  • Page 10: Recommended Configurations

    The image below shows show how the block is fitted to the chair and how the wheel alignment can be set using the grub screws in the wheel mount block. Caution: Remploy recommends that trained personnel configure the chair and carry out necessary adjustments following professional assessment.
  • Page 11 Note: Before reconfiguring the Aurora ensure that you have read and understood all of the user guide. Configuration Castor wheel Wheel mount Stabiliser wheel position orientation position** 485 mm seat to ground 377 mm wheelbase 24" wheel 485 mm seat to ground 427 mm wheelbase 24"...
  • Page 12: Warranty Information

    Remploy Healthcare guarantees the products supplied to be free from manufacturing defects, and will replace components where necessary free of charge, for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase.
  • Page 13 There are many different types and variations of wheelchairs available today. It may not be possible to satisfy all requirements and environments with one chair for every need of the occupant (and carer) for home, travel or work. February 2006 Revision C Remploy Aurora User Guide Page...
  • Page 14 Users should contact their approved distributor if they are having problem in using their wheelchair, a simple adjustment or alternative build configuration may help to resolve the problem. Remploy manual wheelchairs can be divided into two broad categories. Attendant Propelled •...
  • Page 15 If there is a gap between the two seat surfaces, it may help to slide along a smooth transfer board, or to use some other lever point such as a car hand grip for additional support whilst manoeuvring from one seat to the other. February 2006 Revision C Remploy Aurora User Guide Page...
  • Page 16 Figure 1 - Getting in/out of the wheelchair Figure 2 - Side Transfer Figure 3 - Maintain a firm grip on the push handles 4 - Attendant Control February 2006 Revision C Remploy Aurora User Guide Page...
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  • Page 19 . The chair may then be pivoted to face the direction of travel and pushed forward. February 2006 Revision C Remploy Aurora User Guide Page...
  • Page 20 Figure - 7 Ensure that push handle locks are fully engaged before using Figure - 8 Detachable push handles must be inserted correctly Figure - 9 Going down/up a flight of steps February 2006 Revision C Remploy Aurora User Guide Page...
  • Page 21 A basic security seat belt may become required after a period of use, if the environment or method of use changes, or where the occupant February 2006 Revision C Remploy Aurora User Guide Page...
  • Page 22 Clean if required, using a damp cloth with a small amount of washing up liquid. Rinse with a clean damp cloth. All of our belts have flame retardent properties. February 2006 Revision C Remploy Aurora User Guide Page...
  • Page 23 Fig 12 WARNING – DO NOT disassemble, shorten cut or drill this retaining belt, it could seriously compromise the belts integrity and invalidate any manufacturers warranty. February 2006 Revision C Remploy Aurora User Guide Page...
  • Page 24 STABILISERS ARE FOR OCCUPANT SAFETY February 2006 Revision C Remploy Aurora User Guide Page...
  • Page 25 If stowing proves difficult due to weight or space limitations, a compact folding wheelchair such as the Remploy Stowaway may provide a practical and additional alternative for transit purposes and occasional use Figure 12 Remploy Stowaway...
  • Page 26 When there is another able bodied passenger present, the storing options as section 9.1 are recommended. Figures 13 & 14. A Sideways Folding wheelchair can be stored behind the front seat. February 2006 Revision C Remploy Aurora User Guide Page...
  • Page 27 The CTA can provide useful advice. Remploy are participating in the creation of new safety standards in this area through membership of BSTA, in co- operation with the Dept of Transport &...
  • Page 28 When parking, the pusher should position the chair so that the occupant can see and communicate as well as possible. In buildings check that fire exits and procedures are understood. February 2006 Revision C Remploy Aurora User Guide Page...
  • Page 29 2.12 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS & INFORMATION Warranty Remploy Healthcare guarantees the products supplied to be free from manufacturing defects, and will replace components where necessary free of charge, for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase. This guarantee is subject to the condition that the product has been used, adjusted and maintained in accordance with the user and maintenance instructions supplied by Remploy Healthcare.
  • Page 30 If in any doubt about service requirements, contact the Approved Distributor The Remploy Customer Services Dept is also available for more information The Service Record included with this Information Guide, has details of model references to be quoted when Service Information is requested.
  • Page 31 Ensure that the Handgrips are secure. If grips are loose or damaged the wheelchair is unsafe and the grips must be replaced. Replacement grips and method of fitting must be to Remploy approved specification. February 2006 Revision C Remploy Aurora User Guide...
  • Page 32: Technical Information

    3.0 Technical information Positive Momentum OVERALL DIMENSIONS AURORA OCCUPANT WEIGHT RANGE 50Kg TO 136Kg SEATING AREA DIMENSIONS WHEEL BASE CASTORS TRAILING FOOTREST INFORMATION REAR WHEEL INFORMATION ARMREST INFORMATION CASTOR INFORMATION FRAME / SEAT ANGLE INFORMATION WEIGHT INFORMATION OBSTACLES AND ENVRIONMENTS CORRIDOR WIDTH TURNING SPACE ISO 7176 IMPACT STRENGTH &...

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