Summary of Contents for Tendercare Gas Strut Model v4
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– IMPORTANT Please read these instructions carefully Before using your wheelchair Please read Page 8 before using the Tilt in Space facility Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Authority. Quality Controller Authorised. J Adams January 2011...
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Lock Footrest Seat Tilt Lock Tipping Lever Brake Lever Gas Strut Operating Lever TILT & FOLD WHEELCHAIR Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 2 of 23 Authority. Quality Controller Authorised by, J Adams January 2011...
3) After unpacking and checking you have all components and that they are in good condition, carefully dispose of the packaging at your local recycling centre. Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 4 of 23 Authority.
Take care to hold your fingers towards the centre of the seat to avoid catching them on the wheelchair frame. Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 5 of 23 Authority. Quality Controller...
Screw in or out the footplate stop; until the desired angle is obtained then retighten the lock nut. Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 6 of 23 Authority. Quality Controller...
Fit the headrest upholstery (A) over the two support rods. Attach the headrest cushion (B) using the Velcro strips. Reverse the above to remove the headrest Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 7 of 23 Authority. Quality Controller Authorised by,...
Hub Brakes. Always put both brakes on when the occupant is getting in or out of the wheelchair. Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 8 of 23 Authority. Quality Controller...
Refit the screws making sure that the washer and spacer is correctly positioned. (See Photographs on page 10). Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 9 of 23 Authority. Quality Controller...
Apply Loctite to the bolt threads, fit the nuts and tighten using 19 mm spanners. Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 10 of 23 Authority. Quality Controller Authorised by,...
Never try to tip the wheelchair if the occupant is much heavier than you are. Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 11 of 23 Authority. Quality Controller...
They must not be used as a restraint for the occupant of the wheelchair. Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 12 of 23 Authority. Quality Controller...
2 angle adjustors using a 5mm hexagon key as shown (right). Move the playtray to the desired angle, and then retighten the locking screws. Fig 4.10.3 Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 13 of 23 Authority. Quality Controller Authorised by, J Adams...
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Extra care must be taken when placing food or drink on the tray. • Maximum carrying capacity of the play tray is 5kg. Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 14 of 23 Authority. Quality Controller...
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‘B’ through the bracket and frame and into the armrest pad (through fixing point ‘D’) as shown (right). Fig 4.10.7 Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 15 of 23 Authority. Quality Controller Authorised by,...
4) Place transfer board from the wheelchair seat to the easy chair, bed etc. 5) Slide across the board whilst leaning slightly forwards and taking care not to move the wheelchair or transfer board Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 16 of 23 Authority. Quality Controller...
Hub brakes are for the attendants use only and not for use as a parking brake. You must ensure that the supplied Occupant parking brakes are used when the chair Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 17 of 23 Authority.
A soft brush can be used for heavy soiling. Do not use solvents, bleaches, abrasives, synthetic detergents, wax polishes or aerosol sprays. Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 18 of 23 Authority.
8) Examine front castors for free rotation and check castor assembly to wheelchair. Check rear wheels for free rotation and check rear wheel fixing to wheelchair. For all other repairs refer to your issuing authority or Tendercare Ltd. Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 19 of 23 Authority.
12 months from the date of delivery. 2) Tendercare Limited will not repair or replace free of charge any part or parts found to be defective due to abuse, misuse or lack of correct maintenance.
The restraints should be attached so that the quick release buckle is towards to outside of the wheelchair to allow for quick release in an emergency. Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 21 of 23 Authority. Quality Controller Authorised by,...
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Alternatively the user may be transferred to an approved vehicle seat and the wheelchair folded and placed safely in the luggage area of the vehicle. Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4 Page 22 of 23 Authority. Quality Controller...
2) Major repairs; for all major repairs e.g. bent or damaged frame, the equipment should be returned to the factory. Contact Tendercare Ltd customer services on 01903 726161. 3) An approved agent may carry out the following repairs and replacements. A workshop manual is available to repairers.
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