Installing and removing center pivot swingaway leg rests and foot plate [Figure 5] ............16 Center Pivot Dual Swingaway Legrest ..........................17 Installing and adjusting center pivot dual swingaway leg rests [Figure 6] ................17 Center Pivot Swingaway Elevating Legrest ........................18 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
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Operating wheel locks [Figure 20, Figure 21] ........................27 Adjusting the Patient Operated Wheel Locks ........................28 Front Casters ..................................29 Installing and removing forks and casters [Figure 22 - Figure 25] ..................29 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
- otherwise, injury or damage may occur. NOTE: Check all parts for shipping damages before using. In case of damage, DO NOT use the equipment. Contact the Equipment Supplier for further instructions. 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
It is not recommended to transport users in vehicles of any kind while seated in the wheelchair. Do not use any kind of wheelchair Tie-Down restraints that are not approved by the FDA. 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
Inspect for rips or sagging Inspect for loose or broken hardware Inspect cane and hand grips for wear/looseness TIRES Inspect for flat spots, cracks and wear Caution: as with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
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Adjust bearing system if wheel wobbles or binds to a stop. Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. Check stem caster journal and lock nut for tightness Inspect casters for cracks and wear Inspect for cracked, bent or broken spokes CLEANING Clean upholstery and armrests 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
GENERAL Labels ORION II WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE ANTI-TIP MECHANISM IN PLACE WEIGHT CAPACITY 350 LBS. (159 kgs) REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL CAUTION MOVING THE REAR AXLE TO THE FORWARD POSITION MAY DECREASE THE STABILITY OF THE WHEEL CHAIR...
Re-install the armrest in the arm socket. Arm Height Adjustment Loosen knob (`D'). Lift armrest until desired position is acquired (ranges Figure 1 from 9 ½” – 14” in ½” increments). “Re-tighten” knob (‘D’). 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
For flip-up, push and hold release lever (`A'), while lifting armrest from arm socket. Arm Height Adjustment Loosen knob (`B'). Lift armrest until desired position is acquired (ranges from 9 ½” – 14” in ½” increments). “Re-tighten” knob (‘B’). Figure 2 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
Lift armrest until desired position is acquired (ranges from 9’’– 13” in ½” increments). Swing in the height adjustment latch lever to engage the holding pin. Repeat this procedure for the opposite T-style arm assembly. Figure 3 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
Lift the legrest assembly off the legrest hanger pins. Footplate Adjustment Remove bolt which holds the footrest extension tube in place. Slide footrest extension tube up or down to desired height. "Re-tighten" bolt. Figure 4 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
Footplate Length Adjustment Remove bolt which holds the footrest extension tube in place. Slide footrest extension tube up or Figure 5 down to desired height. "Re-install" bolt. 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
Footplate Length Adjustment Remove bolt which holds the footrest extension tube in place. Slide footrest extension tube up or down to desired height. Figure 6 "Re-install" bolt. 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
“vertically” with the user’s knee pivot. Figure 7 6. Re-tighten bolts on hanger side. Adjust footplate and calf pad position to 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
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2. Lift the leg rest to the desired angle. 3. Re-tighten the handle knob such that the leg rest arm remains firmly in position. Figure 8 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
Remove nut and screw from the top side of the outer and inner mounting plates. Move fixed back cane to desired angle and insert nuts and bolts making sure the coved spacers are Figure 9 in place. Figure 10 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
Push and hold up the knob on the right side to release back post forward. To return back to an upright position, lift back posts up ensuring right side locks into place and pulling left knob out and down. Figure 12 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
Reclining the Back [Figure 13, Figure 14] To Recline Stroller/Cane And Cane Bar 1. To recline the Orion II depress the lever as depicted in Figure 13 and gently force the pushbar in a downward motion to allow the recline.
Push the bottom inwards to activate the hinge assembly mechanism and rotate the stroller bar to the desired angle for the attendant. Release the buttons to lock the hinge assembly mechanism in place. Figure 15 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
Push in the detent pin of the quick-release axle again and pull the axle out of the rear wheel. Figure 17 To reinstall the rear wheel onto the wheelchair, reverse steps 1 to 2. Repeat this procedure for the other rear wheel assembly 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
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Future Mobility Healthcare Inc. recommends Inserting quick-release axles with the detent pin to the inside of the wheelchair to prevent accidental release during contact activities. LOCKING PIN DETENT PIN OUTSIDE OF INSIDE OF WHEELCHAIR WHEELCHAIR QUICK-RELEASE AXLE Figure 91 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
7. Repeat STEPS 1 to 6 until the wheel lock brake shoe embeds the tire and HOLDS the occupied wheelchair in place when pushed. 8. Engage both wheel locks and ensure the occupied wheelchair is held in place when pushed. 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
Tip back of wheelchair to floor Figure 22 b. Pivot both forks and casters to top of their arc simultaneously. Let casters drop to bottom of arc (wheels should swing once to 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
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6. Secure the new fork and caster assembly in place by using the locknut and caster stem bolt. 7. Follow steps 5 to 9 of REPLACING/INSTALLING FRONT CASTERS guide to properly install the new fork assembly and prevent fluttering. Figure 23 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
Figure 26 wheelchair (you may order with or without the anti- tippers), Future Mobility Healthcare Inc. strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as a safeguard for 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
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(1) through the holes to secure anti-tipper to the wheel chair. 6. Once properly assembled anti-tippers are ready to use. 7. Refer to FLIPPINGTHE ANTI-TIPPERS below for flip up and flip down instructions. 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
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1 ½“to 2” clearance from the ground is achieved. 2. Check to make sure that the snap buttons are fully engaged in the adjustment holes. 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
This must be avoided. 7. Actuate the release lever to assure that the mechanical lock operates correctly and Figure 28 does not slip without actuating the release 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
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8. After the proper adjustment is obtained, tighten the lower lock nuts on the adapter cable. Use the minimum amount of torque necessary to lock it into position – (1/4 turn of wrench is maximum). Figure 29 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
RINSE WITH A DAMP RAG AFTER CLEANING TO ENSURE THAT ANY SOAP RESIDUE IS REMOVED DO NOT USE CLEANING PRODUCTS WITHOUT CONSULTING THE PRODUCTS’ INSTRUCTIONS AND TAKING APPROPRIATE PRECAUTIONS FOR HUMAN EXPOSURE TO CHEMICALS 470 REVO03REV DATE: 08/14/13 Orion II...
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products. Future Mobility Healthcare Inc. (“FMHI”). warrants its Orion II Wheelchair parts and miscellaneous components for a period of one year from date of purchase to be free from defects in material and workmanship. The frame is warranted for the lifetime of the original purchaser/user.
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