Use And Safety - Medline Excel Owner's Manual

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Congratulations on your selection of a Medline Wheelchair. Medline wheelchairs are the result of extensive
engineering and are manufactured to meet our rigid specifications and to surpass your expectations.
Medline wheelchairs are designed to combine comfort, safety and reliability. Medline Industries, Inc. is
committed to the quality of our products and to the satisfaction of our customers.
To Open Chair - Open wheelchair by tilting to one side and pushing downward on the seat rail until fully open. Make
sure the seat tubing rests completely inside the seat cradles.
To Close/Fold Chair- Fold footplates to the vertical position. Grab seat upholstery with both hands at the front and
back edge and lift up, or tilt chair to one side and lift up on the seat rail.
Wheel Locks-Engage the wheel locks on both wheels before entering the chair, leaving the chair, leaning forward in
the chair, or while being transported in an elevator or a wheelchair lift. Check to make sure that the legrests do not
unlock the wheel locks when they are swung back.
When adjusted correctly, the wheel lock shoe should be embedded into the tire at least 1/8" when engaged in the
locked position. Wheel locks are activated by pushing the handle completely forward. To adjust locks, loosen the nut
on the carriage bolt. Slide the clamp toward the rear wheel until the lock shoe is embedded at least 1/8 inch into the
tire when the handle is engaged in the locked position. Tighten the nut and bolt to secure in position. Inspect for

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