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Handicare Emineo User Manual

Handicare Emineo User Manual

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  • Page 2: Introduction

    Handicare Emineo in brief Emineo has been developed in line with the market. The result is a wheelchair with particularly good seating comfort through its unique tilt function and newly developed back solution.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Introduction page Contents page Wheelchair parts page Assembly page Using the wheelchair page Adjusting the wheelchair page Hip belt page Safety page Safety in cars page Maintenance page Labelling page Technical specifi cations page Guarantee page Accessories page...

  • Page 4: Wheelchair Parts

    Where Emineo is set up as an assistant-manoeuvred chair, it is equipped with different wheel dimensions and a brake lever for the assistant on the pushing handle.

  • Page 5: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Assembly Figures 2 and 3 The standard wheelchair is delivered complete. All you need to do is: • Unfold the back, see page 10 • Fit the armrests, see page 6 • Fit the leg supports, see page 7 Figure 2 Figure 3...

  • Page 6: Using The Wheelchair

    USING THE WHEELCHAIR Quick-release catch Figure 4 The wheelchair has a quick-release catch on the driving wheels. Press the button in the middle of the driving wheel in order to remove or attach the wheel. Check that the wheel is properly secured by ensuring that the button pops out approximately 5 mm when the wheel bolt is completely in the casing.

  • Page 7: Complete

    USING THE WHEELCHAIR Swing out/attach/remove the leg supports Figures 7 and 8 The procedure is the same for fixed and angle adjustable leg supports. The leg supports can be swung in/out or removed in order to make transport and getting in and out of the chair easier. The leg supports can be released by twisting the lever (7A) inwards or outwards whilst swinging the leg supports.
  • Page 8 This is done by pulling the brake lever upwards and then folding it down. Using the brakes on Emineo with assistant brake (assistant brake is standard on helper-guided chairs; also available as an accessory) Figure 10 •...
  • Page 9 Beware of pinching! available as an accessory. The balance point on Emineo can be adjusted for optimal use in relation to the user’s function level and weight. See page Do not put hands etc. between...
  • Page 10 USING THE WHEELCHAIR Adjusting the back angle using the adjustment lever (accessory) Figure 13 Adjust the back angle separately using the lever (13A). • Squeeze the lever as you push the backrest forwards or backwards Fold the backrest up or down Figures 14 and 15 •...
  • Page 11 USING THE WHEELCHAIR Moving in and out of the chair Figures 16, 17 and 18 • Activate the brakes • Swing out or remove the leg supports • Tilt the chair forwards • The user can now be moved in or out the wheelchair by means of manual lifting or a person lift, or frontal movement if the user has the ability to...
  • Page 12 USING THE WHEELCHAIR Negotiating obstacles, stairs Figures 19 and 20 If the wheelchair is being lifted up/down stairs with the user sitting in it, the recommended lifting points should be used. These are marked on the product. The lifting points are the pushing handle and the leg supports.

  • Page 13: Adjusting The Wheelchair

    ADJUSTING THE WHEELCHAIR Emineo has measuring scales that help you to adjust the chair accurately. The following adjustments can be carried out quicker and more accurately using the different measuring scales: • Seat height – back (One-tool) Pages 14, 16 and 17 The scale shows the seat height in relation to the dimensions of the driving wheels.
  • Page 14 Do not adjust Emineo so that you have different seat heights at the front and back, as this can affect the balance point. Adjusting the seat height – back...
  • Page 15 ADJUSTING THE WHEELCHAIR • Move the bearing housing of the castor wheel up or down (One-tool) (see page 17) Castor wheel fork Moving the bearing housing up lowers Bearing the seat, and moving it down raises the housing seat. • Move the castor wheel to a higher or Castor lower position in the castor wheel fork wheel...
  • Page 16 ADJUSTING THE WHEELCHAIR Adjusting the seat height – back (One- tool) Figures 24 and 25 On the wheelchair frame you will find a measuring scale (25A), which shows the seat height in relation to the size of the driving wheel. •...

  • Page 17: Centre Of Gravity (One-Tool)

    ADJUSTING THE WHEELCHAIR Adjusting the seat height – back (Basic) Figure 26 • Remove the driving wheel • Remove the wheel block by loosening the screws (26A). Use a 4 mm Allen key to unscrew the screws, whilst holding the nuts using a 10 mm wrench •...
  • Page 18 ADJUSTING THE WHEELCHAIR Adjusting the centre of gravity (Basic) Figure 29 Loosen the lock nut (29A) using a 27 mm wrench, whilst holding the casing (29B) using a 16 mm wrench. Turn the casing (29B) 90°. Move the wheel to the desired position.
  • Page 19 ADJUSTING THE WHEELCHAIR Adjusting the angle of the castor wheels/castor angle (One-tool) Figure 32 • Loosen the screw (32A) slightly. Use a 5 mm Allen key • Loosen the screw (32B) • Place the Allen key into the rotating disk (32C) and rotate to the desired angle.
  • Page 20 ADJUSTING THE WHEELCHAIR Adjusting the height of the backrest Figure 34 Before adjusting the height of the backrest, loosen the backrest cover. • Loosen the screw (34A) on each side of the back, using a 4 mm Allen key. (Do not unscrew the screw completely.) •...

  • Page 21: Balance Point

    ADJUSTING THE WHEELCHAIR Adjusting the balance point for the seat tilt Figures 37 and 38 Adjustments to the balance point for the seat tilt should only be carried out by qualified personnel. Users are different sizes, weights and have different function levels. This affects how the seat tilt works, and how it can be balanced.
  • Page 22 ADJUSTING THE WHEELCHAIR Adjusting the curvature of the backrest Figure 39 The wheelchair has a padded backrest that can be adjusted to the curvature of the back in order to achieve a comfortable sitting position and good stability. The user can sit in the wheelchair when adjustments are being made to the curvature of the backrest.

  • Page 23: Anti-Tip Stabiliser (One-Tool)

    ADJUSTING THE WHEELCHAIR Adjusting the anti-tip stabiliser (One-tool) Figure 42 Adjust the anti-tip stabiliser when you have changed the centre of gravity of the wheelchair. Loosen the screw (42A) using a 4 mm Allen key. Pull or push the anti-tip stabiliser to the correct position so that the measurement on the stabiliser’s measuring scale corresponds to the driving wheel...
  • Page 24 ADJUSTING THE WHEELCHAIR Adjusting the leg supports Figure 44 The leg supports have a linear scale (44A) on the outside, which helps to achieve the correct length. To adjust the length of the leg supports, loosen the fixing screw (44B) using a 5 mm Allen key.
  • Page 25 ADJUSTING THE WHEELCHAIR Angle adjustable leg supports (accessory) Figures 47 and 46 Angle adjustment The leg supports can be adjusted separately. • Loosen the locking handle (47A) • Adjust the leg supports to the desired angle and tighten the locking handle Balf support adjustment •...
  • Page 26 ADJUSTING THE WHEELCHAIR Adjusting the leg support fitting Figure 48 The depth of the leg support fitting can be adjusted or the support can be removed. Loosen the screw (48A) using a 4 mm Allen key. Pull or push the leg support to the desired position.

  • Page 27: Hip Belt

    HIP BELT Fitting the hip belt (accessory) Figures 51, 52 and 53 • Remove the seat cushion and loosen the backrest cover. For easier access when fitting the hip belt, loosen the four screws in the seat plate and pull the seat forward (use a 4 mm Allen key) •...

  • Page 28: Safety

    To ensure that the chair does not move when you don’t want it to, check that the brake is engaged and locked • The maximum user weight for Emineo 4 is 140 kg • You should visually inspect the chair regularly to assure yourself that all screws, bolts and other fixing devices are securely fastened •...
  • Page 29 SAFETY Reflectors Figure 54 and 55 Use reflectors when using Emineo outdoors. See Figure 54 and 55 for reflector locations. Figure 54 Figure 55...

  • Page 30: Safety In Cars

    SAFETY IN CARS Emineo as a passenger seat in a car Where possible, the wheelchair user should be moved to the passenger seat of the car and use the car’s seat belt. The wheelchair can be used as a passenger seat in a car and has been tested in accordance with ISO 7671/19.
  • Page 31 SAFETY IN CARS Fastening the seat belt: • The stomach belt must be fastened at as steep an angle as possible; between 30° and 75° • The chest belt is fastened over the shoulder and chest • The seat belt is fastened as tightly to the body as possible and must not be twisted •...
  • Page 32 SAFETY IN CARS d) Both the stomach and chest belts should be used to reduce the risk of head and chest injuries in the event of colliding with parts in the car. e) In order to reduce the risk of injury to the user, tables that are fitted to the wheelchair, which are not designed for crash safety, must be: •...

  • Page 33: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE The maintenance described in this section can be carried out by the user. Other maintenance work should be carried out by qualified personnel at your local supplier or at the technical aids centre. For information about repairs or service, ask the technical aids centre in your area. Washing the frame The frame should be regularly washed with mild soapy water.
  • Page 34 MAINTENANCE Recommended air pressures The chair can be supplied with solid or pneumatic wheels. Find the correct type and size of driving wheel or castor wheel, then read off the recommended maximum air pressure from the table. Note that a high air pressure makes the chair easier to roll, while a lower air pressure gives a softer ride.
  • Page 35 MAINTENANCE Repairs Apart from minor repairs to the paint, changing the tyres or inner tubes, and adjusting the brakes, all repairs must be carried out by qualified personnel at your local supplier or at the technical aids centre. For information about repairs or service, ask the technical aids centre in your area.

  • Page 36: Labelling

    LABELLING Product name Model Seat width Seat depth Max. user weight Serial number 700 001 CE marking Year and month of production Labelling for lifting points Angle of ascent Beware of pinching Anchorage points car Balance point...

  • Page 37: Technical Specifi Cations

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical specifications and dimensions The wheelchair is delivered as standard in several different seat heights and seat widths. The height that best suits the user of the wheelchair depends on two factors: The height of the user and how the wheelchair will be operated. Ask your dealer or enquire at your nearest aids centre if you are uncertain as to whether you have the correct height and width.
  • Page 38 Areas of use Handicare Emineo is designed for both indoor and outdoor use. The chair has been developed for users with reduced muscular strength, movement, mobility and stability.

  • Page 39: Guarantee

    All claims, replacements of parts and service covered by the following limited guarantee must be presented to Handicare ASA in writing within 45 days of the incident in order to be entitled to compensation. Exclusions and limitations •...

  • Page 40: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 41 Fitting instructions are supplied with the Brakes accessories. • Brake, pull to lock • Brake with long lever Contact your nearest Handicare branch or aids centre for accessories and Leg supports spare parts. • Angle adjustable leg supports • Leg supports with 70° and 90°...
  • Page 42 NOTES...
  • Page 43 Warning: The content of this user manual is only intended as information. This information may be changed without warning and must therefore not be interpreted as an obligation on the part of Handicare Produksjon AS. Handicare Produksjon AS takes no responsibility, legal or financial, for any errors or inaccuracies which may be found in this user manual.
  • Page 44 Manufactured by: Handicare Produksjon AS www.handicare.no...

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