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- Page 1 Manual Wheelchairs OWNERS MANUAL...
- Page 2 EC10 EC11 EC12 PROBASICS DX MANUAL WHEELCHAIRS MODEL NO. 1003DX 1004DX 1006DX 1007DX 1009DX 1010DX 1011DX 1012DX PROBASICS FULL RECLINING MANUAL WHEELCHAIRS MODEL NO. 1816 1818 1820 PROBASICS HIGH STRENGTH LIGHTWEIGHT MANUAL WHEELCHAIR MODELS NO. 1610 1611 1810 1811 1812...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
INDEX PAGE Special Notes ........................3 Specifications ........................4 Wheelchair Safety and Handling ..................6 WARNINGS – ALL MODELS ..................7 WARNINGS – RECLINER OPERATION ............... 7 Stability and Balance ....................8 Coping with Everyday Obstacles ................. 8 A Note to Wheelchair Assistants .................. 8 Importance of Weight Distribution ................ -
Page 4: Special Notes
WARNING/CAUTION notices as used in this manual apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Probasics endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many needs of the end user. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair to be used by an individual rests solely with the user and his/her healthcare professional capable of making such a selection. -
Page 5: Specifications
MODEL SEAT SEAT SEAT BACK OVERALL WEIGHT FRONT WIDTH DEPTH HEIGHT HEIGHT WIDTH LIMIT RIGGINGS STYLES 17½”-19½ Swingaway Removable EC03 16” 16” 17” 24” 300lbs ” footrest desk Elev. Leg Removable 300lbs EC04 16” 16” 17½”-19½” 17” 24” rest desk... - Page 6 STANDARD BARIATRIC WHEELCHAIRS (Removable Desk Arms) MODEL SEAT SEAT SEAT BACK OVERALL WEIGHT FRONT WIDTH DEPTH HEIGHT HEIGHT WIDTH LIMIT RIGGINGS Swing Foot 1013 22” 18” 21”-19” 16” 30” 400lbs rest Elev. Leg 1014 22” 18” 21”-19” 16” 30” 400lbs rest Swing Foot 1124...
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Page 7: Wheelchair Safety And Handling
Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with daily living activities that may differ from those described in this manual. Probasics recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for him/her in overcoming architectural obstacles that they may encounter, however ALL WARNINGS and CAUTIONS given in this manual MUST be followed. -
Page 8: Warnings - All Models
ALWAYS use the hand rims for self-propulsion. DO NOT grip the rear wheels themselves. DO NOT use parts, accessories, or adapters other than those authorized by Probasics. WARNINGS (Recliner Operation) Rear anti-tippers MUST BE attached at all times. ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable and either in the full reclined (180° ) position and the full upright (90°... -
Page 9: Stability And Balance
Use caution, otherwise injury may occur. WEIGHT TRAINING Probasics DOES NOT recommend the use of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus. Probasics wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as a seat for any kind of weight training. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Probasics shall NOT be liable for bodily injury and the warranty is void. -
Page 10: Importance Of Weight Distribution
WARNINGS DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair. Always verify that hand grips on the rear back posts are secure PRIOR to use whenever an assistant is used to propel or lift the chair. -
Page 11: Tipping
WARNINGS DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees. DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery. This will change your center of gravity and may cause you to tip over. -
Page 12: Transferring To And From Other Seats
WARNINGS When lowering the front casters of the wheelchair, DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground. This could result in injury to the occupant and/or damage to the wheelchair. ESCALATORS - DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur. -
Page 13: Unfolding And Folding The Wheelchair
Keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to avoid injury. DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheelchair unless it is fully open. The Probasics Deluxe High Strength Lightweight Manual Wheelchair ensures the seat frame rails are fully seated into the side frame H-blocks before sitting or transferring into the wheelchair. -
Page 14: Installing And Repositioning Headrest Pillow (Recliners Only)
Folding 1. Swing footrest/leg rest and calf pads (if equipped) in locked position to the front of the wheelchair. 2. Pivot footplates upward to vertical position. 3. With both hands, grasp the middle of the seat upholstery at the front and back edge and lift up. -
Page 15: Safety Inspection Checklist
SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST NOTE: Every six (6) months or as necessary, take your wheelchair to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. To operate properly and safety, your wheelchair must be cared for just like any other vehicle. -
Page 16: Maintenance Safety Precautions
Inspect for cracked, bent or broken spokes. HAND RIMS - Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling. FRONT CASTERS/FORKS - Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster; caster should come to a gradual stop. - Adjust bearing system if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop. -
Page 17: Installing/Removing The Front Riggings
INSTALLING/REMOVING THE FRONT RIGGINGS NOTE: This procedure applies to the swing away footrest and the elevating legrests front riggings Installing 1. Turn the front rigging to the side (open footplate is perpendicular to wheelchair). 2. Install the front rigging hinge plates onto the hinge pins on the wheelchair frame. 3. -
Page 18: Footrest Height Adjustment
FOOTREST HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT NOTE: This procedure applies to the swing away footrest and elevating legrest on EC, DX and Recliner Models. 1. Loosen, but do not remove the bolt and locknut that secure the lower footrest assembly to the upper footrest support. -
Page 19: Removing/Installing Armrests
REMOVING/INSTALLING ARMRESTS Removing 1. Press in and hold the armrest release button at the front of the armrest. 2. Pull straight up to remove armrest from arm sockets Installing 1. Position the armrest over front and rear arm sockets 2. Push the armrests down and evenly at both ends until the front release button snaps into arm socket hole. -
Page 20: Flip-Back Arms
WARNING Make sure the armrest is securely locked BEFORE using the wheelchair. FLIP-BACK ARMS (Deluxe High Strength Lightweight and Standard High Strength Lightweight ONLY) Unlock the flip-back arms by pushing the armrest release lever towards the front of the wheelchair. 1. -
Page 21: Replacing Standard Seat Upholstery
Wheelchairs, and Standard High Strength Lightweight Manual Wheelchairs use eight (8) philips screws and washers to secure the seat upholstery to the cross braces. NOTE: Bariatric Wheelchairs from Probasics use ten (10) Phillips screws and washers to secure the seat upholstery to the cross braces. -
Page 22: Replacing Slip-On Back Upholstery
REPLACING SLIP-ON BACK UPHOLSTERY (Deluxe and Standard High Strength Lightweight manual wheelchairs) 1. Remove the twp (2) mounting screws and washers that secure the existing back upholstery to the back canes. 2. Remove the mounting screw and locking knob that secure one (1) back cane to the wheel chair frame. -
Page 23: Adjusting The Back Height
ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT WARNING The seat depth, back height/angle, seat angle, size/position of the front casters, size/position of the rear wheels, anti-tipper model, as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change to one (1) or any combination of the ten (10) may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability. -
Page 24: Adjusting Forks
ADJUSTING FORKS 1. To properly tighten caster system and guard against flutter, perform the following check: a. Tip back of wheelchair to floor. b. Pivot both forks and casters to top of their arc simultaneously. c. Let casters drop to bottom of arc (wheels should swing once to one-side, then immediately rest in a straight downward position). -
Page 25: Wheel Lock Adjustment
1. Remove the hex screw, washers and locknuts that secure the front caster to the fork. 2. To reinstall the new front caster onto the fork, reverse STEP 1. WARNING Make sure both front casters are the same size and are installed into the same respective mounting hole BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise injury may occur. -
Page 26: Installing Seat Positioning Strap
the tire when engaged. 7. Repeat STEPS 1-6 until the wheel lock shoe embeds the tire 1/8-inch and HOLDS the occupied wheelchair in place when pushed. 8. Repeat STEPS 1-7 for the opposite wheel lock. 9. If the measurement of 1/8-inch cannot be achieved, contact a qualified technician. INSTALLING SEAT POSITIONING STRAP Perform one (1) of the following: FOR: DX Manual, Standard Lightweight,... -
Page 27: Limited Lifetime Warranty
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY PMI WARRANTS THIS PRODUCT TO BE FREE FROM DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP. PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1999. THIS WARRANTY IS EXTENDED ONLY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER/USER OF OUR PRODUCTS. - Page 28 SECURE DAMAGE REPORTS OTHERWISE YOU MAY LOSE YOUR PRIVILEGE OF FILLING A CLAIM FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE. FREIGHT POLICY: PLEASE CONTACT YOUR SLAES REPRESENTATIVE FOR DETAILS. For Service Call Your Authorized PROBASICS Medical Dealer: 15 South Main Street Marlboro, New Jersey 07746 www.pmiusa.biz...
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