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Owner, Operator, and Maintenance Manual
Model 587 Manual Wheelchair
560 Bingemans Centre Drive Kitchener, ON Canada N2L 5R8
Can./U.S. Phone: (800)-668-0637
Fax: (519) 746-8616
www.brodaseating.com
Email:
sales@brodaseating.com
Register your warranty online at www.brodaseating.com
Last Revised: July 2008

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  • Page 1 Owner, Operator, and Maintenance Manual Model 587 Manual Wheelchair 560 Bingemans Centre Drive Kitchener, ON Canada N2L 5R8 Can./U.S. Phone: (800)-668-0637 Fax: (519) 746-8616 www.brodaseating.com Email: sales@brodaseating.com Register your warranty online at www.brodaseating.com Last Revised: July 2008...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    SECTION 5 - WHEELCHAIR REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE............. 30 Suggested Tool Kit ................26 List of Commonly Replaced Parts ..........26 Cables and Cable Handles............27 Rear Wheels and Front Casters ............28 Gas Cylinders ................30 Vinyl Straps ...................32 APPENDIX 1 - BRODA WARRANTY................... 34 ................................Tilt Wheelchair...

  • Page 3: Warning

    DO NOT OPERATE THE BRODA 587 WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL. IF FOR ANY REASON THE WARNINGS OR INSTRUCTIONS ARE UNCLEAR, CONTACT BRODA SEATING AT 1 800 668 0637 FOR CLARIFICATION. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE WHEELCHAIR WITHOUT FULLY UNDERSTANDING THE WHEELCHAIR AND ITS OPERATION AS IT MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DAMAGE.

  • Page 4: General Instructions

    The BRODA 587 wheelchair’s intended use is to provide mobility to persons that may be limited to a sitting position. It is highly recommended that someone such as a nurse, nursing home staff or family member operate this device to transport patient(s) on even surfaces for safety and effectiveness.

  • Page 5: Section 1 - Safety Requirements & Detailed Warnings

    SECTION 1 - SAFETY REQUIREMENTS & DETAILED WARNINGS This section must be read by all operators of the BRODA wheelchair before they attempt to use the product. It is the caregiver’s primary responsibility to ensure that only people who are familiar with the information contained in this manual are authorized to operate or move the wheelchair.

  • Page 6: Before First Use Warning

    The 587 is not to be used in the shower. Use in the shower will void the warranty. BRODA does not recommend that the user of this chair be transported in vehicles while in the wheelchair and that appropriate seating in vehicles be provided for the user as made available by the auto industry.

  • Page 7: Legal Restrictions Warning

    Legal Restrictions WARNING BRODA wheelchairs may only be used as described in this manual and with proper regard for recognized healthcare and work place safety and accident prevention practices. BRODA wheelchairs may not be operated or used with non-BRODA replacement parts or accessories, which could endanger patients, staff, or other third parties.

  • Page 8: Locking Wheels "Danger Of Falling" Warning

    We recommend that a wheelchair only be used on a level surface to minimize the risk of tipping over. All BRODA 587’s are equipped with anti-tippers which are removable and adjustable. However, they should remain attached to the chair and pointed downward at all times. The anti- tippers can...

  • Page 9: Improper Restraint Use "Risk Of Serious Injury" Warning

    If a physical restraint is determined to be appropriate to prevent sliding or falling out of the wheelchair, BRODA supplies both seat belts and thigh belts. In all cases, it is the patient’s primary caregiver who must take responsibility for the safety of the patient if restraints are used.

  • Page 10: Preventative Maintenance Warning

    Preventative Maintenance WARNING The maintenance on a BRODA wheelchair will vary with the amount of use and the condition of the patient using the wheelchair. We recommend regular visual inspection for signs of wear, damage, loose or missing fittings, and other safety concerns. Also, periodic testing of the wheelchair’s functions is appropriate.

  • Page 11: Patient Specific Instructions Warning

    This manual describes the most common procedures and techniques involved in the safe handling and maintenance of BRODA chairs. It is important to understand, both conceptually and physically, the handling of the chair in order to prevent any injury to body, or misuse of the chair.
  • Page 12 Stairways BRODA does not recommend that the occupant be seated in the chair when moving the chair between floors when no elevator is available. If there is no other option, two assistants are required.

  • Page 13: Section 2 - Definitions And Technical Informaion

    SECTION 2 - DEFINITIONS AND TECHNICAL INFORMAION- Definitions “BRODA” means BRODA Enterprises Inc. doing business as BRODA Seating. “Wheelchair” refers to BRODA Model 587 Manual Wheelchair. “Long-Term Care Institution” refers to a Nursing Home, Hospital, or other Health Care facility that provides health and personal care to its residents on a long-term basis.

  • Page 14: Shipping And Storage Specifications

    BRODA wheelchairs should be shipped and stored in an upright condition and not stacked higher than 3 boxes. No other materials should be shipped or stored on top of a BRODA box. BRODA boxes should not be placed on pallets.

  • Page 15: Label Locations

    Label Locations SEAT TILT Squeeze Handle Warning Stickers (Yellow) Weight Capacity Sticker WARNING WEIGHT CAPACITY Propel only from a fully upright seated position 250 LBS. (114 kgs.) Do not lean over edge of the wheelchair REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL Operate only on level surfaces WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE ANTI –TIP TUBES...

  • Page 16: Section 3 - Caregiver Management

    At the customer’s request, the initial basic training of the patient’s caregiver(s) will be provided by either the local BRODA representative who supplies the wheelchair or the HME Provider. The caregiver(s) must adhere to the Safety Requirements at all times to ensure the safety of the patient, caregivers, and third parties.

  • Page 17: Section 4 - Wheelchair Operation

    SECTION 4 - WHEELCHAIR OPERATION Armrests Arm Top Diagram #4 Adjustable Arm Rests Front Frame Insert Back Frame Insert Arm Release Arm Height Adjustment Buttons Removing & Installing the Armrests 1. Press in front Arm Release Button. 2. Once Arm Release button is engaged, remove Front Frame Insert by swinging arm up. Once Front Frame Insert is removed, removed Back Frame Insert by pressing in rear Arm Release Button.

  • Page 18: Anti Tippers And Wheel Locks

    Anti-Tippers and Wheel Locks Wheel Lock Handle Diagram #5 Move Wheel Lock Handle Rear Wheel Lock in this direction to lock (toward front of chair) Wheel Lock Shoe Mounting Clamp Locking/Unlocking the Rear Wheels 1. To lock push Wheel Lock Handle towards the front of the wheelchair until wheel is locked in place.

  • Page 19: Seat And Back

    Anti-Tippers Anti-Tipper Wheels 1. All BRODA 587’s are equipped with anti-tippers which are removable and adjustable. However, they should remain attached to the chair and pointed downward at all times and adjusted to the longest possible setting. The anti- tippers can be pointed upward if...

  • Page 20: Accessories

    2. Push downward on the hand grips at back of wheelchair while pressing the tilt handle (patient weight will dictate the amount of assistance that is required). The amount of tilt used should be determined by the patient’s caregiver who is responsible for seating. 3.

  • Page 21: Headrest

    Adjustable Headrest The headrest for the 587 is very versatile in its adjustability, allowing for a wide variety of needs to be met. It can be adjusted in height, depth, yaw, pitch and lateral positioning.

  • Page 22: Solid Seat & Drop Seat And Back

    Seat Height Adjustment The seat height on the 587 can be adjusted from 14” to 20” in one inch increments with the solid seat pan and 15’ to 21” with the strapped seat. The desired seat height can be achieved by adjusting the seat height posts, caster and mag wheel sizes and mounting positions.
  • Page 23 587 Seat Height Combinations Seat Height Post Adjustment Range Mag Wheel Mag Wheel Caster Option 1 Caster Option 2 (With Seat Pan) Fork Fork (For Strapped Seat Add 1") Diameter Diameter Diameter Position Position Position 14", 15", 16", 17" 20"...

  • Page 24: Seat Depth Adjustment

    4.7 to determine the mag wheel mounting position. Seat Depth Adjustment The 587 offers two style seats, a strapped seat or a solid seat pan. The strapped seat is available in depths of 15.5”, 17” (standard), 18.5” and 20”. The solid seat pan is available in depths of 16”...
  • Page 25 2) Remove the two seat plugs from the front of the seat frame (one on each side of the seat). 3) Install the two new seat extension plugs and secure them to the seat frame with the ¼” x 1 ¼” fasteners applied.

  • Page 26: Section 5 - Wheelchair Repair And Maintenance

    SECTION 5 - WHEELCHAIR REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE Suggested Tool Kit A variety of fasteners are used in the assembly of BRODA’s products. The majority of these are 1/4” or 5/16” diameter bolts and nuts requiring 7/16” and 1/2” wrenches. However, some of the individual component fasteners may be metric.

  • Page 27: Cables And Cable Handles

    These can be found on a sticker that is attached to the cross member on the bottom of the chair. NOTE: Only a person with training on the BRODA chair should attempt to do any repairs or maintenance on the wheelchair. Certain repairs may require a BRODA representative to personally attend to the repair.

  • Page 28: Rear Wheels And Front Casters

    6. Hook the end of the cable into the lever in the actuator and clip the cable housing into the actuator housing. Rear Wheels Diagram #20 Rear Mag Wheel Rear Mag Wheel Hub Cap Handrim Axle (where hex screw is located) Removing and Installing the Rear Mag Wheels 1.
  • Page 29 Replacing the Rear Wheel Hand Rim 1. Remove rear wheel(s) from wheelchair (see Removing/Installing the Rear Wheels) 2. Remove the mounting screws from the inside of the wheel using a Phillips screwdriver 3. Remove existing hand rim 4. Install new hand rim by reversing above steps 5.

  • Page 30: Gas Cylinders

    Cylinder Stem Actuator The use of gas charged springs on BRODA products allow the caregiver to easily make adjustments to the tilt and recline with a minimum amount of effort. The gas cylinders contain pressurized Nitrogen gas, it is not flammable nor is it toxic. The cylinders provide 800 Newtons (180 lbs) of force.
  • Page 31 Troubleshooting the Cylinders Often, when experiencing problems with cylinders on BRODA wheelchairs, the cylinder is not damaged, it usually only requires an adjustment. There are two common adjustments.

  • Page 32: Vinyl Straps

    2. From the above instructions, determine whether you want to wind the stem further into the actuator or further out of the actuator. You will need to wind the stem further into the actuator if the chair is not tilting (wind it clockwise) and wind it further out of the actuator if the chair is slowly sliding out of position.
  • Page 33 Installing and Replacing Vinyl Straps The vinyl strapping has both elasticity and memory retention, which allows each strap to conform to the resident as an independent unit. Occasionally a strap may lose memory or be cut, making it necessary to replace them. The straps are installed under tension by heating the strap so that it is soft and pliable, enabling it to be easily stretched during installation.

  • Page 34: Appendix 1 - Broda Warranty

    If the defective parts are not returned to BRODA on request, the owner will bear the cost of the replacement parts on invoice from BRODA.

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