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Owner’s Manual Dealer: this manual must be given to the user of the wheelchair User: before using, read this manual and save for future reference AMG Medical Inc. Montreal, QC H4T 1V5 www.amgmedical.com MONTREAL...
However, the final selection of options, accessories and adjustments should be made together by you, with your health care advisor and/or Airgo™ dealer. Selecting the best Airgo™ wheelchair configuration depends on such things as: 1.
Check for noise, vibration or a change in ease of use. which may indicate loose fasteners, or damage to your wheelchair. • Always consult an authorized Airgo™ dealer to find and correct any problems or if you have any doubt about the condition of your wheelchair. GENERAL WARNINGS •...
AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL GENERAL WARNINGS structure of the wheelchair and may cause a safety hazard and will void the warranty. • Do not attempt ANY inclines or declines greater than 9°. • Do not attempt inclines without anti-tippers installed •...
AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL SAFETY / HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIR FOLDING AND UNFOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR WARNING: Unfolding DO NOT place your hands or 1. Tilt the wheelchair toward you far enough to take fingers between seat rail and the weight off the opposite wheel.
AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL SAFETY / HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIR WARNING: Reaching, leaning and bending (contd.) DO NOT lean over the top of Backward the back upholstery. DO NOT 1. Operate your wheelchair as close as possible to engage the wheel locks.
AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL SAFETY / HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIR WARNING: TILTING – RAMPS & INCLINES DO NOT attempt inclines or Ascent declines without anti-tipper Lean the upper part of your body slightly forward as you installed. DO NOT attempt propel up an incline. If it becomes necessary to stop, avoid...
AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL SAFETY / HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIR Curbs & steps (contd.) NOTE - This should only be performed with the assistance of an attendant. Going down 1. Turn the wheelchair backward and carefully step down to the next step.
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AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL MAINTENANCE Initially, all the following points should be checked. Thereafter we recommend that you follow these maintenance procedures: To check... Weekly Monthly Periodically General Ö Ö • Wheelchair rolls straight (no excess drag or pull to one side) Frame and crossbraces Ö...
1. Store your wheelchair in a clean, dry area. If you fail to do so, parts may rust or corrode. 2. If stored for more than three months, have your wheelchair inspected by an Airgo™ authorized dealer before using. REQUIRED TOOLS...
AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL CHAIR BASICS FRONT RIGGING WARNING: Installing the swing-away footrest After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may result. 1. Turn the footrest to the side (open footplate is perpendicular to wheelchair).
AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL CHAIR BASICS Adjusting the swing-away footrest 1. Remove impact guards and/or calf strap, if necessary. 2. Loosen, but do not remove the bolt & locknut that secure the lower footrest sub-assembly to upper footrest support. 3. Reposition the lower footrest sub-assembly to the desired height.
AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL CHAIR BASICS Installing the swing-away elevating leg rest 1. Place the elevating leg rest assembly on the outside of the wheelchair and install the hinge plates onto the hinge pins on the wheelchair frame. 2. Rotate leg rest assembly toward the inside of the wheelchair until it locks in place.
AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL CHAIR BASICS Adjusting the swing-away elevating leg rest 1. To adjust the elevating leg rest, raise legs until the desired height is obtained. 2. To reposition leg rest to normal position, support leg with one hand and push release handle downward with the other hand.
AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL CHAIR BASICS WARNING: Adjusting armrest height After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may result. WARNING: 1. Unlock the armrest by pulling the height adjustment Make sure the height knob horizontally.
AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL CHAIR BASICS WARNING: SEAT AND BACK After ANY adjustments, repair or service and Adjusting backrest height BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely- otherwise injury or damage may result. BOLT 1. Remove the knob and bolt from both sides.
AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL CHAIR BASICS Replacing the back upholstery BACK CANES KNOB & SCREW 1. Remove the knob and bolt on both sides. 2. Pull the back cane off the wheelchair frame. 3. Remove the four (4) mounting screws and washers that secure the existing back upholstery to the back canes.
AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL CHAIR BASICS Replacing the seat upholstery 1. Remove the eight screws & washers (16” depth) or ten screws & washers (18” depth) that secure seat upholstery to the cross braces. 2. Remove the existing seat upholstery from the rails of the cross braces.
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AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL REAR WHEELS Replacing rear wheel hand rim 1. Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair. WARNING: 2. For a composite hand rim, remove the screws & Replacement of rear wheel washers that secure the hand rim to the rear wheel.
AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL FRONT CASTERS WARNING: Installing/replacing front casters and forks After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result. 1. Remove the fork cap.
AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT WARNING: Changing seat-to-floor height After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result. NOTE – The manufacturer 1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. Refer to...
AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL ANTI-TIPPERS WARNING: NOTE – Anti-tippers are strongly recommended as an After ANY adjustments, additional safeguard for the wheelchair user. repair or service and Installing anti-tippers BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL WHEEL LOCKS WARNING: NOTE – Before adjusting or replacing the wheel-lock sub- After ANY adjustments, assemblies, ensure that the pneumatic tires are inflated to repair or service and the recommended 45 – 50 PSI (3.1 – 3.4 atm) on the sidewall of the tire.
AIRGO™ OWNER’S MANUAL LIMITED WARRANTY Warranty period. Three year warranty on the side frame and "X" brace of the wheelchairs. Six month warranty is offered on all other metal parts. Upholstery, plastic, and rubber parts are warranted for three months. The warranty period for the consumer begins on the date of purchase from the dealer.
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