aidapt VA168 User manual
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Lightweight Self Propelled Aluminium Wheelchair
VA168
Assembly and Operating nstructions
Assembly and Operating Instructions Ver. 2 11/12 (2288)
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READ BEFORE USE
Before using your new Wheelchair, you and each person that may assist you in its
use should take time to read this manual and follow all instructions.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing your wheelchair from Aidapt. This model has been
designed to help you gain independence and meet your particular requirements.
Throughout the manufacturing process, great care has been taken; the
components have been selected by quality and inspections carried out to ensure
you get full satisfaction from our product, including B EN12183 2009.
CONTENTS
Introduction and table of contents Page 2
afety ummary Page 3
Assembly and Use Page 4-7
General Description Page 8-10
Routine checks and Maintenance Page 11
pecifications Page 12
Guarantee Page 12
PLEASE NOTE:
Your Wheelchair has a unique identification serial number. This is located on the
main cross brace below the seat canvass and should be used in all correspondence.
Write your serial number here for future ref: ………………………………………
Model VA168 can be wheeled by the person sitting in the wheelchair and also
feature pram handles for assistance pushing.
The maximum user weight is 115 kg; under no circumstances should this be
exceeded
Before each use please take the time to check your Wheelchair for any lose parts.
Any modification to this product without the express permission from Aidapt will
invalidate your guarantee.
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SAFETY SUMMARY
The following recommendations are made for the safe use of the wheelchair.
NOTE: Do not assemble or use this equipment without irst reading and
understanding this instruction manual.
If you cannot understand the instructions, please contact Aidapt, a Healthcare
Professional or a Dealer before installing this equipment.
•Before using this product, care must be taken to ensure that fitments are
secure, the castors/wheels are in good working order, the wheelchair is
properly balanced and all wheels must be in contact with the floor at all times
during use.
•For safe operation, the following points must be remembered:
i. Always observe the limits regarding reaching objects, leaning back,
tilting and use of manual brakes, tyres and weights limits. These are
dealt with under the section headed Assembly and Use.
ii. The footplates are designed only to support the feet while in the
seated position. DO NOT TAND ON THE FOOT PLATE .
iii. DO NOT U E YOUR WHEELCHAIR A A TRAN PORT EAT IN A
VEHICLE.
iv. The upholstery meets the flammability requirements of the California
Bureau of home furnishings technical bulletin 117. Care should be
exercised near open flames or burning cigarettes.
v. WARNING: urface areas of your Wheelchair can increase when the
wheelchair is exposed to external sources of heat (eg. sunlight).
•Please now refer to the section on Assembly and use.
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ASSEMBLY
1. First remove all contents from the box.
2. To open the wheelchair, push seat rails and press downwards until the
chair is fully opened taking care to keep fingers clear of moving parts
(Fig. 1).
Note: The seat rails must be ully engaged in the seat rame support brackets
be ore sitting down.
Fig. 1
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3. To close the wheelchair, take the centre of the seat fabric at the front and
back edges and lift (Fig. 2).
Fig. 2
Note: When opening and closing your Wheelchair please keep ingers well away
rom any possible entrapment areas.
The only part of the Wheelchair that can be adjusted are the leg rests. Ideally your
knees should be at 90 degrees with the seat. If you are not sure please contact a
healthcare professional or your local Wheelchair dealer for advice.
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USE
WARNING: The centre o balance is a ected by a change in posture body position
or weight distribution.
Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach, bend and transfer into and
out of the wheelchair. These movements will cause a change to normal balance,
centre of gravity and weight distribution of the wheelchair.
The design of your wheelchair enables it to remain stable for normal everyday
usage if used correctly in accordance with the recommendations in this manual.
1. Reaching/bending orward
Move the wheelchair as close as possible to the object you wish to reach.
Position the front castors so that they are extended as far forward as possible.
Fully engage the wheel locks on the rear wheels. Only reach out to take what
is within arm’s length in normal sitting position. Only the arms should extend
beyond the seat of the wheelchair.
2. Reaching/bending backwards
Move the wheelchair as close as possible to the object you wish to reach.
Reach back only as far as your arm will extend without changing your seating
position. Do not lean over the top of the back upholstery as this could change
your centre of gravity and may cause you to tip over.
3. Reaching/leaning sideways
Move the wheelchair as close as possible to the object you wish to reach.
Rotate the front castors to a line in the direction you will be reaching. Fully
engage the wheel locks on the rear wheels. Do not shift your weight or sitting
position towards the object you are reaching as it may cause the wheelchair to
tip over.
4. Trans erring
Before attempting to transfer in and out of the wheelchair, every precaution
should be taken to ensure the gap between the two seats is as small as
possible. Be certain that the wheel locks are on to prevent the wheels moving.
Turn both castors in the direction of the seat to which you wish to move. Lift
up the footplates and fold back the supports to the side. Do not stand on the
footplates. It is imperative that the actual transfer procedure be supervised by
a certified health care professional until the wheelchair owner is familiar with
the procedure.
5. Negotiating Obstacles
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5.1 Forwards
The wheelchair should be tilted by the helper until the front castors have
passed over the kerbs. Move the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels
touch the kerb and gently lower the front castors over the pavement.
Push the lift until the rear wheels have mounted the kerb. The wheelchair
should not be lifted by the handles alone.
5.2 Backwards
The wheelchair should be positioned so that the rear wheels are against
the kerb. The helper should then tilt the wheelchair backwards and then
pull the chair until the rear wheels mount the kerb. The front castors
should only be lowered to the ground when the wheelchair has been
pulled sufficiently away from the kerb.
5.3 Upward and Downward slopes
Always go straight up and down slopes to avoid the possibility of the
wheelchair overturning. Avoid steep slopes, which may cause instability.
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The following diagram shows details of the wheelchair terminology used in this
manual.
VA168: Lightweight Sel Propelled Aluminium
Wheelchair
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION ctd.
1. Backrest
There are two types of backrest fitted to the wheelchair, either fixed or
adjustable. The adjustable backrest can be folded down by means of a locking
mechanism fitted to both sides of the lower part of the backrest pillars. To fold
the backrest down, push on both of the black plastic levers, then pull back and
down on the top part of the backrest. To return to the original, reverse the
procedure, making sure the mechanisms are locked securely.
2. Handles
The handles are designed for the helper to propel the wheelchair. They must
not be used solely for lifting the wheelchair over obstructions or kerbs (see
negotiating obstacles)
3. Armrest
PVC pads are fixed onto the armrest for comfort and can be replaced as spare
parts.
4. Seat Upholstery
Periodically check the upholstery for signs of tears or sagging. Replace
immediately if the seat is damaged. Remember: the seat upholstery is the
primary weight – supporting material.
5. Footplates
The footplates are intended as a foot support only when you are sitting in the
wheelchair. On no account should you stand on the footplates. The heel loops
or calf straps (if fitted) can be used to secure the position of the feet. The
footplate assemblies can be adjusted in height by loosening the nut of the
base of the adjustment tube, positioning the plate at the required height and
tightening the nut to secure the assembly.
The footplate supports cannot be adjusted but are moveable from the
wheelchair. They can be swung away to the outside of the wheelchair. To carry
out this procedure, press the release lever and swing the support to the
outside of the wheelchair. If the support is to be removed, lift it upwards. To
re-fit and return to the original position, reverse the above procedure.
6. Castor and bearing
The front wheels have solid puncture proof tyres. These should be checked at
regular intervals to monitor any wear. Wheelchairs become difficult to steer
and propel when surfaces have worn flat. It is recommended that both front
tyres are replaced at the same time to avoid one side of the wheelchair from
being higher than the other.
The wheel is secured to the castor fork by an axle bolt and axle nut.
Periodically, this bolt and nut should be checked and tightened if necessary to
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allow a snug but free spinning fit. The castor fork swivel allows the wheelchair
to be steered. An adjustment locknut is located under the castor cap. If the
locknut is too tight, the wheelchair will be difficult to steer.
7. Wheel lock assembly
These are used to hold the wheelchair in a stationary position, and are fitted
on either side of the wheelchair. They should not be used when the
wheelchair is moving or to slow it down. They should always be applied
together.
To operate, push the brake lever forward towards the front of the wheelchair.
This will immobilize the wheelchair. To release the brake, move the lever
towards the rear of the wheelchair.
8. Cross Bar
Operation of the cross brace permits the wheelchair to be opened and closed
easily. It should be inspected at regular intervals for signs of wear and
bending.
9. Folding Backrest Device
Push down the hinge to fold down the backrest. Automatically lock when pull
up the backrest handle. This device is to enhance the storage feature.
10. Quick Release Wheels
To aid transportation, the rear wheels can be removed by pushing the middle
section of the wheel and pulling to release. To refit, reverse the procedure.
Always make sure the wheels are fully connected before use.
11. Tyre pressure and in lation
For Wheelchairs that are fitted with pneumatic tyres they should be inflated
with a manual operated pump. Under no circumstances should a powered or
compressed air pump be used. The tyre pressure should be tailored for
optimum user comfort and ease of Wheelchair use. We recommend a tyre
pressure of 35psi (241KpA) for comfort. However, do not exceed the maximum
tyre pressure stated on the side wall of the tyre. This may differ slightly
between tyres, but is typically:
•65 psi (487 KpA) for 24” self-propel wheels
•40 psi (275 KpA) for 12½” transit wheels
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