Etac Act
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1. Tools 21 mm socket spanner 6 8 Adjusting the brakes The brakes are infinitely adjustable Loosen the screws a couple of turns and slide the brake until the brake block is about 20 mm A from the tyre when the brake is not applied If the locking bracket comes into contact with the crossbar move it from position 1 to position 2 Test the brakes Check that the rear wheels are correctly mounted see point 6 6 Always check the position of the anti tips Always adjust the brakes after re positioning the rear wheels Also adjust the angle of the front fork attachment Tools 5 mm Allen key Position 1 Position 2 The braking effect is de pendent on the air pressure in the tyres The brakes are parking brakes and should not be applied during use Brake lever extensions are available as accessories see point 10 8 12 6 Settings seat 6 9 Seat angle The seat angle is dependent on the difference between the front and the E rear seat heights The seat angle is settable between 5 15 backwards inclination 0 5 cm Bear in mind the risk of A tipping always adjust the setting of the anti tips 6 10 Seat depth The seat depth can be adjusted 5 cm by tucking in the front part of the seat I upholstery Short frame 34 39 cm measured from the backrest Long frame 39 45 cm measured from the backrest If the seat angle is changed Adjust the angle of th2. Never travel on an escalator even if there are care givers available We always recom mend using two carers for this transfer One who walks behind and holds on to the push handle and one who walks in front and holds on to the frame or in the legrests if these are lockable With care giver forwards Be sure to turn the anti tips upwards and ensure that the push handles are securely tight ened Drive forwards to the first step and tilt the wheelchair onto its rear wheels When the last step has been cleared continue backwards so that the castors are on the ground before setting down the wheelchair on all four wheels Be sure to turn the anti tips back to the down position after completed transfer The care givers should remem ber to use the strength in their legs and to keep their backs as straight as possible while lifting Descend carefully one step at a time keeping the wheelchair balanced on its rear wheels at all times After the last step set down the wheelchair on all four wheels Be sure to turn the anti tips back to the down position after completed transfer The care givers should remem ber to use the strength in their legs and to keep their backs as straight as possible while lifting 9 Driving technique settings manoeuvring 9 7 Manoeuvring transferring into out of the wheelchair The technique for transferring a user should be practised with trained person
3. angle and depth The backrest is adjustable in angle and contour and is cut to the height required Act can be supplemented and adjusted if needs change A large range of options and accessories are available Sideguards anti tips various types of handrims etc Act has the best prerequisites to create comfort functionality and good manoeuvrability Testing Act serial no 21A is tested in accordance with ISO 7176 19 and ISO 10542 These ISO standards specify require ments for the design of the wheelchair s restraint points how the wheelchair and the user are secured in the vehicle and also describe how tests should be carried out and how the test results should be interpreted Etac s wheelchairs are crash tested at the Technical Research Institute of Sweden The tests were carried out with normal settings on the wheelchairs see manual for the respective wheelchair and with an UNWIN_WWR ATF K R restraining device and an UNWIN_WWR HD ATF K R 3 point belt Seat widths From 35 cm to 45 cm Seat depth Short frame 33 39 cm Long frame 39 45 cm Max user weight 100 kg Act is supplied with the rear wheels unmounted Service life The product is tested and fulfils the demands stated in EN 12183 The main product s durability and life time is at least five years when used in accordance with intended use the safety instructions the reconditioning manual and instructions for use in the user manual The main product consists of the chas
4. castors Adjust the centre of balance The wheelchair feels awkward Inflate the tyres Check that screws nuts and bolts are properly tightened When necessary lubricate moving parts joints with bicycle oil or similar The user may experience several of these problems if the wheelchair is incorrectly adjusted or is being incorrectly used 28 12 Tests and guarantees The Swedish Institute of Assistive Technology CE marking Guarantee Special adaptations Combining is tested and approved for use indoors and outside and is CE marked Max user weight is 100 kg Non standard combinations Higher user weight Contact customer service carries out both functional and technical tests Testing methods conform to ISO standard 7176 The product has passed all tests and met all criteria set by European standards for specific product groups A proof that the product meets national and EU MDD Medical Device Directive requirements Gives customers the chance to choose the right product by comparing test data 5 year guarantee against material and manufacturing defects For terms and conditions see www etac com comprise everything that falls outside the instructions and settings in this Manual Wheelchairs specially adapted by customers are not eligible for Etac s CE marking Etac s guarantee no longer applies If in the least doubt about the validity of adjustments please contact Etac for advice Act w
5. wheels are securely adjusted see point 6 8 mounted see point 6 6 Tools 21 mm socket spanner When the position of the rear wheels is moved forwards the wheelchair becomes much more manoeuvrable but the tendency to tip backwards increases 9 9 Changing the camber angle option The rear wheels are mounted with a Tools 21 mm socket spanner standard 3 camber angle You can change the camber angle to 0 or 6 by replacing the back axle and the wash The marker on a 0 camber ers that sit between the hub casing and washer is mounted pointing wheel mounting upwards and downwards on a 6 back axle 21 9 Driving technique settings manoeuvring 9 10 Handrims Act is delivered as standard with Be aware that when passing aluminium handrims The way A through narrow spaces there in which the user is able to grip is a risk of getting your the handrims is influenced by the fingers caught There is handrim s material and its distance also a risk of fingers getting from the wheel caught in the spokes Titanium stainless friction coated cellular rubber and plastic coated A If there is a risk of the user s handrims are available as options fingers getting caught in the spokes we recommend the The optional handrims use of spoke guards give a better grip but also increase friction It is therefore important to remember that when stopping suddenly friction burns e g blisters can occur 9 1
6. 1 Adjusting the distance of the handrim The distance between the wheel and Tools 4 mm Allen key the handrim can be adjusted by adding or removing spacers Spacers 22 10 Assembly instructions accessories Assembly instructions are always provided with accessories when they are delivered from Etac 10 1 Cushion The cushion is delivered 56 cm long It can be cut to the desired depth either at the front or back edge When measuring the length ensure that the cushion is properly positioned between the back tubes with the rounded cor ners to the rear 10 2 Armrest swing away Height adjustable in 3 positions 19 cm 23 cm and 27 cm To adjust the height Loosen the screw 2 Remove the locking nuts 3 and 4 Move to the desired height 1 Armrest tube right left 2 Screw 3 Locking pin unthreaded 4 Locking pin M5 5 Armrest attachment fitting 6 Push handle grip cover 7 Screw 10 3 Sideguard hard transparent The sideguard is made of polycar bonate and mounted on the wheel chair by means of a clamp that can be fixed to the back tube The sideguard is designed so that it is easily remov able from the wheelchair Assembly instructions are provided with the sideguards Instructions are also available on our website www etac com The cushion is a standard model and is not suitable for users with sitting sores Tools 5 mm Allen key Never use the armrests to lift the whe
7. Allen key Never use the armrests to lift the wheelchair Tools 4 mm Allen key 8 mm spanner 2x 5 mm Allen keys for affixing to chassis After adjusting the seat height centre of balance or backrest angle always ensure that you check the positioning and function of the anti tip 24 g 10 Assembly instructions accessories 10 7 Spoke guards The spoke guards prevent your fingers from becoming entangled in the spokes and also give some protection against splashing Assembly instructions are provided with the spoke guards 10 8 Brake extension arm The brake lever extension can be fit ted to a standard brake Remove the rubber hand grip Attach the extension arm by means of the 2 screws Place the rubber hand grip onto the exten sion arm 10 9 Push handle kit The push handle attachments are mounted in the predrilled holes in the back tubes by means of two screws The push handle attachments extend the backrest height by 3 cm The push handle is screwed into the attachments after the upholstery has been fitted Tools 4 mm Allen key 8 mm spanner The braking effect is de pendent on the air pressure in the tyres The brakes are parking brakes only and should never be applied when the wheelchair is in motion Check and re tighten the screws after one week of use Tools 4 mm Allen key Push handle attach ments are also available in two longer versions 25 10 Assemb
8. Manual English K ni N CE n ANA 11 12 13 14 Heading General mccain taz Handling Iransport iron Product description Act sss Model Acti ner RE Options Accessories eese Settings DEA ili Backrest Footrest ecce Contents Driving technique Manoeuvring eese Assembly instructions Accessories Care and Maintenance eee Tests and Guarantees iii Alternative Seat heights Angles Weights and Measurements Standard models Page 4 5 The manual must be read thoroughly to avoid damage when handling and using the Act chair A Is a warning triangle to indicate that special care should be taken Provides advice and tips worth considering Anti tips available as an accessory At the correct setting they will prevent the wheelchair from tipping backwards We recommend all users to use the anti tip devices unless you are an experienced user with absolute control over your wheelchair Act is a manual light rigid frame titanium wheelchair for active users with a large number of adjustment possibilities Its design is particularly well suited to enable users to easily put it in and out of cars on their own It has been tested and approved for a user weight of 100 kg and is intended for use both outdoors and indoors The seat is adjustable in height
9. ant solu tion Rinse and dry When necessary lubricate moving parts joints with bicycle oil or similar 21 11 Care and maintenance Fault finding chart Problem Solution Inflate the tyres Adjust the front fork attachment s angular setting Check that the front fork attachments are mounted at the same height Rear wheel mountings are incorrectly fitted The user is distributing weight unevenly More strength being used on one side than the other when propelling the chair The wheelchair pulls to the side The wheelchair feels heavy to Inflate the tyres manoeuvre Rear wheel mountings are incorrectly fitted Clean the castor axles from hair and dirt Too much weight over the castors Adjust the centre of balance Inflate the tyres Check that the front forks are not too tight Adjust the front fork attachment s angular setting Clean the castor axles from hair and dirt The wheelchair feels heavy to turn Inflate the tyres Adjust the distance between brake and tyre Rear wheels loose Adjust the length of the axle shaft Rear wheels hard to remove replace Clean and lubricate the quick release with cycle oil or similar Adjust the length of the axle shaft Brakes not effective The castor wheels wobble The front forks are not tight enough Check that the front fork attachments are mounted at the same height Adjust the front fork attachment s angular setting Too much weight over the
10. cessary to extend a backrest which has previously been cut a back rest extension is available with attachments for push handles Max height of a backrest incl extension is 40 cm Fold the backrest down onto the seat whilst adjusting the angle Allow plenty of room for the backrest cover between the seat and the backrest Risk of tipping Always check the positioning of the anti tips when adjusting the backrest angle Tighten the straps in such a way that they follow the con tours of the user s back and give plenty of support to the lumbar region Risk of tipping Always check the positioning of the anti tips when adjusting the backrest upholstery 14 YA COSMO A yY 10 mm Q 3 O ds e e Q mi o 0 lt o 8 Settings footrests 8 1 Height of the footrest Act is supplied with a footrest that is A raised footrest is available if settable in height one is required that is higher than standard Height Loosen the screw A on the rear of the footrest attachment on both For outdoor use the footrest the right and left sides Set the footrest should be 5 cm above the at the height required Tighten securely ground Never stand on the Max height 9 cm from floor level footrest as there is a risk of Min height 4 cm from floor level tipping Tools 6 mm Allen key 9 Driving techni
11. chair once tipping during this ma again on all four wheels noeuvre Be sure to turn the anti tips back to the down Be sure to turn the anti tips position back to the down position 9 4 Driving technique inclined surface The following constitutes important advice for driving up or downhill to avoid the risk of tipping Downhill driving Lean against the backrest to correct your centre of balance Control your speed using the handrims not the brakes Avoid turning round in the middle of a hill Always drive as straight up down as possible It is better to ask for help than to take a risk on your own Uphill driving Lean forwards to correct your centre of balance 18 9 Driving technique settings manoeuvring 9 5 Driving technique stairs up Always ask for help Never use an escalator even if a care giver is available We always recommend using two carers for this transfer One who walks behind and holds on to the push handle and one who walks in front and holds on to the frame or in the legrests if these are lockable With care giver backwards Turn the anti tips upwards and ensure that the push handles are securely tightened Reverse the wheelchair to the first step Tilt the wheelchair onto its rear wheels Pull the wheelchair slowly upwards one step at a time keeping it balanced on its rear wheels at all times 9 6 Driving technique stairs down Always ask for help
12. d with double back axles If the user is left alone in the wheelchair ensure that the brakes are ap plied and that the anti tip is swung down Care giver Increase the overall support base of the wheelchair by reversing for about 10 cm thereby ensuring that the castors wheels swing forwards Parking Be sure to turn the anti tips back to the down position 16 9 Driving technique settings manoeuvring Care giver driving up forwards Ensure that the anti tips are turned upwards Tilt the wheelchair if necessary with help from the tilter so that the castors come up on the pavement Lift by the push handles to help the rear wheels up Be sure to turn the anti tips back to the down position User driving up backwards This technique only works if there is a low kerb threshold relative to the installed height of the footrests Ensure that the anti tips are turned upwards Reverse to the edge of the kerb threshold Take a firm hold of the handrims while at the same time leaning forwards Be sure to turn the anti tips back to the up position 9 3 Driving technique kerb down User driving down forwards This technique is recommended only for experienced wheelchair users Ensure that the anti tips are turned upwards Drive forward to the edge of the kerb Take a firm hold on the handrims and drive straight out so that the wheelchair lands on all 4
13. e front fork attachment Also check the angle of the backrest The functional seat depth can be up to 6 7 cm longer depending on the settings of the backrest upholstery see point 7 4 Seat height back Seat height 7 Settings backrest 7 1 Backrest The backrest is settable in angle and has adjustable upholstery 7 2 Backrest height The height of the backrest is adjust able by cutting the back tubes When using the push handles the back tubes should be cut 10 mm above the upper attachment holes Alternative heights 40 38 36 34 32 and 30 cm Tools Hacksaw 7 3 Backrest angle The backrest angle has fixed posi tions at 3 5 8 10 12 15 Remove screw A completely loosen screws B one turn Set the desired angle by inserting screw A into the angle indicator required Tighten the screws again Tools 4 mm Allen key 7 4 Backrest upholstery The contour of the backrest upholstery is individually adjustable by using the four Velcro straps and the backrest cover Allow the cover plenty of room between seat and backrest so that it is possible to sit in against the backrest x Loosen all the straps and ensure that the user is sitting as far back in the seat as possible Risk of tipping Always check the position of the anti tips after adjusting the backrest When the push handles are fitted the back tubes are 3 cm lower If it should be ne
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15. elchair Anti tips cannot be combined with armrest Tools Phillips screw driver 5 mm and 3 mm Allen keys Never use the armrests to lift the wheelchair 23 I RY d H i 10 Assembly instructions accessories 10 4 Mudguard The mudguard is made of poly ester and is fitted by means of two screws in the back tube First make a hole in the back rest upholstery using an awl or something similar Ensure that the hole you make corresponds to the drilled hole in the back tube The front edge of the mudguard is attached to the seat upholstery using Velcro straps 10 5 Mudguard folds with the backrest The mudguard is made of transpar ent polycarbonate and need not be detached when the backrest is folded down The mudguard is fixed by a screw on the back tube and a screw on the seat frame 10 6 Anti tip mounting The anti tip consists of four parts The attachment bar is mounted under the wheel mount see illus The anti tip bar snaps onto the attachment bar at the required length The extension with the stabilis er wheel is fixed to the anti tip bar by means of a screw and nut at the desired height To allow you to negotiate thresh olds and the edges of thick carpets a distance of 3 5 cm from floor level is recommended Tools Phillips screwdriver Never use the mudguards to lift the wheelchair Tools 3 mm and 4 mm
16. es are se curely fastened placed safely in a seat so that it cannot overturn or roll If possible secure the wheelchair with the car s safety belt SEIS 2 Handling Transport 2 6 Seat belt If the wheelchair is used as a seat for travel Etac recommends that the user wears the 3 point belt that is fitted in the vehicle 2 7 Recommendations Etac recommends in the following order 1 The user transfers to a seat in the vehicle and uses the vehicle s 3 point belt while travelling The wheelchair is It is important that the 3 point belt is fitted correctly as in the illustrations 3 According to directive 2001 85 EC appendix VII point 3 8 3 there are specially marked wheelchair loca tions in vehicles that permit transport In conjunction with points 2 and 3 a 25668 positioning belt should be used with a wheelchair facing in the op posite direction of travel If this means of travel is used the user carer must roll be aware while travelling prepared for sudden movements and have the capacity to maintain a safe sitting a correctly adjusted headrest should be used the backrest should be level with or above the user s shoulders the parking brake should be used the anti tips should be lowered then placed in the boot or safely in the back seat so that it cannot overturn or 2 The wheelchair is secured fac ing forwards in the vehicle as per t
17. his manual the user uses a separate 3 point belt that is secured in the vehicle This is the way in which the wheelchair is tested and approved ac cording to the ISO standard for crash testing of wheelchairs in vehicles 2 8 Warning The wheelchair s positioning belt is not sufficient to prevent the user from being thrown out of the wheelchair in the event of sudden braking The restraining device must not be passed through the wheels or around the back tubes position throughout the entire journey The user s disabilities must not be of such an extent that he she is not able to hold onto the handles fitted in the vehicle when there are changes of speed or direction Options accessories that can be removed without tools must be re moved and secured or placed where they cannot fly around inside the vehicle in the event of a collision If the wheelchair has been involved in a collision in a motor vehicle it should be inspected at a Technical Aids Centre or by Etac before it is used again 3 Product description Act 1 Push handles 10 Front fork attachment 2 Backrest cover 11 Protective stopper 3 Backrest upholstery 12 Brake 4 Seat upholstery 13 Quick release hub 5 Frame 14 Wheel mounting 6 Footrest 15 Handrim 7 Calf strap 16 Backrest angle plate 8 Castor wheel 17 Rear wheel 9 Front fork 4 Model Act Seat settable in height and angle Front seat height set at 48 cm 5 allround castors Front fork s
18. hort with 3 alternative height settings for the castor wheels Rear seat height set at 41 cm Seat depth adjustable 5 cm upholstery folded in 24 rear wheel quick release hub 1 high pressure tyre with inner tube Handrims aluminium Camber angle 3 Backrest settable in angle and shape foldable Backrest standard height 40 cm Backrest angle set at 8 Adjustable backrest upholstery in velour and plush Footrest Footrest height infinitely variable Calf strap adjustable in length High mounted brakes Seat settable in height and angle Front seat height 44 54 cm Front fork medium or long with 3 alternative height settings for the castor wheels Rear seat height 41 45 cm 24 rear wheel quick release hub 1 high pressure tyre with inner tube 24 Handrims stainless titanium cellular rubber or plastic coated Camber angle 0 or 6 Backrest settable in angle and shape foldable Backrest height cut to 38 36 34 32 and 30 cm Backrest angle in alternative positions 3 5 8 10 12 and 15 Footrest Brake with long handle and short swing Hub brake 5 Accessories Push handle kit removable Push handle height adjustable Armrest swing away and settable in height Not in combination with height adjustable push handles Side guard hard black Side guard hard plexi Mudguard folds with the backrest Mudguard soft black Mudguard right left Brake lever extensio
19. ing screws are tightened Tools 6 mm Allen key and a 19 mm socket spanner a spirit level might be useful Keep your eye on something vertical e g a door frame or table leg while set ting the angle This adjustment must be made when the seat height is changed at the front or rear in order to retain manoeuvra bility 6 5 Rear seat height The rear seat height is dependent on The size of the rear wheel 24 The height setting of the rear wheel 2 alternative height positions B C Risk of tipping Always check the positioning of the anti tips See also point 13 Alternative seat heights angles Position C B SAT AZ REZZA SL RR 6 6 Rear wheels with quick release hubs The shaft axle is movable and can also be adjusted in length Turn the nut on the axle inwards outwards while at the same time holding the axle with an adjustable spanner A When attaching the rear wheels always check that they are securely mounted The button in the hub should pop out completely 6 Settings seat 6 7 Height adjustment of the rear wheels Unscrew the axle sleeves and washers tilt the rear axle to free it and mount it at the required height Mount the rear axle with the large bevelling towards the right wheel attachment At the same time as the rear seat height is be ing adjusted you should make sure you have set the correct centre of balance See point 9 8
20. ing of the brakes Washing the frame It is important to keep the wheelchair clean both for your own comfort and the longevity of the chair It is equipped with drainage holes which ensures that it is easy to wash and dry Touch up paint Touch up paint is available for minor scratches and chips in all the frame colours available for Etac wheelchairs Miscellaneous If there is a fault in your wheelchair you should contact your dealer or Technical Aids Centre Defective wheelchairs should not be used If your chair needs reconditioning or repair only original parts from Etac or components with equal quality as specified in Act diagrams should be used Etac will not be held responsible for damage or injury caused by use of non original parts The backrest upholstery is removed by loosening the cover detaching the elastic band and any accessories and then pulling the upholstery upwards Wash seat and backrest upholstery according to the washing instruction Handrims If a handrim should be damaged in such a way that it could lead to injury it should be replaced Front fork attachment To achieve the best operating con ditions the attachments should be installed at 90 Check also that the front forks are tightened according to instruc tions see point 6 3 once a month In the event of adjustments see point 6 8 Clean the frame with a non abrasive cleaning agent with a pH level between 5 and 9 or with a 70 disinfect
21. ith others product not manufactured by Etac In general neither of the products will retain their CE marking 29 13 Alternative seat heights angles Rear seat height table Measurements given can vary 2 depending on tyre type and seat angle Rear wheel Rear seat height Distance pos Seat angle 5 rear wheel seat n 24 C1 5 Distance between seat and 24 rear wheel Teor IYSTOY WIG 3uo1 3ugreq WG Front seat height table ss E a 44 cm 30 14 Weights and dimensions standard models Type of chair Seat depth Seat Seat height Backrest Total width Transport width Weight from back height rear with height without rear front out cushion wheels without cushion D 5 4 kg 5 4 kg 5 6 kg 45 cm long 13100110 39 45 cm 44 54 cm 41 45 cm 30 40 cm 65 5 cm 56 5 cm Choice of frame colours 01 black 02 red 22 grey texture 30 blue texture 33 sea green texture 34 plum texture 37 blue chrome black blaster 38 black graphite gold 31 Etac Sverige AB Box 203 334 24 Anderstorp Sweden Etac AB export Box 203 334 24 Anderstorp Sweden Etac AS Pb 249 1501 Moss Norway Etac A S Egeskovvej 12 8700 Horsens Denmark Snug Seat Inc 12801 E Independence Boulevard P O Box 1739 Matthews NC 28106 USA Tel 0371 58 73 00 Fax 0371 58 73 90 info etac se www etac se Tel 46 371 58 73 30 Fax 46 371 58 73 90 info etac se www etac com T
22. ly instructions accessories 10 10 Tetra quick release adapter with reduced hand finger strength to screwdriver use the quick release system They can also be useful for helpers who have to A When the wheel is in frequently remove replace the wheels position the adapter should Adapters makes it possible for users Tools 8 mm spanner and Assembly instructions are provided be pushed to one side and with the tetra quick release adapter fastened with its hook to a spoke When attaching the rear A wheels always check that they are securely mounted The button in the hub should pop out completely 26 11 Care and maintenance Upholstery The upholstery is made of two ply polyester or coated fabric The seat upholstery is secured by means of straps around the seat frame The upholstery can easily be removed from the chassis by loosening the straps under the seat Rear wheel castor front fork attachment Tyre inner tube Check the tyre pressure see side of tyre at least once a month also check the tread Spokes Loose spokes can lead to wheel wobble Consult a cycle dealer or your Technical Aids Centre if it is necessary to adjust the spokes Wheel axles Clean the wheel axles from hair and dirt as necessary Ball bearings Require no maintenance Brakes The braking effect is dependent on the air pressure in the tyres Encrusted dirt can have a negative effect on the brake mechanism Check the function
23. n for standard brakes Seat cushion dark grey plush and black velour 56 cm cut according to seat depth set washable Back wedge length 15 and 30 cm attached with Velcro Footplate mounted on footrest Padding for calf strap Anti tip settable in height and adjustable in length detachable Spoke guard with grey or yellow print Tetra quick release adapter for persons with reduced hand function Settable Adjusted using tools Adjustable Adjusted without tools 5 Accessories Castor pin lock Tool kit Bags front bag TO m backpack 4 Information is available at www etacbutiken mobile holder com Leg warmer Proof Rain cape Proof i Gloves lt A AM v Information is available at www etacbutiken com 9 Information is available at www etacbutiken com d Weather protector Proof pe yf Bags Case Logic Information is available at www etacbutiken com f Information is available at www etacbutiken com Settable Adjusted using tools Adjustable Adjusted without tools 6 Settings seat 6 1 Front seat height The front seat height settable 44 54 cm is dependent on Castor wheel 59 Front fork attachment Settable in angle Front fork Short medium or long with three alternative height positions for the castor wheel 6 2 Castor wheel The height may be adjusted by chang ing the castor wheel itself or by chang ing its position in the fork Unscrew the castor wheel and
24. nel All that is provided here is some important advice to consider in conjunction with transferring a user into or out of the wheelchair With or without a care giver sideways Before transferring Reverse the wheelchair 5 10 cm before stopping so that the castors are turned forwards The wheelchair should be positioned as near to the place where the transfer is going to take place as possible Apply the brakes remove the armrest sideguard on the side where the transfer is to take place With or without a care giver from the front Before transferring Reverse the wheelchair 5 10 cm so that the castors are turned forwards The wheelchair should be positioned close to where the transfer is to take place Apply the brakes Never stand on the footrest or the footrests as the chair may tip The care givers should remem ber to use the strength in their legs and to keep their backs as straight as possible while lifting 20 9 Driving technique settings manoeuvring 9 8 Adjusting the centre of balance The centre of balance can be adjusted The centre of balance is also by changing altered when the seat and or the position of the rear wheels backrest angle is adjusted Remove the axle shaft and its washers and move the back axle We recommend the use of forwards or backwards as per anti tips point 6 7 Check carefully that the The brakes must also be A rear
25. place it at the desired height in the front fork 6 3 Changing front fork Unscrew the protective stopper 1 on the front fork attachment to reach the retaining nut 2 Unscrew the nut and pull out the front fork Take the washer from around the fork axle and put it on the new fork the bevelled side A towards the fork It is also important to ensure that the washers in the attachment under the retaining nut are placed in the right order with the spring washer B on top Tighten the retaining nut until it cannot be turned any more Loosen it 1 2 1 turn The spring washer then has the cor rect tension It reduces the risk of the castor starting to wobble Risk of tipping Always check the positioning of the anti tips See also point 13 Alternative seat heights angles Tools 5 mm Allen key and 10 mm U spanner Also adjust the angle of the front fork attachment see point 6 4 Tools 19 mm socket spanner Also adjust the angle of the front fork attachment see point 6 4 10 Pi oF 6 Settings seat 6 4 Angle setting of front fork attachment The correct angle setting is important for the wheelchair s manoeuvrability Unscrew the lower attachment screw A 1 2 1 turn and the upper screw B 1 2 turn Turn the eccentric nut C until the attachment is perpendicular to the floor Hold the nut in place with a spanner whilst the retain
26. que settings manoeuvring 9 1 Driving technique Weight distribution is the decisive fac tor when it comes to operating condi tions It is in part dependent upon the user s weight size and seating position and in part upon the position of the rear wheels longitudinally The more weight that is placed over the rear wheels the easier the wheelchair is to manoeuvre The more weight over the castors wheels the heavier the chair becomes to operate The Act standard model is supplied with a 3 camber angle This means that the wheels are a little closer to the seat backrest on top and are wider apart at floor level This gives several advantages The wheelchair turns more easily holds a steady course has a broader support base 9 2 Driving technique kerbs and raised thresholds up User driving up forwards This technique is recommended only for experienced wheelchair users Ensure that the anti tips are turned upwards Drive forward to the kerb threshold Balance the wheelchair on its rear wheels so that the castors lift high enough to come up on the pavement Grasp the handrims firmly while at the same time leaning forwards with your upper body Allows the user to hold his her arms closer to the body when driving forwards giving more strength to each push If you require a chair that is slightly narrower Act can be ordered with a straight back axle 0 camber angle Act can also be supplie
27. sis for seat and back support Addi tional parts accessories are handled in accordance with the manual and reconditioning manual The actual lifetime can vary depending on how much and how intensively the product is being used but a maximum of 10 years Thereafter the product must be decommissioned The following methods of surface treatment have been used Lacquered surfaces Polyester powder coating Non lacquered aluminium parts Anodized coating Non lacquered steel surfaces Galvanized The tool kit contains 5 Allen keys 2 3 4 5 and 6 mm 2 Ring spanners 10 and 8 mm 1 Socket spanner 24 19 mm 2 1 Folding Remove any armrests or sideguards Remove the rear wheels Fold down the backrest by pulling upwards on the cord 2 2 Unfolding Attach the rear wheels Fold up the backrest Attach any armrests or side guards required 2 3 Lifting the wheelchair Lift using the push handles and the front part of the frame 2 4 Transportation in vehicles Private car taxi The wheelchair can be placed in the car boot If this is not possible ensure that the wheelchair is 2 5 Securing The wheelchair must be secured as follows the straps must not be put through the wheels or around the back tubes 2 Handling Transport When attaching the rear wheels always check that they are securely mounted The button in the hub should pop out completely A Before lifting ensure that the push handl
28. wheels simulta neously Be sure to turn the anti tips back to the down position Care giver driving up backwards Reverse the chair to the edge of the kerb threshold Tilt the wheelchair up if nec essary with help from the tilter so that the castor wheels are in the air Pull the wheelchair upwards and backwards ensuring that the castor wheels have cleared the edge before setting down the wheel chair onto all four wheels Be sure to turn the anti tips back to the down position Care giver driving down forwards Ensure that the anti tips are turned upwards Tilt the wheelchair up if nec essary with help from the tilter so that the castor wheels are in the air Drive carefully down the kerb and set down the castor wheels onto the ground again Be sure to turn the anti tips back to the down position 9 Driving technique settings manoeuvring User driving down backwards Care giver driving down backwards This technique is not recommended Ensure that the anti tips are for differences in level of over 10 cm turned upwards Ensure that the anti tips are Reverse the wheelchair to the turned upwards edge of the kerb Reverse to the edge of the kerb Drive carefully down the kerb Reverse carefully down while at and reverse the wheelchair on the same time leaning forwards the rear wheels until the castor wheels have cleared the obstacle There is a greater risk of Set down the wheel
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