Owners Manual - PDG Mobility
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1. Twice a year take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer 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 safely your wheelchair must be cared for just like any other vehicle Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure and preference Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures STELLAR Series PAGE 19 6 Test the wheelchair to ensure the seat pan can be positioned approximately level when the gas strut is fully extended Check to ensure all screws and nuts are assembled securely Adjusting Seat to Floor Height Stellar GL The seat to floor height on the Stellar can be adjusted from 13 to 18 depending on front caster and rear wheel combinations The frame consists of 3 main components the Upper Frame Sub Frame and Lower Frame Note Do not remove for adjustment Hand support position for removal and refit Lower Seat Height Bolt Upper Seat Height Bolt GROUND Recommended Chair Position 1 Remove the wheels front rigging and arms from the chair Tip it forward so that it is resting on the back post and front rigging receivers as shown above 2 Remove the nuts and washers from the seat height adjustment bolts they are two 3 8 hex bolts on each side of the frame as shown2. Available only on Stellar and Stellar GL 1 If possible and feasible the rider should transfer to the Original Equipment Manufacturer vehicle seat and use Stellar GL the vehicle restraint Tie Downs 2 Use only Wheelchair Tie Down and Occupant Restraint pe N Systems WTORS which meet the requirements of SAE J2249 Recommended Practice Wheelchair Tie Down and Occupant Restraint Systems For Use in Motor Vehicles Do not use WTORS designed to rely on the wheelchair structure to transfer occupant restraint loads to the vehicle 7 Back Tie Down 3 The rider must not weigh more than 250 lbs Stellar Tie Downs 4 The wheelchair has been dynamically tested in a forward facing mode for a 30 mph frontal impact test The wheelchair must be forward facing during transport 5 Inorder to reduce the potential of injury to vehicle occupants wheelchair mounted accessories such as trays and respiratory equipment should be removed and secured separately Front Tie Down 6 Postural supports and positioning devices should not be relied on for occupant restraint 7 Do not alter or substitute wheelchair frame parts Components or seating 8 The figures below show the locations of the wheelchair securement points front and back 9 Use only with Wheelchair Tie Down and Occupant Restraint Systems WTORS that have been installed in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions and SAE J2249 10 Attach WTORS to securement points in acco
3. following m Removing Installing the Rear Wheels m Adjusting the Axle Location Wheel Position Adjustment Removing Installing the Rear Wheels Axles 1 Unless the product was ordered with quick release axles the rear wheels can be removed using a 34 socket head and a 34 crescent wrench If the chair is configured using axle bolts not quick release the axle bolt heads must be located on the inside of the frame with the nuts located on the outside of the rear wheel hubs If axle bolts are installed backwards the seat frame may hit the end of the axle bolts when attempting to tilt the chair During assembly tighten the axle bolts so that the rear wheels are snug but not so much that the wheels are unable to spin freely If quick release axles have been supplied push in the tip of the quick release axle and pull the wheel off of the axle 2 Toreinstall the rear wheel onto the wheelchair reverse step 1
4. includes the following m Adjusting the Tilt Limiter Stellar and Stellar HD m Adjusting the Tilt Range Stellar GL m Adjusting the Tilt Limiter Stellar GL WARNING After making Adjustments always make sure that parts are properly tightened BEFORE using the wheelchair STELLAR SECTICS TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM OTHER SEATS WARNING BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair every precaution should be taken to reduce gap distance Turn both casters toward the object you are transferring onto Also be certain the wheel locks are engaged to help prevent wheels from moving CAUTION When transferring position yourself as far back as possible in the seat This will prevent damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair tipping forward NOTE This activity may be performed independently provided you have adequate mobility and upper body strength 1 Position the wheelchair as close as possible along side the seat to which you are transferring with the front casters pointing toward it Engage wheel locks Shift body weight into seat with transfer 2 During independent transfer little or no seat platform will be beneath you Use a transfer board if at all possible PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION WARNING 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 Many activities require the wheelcha
5. performance Casters flutter Check for loose stem nuts and bolts Squeaks and rattles Looseness in chair Chair veers right Chair veers left Check caster angle Sluggish turn or performance Casters flutter Chair veers right Check that both casters contact ground at the Chair veers left same time x xX xX amp 8 B amp B HB HR BH HW HR R Casters flutter MAINTENANCE FINE TUNING THE FIT Adjustment Guide The following instructions are intended to provide assistance in making wheelchair adjustments It is important to note the initial wheelchair configuration prior to making changes When making changes dealers and users should do so under the guidance of a health care professional who is knowledgeable of the particular limitation of the wheelchair user Be sure that when finished all components are properly tightened and have been completed in accordance with these instructions DO NOT over tighten hardware attaching to the frame This could cause damage to the frame tubing Tools Required Philips Screw Driver PIICKEKCVS sc0npaacedoapresiaaaeresiaeaeseseead 1 8 5 32 03 16 Adjustable or Open End Wrench 7 16 1 1 4 1 1 5 16 Socket Head Driver with socket Heads 19 16 03 4 1 1 4 STELLAR serves PAGE1 PROCEDURE 5 FRONT CASTERS This Procedure Includes the Following m Installing Players Caster Forks m Installing Replacing Front Casters WARNING After m
6. 3 Remove the four hex bolts while supporting the lower frame with your other hand 4 Reposition the Sub Frame on the Lower Frame there are four seat height options Refer to chart on following page Once the holes are lined up insert lower seat height bolt on each A side of the frame this will help in the alignment of the frames Then the upper seat height bolt can be refit c 5 Tighten all four bolts with nuts and washers D 6 Test the wheelchair to ensure the seat pan can be positioned BN cote approximately level when the gas strut is fully extended feradiustinen Check to ensure all screws and nuts are assembled securely IU ON WD D gt PAGE 18 PREE WHEEL 12 16 20 22 24 HEIGHT 14 SH A SH A 15 SH B SH B SH A 16 SH C SH A SH C SH B SH A 17 SH B SH C SH B 18 SH B SH C 1 Remove the pivot bolts that attach the upper seat frame to the lower base frame these are two socket head shoulder bolts located on the outside of the seat pan assembly one screw on each side These two screws attach the Seat Frame to the Base Frame and also act at the pivot point when the seat is tilted 2 Reposition the Seat Frame to the desired elevation There are three elevation choices without using frame height extenders An additional 2 may be achieved when frame height extenders are installed 3 Remove the hex socket head screw bolt located on the Base Frame which connects the lower end of the gas strut assembl
7. E using the wheelchair Adjusting Seat Tilt 1 To adjust the tilt angle activate the tilting lever located on side of push handle or on the armrest depending on how the wheelchair has been configured Allow seat back to lower to desired level and release tilt lever Seat should lock at desired tilt angle 2 Note that the tilt lever may be mounted onto the left or right side of the backrest push bar or on the left or right armrest WARNING When tilting chair attendant must hold push handle securely so that seat does not drop too quickly Adjusting Seat Uplift Force Stellar Only This procedure may be used to increase or decrease the uplift force required to raise an occupant from a tilt position to a level seat position Adjustment is made to both the upper and lower ends of the Gas Strut Assembly positioning the end of the Gas Strut forward or rearward of its initial attachment point under the Seat Pan There are many possible attachment points under the seat pan If the wheelchair occupant feels heavy when attempting to restore the wheelchair to a seat level position the gas strut attachment points should be moved rearward If the wheelchair occupant feels too light or if the attendant has to use force to push the Seat Assembly in to tilt when activating the tilt mechanism the gas strut attachment points should be moved forward IMPORTANT Be sure the strut is extended to full length before adjust
8. PDG PRODUCT DESIGN GROUP INC 103 318 East Kent Avenue South Vancouver BC Canada V5X 4N6 Ph 604 323 9220 Fax 604 323 9097 info pdgmobility com www pdgmobility com PDG Product Design Group Inc January 2014 STELLAR serles Stellar Stellar GL Stellar HD MANUAL TILT WHEELCHAIR Owner s Operation and Maintenance Manual DEALER For more information regarding This manual must be given PDG products parts amp service please visit to the user of the wheelchair www pdgmobility com USER Before using this wheelchair read this entire manual and C save for future reference Class 1 Medical Device Registration CA 004986 REE WARNING Do not operate this equipment without first reading and understanding this manual If you are unable to understand the warnings and instructions contact a health care professional such as a doctor or therapist who is familiar with this type of product before attempting to use this equipment Otherwise injury or damage may result Refer to this manual regularly for maximum safety and performance TABLE OF CONTENTS Special NOTES civuadedunvebeeuvenevereveweks 3 Procedure 4 Safety SUMMMANVcacuasvravernve eer eenrwedewes 3 Rear Wheels seeseeeeeneeeeees 1 Safety Handling of Wheelchairs 4 OE Front Casters esecesesessee50sasnsere ees 17 Standard Features cece eee e eee ees 9 Procedure 6 Unpacking and Assembly 065 9 Seat t
9. ROCEDURE 1 FRONT RIGGING This Procedure includes the following m Footrest Assembly Installation m Footrest Height Adjustment WARNING After making adjustments always make sure that parts are properly tightened BEFORE using the wheelchair Plug In Footrest Assembly Installation Stellar and Stellar GL only 1 To mount plug in style front rigging push the button located near the top of the footrest tube and slide into open square tube seat rail at front of chair Footrest hanger will lock into position when the button pops through hole near the front of the seat rail 2 Torelease front rigging push button front of seat rail and slide front rigging forward and out of the open square seat rail tube Swing Away Footrest Assembly Installation 1 To mount swing away style front rigging slide front rigging on already existing swing away adaptors The front rigging should click and lock into place 2 To release and swing away push button on front rigging and push front rigging aside PREE Footrest Height Adjustment Height adjustment is made to the desired length with individual sitting in wheelchair with feet on foot plates The lowest point of the foot plates should be no less than 2 from the ground or floor 1 Remove the nut bolt and coved washers and position the footrest assembly to a determined height 2 Line up mounting hole and the aluminum insert in the footrest tube reinsert the bo
10. TL 40 TL 30 TL 20 TL 10 1 Three positions that the gas strut spring assembly can be set at at shown at right Adjusting the tilt limiter Stellar GL only The Stellar GL comes standard set at 0 to 45 and can be limited to 10 20 30 or 40 of tilt 1 The tilt limiter is located underneath the seat pan on the upper frame A white plastic bushing is held in place by a pull pin 2 The image shows the four 4 different positions A pull pin is inserted in the frame to select the desired tilt stop PROCEDURE 10 MOTOR VEHICLE USE WARNING Identify whether your chair has been manufactured with the Transit Tie Down System TTDS If your chair is NOT equipped with the Transit Tie Down System TTDS this wheelchair DOES NOT meet federal standards for motor vehicle seating 1 NEVER let anyone sit in this chair while in a moving vehicle 2 ALWAYS secure the rider with proper vehicle restraints In an accident or sudden stop the rider may be thrown from the chair Wheelchair seatbelts will not prevent this and further injury may result from the belts or straps 1 Fit metal cable end into hole on trigger 4 Clip cable onto back post using plastic clips provided 5 Attach cable wire onto the strut slide steel ball through slot on lever so ball is underside of the lever 3 Push plastic parts together until they click in place PROCEDURE 9 TILT LIMITER This Procedure
11. aking Adjustments always make sure that parts are properly tightened BEFORE using the wheelchair Installing Replacing Caster Forks Stellar and Stellar GL 1 Remove the cap on top of caster housing j i Stellar and Stellar GL 2 Loosen nut on caster stem using a 34 socket wrench 3 Slide out caster fork assembly 4 Reassemble by reversing steps 1 3 Be sure bearings are replaced if removed 5 Test the wheelchair for maneuverability Installing Replacing Front Casters Stellar HD 1 Remove bolt from front of caster housing 2 Slide out caster 3 Reassemble by reversing steps 1 2 4 Test the wheelchair for maneuverability PROCEDURE 6 SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT This Procedure includes the following m Adjusting Seat to Floor Height WARNING After making Adjustments always make sure that parts are properly replaced and tightened BEFORE using the wheelchair Adjusting Seat to Floor Height Stellar The seat to floor height on the Stellar can be adjusted from 14 to 18 depending on front caster and rear wheel combinations An additional 2 height can be obtained by using an elevation extender kit Refer to the Stellar spec sheet for different seat height front caster rear wheel combinations PAGE 16 REE WARNING Make sure the detent pin and locking pins of the quick release axle are fully released BEFORE operating the wheelchair The locking pins MUST be protruding past the outside of the rear
12. arranty does not include any labor or shipping charges incurred in replacement part installation or repair of any such product PDG s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be limited to such repair and or replacement For warranty service please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your PDG product In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service please write directly to PDG at the address on the back cover page provide dealer s name address and date of purchase indicate nature of the defect and if the product is serialized indicate the serial number Do not return products to our factory without our prior consent Limitations and exclusions the foregoing warranty shall not apply to serial numbered products if the serial number has been removed or defaced products subjected to negligence accident improper operation maintenance or storage products modified without PDG s express written consent including but not limited to modification through the use of unauthorized parts or attachments products damaged by reason of repairs made to any component without the specific consent of PDG or to a product damaged by circumstances beyond PDG s control and such evaluation will be solely determined by PDG The warranty shall not apply to problems arising from normal wear or failure to adhere to these instructions The foregoing express warranty is exclusive and in lieu of any other warranties wh
13. atsoever whether express or implied including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and the sole remedy for violations of any warranty whatsoever shall be limited to repair or replacement of the defective product pursuant to the terms contained herein The application of any implied warranty whatsoever shall not extend beyond the duration of the express warranty provided herein The manufacturer shall not be liable for any consequential or incidental damages whatsoever This warranty shall be extended to comply with state provincial laws and requirements PAGE 26 RELE Performance Attributes of the Test Wheelchair Test Method Test Title Relevant Disclosure Wheelchair Type Manual All results meet at least the minimum performance requirements of AS 3695 AS 3696 1 Determination of static Manual Stable on a slope of 10 or labelled in accordance with stability Clause 6 1 Pass 100kg dummy with locked brakes in the fore direction gt 15 0 with locked brakes in the aft direction gt 15 gt 15 with unlocked brakes in the aft direction gt 15 0 with locked brakes in the transverse direction gt 15 AS3696 3 Determination of the Manual Parking brakes hold on a slope of 10 efficiency of brakes Pass 100kg dummy AS3696 8 Static impact amp fatigue Manual Pass 100kg strength Dimensional Attributes of the Test Wheelchair Test Method Test Title Relevant Results Wheelc
14. can be used to make the chair more stable but it will reduce the caster clearance when tipped backwards STELLAR Series PAGE 13 Cleaning Periodic cleaning of all surfaces will help keep your wheelchair looking good and operating properly All surfaces can be cleaned using warm water and a mild soap solution Do not use abrasive cleaners on any surfaces SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 1 Before using your PDG Stellar make sure all nuts and bolts are tight Check all parts for damage or wear and replace Check all parts for proper adjustment 2 Keep quick release axles if applicable free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and proper operation Refer to ADJUSTING THE QUICK RELEASE AXLE or in PROCEDURE 4 of this manual 3 If applicable oil quick release axles at least once 1 a month 3 in 1 oil or equivalent WARNING If pneumatic tires are used do not use the wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure p s i DO NOT over inflate the tires Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm 4 If tires are pneumatic recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire 5 The wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced when necessary at your authorized dealer or by a qualified technician 6 For wheelchairs with handrims periodically check handrims to ensure they are secured to the rear wheels P
15. gage CLOTHING GUARDS Inspect for bent or protruding metal Ensure all fasteners are secure SEAT BACK UPHOLSTERY Procedure 3 Inspect for rips or sagging Inspect fastening to ensure they are secure REAR WHEELS Procedure 4 No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun Quick release axles lock properly FRONT CASTER Procedure 5 Inspect wheel fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster caster should come to a gradual stop Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture CAUTION Wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced when necessary TIRES Procedures 5 and 6 Inspect for flat spots and wear If pneumatic tires check for proper installation x Inspect rear tires for cracks and wear CAUTION Wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced when necessary CLEANING Clean and wax all parts Clean upholstery and armrests Inspect axles are free from dirt lint etc Inspect tilt slides and roller bearings are free from dirt lint etc PREE TROUBLESHOOTING Problems Solution Chair veers right Chair veers left If pneumatic check tires for correct equal pressure Sluggish turn or performance Casters flutter x xX xxx 3 of 4 wheels contacting ground surface Sluggish turn or
16. hair Type AS 3696 5 Determination of all Manual overall dimensions mass and turning space Folded length Folded width ISO 7176 7 Determination of Manual seating dimensions Seat plane angle cece ccc cece ete een eens 1 5 Effective seat length Maximum seat width Seat surface height Backrest angle Backrest height STELLAR serles 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 NOTE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs PDG endeavors to supply 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 health care professional capable of making sucha selection WHEELCHAIR TIE DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT RESTRAINTS PDG recommends that wheelchair users NOT be transported in vehicles of any kind while in wheelchairs As of this date Transport Canada and the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie down systems for transportation of a user in a moving vehicle of any type while in a wheelchair It is PDG s position that users of wheelchairs should be transferred into appropriate seating in vehicles for transportation and that use be made of the restraints made available by the auto
17. he nut Cable ball Gas strut housing If the chair tilts without actuation the cable tension is too tight and needs loosening Reverse the procedure from above making more thread showing above the tightening nut Removing and Installing the Gas Strut Actuator Cable The procedure is outlined below for cable replacement 1 Grab the cable just in front of the trigger In one smooth motion pull straight down until the cable releases from the end of the trigger Pull the metal cable end out from the side of the trigger Disconnect the opposite end of the cable from the strut using a 7 16 and a 3 8 open end wrench To install the new cable refit to the strut by reversing step 2 Be sure to connect the cable ball to the actuating lever Re fit the metal cable end by inserting into the side of the trigger Feed the cable through to the front of the trigger Hold the plastic parts in place and press the trigger the cable should snap in place if not you may need to push it until it snaps PAGE 20 PREE WHEEL 12 16 20 22 24 HEIGHT 13 14 15 16 17 18 U A D gt U AQ D gt D U A WD gt D U A D gt D U O WD gt PROCEDURE 7 ADJUSTABLE SEAT TILT This Procedure includes the following m Adjusting seat tilt m Adjusting seat uplift force m Adjusting cable tension WARNING After making Adjustments always make sure that parts are properly tightened BEFOR
18. he wheelchair between floors when an elevator is NOT available 1 After the wheelchair has been tilted back to the balance point one assistant in the rear backs the wheelchair up against the first step while securely grasping a non removable non detachable part of the wheelchair for leverage 2 The second assistant with a firm hold on a non detachable E part of the framework lifts the wheelchair up and over the stair and steadies the wheelchair as the first assistant places one 1 foot on the next stair and repeats STEP 1 3 The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been rolled away from the stairway ESCALATORS SORRY DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors Serious bodily injury may occur STELLAR serves PAGE 23 Adjusting the tilt limiter Stellar and Stellar HD The tilt limiter is a yellow telescoping tube that is set beside the gas strut It has 6 holes to set the tilt stop 1 Insert the silver 10 32 Socket Cap Screw in the desired position Refer to section below for tilt degree settings Adjusting the tilt range Stellar GL Only The Stellar GL has 3 different tilt ranges all offering 45 of tilt The 3 options are 5 to 40 0 to 45 and 5 to 50 It is easily adjusted with one bolt at the end of the gas strut Tilt Limiter TL 50 Tilt Range Adjustment 5 to 50 0 to 45 5 to 40
19. industry PDG can not and does not recommend any specific wheelchair transportation systems REGARDING RESTRAINTS SEAT BELTS IT IS THE OBLIGATION OF THE HME DEALER THERAPISTS AND OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS TO DETERMINE IF A SEATING RESTRAINT IS REQUIRED TO ENSURE THE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT BY THE USER SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A FALL FROM A WHEELCHAIR SAFETY SUMMARY Operating Information Warning To determine and establish particular safety limits practice bending reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified health professional BEFORE attempting active use of the wheelchair DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects from behind as this may cause the wheel chair to tip over x DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the wheelchair may tip over DO NOT tilt the wheelchair without assistance DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors Serious bodily injury may occur DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with the wheel locks WHEEL LOCKS ARE NOT BRAKES X xXx Before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair every precaution should be taken to reduce the ga
20. ing 1 Determine whether you wish to move the gas strut forward or rearward see above Determine if the desired adjustment is possible you may have already set the chair at maximum or minimum lift STELLAR Series STANDARD FEATURES 1 Removable Armrest 5 Foot Plate 10 Back Rest 2 Wheel Lock 6 Front Caster 11 Rear Axle Bolt 3 Gas Strut Assembly yellow 7 Tilt Activator trigger 12 Lower Frame spring 8 Rear Wheel 13 Upper Seat Frame 4 Swing Away Front Rigging 9 Push Handle 14 Seat Cushion UNPACKING 1 Check for any obvious damage to the carton or its contents If damage is evident notify your Dealer Carrier immediately 2 Remove all loose packing from the carton 3 Carefully remove all components from the carton NOTE Unless the PDG Stellar is to be assembled immediately retain cartons and packing materials for use in storing the wheelchair until assembly is required OUT OF THE BOX ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS When unpacking a new Stellar you will need to assemble the armrests backrest front rigging if applicable connect the cable from the strut to the tilt activator trigger and anti tip tubes to complete the set up PAGE 10 REE Backrest The seat frame has two bolts installed along the left and right side of the rear of the seat frame Remove these bolts on each side and place the backrest subassembly into the back of the seat frame and replace bolts and fasten securely To attach til
21. ir owner to reach bend and transfer in and out of the wheelchair These movements will cause a change to the normal balance the center of gravity and the weight distribution of the wheelchair To determine and establish your particular safety limits practice bending reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified health professional BEFORE attempting active use of the wheelchair FUNCTIONAL REACH FROM A WHEELCHAIR Proper positioning is essential for your safety When reaching leaning bending forward it is important to use the front casters as a tool to maintain stability and balance The approximate reach limit values shown in the accompanying graph were derived on the basis of a sample of 91 male and 36 female subject wheelchair users Note the difference between the maximum and the comfortable reach limits a subjective but important consideration in design PREE REACHING LEANING and BENDING FORWARD Bending Forward Position the front casters so that they are extended as far as possible and engage wheel locks DO NOT LEAN FORWARD OF THE ARMRESTS Bending Backward WARNING DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery This will change your center of gravity and may cause you to tip over Position wheelchair as close as possible to the desired object Point front casters forward to create the longest possible wheelbase Reach back only as far as your arm will e
22. lt and securely tighten by hand Be sure to replace coved washers as well 3 Repeat the procedure for the other footrest NOTE Check to ensure that desired front rigging adjustment does not cause pressure to legs at front of seat upholstery Such a condition could cause injury to the occupant WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO STAND ON FOOT PLATES Standing on the foot plates will cause the chair to tip forward abruptly and may result in an injurious fall to the individual DO NOT ATTEMPT to lift chair by the footrests or leg rests These components are designed to separate from the wheelchair FRONT RIGGING SHOULD BE REMOVED when entering or exiting from the wheelchair PROCEDURE 2 ARMRESTS This Procedure includes the following m Adjusting Armrest Height m Removing Armrests E Armrest Pads Adjusting Armrest Height Dual Post Arms 1 Unlock the arm by depressing the black release button on the upper front of the armrest while moving the armrest up or down Adjust Armrest to desired height The armrest height will lock when the release button pops out of one of the armrest height adjustment holes Removing Armrests Dual Post Arms 1 Release the arm assembly by depressing the black release lever on the front of the armrest just above the seat pan while pulling the armrest up Adjusting Armrest Height Single Post Arms 1 Unlock the arm by depressing the black plastic release button on the side of the arm while moving
23. ned or tested as a seat for any kind of weight training If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus PDG shall NOT be liable for bodily injury and the warranty will be voided immediately Weight Limitation The PDG Stellar wheelchair has a weight limitation of 250 Ib unless otherwise specified by PDG Safety Handling of Wheelchairs Safety and Handling of the wheelchair requires close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant This manual points out the most common procedures and techniques involved in the safe operation and maintenance of the wheelchair It is important to practice and master these safe techniques until you are comfortable in maneuvering around frequently encountered architectural barriers Use this information only as a basic guide The techniques that are discussed on the following pages have been used successfully by many Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with daily living activities that may differ from those described in this manual PDG recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best in overcoming architectural obstacles that they may encounter Techniques in this manual are a starting point for the new wheelchair user and assistant with safety as the most important consideration for all STELLAR Series PAGE 25 CONTACTING YOUR SUPPLIER TO OBTAIN SERVICE PDG has trained customer service representatives in many locati
24. o Floor Heights 5 17 Safety Inspection Checklist 10 Procedure 7 Troubleshooting ecceceeeeseeeuees 12 Adjustable Seat Tilt 005 20 Mantenan E lt lt ode dvecceeeeescceesiesecas 12 Procedure 8 Adjust Gas Strut and Cable Assembly 21 Procedures Procedure 9 Procedure 1 Tilt Limiter ccccccecseeeeseeeeees 22 Front RIGGINGS ccscnsean send areas hun es 13 Procedure 10 Procedure 2 Motor Vehicle Use ceeceeaes 23 ATS eneee EEA oes EE EE E 14 Disclosure and Warranty 0 e000 25 Procedure 3 Seat and Back ccc cece eee eee 15 STELLAR Series PAGE 27 LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4 1975 This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser user of our products This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state PDG warrants its product except for the seat cushion which is not warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from date of purchase The side frames and cross members are warranted for the lifetime of the original purchaser user If within such warranty period any such product shall be proven to be defective such product shall be repaired or replaced at PDG s option This w
25. ons To find your nearest Customer Service Center visit our web site at www pdgmobility com and click on CONTACTS If you are uncertain about which CONTACT is most appropriate for your needs contact PDG directly using telephone fax or e mail contact information Supply the serial number from the product you are attempting to service and we will be happy to inform you of the supplier who initially provided your product DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE BY QUALIFIED SERVICE AGENT In some circumstances it may be required that your wheelchair be returned to a Qualified Service Agent for repairs If any of the following conditions are observed the wheelchair must be serviced by a Qualified Service Agent Any part of the frame is cracked or broken Any weld is cracked or broken Always contact your Service Agent prior to sending a wheelchair for repairs For safe and secure shipping the wheelchair must be boxed or fastened to a pallet to ensure it does not become damaged during shipping Service agent will provide specific instructions for packaging and shipping your wheelchair Alternatively Qualified Service Agent may arrange for pick up REE 3 NEVER transport this chair in the front seat of a vehicle It may shift and interfere with the driver 4 ALWAYS secure this chair so that it cannot roll or shift 5 Do not use any chair that has been involved in a motor vehicle accident If your chair is equipped with the Transit Tie Down System TTDS
26. p distance Turn both casters toward the object you are transferring onto When transferring to and from the wheelchair ALWAYS ENGAGE BOTH WHEEL LOCKS DO NOT operate on roads streets or highways REE DO NOT climb go up or down ramps or traverse slopes greater than 9 x DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline that is wet icy or contains an oily film x DO NOT attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles Doing so may cause your wheelchair to turn over and cause bodily harm or damage to the wheelchair DO NOT use unauthorized parts accessories or adapters other than those authorized by PDG DO NOT attempt to lift wheelchair by any removable detachable parts DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair For products supplied with anti tippers anti tippers must be attached at all times DO NOT use the footplate as a platform when getting in or out of the wheelchair X 8 amp ALWAYS wear your seat restraint Tire Pressure If pneumatic tires are supplied DO NOT use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure p s i DO NOT over inflate the tires Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm Y Replacement of a pneumatic tire or tube MUST be performed by an authorized PDG Dealer or Qualified Technician Weight Training PDG DOES NOT recommend the use of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus PDG wheelchairs have NOT been desig
27. r forward until the rear wheels roll up and over the curb REE METHOD 2 Wheelchairs without Step Tubes Unless the first assistant has exceptional upper body strength it is recommended that METHOD 2 use two 2 assistants The second assistant should be positioned at the front of the wheelchair lifting upward on a non removable non detachable part of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is being lowered to the ground The first assistant should stand on the sidewalk and turn the wheelchair so that the rear wheels are against the curb The wheelchair should be tilted back to the balance point and in one continuous downward movement the rear wheels should be pulled up and over the curb DO NOT return the front casters to the ground until the wheelchair has been pulled backward far enough for the front casters to clear the edge of the curb STAIRWAYS WARNING Do not attempt to lift a wheelchair by lifting on 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 Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move an occupied wheelchair up or down the stairs PDG recommends using two 2 assistants and making thorough preparations Make sure to use ONLY secure non detachable parts for hand held supports G Follow this procedure for moving t
28. rdance with the manufacturer s instructions and SAE J2249 11 Attach occupant restraints in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions and SAE J2249 12 Sudden stops or impacts can structurally damage your chair Chairs involved in such incidents should be replaced If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair a fall tip overs or loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others STELLAR Series Stability and Balance To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair you must at all times maintain proper balance Your wheelchair has been designed to remain upright and stable during normal daily activities as long as you do not move beyond the center of gravity Virtually all activities which involve movement in the wheelchair have an effect on the center of gravity PDG recommends using seat restraints for additional safety while involved in activities that shift your weight DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than the length of the armrests Make sure the casters are pointing in the forward position whenever you lean forward This can be achieved by advancing the wheelchair and then reversing it in a straight line Coping with Everyday Obstacles Coping with the irritation of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by learning how to manage your wheelchair Keep in mind your center of gravity to maintain stability balance A Note to Wheelchair Assi
29. stants When assistance to the wheelchair user is required remember to use good body mechanics Keep your back straight and bend your knees whenever tilting the wheelchair or traversing curbs or other impediments Be aware of any removable detachable parts These must NEVER be used for hand held or lifting supports as they may be inadvertently released resulting in possible injury to the user and or assistant s When learning a new assistance technique have an experienced assistant help before attempting it alone Tilting WARNING DO NOT tilt the wheelchair without assistance When tilting the wheelchair an assistant should grasp the back of the wheelchair on a non removable non detachable part Inform the wheelchair occupant before tilting the wheelchair and remind him her to lean back Be sure the occupant s feet and hands are clear of all wheels Tilting Curbs After mastering the techniques of tilting the wheelchair use this procedure to tackle shallow curbs short Stairs etc METHOD 1 Wheelchair With Step Tubes Apply a continuous downward motion until the balance point is achieved and the front casters clear the curb At this point the assistant will feel a difference in the weight distribution Roll the wheelchair forward and slowly lower the wheelchair in one continuous movement Do not let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground This could result in injury to the occupant Push the wheelchai
30. t actuator cable to the back post trigger follow instructions shown on page 21 Front Rigging Installing the front rigging depends on the type of front rigging included with chair For plug in front rigging push in the button on the side of the upper tube and slide into the frame until the button aligns with the hole on the frame and snaps into place For the swing away style front rigging mount the front rigging on top of the already mounted adaptor and lock into place Arm Assembly Install the arm assembly s by simply sliding the arms into the slotted arm receivers on the frame Anti Tip Tubes If anti tip tubes are not already installed on the chair locate them in the box and slide them into the receivers at the back underside of the frame so that the rollers are pointing downwards These will prevent the chair from overturning if the centre of gravity moves too far rearward and are mandatory for safety and warranty protection IMPORTANT With the user sitting in the chair check to ensure the wheelchair is stable in all tilted untilted positions before dispensing the wheelchair INSPECTION Examine exterior of the PDG Stellar for nicks dents scratches or other damages Inspect all components If damage is evident notify your Dealer Carrier immediately STORAGE 1 Store the repackaged PDG Stellar in a dry area 2 DO NOT place other objects on top of the repackaged wheelchair SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST NOTE
31. the armrest up or down Adjust Armrest to desired height The armrest height will lock when the release button pops out of the side of the arm Removing Armrests Single Post Arms 1 Release the arm assembly by lifting up on the black release lever of the arm receiver mounted to the seat frame while pulling the armrest up STELLAR Series PAGE 15 Armrest Pads 1 Check for rips or breaks If these are present replace immediately to maintain appearance and comfort Armrest pad should sit flush against frame If the pad is cracked or retaining screws are stripped replace pad immediately PROCEDURE 3 SEAT AND BACK This Procedure includes the following m Adjusting the Back Angle m Adjusting the Seat Depth WARNING After making adjustments always make sure that parts are properly tightened BEFORE using the wheelchair Adjusting the Back Angle The seat to back angle may be set at a range of 90 122 Only 2 bolts need to be removed in order to change the angle 1 To set the seat to back angle at 90 122 first loosen and remove the angle adjustment bolt shown Note there are two bolts one on each side of the chair 2 Adjust the bracket to the desired angle and re install the bolts 3 Retighten the nuts NOTE The locknuts should be re used no more than five 5 times to ensure locking material grips If locknuts are worn please replace PROCEDURE 4 REAR WHEELS This Procedure includes the
32. wheel axle receiver for a positive lock Keep locking pins clean Adjusting the Rear Axle position The rear wheel position may be adjusted forward or rearward 1 There are six bolts on each of the axle plates which hold the axle plates tight onto the lower frame To change the position of the rear wheels loosen these bolts slightly and slide the rear axles forward or rearward as desired Before re tightening be sure both rear axles are in the same location as measured from the rear of the lower frame members There are measuring indicators on the bottom of the lower frame members 2 The antitip tubes slide into receivers at the back of the frame so that the rollers prevent the chair from overturning if the centre of gravity moves too far rearward IMPORTANT With the user sitting in the chair check to ensure the wheelchair is stable in all tilted untilted positions before dispensing the wheelchair Setup of 16 22 24 Rear Wheel Anti tippers Axle positions are noted by the location of the rear edge of the axle plate on the ruled sticker on the frame The hole position on the anti tip tube is shown Stellar ee was Axle Position Anti Tip a Axle Position Wheel Position 5 3 2 42 4 434 634 5 7 _ 8 6 Axle Bolt Axle Plate Spacer Reference Point Ruler a Label a Lower E J e Frame Anti Tip Position The extra positions on the anti tipper 1 through 3
33. xtend without changing your sitting position STELLAR serves PAGE 21 Carefully remove the nut and bolt from the upper end of the gas strut Note that the spring is held in compression by a separate pin and will not extend when the bolt is removed When reassembling be sure that strut location on the lower frame strut mount coincides in height with the height connection on the front elevation bracket Re assemble the gas strut ends to the desired attachment points under the Seat Pan Reinstall locknuts and tighten securely PROCEDURE 8 ADJUSTABLE GAS STRUT AND CABLE ASSEMBLY Adjusting Cable Tension Once receiving and assembling the chair you may find that the chair tilts with user in it when the trigger is not actuated or chair will not tilt when trigger is actuated This problem may also occur over time as the cable wire stretches A simple procedure is needed to adjust the tension of the IMPORTANT Before adjusting be sure the steel Tightening nut Cable to trigger cable wire ball at bottom end of cable wire is inserted into actuating lever slot and cable is properly attached to trigger If the chair does not tilt when trigger is actuated the cable wire is too loose and needs to be tightened To do so remove the rubber sleeve above the gas strut Cable wire housing on the cable and turn the tightening nut so Lever slot Actuating lever less thread is showing above t
34. y to the Base Frame 4 Reposition the lower end of the Gas Strut Assembly Strut A B or C to the elevation hole corresponding to the selected seat elevation SH A B or C 5 Install and tighten all appropriate nuts 6 Test the wheelchair to ensure the seat pan can be positioned approximately level when the gas strut is fully extended Check to ensure all screws and nuts are assembled securely Adjusting Seat to Floor Height Stellar HD The seat to floor height on the Stellar HD can be adjusted from 16 to 18 1 Remove the pivot bolts that attach the upper seat frame to the lower base frame these are two socket head bolts located on the outside of the seat pan assembly one screw on each side 2 Reposition the Seat Frame to the desired elevation There are three elevation choices 3 Remove the socket head bolt located on the Base Frame which connects the lower end of the gas strut assembly to the Base Frame 4 Reposition the lower end of the Gas Strut Assembly Strut A B or C to correspond to the selected seat elevation SH A B or C as shown STELLAR Series PAGE 11 ITEM INSPECT ADJUST every 6 months GENERAL Wheelchair rolls straight no excessive drag or pull to one side Ensure all hardware is tight WHEEL LOCKS Procedure 6 Do not interfere with tires when rolling Pivot points free of ware and looseness x Wheel locks easy to en
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