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Assembly and Operating Instructions 

Ver. 4 01/14 (2289) 

 

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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 BS EN12183 2009.  

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 VA169 is intended for assistance pushing use only and not for wheeling by 
the person sitting in the Wheelchair.  

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 loose parts.  
Any modification to this product without the express permission from Aidapt will 
invalidate your guarantee.  

 

 

Summary of Contents for VA169

Page 1: ...EN Deluxe Attendant Propelled Steel Wheelchair VA169 Assembly and Operating Instructions...

Page 2: ...e 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 BS EN12183 200...

Page 3: ...ntact 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 br...

Page 4: ...at fabric at the front and back edges and lift Fig 2 Note The seat rails must be fully engaged in the seat frame support brackets before sitting down Fig 1 Fig 2 Note When opening and closing your Whe...

Page 5: ...7 Fig 7a Attendant Brakes These are located on the handles and have a 2 click system See Fig 7b To slow the wheelchair pull the brake handles which will click once and then by applying further pressu...

Page 6: ...justment see Fig 7a whereby Nut A needs to be released and then the adjustor needs to be turned clockwise anticlockwise to adjust the brakes After adjustment re tighten Nut A Should further adjustment...

Page 7: ...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...

Page 8: ...rb 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 ba...

Page 9: ...due to reason of pain or discomfort transfer may not be possible The VA169 wheelchair chair has been successfully tested according to the requirements of ISO 7176 Part 19 Wheelchairs for Use in Transp...

Page 10: ...gion of the vehicle Ensure the wheelchair brakes are applied 5 To minimise the potential for head injuries in an impact allow a clear space of at least 400 mm behind and 650 mm in front of the head of...

Page 11: ...ly and Operating Instructions Ver 4 01 14 2289 11 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The following diagram shows details of the wheelchair terminology used in this manual VA169 Deluxe Attendant Propelled Steel Wheel...

Page 12: ...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 materia...

Page 13: ...t 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 fit...

Page 14: ...hair is fitted with pneumatic tires and you have a puncture please take your wheelchair to the nearest dealer or bicycle repair center 5 Castors Check periodically that the bolt and nut securing the w...

Page 15: ...2 months on all other parts The warranty is subject to the following conditions 1 The purchaser shall complete the registration form below and send it to Aidapt Bathrooms Ltd within 14 days of purchas...

Page 16: ...ions Ver 4 01 14 2289 16 Aidapt Bathrooms Ltd Lancots Lane Sutton Oak St Helens WA9 3EX Telephone 44 0 1744 745 020 Fax 44 0 1744 745 001 Web www aidapt co uk Email accounts aidapt co uk adaptations a...

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