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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 EN 12183:2014

PLEASE NOTE: 

Your Wheelchair has a unique identification serial number. This is located on the main cross 
brace below the seat canvas and should be used in all correspondence.

Write your serial number here for future reference:

SAFETY SUMMARY 

The following recommendations are made for the safe use of the wheelchair.
 

NOTE: Do not assemble or use this equipment without first reading and understanding 
this instruction manual.  

The helper should not place all of their weight on the handles by lifting their feet off 
the floor as this will place adverse strain on the handles.

If you cannot understand the instructions, please contact Aidapt, a Healthcare Professional 
or a Dealer before installing this equipment.  

This model 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

When folding the Wheelchair for transportation in a car the leg rests can be 
detached leaving the frame weight of (10.3 kg).

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 VA170 Range

Page 1: ...Assembly and Operating Instructions This file is available to view and download as a PDF at www aidapt co uk Sight impaired customers can use a free PDF Reader such as adobe com reader to zoom in and...

Page 2: ...MMARY The following recommendations are made for the safe use of the wheelchair NOTE Do not assemble or use this equipment without first reading and understanding this instruction manual The helper sh...

Page 3: ...EN 1021 2 2006 ISO 8191 2 1998 Care should be exercised near open flames or burning cigarettes v WARNING Surface areas of your Wheelchair can get hot when the wheelchair is exposed to external source...

Page 4: ...ake handle will click again which means the parking brake has been applied To release the brakes from either the 1 click or 2 click position then press the release handle BRAKE ADJUSTMENT The brakes m...

Page 5: ...h 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...

Page 6: ...he handles 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 wheelchai...

Page 7: ...m shows details of the wheelchair terminology used in this manual Push Handles Folding Back Mechanism Fixed Armrest Pad Carry Handles Leg Rest Release Lever Foot Rest Adjustment Bolt Tip Bar Adjustabl...

Page 8: ...hen 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 c...

Page 9: ...ould be routinely cleaned with a mild soap and water solution Never use paint remover or thinners on upholstery 2 Metal Parts Clean all metal parts with a wax compound such as car wash to maintain fin...

Page 10: ...ge Your Wheelchairs has been made from the finest materials and tested to BS EN 12183 1999 for your complete piece of mind and the expected service life of your wheelchair is 5 years 9 Recycling of yo...

Page 11: ...dapt co uk 1 The purchaser shall complete the registration form below and send it to Aidapt within 14 days of purchase of the product together with a copy of the sales invoice receipt 2 If any defect...

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