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•  Before reaching or leaning forward, 

rotate castors to front of the wheelchair 
and engage wheel locks to help prevent 
wheelchair from tipping over. 

•  Do not lean over or apply weight to the 

top of wheelchair back. This can cause 
wheelchair to tip over. When trying to 
extend arms over back, only reach as far 
as your arm can extend without having to 
alter your seating position. 

•  DO NOT stand on wheelchair. 

•  DO NOT use wheel locks to slow your 

descent down an incline. 

•  Abruptly changing directions while going 

down an incline could cause instability or 
possible tipping over.

Summary of Contents for Explorer

Page 1: ...www careco co uk OWNERS HANDBOOK Product Code WC01056 Explorer Self Propelled Wheelchair ...

Page 2: ...Your CareCo Explorer Wheelchair 1 Attendent push handles 2 Armrest pad 3 Footplate 4 Castor 5 Hand brakes 6 Rear wheel with cap hub List of Parts 2 1 3 4 5 6 ...

Page 3: ...ill take a maximum user weight of 200kg 32 stone It is a self propelled wheelchair and can be propelled by the wheelchair user using the rear wheel handrims or by an attendant carer using the push handles at the rear The CareCo Explorer folds up too for ease of transportation and storage Wheelchair Dimensions 80cm Width x 107cm Length x 91cm Height Seat Dimensions 56cm Width x 41cm Depth x 50cm He...

Page 4: ...justed wheel Wipe chrome parts with a clean soft cloth at least once a week All metal parts can be cleaned with auto wax or similar poducts If exposed to moisture dry immediately Do not use an abrasive cleanser that will scratch the finish Open wheelchair by tilting to one side and pushing down on seat rail until fully opened First fold foot plates to vertical position Grab seat with both hands at...

Page 5: ...rest should not be lower than 2 1 2 from the ground to ensure clearance Lift foot plate on leg rest assembly to desired position Release leg rest assembly and it will automatically lock into place To lower push out on leg rest lever and lower foot plate to desired position Remove arms by depressing spring button and lifting arms out of front and rear sockets Release lock by pushing on the front ri...

Page 6: ...en nut and bolt to secure in position Test for correct locking action before actual use Solid rubber tyres need minimal maintenance but should be cleaned occasionally with a damp cloth Replace if tires become severely worn or cracking appears Castors should be checked periodically and lubricated occasionally Lubricate by removing fork and greasing castor stem bearings Lubricate wheel bearings by r...

Page 7: ...stabilise the chair Be sure of your own capabilities limitations and strength before attempting to go up a ramp Correct techniques on ramp negotiation should be shown to you by a qualified professional Assistance is recommended when going up or down inclines greater than 10o If you must stop on an incline avoid sudden abrupt movement when you resume movement Because of the backward angle of the ch...

Page 8: ...air on roadways streets or any surfaces with vehicular traffic Do not attempt to operate on inclines 10º or greater without proper assistance Be sure to completely engage wheel locks when getting in and out of wheelchair or when in elevator or wheelchair lift Wheelchair should be on a smooth stable and level area with wheel locks engaged before transferring user in or out of wheelchair Do not adju...

Page 9: ... the top of wheelchair back This can cause wheelchair to tip over When trying to extend arms over back only reach as far as your arm can extend without having to alter your seating position DO NOT stand on wheelchair DO NOT use wheel locks to slow your descent down an incline Abruptly changing directions while going down an incline could cause instability or possible tipping over ...

Page 10: ...rranty CareCo will at our discretion replace the wheelchair or supply parts to remedy This warranty does not cover device failure due to owner misuse or negligence or due to normal wear and tear The warranty does not extend to non durable parts such as rubber accessories castors grips and arm pads which are subject to normal wear and tear and require periodic replacement If you have any queries pl...

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