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WARNING

Do not attempt to adjust or operate wheelchair 

without reading carefully all instructions in this 

manual.

This wheelchair has not been approved as a 

seat that can be used within vehicles of any 

kind.  Always transfer wheelchair user to a 

vehicle manufacturers approved seat and use 

safety restraints available.
Do not operate this wheelchair on roadways, 

streets or any surfaces with vehicular traffic.
Do not attempt to operate on inclines 10% 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 adjust foot rests any lower than 2-1/2” 

from floor.
When getting in or out of wheelchair, do not 

stand on or apply weight to foot rests.
Before reaching or leaning forward, rotate cast-

ers to front of the wheelchair engage wheel 

locks to help prevent wheelchair from tipping 

over.

REMOVAL  OF  SWING-AWAY  FOOT  RESTS/LEG 

RESTS 

- Release lock by pushing on the front rigging 

lever. Swing-away foot rest /leg rest out and side-

ways. Lift to remove.

ADJUSTING LENGTH OF FOOTREST/LEG REST 

When adjusting length of foot rests or leg rests, user 

should be sitting in wheelchair with feet on the foot 

plates. Loosen bolt on the clamp around support 

assembly. Raise or lower foot plate to desired posi-

tion that will provide maximum support of thighs. 

Front rigging should not be so low that it causes 

uncomfortable pressure to thighs at front of seat 

upholstery. Footrest should not be lower than 2-1/2” 

from the ground to ensure clearance.

ADJUSTING/ELEVATING  LEG  REST

 - 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.

WHEELS

 - Large rear wheels should be inspected 

at least once a month to ensure proper tightness. If 

wheel wobbles or is loose, release lock nut and tight-

en axle bolt slightly.  Test for proper tightness by 

learning chair to one side and spin adjusted wheel.

GENERAL CARE

 - 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.

TO  OPEN  CHAIR 

- Open wheelchair by tilting to 

one side and pushing down on seat rail until fully 

opened.

TO CLOSE/FOLD CHAIR

 - First fold foot plates to 

vertical position. Grab seat with both hands at front 

and back edge and lift. Or, tilt chair to one side and 

lift up on seat rail.

REMOVABLE ARMS

 - Remove arms by depressing 

spring button and lifting arms out of front and rear 

sockets.

Summary of Contents for Drive viper plus gt

Page 1: ...gt full reclining wheelchair www drivemedical com www drivemedical com EU Authorized Representative Drive Medical LTD Ainley s Industrial Estate Elland West Yorkshire United Kingdom HX5 9JP Rev4 1 5 18 Rev4 1 5 18 ...

Page 2: ...ould result in accidental locking tipping to one side or cause a sudden stop Avoid changing direction when going down an incline as this could result in instability of tipping over WHEEL LOCKS Engage both wheel locks before getting in or out of chair leaning forward in chair or while in an elevator or wheelchair lift Proper adjust ment of wheel lock is at least 1 8 when locked Locks are engaged by...

Page 3: ...tting in wheelchair with feet on the foot plates Loosen bolt on the clamp around support assembly Raise or lower foot plate to desired posi tion that will provide maximum support of thighs Front rigging should not be so low that it causes uncomfortable pressure to thighs at front of seat upholstery Footrest should not be lower than 2 1 2 from the ground to ensure clearance ADJUSTING ELEVATING LEG ...

Page 4: ...us GT Full Reclining comes with a quick release rear axle To adjust the position of the rear wheel depress the center hub figure 1 and the lock will disengage Pull the wheel off the frame Select the axle position and place the wheel shaft in until an audible click is heard The 3 position front caster can be adjusted for positioning with the rear wheel To adjust the front caster loosen the bolt out...

Page 5: ...ble angle back that adjusts from 5 degrees to 20 degrees in 5 degree increments To adjust the angle locate the adjustment flange located at the rear of the frame under the seat figure 2 Loosen both of the bolts with the allen wrench included Do not remove the bolts completely Repeat for the oppo site side of the chair With the bolts on both sides loose slowly pull back on the cane handles figure 3...

Page 6: ...s been factory set at the shortest position Follow the instructions below to extend the seat depth of your chair seat extension instructions 3 The seat extension post is located inside the seat frame To access it turn screw counter clockwise and remove it 4 Pull upward on seat extension post until the second hole on the seat post lines up with the hole on seat frame Re insert screw into bottom hol...

Page 7: ... dependable service This warranty does not cover device failure due to owner misuse or negligence or normal wear and tear The warranty does not extend to non durable components such as rubber accessories casters and grips which are subject to normal wear and need periodic replacement If you have a question about your Drive device or his warranty please contact an authorized Drive dealer Warning Th...

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