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Summary of Contents for Traveler L4

Page 1: ...2010 GF Health Products Inc Read this manual before operating your wheelchair Save this manual for future use The most current version of this manual can be found online at www grahamfield com Manual Wheelchair User Manual ...

Page 2: ...ENTS 13 6 TRANSPORTING THE TRAVELER L4 21 7 MAINTENANCE 23 8 TROUBLESHOOTING 28 9 LIMITED WARRANTY 29 10 INDEX 31 GF Health Products Inc is not responsible for typographical errors Packaging warranties products and specifications are subject to change without notice Graham Field Everest Jennings E J and Traveler are registered trademarks of GF Health Products Inc ...

Page 3: ...eir recommenda tions about safety methods and never hesitate to ask for their assistance Your wheelchair should receive frequent regularly scheduled mainte nance including an inspection of the mechanical parts to ensure proper operation Some suggested inspection procedures troubleshooting pro cedures and adjustment procedures are included in this manual When it comes to service and repair remember...

Page 4: ...end the use of anti tippers at all times WARNING When in use anti tippers must be installed in the downward position Please note the following special statements used throughout this manual and their significance WARNING Indicates a potential hazard situation or unsafe practice that if not avoided could result in death or serious personal injury Caution Indicates a potential hazard situation or un...

Page 5: ...raham Field dealer immediately as a hazardous situ ation could result causing personal injury or damage to your wheelchair ONLY EXCELLENT CONDITION IS ACCEPTABLE WHERE SAFETY IS CONCERNED Periodic inspection adjustment and replacement of worn parts will provide many years of superb performance WARNINGS WARNING Traveler L4 maximum weight capacity is 16 seat depth 250 lb 114 kg 18 seat depth 300 lb ...

Page 6: ... step on the footplates while trans ferring to or from your wheelchair This could cause the wheel chair to tip or may cause personal injury or damage to your wheelchair WARNING Always engage wheel locks before transferring us ing a wheelchair lift or using an elevator WARNING Ensure that wheelchair is on a stable level surface and engage wheel locks before and during transfer WARNING Operate only ...

Page 7: ...calators WARNING Wheel locks are not brakes Do not use the wheel locks to slow down your wheelchair or while the wheelchair is moving Wheel locks are only intended to keep the wheelchair in place when it is at a complete stop WARNING GF Health Products Inc specifically disclaims re sponsibility for any personal injury or property damage which may occur during any use which does not comply with fed...

Page 8: ...with main components identified in Traveler L4 illustration below Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice anti tipper optional wheel lock cross brace frame rear wheel caster wheel footrest caster housing caster fork armpad arm seat upholstery back upholstery push handle back post ...

Page 9: ...r When performing such activities do so as instructed in the following paragraphs to avoid tipping the wheelchair TRANSFER ACTIVITIES WARNING Always ensure that the wheelchair is on a stable level surface and engage wheel locks before transfer WARNING Do not step on the footplates this could cause the wheelchair to tip Fold them up and either detach them or swing them aside WARNING There is a crit...

Page 10: ...ing this could cause the wheelchair to tip 1 Maneuver the wheelchair as close as possible to the object you wish to reach 2 Rotate both casters fully forward Go forward and then back the wheelchair toward the object to swing the casters fully forward 3 Engage both wheel locks 4 Ensure that the casters are rotated fully forward before reaching If not repeat step 2 Backward WARNING Do not engage the...

Page 11: ...ow your own capabilities and limitations in terms of strength and endurance before attempting to negotiate an incline or decline Practice with an attendant or healthcare professional first before attempt ing any inclines declines curbs or ramps Always inspect the ramp for hazards such as holes slippery or uneven surfaces etc before starting up or down If you can not see the entire ramp ask someone...

Page 12: ...e wheelchair user When you encounter curbs find a way around or use the ramps now available in most locations If you encounter steps and there is no ramp available avoid the steps by utilizing the disabled desig nated elevators now required in most locations WARNING Never attempt to negotiate steps stairs or escala tors in your Traveler L4 ...

Page 13: ...an safely operate the wheelchair with the adjustments selected This person must evaluate the user s abil ity weight physical condition the environment in which the wheelchair will be used and the terrain over which the wheelchair will travel All adjustments and their page locations are referenced in the index at the end of this manual Specific tools needed to perform each adjustment are identified...

Page 14: ...elease in one of several predrilled holes To adjust 1 Pull upper arm release until it unlocks freeing upper arm to move up and down To keep in unlocked position while adjust ing arm height turn the release knob 90 degrees 2 Holding upper arm by center of armpad slide upper arm up or down to desired height Ensure both front and back of armpad are at the same height 3 Rotate release knob back to for...

Page 15: ...use the wheelchair to tip Remove footrest 1 To release lock pull swinga way release lever forward toward front of wheelchair Footrest will swing outward 2 To remove lift footrest straight up off wheelchair hinge pins Attach footrest 1 Set footrest on wheelchair so that footrest hinge plates engage wheelchair hinge pins 2 Swing footrest inward 3 Ensure that swingaway release lever is locked in a re...

Page 16: ...lock ing button and adjust the footplate to the desired length Ensure that the locking button is completely extended and securely fastened in the adjustment hole 3 Fasten latch to secure footplate extension inside hanger 4 Repeat steps 1 3 for the other footplate exten sion 5 Ensure that both footplate extensions are securely fastened and that minimum ground clearance is 2 1 2 inches WARNING Ensur...

Page 17: ...move elevating legrest 1 To release lock pull swingaway release lever forward toward front of wheelchair Legrest will swing outward 2 To remove lift legrest straight up off wheelchair hinge pins Attach elevating legrest 1 Set legrest on wheel chair so that legrest hinge plates engage wheelchair hinge pins 2 Swing legrest in ward 3 Ensure that legrest is locked in place and that swingaway release l...

Page 18: ...ting legrest is locked in posi tion WARNING Ensure that legrests are locked in place before occupying or operating wheelchair Adjust elevating legrest panel position The legrest panel can be rotated up and out of the way Refer to picture above 1 To adjust panel hold the panel and rotate it upward 2 To return panel to position hold the panel and rotate downward The panel will stop at the proper pos...

Page 19: ...sbraces M13 wrench M6 hex key Check the crossbraces to ensure that the bolt and nut securing both crossbraces in the center of the wheelchair are secure crossbraces should be loose enough to fold easily yet snug enough to take up excess play Use a M13 wrench and M6 hex key to tighten ...

Page 20: ...osition and slide it 3 8 closer to the tire 4 Use an M11 wrench to tighten the adjustment bolt and engage the wheel lock to check the fit The wheel lock should indent the tire at least 3 8 5 Repeat steps 1 4 for other wheel lock Tighten the adjustment bolts securely to eliminate wheel lock movement on frame WARNING Ensure that wheel locks are adjusted so that they lock in place appropriately befor...

Page 21: ... transfer to the vehicle seat and use the restraint provided by the vehicle manufacturer The Traveler L4 can easily be transported by folding the wheelchair 1 Detach front rigging from wheelchair 2 Remove the seat cushion if so equipped 3 Fold the wheelchair pull up sharply on the seat sling at front and rear center at the same time To fold wheelchair completely tip the wheelchair sideways so whee...

Page 22: ... arm cradles as shown below arm not shown locked correct position right front seat rail seat rail arm cradle not locked right front seat rail seat rail arm cradle 3 Attach footrests or legrests to wheelchair 4 Reinstall the seat cushion if so equipped WARNING When reassembling the wheelchair ensure that seat is completely open If not wheelchair is unsafe to occupy WARNING Ensure that footrests or ...

Page 23: ...not answered by this manual Note We recommend that you have a Graham Field dealer per form a six month maintenance check as the dealer may find and correct a problem which might otherwise go undetected and eventually cause more serious problems and or personal injury Do it yourself maintenance You can do many of the scheduled maintenance tasks yourself if you have mechanical ability and a few basi...

Page 24: ... bearings dealer List of tools The tools and cleaning supplies listed will assist in the procedures out lined in Section 7 30 weight oil available at most auto parts stores Phillips screwdriver soft cloth mild soap and water solution General care Always evaluate the overall operation of your wheelchair It should func tion with ease and should travel straight without excessive drag or pull to one s...

Page 25: ...t immediately Inspect the hardware for loose ness or signs of wear Ensure that the locking mechanism operates smoothly The locking as sembly should be tight enough so that the wheel can not rotate or the lock slip Check that the locking shoe does not press against the tire when in the unlocked position Excessive force should not be required to either engage or release wheel locks Oil the wheel loc...

Page 26: ...nding The bearings should be clean and rotate smoothly Check rim sideplay to verify that bearings are not too loose If there is a problem contact your Graham Field dealer If adjustment is required this should be done by your Graham Field dealer only Check arms Check arms at least once a month Inspect for sharp edges or cracks which could weaken the arm and replace if found Ensure that all attachin...

Page 27: ...icals or spray silicone Never use abrasive cleansers they could scratch the finish Never use steam or high pressure cleaners Clean upholstery and plastic components at least once a month with a mild soap and water solution Check casters Check the caster stems for proper rotation at least every three months The caster fork must swivel freely to facilitate steering and handling Adjusting the stem nu...

Page 28: ...ositions and that casters are mounted in identical positions Caster stem s may be adjusted improperly Correct adjustment looseness in wheelchair squeaks rattles caster flutter sluggish turning chair veers left chair veers right SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE AND CORRECTIVE ACTION Note Use only Everest Jennings replacement parts A Traveler L4 parts catalog is available through Graham Field dealers to as si...

Page 29: ...e consumer commences on the first date a product is delivered to the consumer by the seller dealer If the product is rented or leased the warranty period commences on the invoice date from GF Health Products Inc A copy of the invoice showing date of purchase must be provided when submitting warranty claims When proof of purchase date is not provided warranty coverage shall commence upon GF Health ...

Page 30: ... PURPOSE AND SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN AND THE REMEDY FOR VIOLATIONS OF ANY IMPLIED WAR RANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE REPAIR REPLACEMENT CREDIT AND OR REFUND OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT OR PART PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN GF HEALTH PRODUCTS INC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER This warranty gives y...

Page 31: ...Elevating legrest panel position adjust 18 F Footrest attach 15 Footrest remove 15 Footrest detachable swingaway 15 G Getting started 8 H Handling tips 9 Handrims check 25 I Introduction 3 M Maintenance 23 N Note significance 4 R Ramps and Inclines 11 Reaching bending 10 Rear wheel adjustment check 26 Rear wheels 13 S Safety precautions 5 T Tires check 25 Tools for adjustment list 13 Tools for mai...

Page 32: ...USA Corporate Headquarters GF Health Products Inc 2935 Northeast Parkway Atlanta Georgia 30360 USA tel 800 347 5678 770 447 1609 fax 800 726 0601 678 291 3232 www grahamfield com ...

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