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Enigma Spirit Wheelchair 

Owners Handbook 

Page 11 of 16 

Part Code: Z15996 (Rev A)

 

 

 

 

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Warning: 

Do not raise the front castors by pushing down on the 

push  handles  as  this  could  result  in  damage  to  the 

wheelchair. 

 

9. USI NG THE WHEELCHAIR IN A VEH ICL E  

The  wheelchair  user  should  transfer  to  a  normal  vehicle  seat 
and  the  wheelchair  should  be  safely  stored  away.  The 

wheelchair  has  not  been  designed  to  be  used  as  a  seat  in  a 

motor vehicle, and failure to follow the above instructions could 

result in injury. 

 

10. TYRE PRESSURE AND INFLATIO N  

The Enigma wheelchair comes with solid tyres on both front and 
rear  wheels,  and  hence  there  is  no  need  to  monitor  tyre 

pressure. 
 

Summary of Contents for SPIRIT

Page 1: ...Enigma Spirit Wheelchair Owners Handbook Page 1 of 16 Part Code Z15996 Rev A ENIGMA SPIRIT WHEELCHAIR ...

Page 2: ...ails 2 I N T R O D U C T I O N The Enigma Spirit wheelchair been designed with elegance and quality in mind It is suitable for occasional or frequent use and can be used outdoors and indoors It s aluminium frame is lightweight and durable The wheelchair is designed for a single user of up to 115kg 18 stone The wheelchair comes with 24 wheels which allow either the user or an attendant to propel th...

Page 3: ... Wheelchair Owners Handbook Page 3 of 16 Part Code Z15996 Rev A 3 P A R T S D E S C R I P T I O N LEG REST CASTOR WHEEL PARKING BRAKE QUICK RELEASE PIN REAR WHEEL ARMREST HALF FOLD MECHANISM BACK CANVAS PUSH HANDLE ...

Page 4: ... WHEEL ANTI TIP WHEEL 4 A D J U S T M E N T F E A T U R E S Armrests The angle and front height of the armrests can be adjusted to suit each user To adjust the angle press the button shown in the photograph whilst pulling up or down on the front of the armrest When the desired angle is reached release the button to lock ...

Page 5: ... the desired position is reached Finally retighten the allen bolt to secure 5 F O L D I N G B A C K M E C H A N I S M The wheelchair has a half fold back mechanism which has been designed so that the wheelchair will fit in to small spaces by reducing the wheelchair height To fold the back push in the black lever using your thumb whilst pulling the push handle down Then repeat for the other side Wa...

Page 6: ... i Legrests The legrests can swing in out and are removable for convenience Pull the button arrowed on to unlock the legrest and then swing the legrest in or out as required To remove the legrest swing the legrest out approximately 45º and pull up on the leg rest To reinstall the leg rest insert the leg rest at 45º then swing the legrest inwards until it locks in position Warning Always ensure the...

Page 7: ... the other hand should grip the centre of the wheel push the centre pin inwards and in the same movement pull the wheel hub away from the wheel To put the wheels back the procedure should be reversed iii Folding the wheelchair The wheelchair has been designed with an easy fold mechanism To fold the chair ensure that the legrests are removed or the footplates flipped up Remove the seat and back cus...

Page 8: ...rs Do not reverse down a gradient Maintain proper balance at all times Users should not move their centre of gravity out of the seating area Do not reach for items further than your arm will extend Be aware of hazards in your environment such as narrow doorways steps household appliances children s toys etc We recommend you consult your healthcare professional for advice about transferring to and ...

Page 9: ...wheelchair by applying pressure to the handrim using their hands The wheelchair should not be propelled by the user in environments where the user cannot stop the wheelchair promptly and comfortably If an attendant is propelling the wheelchair they should push using the push handles ii Brakes The wheelchair comes with right and left parking brakes To apply the brakes push down on the brake handle ...

Page 10: ...r example To use push down on the stepper tube with a foot Warning Do not raise the front castors by pushing down on the push handles as this could result in damage to the wheelchair To mount a kerb Approach the kerb head on Then the attendant uses the stepper tube to raise the front castors and lowers the front castors on the raised kerb Finally the attendant should push the wheelchair forward li...

Page 11: ... IN A VEHICLE The wheelchair user should transfer to a normal vehicle seat and the wheelchair should be safely stored away The wheelchair has not been designed to be used as a seat in a motor vehicle and failure to follow the above instructions could result in injury 10 TYRE PRESSURE AND INFLATION The Enigma wheelchair comes with solid tyres on both front and rear wheels and hence there is no need...

Page 12: ...h a duster or damp cloth The wheelchair comes with a toolkit to perform simple maintenance tasks and most common adjustments The user should routinely check the following items It is recommended that a Drive Medical dealer services the wheelchair annually where these items should be repaired replaced adjusted and or lubricated if required Tyre wear Wheel bearings Castors Brakes Legrest locking mec...

Page 13: ...d Width 32cm 12 Seat D 40 x 45 x 48cm 16 x 18 x 18 Carry Weight 5 8kg 13lb Total Weight 14 9kg 33lb Weight Capacity 18 stone 115 kg Max Gradient 10º 18 All dimensions are based on the wheelchair in its default configuration D Dimensions L x W x H Warning Do not exceed the weight capacity or maximum gradient stated above Failure to do so could result in damage or injury ...

Page 14: ...uire repair or replacement clearly as a direct result of a manufacturing or material defect Such items include among others upholstery and tyres 7 The above warranty conditions apply to brand new wheelchairs Second hand wheelchairs supplied directly by Drive Medical carry a six month warranty period If you are unsure whether your wheelchair is covered contact your dealer 8 Under normal circumstanc...

Page 15: ...A Other Products in the Drive Medical Range Please contact your local Drive Medical Dealer for a catalogue Drive Medical Ltd Ainley s Industrial Estate Elland West Yorkshire HX5 9JP Tel 44 0 1422 314488 Email enquiries drivemedical co uk Web www drivemedical co uk Dealer Stamp ...

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