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Part Code: Z16999 (Rev E)
5. Transporting the Wheelchair
To transport the wheelchair, first fold up the wheelchair and
fold down the back as previously described. Then remove the
legrests by pushing the chrome lever on the legrests whilst
pulling the legrest away from the chair. This operation should
unlock the legrest and allow it to be removed by lifting up on
the legrest.
The LAWC001 and LAWC002 come with quick release rear
wheels. With one hand holding up the wheelchair frame, 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. Check that the wheel is
securely fastened before use by pulling the wheel and
ensuring there is no sideways movement.
The Travel Chairs (TC001 and TC002) come with its own
easy-to-carry bag. Put the wheelchair and two legrests in the
bag. Ensure that the latest health and safety practice is used
for carrying and lifting items.
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6. Using the Stepper Tube
Use the stepper tube
to raise the front castors (when
mounting a kerb for example). To use, ensure that the
stepper is flipped down (TC002 only) then 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, lifting it up
slightly to mount the kerb if required.
To go down a kerb.
Line up the front castors with the edge
of the kerb. The attendant uses the stepper tube to raise the
front castors and tip the user slightly back. Keeping the
castors raised, slowly lower the wheelchair down the kerb.
!
Warning:
Do not raise the front castors by pushing down
on the push handles as this could result in
damage to the wheelchair.
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7. Using the Lap Belt
The lap belt is to restrain the wheelchair occupant during
normal use. The lap belt is not be used as a seat belt in a
motor vehicle. Under no circumstances should the Travel
Chair be used as a seat in a motor vehicle (e.g. cars, buses,
trains, etc).
The lap belt comes as standard with the TC001, TC002 and
LAWC002. It is available as an option on the LAWC001.
The lap belt should be adjusted to suit each user. The length
of the belt can be adjusted by the tri-glides (as shown in the
diagram overleaf). The lap belt has a luggage-style large
locking clip to fasten and unfasten the lap belt. To fasten the
lap belt, push the clip in to the receiver until it locks in the
position (which can be heard by an audible click).
When fastened, the lap belt should be tight around the user’s
pelvis without causing discomfort or undue pressure. This will
help keep the user’s hips and pelvis towards the back of the
wheelchair. Use the tri-glides (shown) to adjust the length of
the lap belt. The length of the lap belt should be checked
each time the belt is used.
There is a risk of suffocation from users ‘submarining’ (where
they slide down the chair until the lap belt is around the neck
area). To reduce the risk of this, ensure that the lap belt is
used under supervision and is used as instructed.
The lap belt may not be suitable for all users of wheelchairs.
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Seek professional medical advice before using the lap belt.
8. Brake Adjustment and Operation
BRAKE
ON
Adjustment is
made to the brake
by loosening the
Allen key bolt
heads (arrowed)
using the Allen key
supplied, and then
by sliding the
brake unit along
the frame.
The brakes are preset, and adjustment should
only be necessary if the brakes become loose
or no longer function correctly.
