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9 LIMITED WARRANTY

SCOPE OF WARRANTY

GF Health Products, Inc. (“GF”) warrants to the original purchaser only that it will replace or repair components, at GF’s sole 

discretion, that are defective in material or workmanship under normal use and service. All warranties are conditioned upon 

the proper use of the products strictly in accordance with good commercial practice and applicable GF instructions and 

manuals, including proper use and maintenance. To the extent that a component is warranted by a third party, GF conveys 

all of its rights under that warranty to the original purchaser, to the extent permitted.
This limited warranty shall only apply to defects that are reported to GF’s customer service team within the applicable 

warranty period and which, upon examination by GF or its authorized representative, prove to be a warranty item. This 

limited warranty is not transferable.
The warranted components and time period are set forth below:
 

Sideframes and crossbraces:  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . five years 

Wheels, handrims, front rigging, forks:. . . . . . . . . . . one year 

All other durable components not listed above: . . . six months

The applicable warranty period shall commence from date of shipment to the original customer, unless there is an 

expiration date on the component in which case the warranty shall expire on the earlier of warranty period or the expiration 

date.

OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE

This limited warranty shall only apply to defects that are reported to the Distributor from whom the Customer purchased 

the product within the applicable warranty period. If there is not a Distributor, you must contact GF directly by calling 

1.770.368.4700, sending a fax request to 1.770.368.2386, or by e-mailing a request to [email protected]. Specific directions 

will be provided by the Customer Service Representative. Failure to abide by the specific directions will result in denial of 

the warranty claim.

EXCLUSIONS

The warranty does not cover and GF shall not be liable for the following:
1)  Defects, damage, or other conditions caused, in whole or in part, by misuse, abuse, negligence, alteration, accident, 

freight damage, tampering or failure to seek and obtain repair or replacement in a timely manner;

2)  Products which are not installed, used, or properly cleaned and maintained as required in the official manual for the 

applicable product;

3)  Products considered to be of a non-durable nature including, but not limited to: casters, filters, fuses, gaskets, lubricants, 

and charts;

4)  Accessories or parts not provided by GF;
5)  Charges by anyone for adjustments, repairs, replacement parts, installation or other work performed upon or in connection 

with such products which are not expressly authorized in writing, in advance, by GF;

6)  Any labor or shipping charges incurred in the replacement part installation or repair;
7)  Costs and expenses of regular maintenance and cleaning; and
8)  Representations and warranties made by any person or entity other than GF.

ENTIRE WARRANTY, EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES DISCLAIMER

THIS WARRANTY IS GF’S ONLY WARRANTY AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. GF MAKES 

NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
IF ANY MODEL OR SAMPLE WAS SHOWN TO THE CUSTOMER, SUCH MODEL OR SAMPLE WAS USED MERELY TO 

ILLUSTRATE THE GENERAL TYPE AND QUALITY OF THE PRODUCT AND NOT TO REPRESENT THAT THE PRODUCT WOULD 

NECESSARILY CONFORM TO THE MODEL OR SAMPLE IN ALL RESPECTS.
THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE PARTS. GF SHALL NOT BE LIABLE 

FOR AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY DIRECT, SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, EXEMPLARY OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, 

INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO: DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS OR INCOME, LOSS OF USE, DOWNTIME, COVER, OR 

EMPLOYEE OR INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR WAGES, PAYMENTS AND BENEFITS.
The warranties contained herein contain all the representations and warranties with respect to the subject matter of this 

document, and supersede all prior negotiations, agreements and understandings with respect thereto. The recipient of this 

document hereby acknowledges and represents that it has not relied on any representation, assertion, guarantee, warranty, 

collateral contract or other assurance, except those set out in this document.
For additional information on this product or this warranty, please contact a GF Customer Service Representative.

NOTES:

1)  Additional terms and conditions may apply.
2)  Freight claims must be notated on the appropriate shipping documents and must be made with immediacy. International, 

federal and state regulations govern specific requirements for freight claims. Failure to abide by those regulations may 

result in a denial of the freight claim. GF will assist you in filing the freight claim.

3)  Claims for any short shipment must be made within three (3) days of the invoice date.

Summary of Contents for Traveler L3 Plus 3F014

Page 1: ...RevD20 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 Models 3F...

Page 2: ...SWINGAWAY 15 REMOVE FOOTREST 15 ATTACH FOOTREST 15 ADJUST FOOTPLATE EXTENSION LENGTH 15 ELEVATING LEGREST DETACHABLE SWINGAWAY 16 REMOVE ELEVATING LEGREST 16 ATTACH ELEVATING LEGREST 16 ADJUST LEGRES...

Page 3: ...r remember that your GF authorized distributor knows your wheelchair best Thank you for choosing an Everest Jennings product The Traveler L3 Plus is a manual folding lightweight wheelchair suitable fo...

Page 4: ...ired traction Ensure that pathway is clear of all obstacles WARNING Do not turn wheelchair while going downhill as wheelchair could tip over WARNING Do not attempt inclines without anti tippers instal...

Page 5: ...f the wheelchair void the warranty and create a hazardous condition resulting in serious personal injury WARNING Do not lean on this wheelchair or use it as a walker these are practices which could re...

Page 6: ...are located on the Traveler L3 Plus one on each of the fixed rear wheels To engage push the lever forward Once over center the lever will lock into place To disengage pull back on the lever UNFOLDING...

Page 7: ...ace any fingers or parts of your hand under the seat rails 3 Attach footrests or legrests to wheelchair 4 Reinstall seat cushion if so equipped WARNING Ensure seat arms and footrests or legrests are l...

Page 8: ...EJ_3F012 3F013 3F014 INS LAB RevD20 Traveler L3 Plus User Manual 8 5 To fold wheelchair completely tip it sideways so wheel won t drag and press sides together as shown at above right...

Page 9: ...ribution and center of gravity When performing such activities do so as instructed in the following paragraphs to avoid tipping the wheelchair TRANSFER WARNING Always ensure the wheelchair is on a sta...

Page 10: ...could cause the wheelchair to tip Reach Forward Reach Sideward 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 b...

Page 11: ...fessional first before attempting 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 t...

Page 12: ...Turn the wheelchair around and back up until the rear wheels are against the curb Tilt the wheelchair back to its balance point and lift up by the push handles while pulling the wheelchair up and over...

Page 13: ...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 ne...

Page 14: ...sted by engaging the upper arm release 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 a...

Page 15: ...t inward 3 Ensure that swingaway release lever is locked in a rearward position toward back of wheelchair WARNING Ensure footrests are locked in place before occupying or operating wheelchair ADJUST F...

Page 16: ...d in a rearward position toward back of wheelchair WARNING Ensure legrests are locked in place before occupying or operating wheelchair ADJUST LEGREST ELEVATION CAUTION It is possible to RAISE the ele...

Page 17: ...that legrest panels are locked in place before occupying or operating wheelchair ADJUST LEGREST FOOTPLATE EXTENSION LENGTH See Adjust footplate extension length in Footrest Detachable Swingaway secti...

Page 18: ...ed position 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 Repea...

Page 19: ...elchair 1 Detach footrests or legrests from wheelchair 2 Remove the seat cushion if so equipped 3 Grab the seat upholstery at center front and rear with both hands pull sharply and lift up as shown at...

Page 20: ...heelchair away from the back of the front seat then lower the casters to the floorboard Slowly lift roll the chair into the car WARNING Ensure the wheelchair is stable and will not shift while the car...

Page 21: ...ore 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 basic tools Refer to the mai...

Page 22: ...least once a week Inspect each handrim for rough or sharp edges and if any are found replace handrims immediately Ensure that all hardware is properly aligned and secure CHECK WHEEL LOCK ENGAGEMENT C...

Page 23: ...ighten armpad mounting screws Check for burrs on the screw heads and replace if found Ensure that screws do not extend into the padding Confirm that posts at base of arm fit correctly in the sockets s...

Page 24: ...If the nut is too loose the caster will flutter or shimmy if the nut is too tight the wheelchair will be difficult to steer If the caster stem requires adjustment or the stem bearings require replace...

Page 25: ...ions and that casters are mounted in identical positions Caster stem s may be adjusted improperly See distributor to correct adjustment looseness in wheelchair squeaks rattles caster flutter sluggish...

Page 26: ...applicable product 3 Products considered to be of a non durable nature including but not limited to casters filters fuses gaskets lubricants and charts 4 Accessories or parts not provided by GF 5 Char...

Page 27: ...g legrest remove 16 Elevating legrest detachable swingaway 16 Elevating legrest elevation adjust 16 F Footrest attach 15 Footrest remove 15 Footrest detachable swingaway 15 G Getting started 6 H Handl...

Page 28: ...be found on our website www grahamfield com 2016 GF Health Products Inc All Rights Reserved Everest Jennings and Traveler are trademarks of GF Health Products Inc One Graham Field Way Atlanta GA 3034...

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