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© 2015 Excel, part of Van Os Medical B.V.

Koperslagerij 3 | 4651 SK Steenbergen | The Netherlands | T: +31 (0)167-573020 | E: [email protected] | W: 

www.vanosmedical.com

© 2015 Excel, part of Van Os Medical B.V.

Koperslagerij 3 | 4651 SK Steenbergen | The Netherlands | T: +31 (0)167-573020 | E: [email protected] | W: 

www.vanosmedical.com

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User manual 

| Excel G-Evolution

General introduction

Before you are going to use your new Excel G-Evolution, you and your attendant must fully read and understand 

this user manual. Also, if you have this user manual, you agree to the conditions mentiond in this user manual.

At the moment we introduce you a quality product of Van Os Medical. We want to thank you for the confidence in 

our Excel ® products. The Excel G-Evolution is a real quality product. The policy of Van Os Medical is focussed on to 

continuously improving the quality and reliability of our products. Therefore, we resere ourself the right to, without 

further notice, make any changed to this user manual

It is important you read this user manual very carefully, before you are going to use your wheelchair. This user 

manual contains important information about the safe use and maintenance of your wheelchair. We recommend 

you to keep this user manual, because it is also your proof of warranty.

The safety instructions in this user manual are general guidlines which must be seen as overall guidlines. It 

is possible you develop your own ways for many common movements. However, we advise you to consult a 

professional for assistance in developing safe use and effective techniques, regarding to your daily activities and 

your physical capabilities.

Your new wheelchair requires frequent maintenance, much of which you can do yourself. We advise you to take 

your wheelchair at least once a year to a professional for a check. You will find a maintenance schedule later in this 

user manual.

Attention!

In this user manual  you will find tips and warnings. These are clearly identified by the symbols and display of the 

text, like you can see below.

Warning

The warnings mentioned in this user manual must always be followed, in order to prevent damage to the 

Excel G-Evolution wheelchair or injury to yourself.

Tip

The tips mentioned in this user manual are meant to make even better use of your Excel G-Evolution wheelchair.

Summary of Contents for G-Evolution

Page 1: ...User manual Excel G Evolution...

Page 2: ...out of the wheelchair 10 4 2 Bending and or reaching 10 4 2 1 Bending and or reaching forwards 10 4 2 2 Bending and or reaching to the side 11 4 2 3 Bending and or reaching backwards 11 4 3 Going in...

Page 3: ...eels 22 6 10 1 The front wheels 22 6 10 2 The rear wheels 22 6 11 The seat 23 7 Transport of the wheelchair 24 7 1 Folding the wheelchair 24 7 2 Unfolding the wheelchair 25 8 Maintenance 26 8 1 Tires...

Page 4: ...rmation about the safe use and maintenance of your wheelchair We recommend you to keep this user manual because it is also your proof of warranty The safety instructions in this user manual are genera...

Page 5: ...3 4651 SK Steenbergen The Netherlands T 31 0 167 573020 E info vanosmedical nl W www vanosmedical com 5 User manual Excel G Evolution Fill in the information of your authorised dealer below Company Ad...

Page 6: ...ou have any technical questions or you want to order any parts of the wheelchair 3 Maximum weight The maximun weight allowed on the wheelchair 4 Type number This number indicates which model of wheelc...

Page 7: ...2 2 General explanation of your wheelchair Your new Excel G Evolution wheelchair is a lightweight wheelchair The wheelchair is equipped with ergonomic handles so your attendant can push the wheelchair...

Page 8: ...in sand rough area wet and glade surfaces or surfaces with little grip Do not lean concerning the back of the wheelchair This can result in rolling over the wheelchair Do not try to ascend ramps with...

Page 9: ...eelchair A sudden change of direction may cause the wheelchair to fall over You should avoid this by keeping the same direction when you use the wheelchair Never independently increase a slope that is...

Page 10: ...ir Before you get in your wheelchair you must make sure the wheelchair is on a flat surface Also the wheelchair must be put on the brakes and the legrests need to flip sidewards Make sure you are as c...

Page 11: ...wards Then the wheelchair will tilt as well 4 3 Going on and of increases It may happen that you have to go on or off an increase with your wheelchair In addition we describe in this user manual first...

Page 12: ...f This depends on your physical capabilities and the degree of the incline Most people also develop methods to go on and of an incline If it is necessary you should stop during going on or off the inc...

Page 13: ...re that a considerable traction should be exercised 4 5 Going on and off stairs Stairs are one of the largest obstacles for people who use a wheelchair However it is possible to together with two atte...

Page 14: ...wheelchairtip backwards until it in balance When the wheel is in balance the attendant at the front of the wheelchair needs to grab the side frames You are now in position to climb the stairs Now the...

Page 15: ...15 User manual Excel G Evolution 5 Specifications Below you will find the specifications of the Excel G Evolution Technical specifications of the Excel G Evolution Total length 101 cm incl footrests T...

Page 16: ...hat the wheelchair does not get damaged 6 1 1 Folding the wheelchair If you want to fold the wheelchair please follow the following steps Before you can fold the wheelchair the footrests should be rai...

Page 17: ...t tube as far as it will go photo 8 Now you can put the foot rests down again photo 9 6 2 The push handles The push handles of your Excel G Evolution are ergonomically designed photo 10 This means you...

Page 18: ...11 the wheelchair is shown with the armrests To fold the armrests away you need to push the black lever photo 12 down as shown on photo 13 You can now fold the armrests backwards photo 14 The armrest...

Page 19: ...ing in and or going out of the wheelchair but also when you left parked you can put the wheelchair on the brake If you want to put the brakes on the wheelchair please follow the following steps When s...

Page 20: ...21 up picture 22 the leg supports can come in motion In photo 23 you can see the legrests can be turned away If you want to take off the leg rests you can pull up the leg rests This can be done when...

Page 21: ...upwards as shown in photo 25 In photo 26 you can see how the footplates look like when the they are folded 6 7 2 Adjust the height of the footplates It is also possible to adjust the height of the foo...

Page 22: ...ns of a front fork to the frame of the wheelchair photo 30 The front wheels are important when you want to steer the wheelchair in the right direction When the steering is not going smoothly or the fr...

Page 23: ...el G Evolution 6 11 The seat The seat photo 34 of the wheelchair is equipped with comfortable material This allows you to sit comfortably for long periods in the wheelchair The wheelchair is delivered...

Page 24: ...quipped with one Then both legrests should be removed see section 6 6 On photo 35 you see the wheelchair with the legrests in the way you can use them To fold them upwards photo 36 you will create the...

Page 25: ...6 You can also see if the wheelchair is folded correctly by the upholstery You can now place the legrests back on the wheelchair You can do this by placing the leg supports to the side photo 47 and th...

Page 26: ...replace the tires 8 1 1 Air tires Air tyres should be checked weekly for correct tyre pressure You will find the recommended tyre pressure on the rear wheels and you can check it with a standard car...

Page 27: ...ng anything Make sure there is no margin on the rear wheels If this is the case this is often that the housing of the rear wheels is loose When any of the above points show abnormalities please contac...

Page 28: ...can get your wheelchair best cleaned as described below Clean the upholstery chassis and plastic components on the wheelchair regularly with a mild soap and water Never use abrasive cleaners they can...

Page 29: ...that your wheelchair needs a check several times a year Furthermore maintenance is not covered under warranty Service interval Service schedule Service number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Wheels backlash on the...

Page 30: ...Van Os Medical dealer Problems Solutions 1 2 3 4 5 There is backlash on the wheelchair X X The wheelchair squeaks of rattles X The castors flutters X X X The wheelchair moves heavy X X The wheelchair...

Page 31: ...ll be defect it will be repaired or replaced However you do need to provide to Van Os Medical a complete filled in warranty registration form or a copy of the bill with date of purchase Without a warr...

Page 32: ...to change the product in this user manual without further notice All drawings measures and capacities showed in this manual are approximations and may be slightly different to your wheelchairs specif...

Page 33: ...e Netherlands EU Representative Name W van Os Address Koperslagerij 3 4651 SK Steenbergen Country The Netherlands Function Director Technical constructed file Prepared by Name J M J Brouwer BBA Functi...

Page 34: ...31 0 167 57 30 20 F 31 0 167 57 33 81 E info vanosmedical nl W www vanosmedical nl Van Os Medical UK Ltd Excel House Ashbrooke Park Sherburn in Elmet North Yorkshire England LS25 6 PJ T 44 0 1904 7201...

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