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Freedom Designs, Inc.

Freedom CGX

TM

Trouble Shooting

Checking The General Condition

For maintenance operations, consult your distributor who has all the necessary 

information.

Ask your distributor to annually inspect your wheelchair thoroughly and carry 

out in depth maintenance. Regular maintenance allows defective or worn parts 

to be identified and improves the normal operation of your wheelchair.

The following table shows what to check when the wheelchair is delivered, 

each week, each month and at 6 monthly intervals.

Checks to be Made:

On 

delivery Weekly Monthly

Monthly

1. General:

The wheelchair moves in a straight line (no  

resistance or drag)

X

X

2. Manual brakes:

The manual brakes do not touch the tyres when 

moving

X

X

The manual brakes are easy to operate

X

X

The articulations are not worn and do not show signs 

of play

X

X

3. Frame work

Examine them to check that they are not worn or bent

X

X

4. Clothing protectors/armrest upholstery

Check that all fixings are in position and tightened

X

5. Armrests

Firmly attached but easy to remove

X

X

6. Arm Pads/Foam

Check that the padding is in good condition

X

X

7. Seat and backrest upholstery

Check that it is in good condition

X

X

8. Castors

Check the axle to ensure that it is correctly tightened, 

by turning the castor. The castor should stop  

gradually

X

X

9. Fork / Fork tube

Check that all the fittings are in place

X

X

10. Pneumatic and solid tyres

If the wheelchair has pneumatic tyres, check that 

they are correctly inflated (the pressure is shown on 

sidewall)

X

X

If the wheelchair has solid tyres, check the running 

surface

X

X

Summary of Contents for CGX Extra Wide

Page 1: ...rt option Supplier This manual must be given to the user care giver of this wheelchair Rider Before using this wheelchair read this entire manual and save for future reference Standard Extra Wide Paed...

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Page 3: ...ions 16 CGX Features 17 Use 18 24 Unfolding the CGX 18 Folding the CGX 19 Main Frame 20 Angle Adjustable Footplates 21 22 Individual Flip Up Footplates 22 Quick Release Axle 22 Flip Back Arm 23 Lockin...

Page 4: ...the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product NOTE This symbol identifies general information which is intended to simplify working with your product and which refers to specia...

Page 5: ...the requirements of customers However the decision on the type of model to be prescribed rests exlusively with experienced advisors INVACARE or its appointed representative shall not be held responsib...

Page 6: ...ir was obtained should be notified immediately 3 The manufacturer will not accept responsibility for damage caused by misuse or non observance of the instructions set out in the user manual 4 During t...

Page 7: ...onsequential costs from fault clearance in particular freight and travel costs loss of earnings expenses etc Natural wear and tear Inappropriate or incorrect use Defective assembly or setting up by th...

Page 8: ...of supporting aids Adaptations from the standard wheelchair format are available to accommodate users who do not meet the above criteria but these will only be considered after a suitable risk assess...

Page 9: ...from 10 to 18 and 163kg on a chair width from 18 to 22 However the wheelchair user s level of activity is important For example an active user weighing 75kg may subject the wheelchair to more stress...

Page 10: ...the object you wish to reach Only reach out for objects that are within arm s length in a normal sitting position Leaning Backwards Figures 6 7 Move the wheelchair as close as possible to the object y...

Page 11: ...tion Do not try to pick something up from the floor if this would upset your balance It is possible to move from and to a manually propelled chair if the following guidelines are followed INVACARE doe...

Page 12: ...els moving Figure 11 Turn both castors towards the seat to which you wish to move Lift up the footplates Figure 12 Do not stand on the footplates If possible swing the legrest hangers out to the side...

Page 13: ...hands are clear of all the wheels Push smoothly until the wheelchair is at the point of equilibrium At this stage the helper will feel a difference in weight distribution Turn the wheelchair in the d...

Page 14: ...he kerb Do not just lift by the handles on the backrest Method 2 Negotiating the obstacle backwards Figure 18 The helper should stand on the pavement and turn the wheelchair until the rear wheels are...

Page 15: ...s point of equilibrium One helper at the back holds the wheelchair up against the first step gripping the handles firmly to lift The second helper holding a firmly fixed part of the front frame lifts...

Page 16: ...Limits Upward Downward Slopes Operating Limits Do not attempt to go up or down slopes greater than 10 without assistance Figure 20 Always go straight up and down slopes otherwise the wheelchair might...

Page 17: ...es before trying to get out of or back into the wheelchair The manual brakes are not designed for slowing you down Do not try to stop a moving wheelchair using the manual brakes Do not use an escalato...

Page 18: ...e This is the essential supporting framework of the wheelchair on which all the other parts are mounted The front castors comprise of the fork and wheels The front wheels provide contact with the grou...

Page 19: ...Frame 3 Backpost 4 Backpost Pivot Plate 5 Backpost Trigger Mechanism 6 Castor Wheel 7 Castor Fork 8 Seating 9 Footrest Assembly 10 Tilt Mechanism 11 Anti Tip Lever 12 Rear Wheel 13 Quick Release Axle...

Page 20: ...ng the chair 1 Place wheels on quick release axles and push into axle receiver on frame until quick release push button pops out and wheels are secure 2 Set the wheel lock on each side 3 Unfolding the...

Page 21: ...ing the Freedom CGX TM 1 Set wheel locks 2 Flip back the armrests to the upright position 3 Pull up on the trigger mechanism for the backposts and push the backposts to the flat position over the seat...

Page 22: ...on at the top of the bend and pull backward The anti tip will slide free of the frame Warning Under normal use anti tip devices will prevent the wheelchair from tipping over backward Anti tip devices...

Page 23: ...To remove the footboard for transfer unscrew the knob assemblies underneath the receivers Lift the footboard upward out of the receivers 3 To attach the footboard after transfer align the footboard f...

Page 24: ...plate 2 Remove the hex head screws on the side of the hanger Seat the footplate at the desired height Insert the screws through the corresponding holes in the hanger tube and tighten 3 To adjust the a...

Page 25: ...back push the trigger mechanism forward as shown and lift arm upward Castors The CGX is shipped with 76mm 3 102mm 5 152mm 6 or 178mm 7 polyurethane castors with castor forks or a variety of 127mm 5 o...

Page 26: ...t position pull backposts up until trigger snaps into place Note The backposts fold down completely when using a solid seat and back When using a sling seat and back the backposts will only fold parti...

Page 27: ...ize of the castor wheel it will also be necessary to change the size of the rear wheel in order to keep the wheelchair frame parallel with the floor Wheel Lock Adjustment When the rear wheel is reposi...

Page 28: ...y on the chair in the lowered position at all times when in use and should not be altered or disabled Tilting the Freedom CGX With the chair on a level surface 1 Set the wheel locks 2 Hold the handgri...

Page 29: ...t for optimum performance to clean and maintain your CGX We recommend that the frame finish be cleaned with mild soap and water In order to operate the CGX properly and safely routine maintenance will...

Page 30: ...em nuts bolts X X Check that both castors contact ground at the same time Looseness in Chair Chair 3 Wheels Solutions X If pneumatic check tyres for correct and equal pressure X Check for loose stem n...

Page 31: ...not touch the tyres when moving X X The manual brakes are easy to operate X X The articulations are not worn and do not show signs of play X X 3 Frame work Examine them to check that they are not worn...

Page 32: ...3 The wheelchair should always be transported in a forward facing direction Rearward facing is only acceptable if the occupant s head and back can be supported by a suitable bulkhead 4 INVACARE recomm...

Page 33: ...s product may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment if disposed of in areas landfills that are not appropriate according to legislation The crossed out wheelie bin symbol as show...

Page 34: ...the necessary experience equipment and knowledge concerning your wheelchair which enables them to offer you an all round satisfactory service Should you wish to contact us directly we are at your ser...

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