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EJ87X-1-INS-LAB-RevA17 • EJ87X-1 Transport Chair 

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4  ADJUSTMENTS

The EJ87X-1 Transport Chair offers several adjustments to make it easier and more comfortable 
to operate. Section 7, MAINTENANCE, offers preventive maintenance suggestions for keeping 
your Transport Chair in excellent condition; ensure that all components are in excellent 
condition before adjusting. The following are recommended methods; after a few adjustments, 
you may develop your own. Always consult your GF authorized distributor for assistance.
The person performing adjustments on the Transport Chair has the responsibility of 
making certain that the user and attendant can safely operate the Transport Chair with the 
adjustments selected. This person must evaluate the user's ability, weight, physical condition, 
the environment in which the Transport Chair will be used, and the terrain over which the 
Transport Chair will travel.
All adjustments and their page locations are referenced in the index at the end of this manual. 
Specific tools needed to perform each adjustment are identified in adjustment directions. Most 
of the following adjustments can be performed with the wrench and hex key included with your 
EJ87X-1 Transport Chair.

REAR WHEEL & CASTER

We recommend that you do not replace or adjust rear wheel or caster components yourself, 
since special tools and training are required. Contact your GF authorized distributor when your 
rear wheels or casters need adjustment.

CROSSBRACE

Tighten crossbraces

Tools required: included wrench and hex key

Check the crossbraces to ensure that the bolts and nuts that fasten the crossbraces in the 
center of the Transport Chair are secure (crossbraces should be loose enough to fold easily, 
yet snug enough to take up excess play). Use the included tools to tighten the crossbraces.

Summary of Contents for Everest & Jennings EJ87X-1

Page 1: ... Chair Operation Manual EJ87X 1 Transport Chair user and attendant Read this manual before operating the Transport Chair Save this manual for future reference The most current version of this manual can be found online at www grahamfield com ...

Page 2: ...y or damage to your transport chair could result CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION 3 INTENDED USE 3 STATEMENTS OF SIGNIFICANCE 3 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4 EJ87X 1 TRANSPORT CHAIR LABELS 4 WARNINGS 4 3 OPERATION 6 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 6 OPERATION OF ATTENDANT WHEEL LOCKS 7 HANDLING TIPS 7 TO ATTENDANT 8 FOR ATTENDANT TILTING 9 RAMPS AND INCLINES 9 CURBS AND STEPS 10 4 ADJUSTMENTS 12 REAR WHEEL CAS...

Page 3: ...cedures are included in this manual When it comes to service and repair remember that your GF authorized distributor knows your Transport Chair best The person performing adjustments on the EJ87X 1 Transport Chair has the responsibility of making certain that the user can safely operate the Transport Chair with the adjustments selected This person must evaluate the user s ability weight physical c...

Page 4: ...labels WARNING To avoid possible tilt hazard do not leave user unattended Attendant must always be behind and in control of Transport Chair when user is being positioned or Transport Chair is in use WARNINGS WARNING The EJ87X 1 Transport Chair maximum weight capacity is 300 lb 136 kg EVENLY DISTRIBUTED WARNING Do not operate the Transport Chair on streets or roadways WARNING Do not operate the Tra...

Page 5: ...ture of the Transport Chair void the warranty and create a hazardous condition resulting in serious personal injury WARNING Do not lean on the Transport Chair or use it as a walker these are practices which could result in loss of balance and personal injury WARNING Do not use your Transport Chair on stairs or escalators WARNING Use the Transport Chair s positioning belt at all times to maintain p...

Page 6: ...tion below carrying strap leg strap positioning belt upper backpost lower backpost armpad arm seat upholstery footrest footplate caster wheel caster fork caster socket frame crossbrace with serial number label rear wheel tipping lever attendant wheel lock shoe attendant wheel lock cable back upholstery push handle hand grip upper back release lower grip attendant wheel lock ...

Page 7: ...l locks indefinitely push the lower grip down away from the push handle hand grip until it locks into place as shown at above right The rear wheels will be locked in place 2 To release attendant wheel locks pull the lower grip upward toward the push handle until the rear wheels move freely WARNING Ensure that wheel locks lock in place appropriately before occupying or operating Transport Chair If ...

Page 8: ...ransport Chair Use the carrying straps to lift the unoccupied Transport Chair Balance Proper balance is the key to maintaining the stability of your EJ87X 1 Transport Chair Reaching bending and transferring to or from a Transport Chair will change your weight distribution and center of gravity Have an attendant with you at all times especially when reaching bending or transferring Use the Transpor...

Page 9: ... the front end slowly RAMPS AND INCLINES WARNING During descent the footplates lowest point should be no closer to the ground than 2 1 2 inches to permit proper clearance WARNING Do not attempt any incline or decline of more than 6 degrees 10 grade or one foot of rise or fall per ten feet of ramp length WARNING Do not use wheel locks to slow your descent Attempting to use wheel locks is likely to ...

Page 10: ...e securely fastened and do not turn or slip 2 Stand behind the Transport Chair holding the hand grips facing the curb 3 Advise the user that you will be tilting backward and remind the user to lean back 4 Tilt the Transport Chair backward to its balance point and move forward until the front casters pass over the top of the curb 5 Lower the front casters SLOWLY to the curb while you rotate the Tra...

Page 11: ...air until the rear wheels reach the curb edge 5 Slowly roll the rear wheels down onto the lower level 6 After the wheels are safely on the lower level advise the user that you will be tilting backward and remind the user to lean back 7 Tilt the Transport Chair backward to its balance point this will lift the front casters off the curb Take several small steps backward until the front casters have ...

Page 12: ...in which the Transport Chair will be used and the terrain over which the Transport Chair will travel All adjustments and their page locations are referenced in the index at the end of this manual Specific tools needed to perform each adjustment are identified in adjustment directions Most of the following adjustments can be performed with the wrench and hex key included with your EJ87X 1 Transport...

Page 13: ...g Transport Chair Adjust footplate extension length see picture at right 1 Loosen latch to free footplate extension inside hanger 2 Press down on the locking buttons and adjust the footplate to the desired length Ensure that the locking buttons are completely extended and securely fastened in the adjustment holes 3 Fasten latch to secure footplate extension inside hanger 4 Repeat steps 1 3 for the...

Page 14: ...air during transport as the Transport Chair can be dislodged and become a serious hazard to the vehicle driver Always take precautions to avoid personal injury when loading or lifting a Transport Chair into or out of a vehicle The Transport Chair can easily be transported in the rear seat or the trunk carrying strap seat upholstery upper back footrest upper back release lever Transport Chair shown...

Page 15: ...arefully place it in the trunk If the footrests have been removed stow them alongside 2 DO NOT put any articles on top of the Transport Chair Close the trunk lid slowly Unfold the Transport Chair see picture on previous page 1 Push down on the seat rails to open WARNING DO NOT place your hand or fingers between seat rails and side panels 2 Push down again on the seat rails until the seat is comple...

Page 16: ...nd eventually cause more 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 maintenance schedule below for the recommended regularity of each procedure If any maintenance procedure is not clear to you ask your GF authorized distributor for assistance s NOTIC...

Page 17: ...t least once a week If a wheel lock is worn or damaged have your GF authorized distributor replace it immediately Inspect the hardware for looseness or signs of wear Ensure the locking mechanism operates smoothly The locking assembly should be tight enough so that the wheel can not rotate or the lock slip Check that the locking shoe does not press against the tire when in the unlocked position Exc...

Page 18: ... plating Check footrests Check footrests at least once a month Inspect the locking mechanisms to confirm sure fit Check for cracks burrs or sharp edges and replace if found Ensure that the footrest will automatically lock securely in place and will not accidentally unlock Cleaning your Transport Chair Wipe off base and seat frame frequently at least once a week using a soft cloth Dry the Transport...

Page 19: ... positions 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 turning chair veers left chair veers right SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE AND CORRECTIVE ACTION Info Use only Everest Jennings replacement parts Contact your GF authorized distributor to order replaceme...

Page 20: ...eight 18 45 7 cm Back height 18 45 7 cm Overall length 32 81 3 cm not including footrests Overall height 38 96 5 cm Overall width 23 58 4 cm Width folded 10 25 4 cm Weight 21 38 lb 9 70 kg not including footrests Caster wheels 8 x 1 black plastic Rear wheels Black wheel with black 12 x 2 1 4 polyurethane tire Maximum weight capacity 300 lb 136 kg EVENLY DISTRIBUTED Info all dimensions 1 4 inch 5 c...

Page 21: ...ERVICE 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 cs grahamfield com Specific directions will be provided by the Custom...

Page 22: ...TIME 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 represen...

Page 23: ...y 4 EJ87X 1 Transport Chair illustration 6 F Footplate extension length adjust 13 Footrest adjustment 13 Footrest attach 13 Footrest remove 13 Footrests check 18 H Hand grips check 17 Handling tips to attendant 8 I Info statement significance 3 Introduction 3 L Limited warranty 21 M Maintenance 16 N NOTICE statement significance 3 R Ramps and Inclines 9 Rear wheel adjustment check 18 Rear wheels a...

Page 24: ...our website www grahamfield com 2017 GF Health Products Inc All Rights Reserved E J Everest Jennings and Graham Field are trademarks of GF Health Products Inc GF Health Products Inc is an ISO 13485 Certified Company Manufactured for GF Health Products Inc One Graham Field Way 7012 Best Friend Rd Atlanta GA 30340 3140 Made in China ...

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