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GD_MR-INS-LAB-RevA21 • 4000MRQ2 / 4650MR / 4850MR MRI Transport Wheelchair User Manual 

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UNFOLDING THE TRANSPORT WHEELCHAIR

1.  Engage wheel locks on both sides.

   

   

2.  Use both hands to push down with even pressure on seat tubes and seat upholstery on insides 

of transport wheelchair, as shown at above left, until the seat rails are fully seated, as shown at 
above right. 

Do not place any fingers or parts of your hand under the seat rails.

3.  Attach footrests to transport wheelchair.
4.  Reinstall seat cushion, if so equipped.

  WARNING: Ensure seat, arms and footrests are locked in place before occupying or 

operating transport wheelchair.

FOLDING THE TRANSPORT WHEELCHAIR

1.  Detach footrests from transport wheelchair.
2.  Remove seat cushion, if applicable.

   

   

3.  Grab the seat upholstery at center front and rear with both hands, pull sharply, and lift up as 

shown above.

4.  If necessary, fold the excess seat upholstery over the arm.
5.  To fold transport wheelchair completely, tip it sideways so wheel won’t drag and press sides 

together as shown at above right.

Summary of Contents for Gendron 4000MRQ2

Page 1: ...ad 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 4000MRQ2 4650MR 4850MR MRI Transport...

Page 2: ...TH 14 CROSSBRACES 14 TIGHTEN CROSSBRACES 14 WHEEL LOCKS 15 ADJUST WHEEL LOCKS 15 6 TRANSPORTING THE GENDRON MRI TRANSPORT WHEELCHAIR 16 FOLDING THE TRANSPORT WHEELCHAIR ALL MODELS 16 TRANSPORTING THE...

Page 3: ...inspection procedures troubleshooting procedures and adjustment procedures are included in this manual When it comes to service and repair remember that your Graham Field authorized distributor knows...

Page 4: ...tice that if not avoided could result in death or serious personal injury CAUTION Indicates a potential hazard situation or unsafe practice that if not avoided could result in minor or moderate person...

Page 5: ...ight capacity of 850 lb 386 kg EVENLY DISTRIBUTED WARNING Do not operate this transport wheelchair on streets or roadways WARNING Do not operate this transport wheelchair on hilly or rough terrain san...

Page 6: ...te casters fully toward front of transport wheelchair WARNING Unauthorized modification or the use of non Gendron replacement parts could change the structure of the transport wheelchair void the warr...

Page 7: ...ATING THE WHEEL LOCKS The MRI Transport Wheelchair has two wheel locks one on each rear wheel To engage the wheel lock push the lever forward until it locks into place To disengage pull back on the le...

Page 8: ...seat rails 3 Attach footrests to transport wheelchair 4 Reinstall seat cushion if so equipped WARNING Ensure seat arms and footrests are locked in place before occupying or operating transport wheelch...

Page 9: ...t distribution 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 transport wheelc...

Page 10: ...port wheelchair to tip Reach Forward Reach Sideward 1 Maneuver the transport wheelchair as close as possible to the object you wish to reach 2 Rotate both casters fully forward Go forward and then bac...

Page 11: ...care professional 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 n...

Page 12: ...urn the transport 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...

Page 13: ...used and the terrain over which the transport wheelchair will travel All adjustments and their page locations are referenced in the index at the end of this manual Specific tools needed to perform eac...

Page 14: ...ward before occupying or operating transport wheelchair ADJUST FOOTPLATE EXTENSION LENGTH 1 Use 7 16 wrench to remove through bolt that holds footplate extension in position in footrest 2 Reposition f...

Page 15: ...l the lock slides on the frame 2 Place the wheel lock in the locked position and slide it into contact with the tire 3 Place the wheel lock in the unlocked position and slide it 3 8 closer to the tire...

Page 16: ...a serious hazard to the driver Always take precautions to avoid personal injury when loading or lifting a wheelchair into or out of a vehicle Rear Seat Move the front seat as far forward as possible A...

Page 17: ...ndetected and 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...

Page 18: ...ment at least once a week See Adjust wheel locks in the ADJUSTMENTS section to adjust wheel lock engagement If a wheel lock is worn or damaged replace it immediately Inspect the hardware for looseness...

Page 19: ...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 the footrest will aut...

Page 20: ...l 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 sl...

Page 21: ...he 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...

Page 22: ...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 matt...

Page 23: ...3 Introduction 3 L Limited warranty 21 M Maintenance 17 MRI Transport Wheelchair illustration 7 MRI Transport Wheelchair transporting 16 N NOTICE statement significance 4 R Ramps and Inclines 11 Reac...

Page 24: ...tion can be found on our website grahamfield com gendroninc com 2021 GF Health Products Inc All Rights Reserved Gendron is a trademark of GF Health Products Inc GF Health Products Inc is an ISO 13485...

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