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Summary of Contents for GENDRON 450 Recliner

Page 1: ...l 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 450 Standard 450 Recliner 525 Standard 525 Recline...

Page 2: ...ARMS 14 REMOVE ARM 14 INSTALL ARM 14 SWINGAWAY FOOTREST ELEVATING LEGREST 15 SWING FOOTREST LEGREST AWAY FOR TRANSFER 15 RETURN FOOTREST LEGREST TO OPERATION POSITION 15 SWINGAWAY FOOTREST ELEVATING L...

Page 3: ...ssure you of our continuing commitment to provide innovation and quality in our products The Regency 450 525 is a manual folding wheelchair suitable for frequent users who require a portable wheelchai...

Page 4: ...NING Do not operate this wheelchair on streets or roadways WARNING Do not operate this wheelchair on hilly or rough terrain sand wet or icy surfaces or surfaces with impaired traction Ensure that path...

Page 5: ...lly toward front of wheelchair WARNING Unauthorized modification or the use of non Gendron replacement parts could change the structure of the wheelchair void the warranty and create a hazardous condi...

Page 6: ...ic Wheelchair Standard Model armpad back upholstery backpost push handle arm footrest seat upholstery rear wheel handgrip caster wheel wheel lock caster housing frame crossbrace caster fork handrim fo...

Page 7: ...l and side panel WARNING Do not sit on or transfer into the wheelchair unless it is fully open and the seat rails are fully seated WARNING Do not lift the wheelchair by the arms footrests or legrests...

Page 8: ...lled before use 2 Install headrest cover shown at above right 3 Install push bar as shown at above right push bar into pusher handles until spring buttons lock into place WARNING Ensure both spring bu...

Page 9: ...ft 3 Remove headrest as shown at above right slide headrest up and off headrest support assembly as shown Closing the Wheelchair All Models 1 Detach footrests or legrests from wheelchair 2 Remove seat...

Page 10: ...d 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 stable level s...

Page 11: ...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 back th...

Page 12: ...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 the entire ramp ask someone to ins...

Page 13: ...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 the...

Page 14: ...ll 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 A complete list o...

Page 15: ...or 2 Swing Footrest Legrest inward and lock it in place 3 If wheelchair has Elevating Legrest rotate calf pads downward 90 to occupy wheelchair WARNING Ensure Footrest Legrest extensions are locked in...

Page 16: ...five different points for ideal comfort 1 Rotate the calf pad upward 45 the calf pad will then be free to move between positions 2 Slide calf pad to the preferred slot in the Calf Pad Height Adjustme...

Page 17: ...e storage hole on the push bar WHEEL LOCKS ADJUST WHEEL LOCKS Tools required 7 16 wrench As a result of tire wear wheel locks may need adjustment to prevent the rear wheels from turning when the wheel...

Page 18: ...eelchair into or out of a vehicle Lifting Wheelchair into Rear Seat or Trunk Rear Seat Move the front seat as far forward as possible Fold the wheelchair as described on previous page and face it towa...

Page 19: ...e 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...

Page 20: ...or sharp edges and if any are found replace handrims immediately Ensure that all hardware is properly aligned and secure CHECK WHEEL LOCK ENGAGEMENT Check wheel lock engagement at least once a week S...

Page 21: ...could weaken the arm and replace if found Ensure all attaching screws are present and tight Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten armpad mounting screws Check for burrs on the screw heads and replace...

Page 22: ...ut is too loose the caster will flutter or shimmy if too tight the wheelchair will be difficult to steer If the caster stems require adjustment or the stem bearings require replacement contact your Gr...

Page 23: ...ositions 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 slugg...

Page 24: ...33 35 37 or 39 83 8 cm 88 9 cm 94 0 cm or 99 1 cm 34 36 38 or 40 86 4 cm 91 4 cm 96 5 cm 101 6 cm Width Folded 17 43 2 cm 19 48 3 cm Back Height 18 5 47 0 cm 36 91 4 cm 18 5 47 0 cm 36 91 4 cm Seat D...

Page 25: ...iration 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 warran...

Page 26: ...IME 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 do...

Page 27: ...d pushbar reclining models only 8 Introduction 3 L Limited warranty 25 M Maintenance 19 N NOTICE statement significance 3 O Opening the wheelchair all models 7 R Ramps and Inclines 12 Reaching bending...

Page 28: ...can be found on our website www grahamfield com www 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 13...

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