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REACH

 

     

User Manual

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Section 2: Warnings

Read this Manual Completely Before Using

All caregivers and/or attendants must read this user manual prior to operating the Reach chair.  
Familiarize yourself with the handling and functions of the product prior to actual use.  If there is 
any information in this manual that you do not understand, please contact your authorized Leggero 
provider for assistance.

Failure to follow instructions or comply with warnings within this manual could result in 
personal injury and/or damage to the Reach chair, potentially voiding the warranty. 

WARNING!
The word “WARNING” or this symbol indicate practices that are unsafe or 
dangerous and could result in serious injury to the occupant and/or caregiver.

Symbols Used on Product Warning Labels and in User Manual

WARNING!  READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Choose The Right Chair & Safety Options

In the mobility industry, there are several options available to meet the needs of children.  Make 
sure that your (and your provider’s) choice of chair and other options takes into account your child’s 
comfort, positioning,  physical limitations, and hazards that may be encountered during daily use.  

Summary of Contents for REACH

Page 1: ...MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF THIS DEPENDENT MOBILITY BASE USER READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS DEPENDENT MOBILITY BASE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Product delivered may vary from the one described and pictured in this manual Revision 15 0729 ...

Page 2: ...We believe that every child should be able to function to the best of their ability We welcome questions and comments about our products and services Please contact us or an authorized provider using the information below Provider Name Address Phone Email Website Authorized Leggero Provider Leggero ...

Page 3: ...Section 3 Unpacking Your Reach Chair 11 Section 4 Operation and Adjustment 12 4 1 Wheel Locks 12 4 2 Handlebar Angle Adjustment 13 4 3 Knee Angle Adjustment 13 4 4 Seat Tilt Angle Adjustment 13 4 5 Hip Angle Adjustment 14 4 6 Folding 14 4 7 Footbed Height Adjustment 15 4 8 Back Height Adjustment 17 4 9 Seat Depth Adjustment 17 4 10 Armrest Adjustment 19 4 11 Positioning Tray 19 4 12 Using the Reac...

Page 4: ...nce can have a wide variety of diagnosis limiting their ability to achieve mobility without such a system For maximum occupancy rating and additional specifications reference section 1 7 of this manual 1 3 Intended Reach Attendant Attendants who operate the chair must be visually mentally and physically capable of safely operating the chair under all circumstances Attendants must read and follow a...

Page 5: ...6 Features Handlebar Angle Adjustment Quick Release Rear Wheels Wheel Lock Lever Adjustable Height Back Adjustable Height Footbed Serial Number Label Adjustable Depth Seat Sun Weather Shade Armrests Tray Receivers Folding Handle ...

Page 6: ...REACH User Manual Page 6 1 7 Seating Positioning Components LT Back Cushion Headrest Options Lateral Thoracic Supports Lateral Pelvic Supports Therapeutic Positioning Tray ...

Page 7: ...p Angle Adjustment 85 115 85 105 85 95 Seat Angle 10 20 or 30 10 20 or 30 10 20 or 30 Specifications Reach 12 Reach 14 Reach 16 Maximum User Weight 80lb 36kg 110lb 50kg 150lb 68kg Mobility Base Weight 27lb 12kg 29lb 13kg 31lb 14kg Overall Width 21 5 55cm 23 5 60cm 25 5 65cm Front Tire Diameter 7 18cm 7 18cm 7 18cm Rear Tire Diameter 16 40cm 16 40cm 16 40cm Folded Dimensions 31 x 21 5 x 18 79 x 55 ...

Page 8: ...l could result in personal injury and or damage to the Reach chair potentially voiding the warranty WARNING The word WARNING or this symbol indicate practices that are unsafe or dangerous and could result in serious injury to the occupant and or caregiver Symbols Used on Product Warning Labels and in User Manual WARNING READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL Choose The Right Chair Safety Options In the mobility ...

Page 9: ...e chair may affect stability increasing the risk of tipping Adjustments must be made by your authorized Leggero provider WARNING Avoid getting the chair wet or storing the chair in damp environments Excess moisture can cause rust or corrosion which can result in component failure If the chair is exposed to moisture dry thoroughly WARNING Do not leave the chair or child in the sun or near other hea...

Page 10: ...ore than one child at a time WARNING Only lift the chair by parts that are solidly attached The chair should be lifted by the side frame members whenever possible If folded hold the chair by the lower side frame tubes Always use two people for lifting to prevent injury and damage to the chair WARNING Please keep packaging material away from children Discard all plastic packaging material immediate...

Page 11: ...manual 4 Install rear wheels reference Figure 1 5 Check for proper adjustment of quick release axles by pulling outward on wheel Wheel should hold in place 6 Engage wheel locks reference section 4 1 of this manual 7 Install anti tips reference Figure 2 Figure 1 WARNING Please keep packaging material away from children Discard all plastic packaging material immediately after unpacking Figure 2 ...

Page 12: ...peration 1 To engage wheel locks push crossbar down with foot Reference Figure 3 2 Verify wheel locks are engaged on each side by trying to move chair front to back 3 To disengage wheel locks pull crossbar up with foot Reference Figure 4 Figure 3 5mm Hex Wrench Push DownTo Engage Wheel Lock Pull Up To Disengage Figure 4 ...

Page 13: ...nt ratchet reference Figure 6 2 Adjust knees to desired angle 3 Release buttons Figure 7 4 4 Seat Tilt Angle Adjusment 1 Engage Wheel Locks 2 Remove bolt and nut from left and right sides reference Figure 7 5mm hex wrench and 13mm wrench required 3 Adjust seat to desired angle reference Figure 8 4 Install bolts and nuts tighten Do not over torque this could result in damage to the seat tube 5 Adju...

Page 14: ...cks 2 If chair has 20 or 30 seat angle adjust hip angle to furthest forward postion 3 If chair has 10 seat angle adjust hip angle one position back from furthest forward 4 Place one hand on handlebar with other hand pull folding handle upward Reference Figure 11 5 Push forward on handlebar and chair will fold 6 Adjust handlebar inward 7 Flip footbed upward 8 Adjust knee angle as far inward as poss...

Page 15: ...ar In Flip Up Footplate Adjust Knees In Figure 13 4 7 Footbed Height Adjustment 1 Remove left and right button head bolts reference Figure 14 5mm hex wrench required 2 Adjust footrest assembly to desired height 3 Reinstall bolts WARNING Straps from chest harnesses or lap belts can become trapped in the folding lock bracket Please trim all straps as shortly as possible attach lap belt buckles prior...

Page 16: ...ry to adjust the footbed assembly downward on the footrest extensions 12 14 chairs only For 12 units it will be necessary to change the footbed extensions to obtain leg drops beyond 11in 28cm Longer extensions were supplied with your chair but if you do not have them please contact your authorized provider 1 Remove bolts as described in previous section Reference Figure 18 2 Install longer extensi...

Page 17: ... 2 Adjust back to desired height 3 Tighten bolts Figure 20 4 9 Seat Depth Adjustment 1 Loosen seat cushion straps 2 Loosen knob s under seat plate Reference Figure 21 or 22 3 Adjust front seat assembly to desired depth 4 Tighten knob 5 Tighten seat cushions straps Figure 22 2 knobs 14 16 Chair Figure 21 Single Knob 12 Chair ...

Page 18: ...emoved to achieve 14 16 seat depths 1 Remove seat cushion 2 Remove front bolts using 4mm hex wrench and 10mm wrench 3 Remove seat depth adjustment bolts and knobs 4 Remove seat plate assembly from chair 5 Remove seat depth adjustment plate from seat plate using 4mm hex wrench and 10mm wrench 6 Reinstall seat plate as shown in Figure 24 7 Reinstall front bolts seat depth adjustment bolts and knobs ...

Page 19: ...Angle 1 Remove rear button head bolts 2 4mm hex wrench required 2 Adjust to desired angle 3 Reinstall bolts Figure 26 Height Angle Figure 27 Figure 29 Figure 28 4 11 Positioning Tray 1 To insert tray swing left and right tray cam locks downward Reference Figure 28 2 Slide Tray into receivers and adjust to desired depth 3 Swing left and right tray cams upward to lock in place Reference Figure 29 ...

Page 20: ...d use the vehicle restraint system whenever possible Do not exceed maximum occupant weight ratings Reference Section 1 8 of this manual The Reach Chair must be placed in a forward facing position when used as a seat in a motor vehicle Use an approved 4 point strap type tie down system for the chair Use an approved 3 point belt for occupants over 50lb 23kg For occupants under 50lb 23kg a 5 point tr...

Page 21: ...ct is modified without Leggero s express written consent including but not limited to modification through the use of unauthorized parts or attachments products damaged by reason of repairs made to any component without specific consent of Leggero or to a product damaged by circumstances beyond Leggero s control and such evaluation will be solely determined by Leggero 5 This warranty is void if th...

Page 22: ...s manual that should be used to document maintenance activities Maintenance Activity Weekly Monthly Check wheels and tires for wear or damage P Check wheel lock function P Check for proper caster alignment P Verify that all fasteners are tight P Verify that quick release axles function properly P Check tilt lock mechanism for proper engagement P Check recline lock mechanism for proper engagement P...

Page 23: ...REACH User Manual Page 23 Date Service Provider Technician Description of Service Maintenance Record ...

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