PRODUCT OVERVIEW – RIGID WHEELCHAIRS | USER MANUAL
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1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
PARTS LIST
1 Back cane
2 Backrest
3 Handrim
4 Rear wheel
5 Anti-tipper
6 Axle tube
7 Wheel lock
8 Caster
9 Fork
10 Caster mount
11 Footrest
12 Camper tube
13 Frame
14 Seat rigidizer
15 Armrest
16 Side guard
WARNING - WHEELCHAIR SELECTION
Motion Composites manufactures various models of wheel-
chairs to meet the needs of end users. However, Motion
Composites is not a health care advisor,
and we are not aware of the individual condition or needs
of the wheelchair user. Therefore, the final selection of
a particular model, its adjustments, the type of options and
accessories, rest solely with the wheelchair user and the
health care professional advisor.
Choosing the best chair and setup for your safety depends on
the following criteria:
1. Your disability, strength, balance and coordination;
2. The types of hazards you must overcome in
daily use (where you live and work and other places you
are likely to use your chair); and
3. Your need for options for your safety and comfort (such as
anti-tippers, positioning belts or
special seating
systems). If you ignore this warning, you may endanger
your health.
WARNING - OCCUPIED TRANSIT ANCHORS AND TIEDOWNS
The wheelchair user should always transfer into the vehicle
seat and use the motor vehicle installed restraint system
whenever feasible. The wheelchair should then be stored and
secured in the vehicle.
If an appropriate transit system must be used, ensure that
the wheelchair is equipped with the Motion Composites tran-
sit anchor kit. It must also be ensured that the straps, hooks
and tiedowns of the paratransit vehicle’s tiedown system
meet the safety standards of the province, state or country
where the user is being transported, and installed accordin to
the tiedowns manufacturer’s standards.
Motion Composites cannot recommend, and does not recom-
mend, tiedowns or manufacturers of tiedown systems.
WARNING - SEATING RESTRAINTS
It is the obligation of your dealer and health care profes-
sionals advising you to determine if you require a seating
restraint or positioning system to ensure that you can safely
operate your wheelchair. A fall from a wheelchair may cause
serious injuries.
INFORMATION
The information in this document is subject to change without
notice. The most recent documents, updates and the latest
version of this User manual are available on
motioncompos-
ites.com
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2. BEFORE USE
2.1 GENERAL WARNING
Your APEX wheelchair has been designed by professionals
with proper use high tech material in mind. DO NOT MODIFY
THE FRAME BY ANY MEANS. THE FRAME MAY BE SEVERELY
DAMAGED IN THE EVENT OF DRILLING, GRINDING OR SHAPE
ALTERING, THUS VOIDING THE WARRANTY.
Only use Motion Composites approved and designed clamps
and accessories on your APEX wheelchair.
• Do not use while under the influence of alcohol or medica-
tion or drugs. This may impair your ability to operate the
wheelchair. Please consult your physician regarding the
effects of your medication.
• The wheelchair is not intended for visually impaired peo-
ple.
• The user needs to be mentally and physically suitable to
drive the wheelchair.
CAUTION
Extreme Temperatures
Risk of hypothermia or burns on wheelchair parts.
Do not expose the product to any extreme temperatures such
as direct sunlight, sauna, extreme cold to prevent injuries by
contact with some parts of the wheelchair.
Environmental conditions
Do not expose the wheelchair to temperatures below -20°C or
above 40°C.
2.2 SAFETY INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE
It is important to keep your wheelchair in proper working condition.
1. ALWAYS inspect and maintain your Motion Composites wheel-
chair strictly in accordance with the instructions and charts in
Chapter
8.4 General Maintenance
and Chapter
11 Safety Inspec-
tion Checklist
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2. If you detect a problem in the course of your inspections or
maintenance, ALWAYS have the wheelchair serviced or repaired
to correct the problem before using it.
3. ALWAYS have your wheelchair completely inspected and ser-
viced by an authorized Motion Composites certified technician at
least once a year.
4. ALWAYS perform your safety inspections and any maintenance
or adjustments while the chair is unoccupied (unless this manu-
al expressly states otherwise).
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