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10.6.4 

Replacing Armrest Pad

•   Remove screws (1) located under pad (through the tube). 
•   Replace with new armrest pad.
•   Reinstall screws (1) and tighten firmly.

10.7 

Front riggings

10.7.1 

Adjusting Footrest length

•    Loosen screw (1).
•   Slide the extension tube inside the front rigging at the desired 

length.

•   Tighten screw (1) firmly.

10.8 

Seat

It may be difficult to unfold the wheelchair if the seat 
upholstery has been installed too tight. 

10.8.1 

Replacing Seat Upholstery

SLIDED SLING

•   Remove end cap (1).
•   Slide in new seat 

upholstery.

•   Reinstall end cap (1)
•   Adjust tension with the 

velcro located under the 
seat upholstery.

•   Fully open the 

wheelchair and make 
sure the upholstery 
is tight. The seat rails 
must be snapping easily in the seat rail supports.

•   Firmly tighten all screws on the seat rails.

SCREWED SLING

•   Remove end cap (1).
•   Slide in new seat 

upholstery.

•   Reinstall end cap (1)
•   Adjust tension with the 

velcro located under the 
seat upholstery.

•   Fully open the 

wheelchair and make 
sure the upholstery 
is tight. The seat rails 
must be snapping easily 
in the seat rail supports.

•   Firmly tighten all screws 

on the seat rails.

Summary of Contents for Helio Kids

Page 1: ...EDITION V 1 0 1 User Manual User Manual Ultralight Folding Wheelchairs ...

Page 2: ...chair should be Every little detail of the Helio was specifically optimized to help you go farther Our wheelchair lets you minimize the risk of long term shoulder and joint injuries by alleviating the energy needed to propel Whether you push it forward or lift it in the trunk of a car the HELIO KIDS gives you more freedom 26 lighter than the competition The Helio changed the way we see wheelchairs...

Page 3: ...stry The vertical mounting maximizes rigidity and responsiveness Evolve Caster Housing Imbedded inside the frame for rock solid durability the Evolve Caster Housing offers easy and precise infinite adjustments Newton Accessories The whole range of newton accessories are designed to be light and offer improved functionalities High Modulus Carbon Fiber The ultimate sophistication We use the same hig...

Page 4: ...G INSTALLING THE SEAT BELT 10 5 4 ADJUSTING THE BACKREST HEIGHT 13 SEAT 10 5 5 INSTALLING REMOVING STANDARD SEAT UPHOLSTERY 10 6 ARMRESTS 10 6 1 INSTALLING FLIP BACK ARMRESTS 10 6 2 ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF FLIP BACK ARMRESTS 10 6 3 INSTALLING REMOVABLE T ARMRESTS AND RIGID SIDEGUARD 10 6 4 REPLACING ARMRESTS PAD 14 10 6 5 INSTALLING THE SWING AWAY ARMREST RECEIVER 10 6 6 ADJUSTING SWING AWAY ARMRE...

Page 5: ...verview Parts List 1 Push handle 10 Caster housing 2 Back cane 11 Wheel lock 3 Arm pad 12 Crossbrace 4 Rear wheel 13 Rear wheel mounting plate 5 Seat rail 14 Armrest pivot 6 Front rigging 15 Armrest 7 Footplate 16 Anti tipper 8 Caster 9 Fork ...

Page 6: ... used throughout this manual Please familiarize yourself with their meaning The warning sign indicates important information to prevent injuries and property damage Useful information for the user 4 3 Label Locations Do not remove or alter any labels on the wheelchair If the label is damaged replace it with a new one Initial setup of your HELIO KIDS wheelchair must be done by a qualified technicia...

Page 7: ... being exposed to water 8 1 1 To reduce the risk of accident We recommend that you review safe wheelchair use with your physician prior to using this equipment Take the time to read the instructions in this manual to ensure that you feel comfortable using the wheelchair without assistance Always be aware of hazards Always use anti tippers 8 1 2 Environmental Conditions The HELIO KIDS was designed ...

Page 8: ...ressed When dressing or undressing on the wheelchair rotate the front casters forward and lock anti tippers in the lower position If your wheelchair is not equipped with anti tippers back it against a wall and lock the rear wheels 8 2 5 Reaching Leaning Bending The balance point may shift when you are putting on clothes and or reaching for objects while sitting in the wheelchair If at all possible...

Page 9: ...r lower the wheelchair to the next step one assistant should be behind you and the other in front of you Repeat the same movements for every step until you reach the end of the stairway Lower the front of the wheelchair to the ground once the front wheels are not touching the floor 8 2 13 Escalators Under no circumstances should this wheelchair be used on an escalator not even with the help of an ...

Page 10: ...air Only use non detachable parts to lift the wheelchair 9 5 Armrests Ensure that armrests are securely locked into arm sockets and armrest release buttons are locked into place prior to using the wheelchair Never lift the wheelchair by holding the armrests Use only non detachable parts for lifting 9 5 1 Flip back armrests To lift the armrests Pull lever 1 upwards to release the system Rotate the ...

Page 11: ...t the long side of the seatbelt into the buckle on the other side Apply pressure on the belt for a firm grip of the velcro 9 7 Anti Tipper Motion Composites strongly recommends the use of anti tippers Anti tippers were designed to prevent falls from the wheelchair To remove or rotate the anti tippers up push the release button and pull out or rotate the anti tippers To replace the anti tippers pre...

Page 12: ...ewall Do not inflate tire over recommended pressure Over inflation could result in tire failure and injury Under inflation could result in a flat tire 10 4 2 Cleaning your wheelchair Use a soft clean cloth with soap and water to clean your wheelchair Rinse and dry the wheelchair adequately Do not use abrasive cleaners Do not use a pressure cleaner 10 5 Backrest 10 5 1 Removing Installing the Back ...

Page 13: ...ry Once the new back upholstery is installed reinstall the handles by aligning them with the mounting holes Reinstall and tighten screw 2 firmly Install back upholstery at and fix it firmly with screw 1 on each back cane 10 6 Armrest 10 6 1 Installing Flip back Armrests Insert the flip back pivot 1 and screw it in place making sure it stays in place but can rotate easily Insert the armrest 2 on th...

Page 14: ...ed too tight 10 8 1 Replacing Seat Upholstery SLIDED SLING Remove end cap 1 Slide in new seat upholstery Reinstall end cap 1 Adjust tension with the velcro located under the seat upholstery Fully open the wheelchair and make sure the upholstery is tight The seat rails must be snapping easily in the seat rail supports Firmly tighten all screws on the seat rails SCREWED SLING Remove end cap 1 Slide ...

Page 15: ... the rear seat to floor height you do one of the following Install the rear wheel axle bushing in a different position along the mounting plate Install different sized rear wheels 10 9 3 Changing Front Rear Seat to Floor Height To change the front and rear seat to floor height simultaneously you can Use another seat cushion with a different thickness 10 10 Front casters forks and fork stem assembl...

Page 16: ...parallel to the set square If the housing is not parallel to the set square remove screw 2 and loosen the pivot bolt 3 Rotate the caster housing to adjust the angle Tighten screw 3 This will hold the caster housing position Check again that the caster housing is perpendicular to the ground using the set square Loosen screw 4 to slide the clamp 5 on the frame Slide the positioning clamp 5 on the fr...

Page 17: ...ction to adjust the spacing Firmly tighten the nuts 3 10 11 5 Adjusting the toe in toe out with rear wheel camber Remove the rear wheels Maintain the wheelchair on a horizontal plane with the support of the three other wheels Loosen nuts 2 while keeping a bit of tension Put the camber adjustment tool on the axle bushing Use a set square and rotate the axle bushing so that the tool is parallel to t...

Page 18: ...ton snaps back into place If you are unable to adjust the anti tippers to the proper height contact your Motion Composites dealer to replace your anti tipper for another size 10 15 Headrest Kit and Headrest Support 10 15 1 Installing a headrest support Cut the end of the push handle with a knife in order to be able to see the inside of the push handle Insert a 1 4 20 grip nut 1 with the grip nut i...

Page 19: ...in seated with seatbelt fastened while traveling in a vehicle designed to transport passengers in wheelchairs Ensure that your wheelchair is securely fastened in the wheelchair restraints restraints used should be approved and meet the safety requirements in effect The wheelchair seatbelt should never been used as a safety belt when you are sitting in a paratransit vehicle 11 2 Wheelchair restrain...

Page 20: ...tion through the use of unauthorized parts or attachments or the wheelchair has been used as a weight training apparatus or the wheelchair s Transit Tie Down System TTDS has been misused if TTDS is not attached to the four tarpaulin bows identified and installed by Motion Composites 4 This warranty is extended only to the original consumer purchasers of Motion Composites product D Our responsibili...

Page 21: ...EDITION V 1 0 21 User Manual 13 Notes ...

Page 22: ... tire gauge Check seat tension Monthly Check wheel alignment Check for free running of fork bearings Yearly Have a complete inspection performed by a qualified technician 15 Particular damages 15 1 Damages requiring service by a qualified service agent If any of the following conditions are observed the wheelchair must be serviced by a qualified service agent Any wheel adjustment Any defective bal...

Page 23: ... 1 4 16 3 4 17 3 4 18 3 4 17 1 4 18 1 4 19 1 4 P3 16 3 4 17 3 4 18 3 4 17 1 4 18 1 4 19 1 4 17 3 4 18 3 4 19 3 4 18 1 4 19 1 4 20 1 4 P4 16 3 4 17 3 4 18 3 4 17 1 4 18 1 4 19 1 4 17 3 4 18 3 4 19 3 4 18 1 4 19 1 4 20 1 4 18 3 4 19 3 4 20 3 4 P5 17 1 4 18 1 4 19 1 4 173 4 18 3 4 19 3 4 18 1 4 19 1 4 20 1 4 18 3 4 19 3 4 20 3 4 19 1 4 20 1 4 21 1 4 4 caster 5 caster 6 caster 7 caster 8 caster CM Ste...

Page 24: ... St Roch de l Achigan Quebec Canada J0K 3H0 Risk classification Class 1 Medical Device per 93 42 CEE Standards applied NF EN ISO 7176 1 Wheelchairs part 1 Determination of static ability NF EN ISO 7176 5 Wheelchairs part 5 Determination of dimensions mass and manoeuvring space NF EN ISO 7176 8 Wheelchairs part 8 Requirements and test methods for static impact and fatigue strengths NF EN ISO 7176 1...

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