EDITION - V 1.0
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User
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Ultralight Folding Wheelchairs
Page 1: ...EDITION V 1 0 1 User Manual User Manual Ultralight Folding Wheelchairs ...
Page 2: ...e of purchase Serial Number Supplier Address Telephone The lightest folding wheelchair in the world The VELOCE is the most technologically advanced wheelchair for active users It redefines what a wheelchair should be by offering unrivaled lightness rigidity and responsiveness while keeping the important advantage of a compact folding system With a total weight starting at 8 0 kg and a transport we...
Page 3: ...ability of the industry The vertical mounting maximizes rigidity and responsiveness V Shaped Stem Stylised stem that offers more than looks It provides precise seat to floor and angle adjustments of the front wheel Newton Accessories The whole range of newton accessories are designed to be light and offer improved functionalities Introducing the Mantis Frame It s an entirely new type of wheelchair...
Page 4: ...JUSTING 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 ARMREST HEIGHT 10 7 FRONT RIGGINGS 10 7 1...
Page 5: ...DITION V 1 0 5 User Manual 3 Product Overview Parts List 1 Back Cane 2 Mudguard 3 Rear wheel 4 Wheel brake 5 Seat rail 6 Footplate 7 Caster 8 Fork 9 Caster Housing 10 Crossbrace 11 Back wheel axle plate ...
Page 6: ...The following symbols are 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 VELOCE wheelchair must be done by ...
Page 7: ...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 VELOCE was designed to be used on hard and plane...
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: ...d the Caregiver section of this manual Fasten your seat belt when being lifted in the wheelchair Going up or down the stairs Tilt the wheelchair back to its tipping point When going up bring the wheelchair backwards until the rear wheels touch the first step When going down bring the wheelchair forward to the edge of the stairway Pull up or lower the wheelchair to the next step one assistant shoul...
Page 10: ...stand behind the footrest Never use footplates to lift the wheelchair Only use non detachable parts to lift the wheelchair 9 4 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 4 1 Flip back armrests To lift t...
Page 11: ...you get the desired tension and keep the buckle centered 9 5 2 Velcro Belt To fasten your seatbelt insert 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 6 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 ti...
Page 12: ...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 Canes Loo...
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: ...ing the Swing away Armrest receiver Remove the two bolts 1 Align the armrest receiver with the mounting holes of the frame and of the transit securement anchor Reinstall the bolts and tighten firmly 10 6 6 Adjusting Swing away Armrest height Pull the armrest out of the receiver 1 Remove screws 2 Inside the armrest tube slide the dowel nut with a long screwdriver at the desired height 3 Reinstall s...
Page 15: ...all screws on the seat rails 10 9 Seat to floor height Any modification to the seat to floor height involves adjustment of anti tippers front caster angle and rear wheel toe in toe out if equipped with 3 or 6 camber It is important to do these adjustments before using the wheelchair as to reduce risk of injury 10 9 1 Changing the Front Seat to Floor Height To change the front seat to floor height ...
Page 16: ...sing The housing should be parallel to the set square If the housing is not parallel to the set square loosen screws 1 Rotate the caster housing to adjust the angle Tighten screws 1 This will hold the caster housing position Check again that the caster housing is perpendicular to the ground using the set square 10 11 Rear wheels 10 11 1 Adjusting Quick Release Axles Remove the rear wheel from the ...
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: ... 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 responsibility Motion Composites so...
Page 20: ...ebris low pressure flat spots or wear Make sure anti tip tubes are locked in place if equipped Visually inspect fabric for protruding metal rips or tears Ensure that hand grips are not loose if equipped Check hand rims for rough edges and make sure they are free from grease or other contaminants Checks for component interference Check for irregular noise and rattles Weekly Check tire pressure with...
Page 21: ...bec Canada J0K 3H0 Phone 1 866 650 6555 Fax 450 588 0200 support motioncomposites com www motioncomposites com Authorized representative Advena Ltd Pure Offices Plato Close Warwick CV34 6WE United Kingdoms We hereby declare that the below mentioned devices have been classified according to the classification rules and conform to the Essential Principles of Safety and Performance as laid out in the...
Page 22: ...ame Angle Height available 0 6 cm 70 16 40 6 cm to 19 48 2 cm 80 16 40 6 cm to 20 50 8 cm 90 16 40 6 cm to 20 50 8 cm I II TABLE REAR SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHTS Wheel size Height available 0 6 cm 22 wheel 13 34 2 cm to 18 45 7 cm 24 wheel 14 36 8 cm to 19 48 2 cm 25 wheel 15 38 0 cm to 19 49 5 cm 26 wheel 15 39 3 cm to 20 50 8 cm ...
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Page 24: ...composites com www motioncomposites com Conversion chart Inches Metric Inches Metric Inches Metric Inches Metric 1 4 0 6 cm 1 2 5 cm 10 25 4 cm 19 48 3 cm 1 2 1 3 cm 2 5 0 cm 11 28 0 cm 20 50 8 cm 3 4 2 0 cm 3 7 6 cm 12 30 5 cm 21 53 3 cm 4 10 2 cm 13 33 0 cm 22 55 9 cm 5 12 7 cm 14 35 6 cm 23 58 4 cm 6 15 2 cm 15 38 1 cm 24 61 0 cm 7 17 8 cm 16 40 6 cm 25 63 5 cm 8 20 3 cm 17 43 2 cm 26 66 0 cm 9...
