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. 8822150 Rev 2021-01, Publ. 2021-03-23

Panthera

AB reserves the right to make technical changes if required

User manual

Panthera AB, Gunnebogatan 26, 163 53 Spånga, 46-8-761 50 40, www.panthera.se, [email protected]

Wheelchair model

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Page 1: ...2021 01 Publ 2021 03 23 Panthera AB reserves the right to make technical changes if required User manual Panthera AB Gunnebogatan 26 163 53 Spånga Sweden 46 8 761 50 40 www panthera se panthera panthera se Wheelchair model ...

Page 2: ...se ensure you carefully read the instructions To view the images and text more clearly you can also read the instructions digitally at www panthera se DESIGNED FOR PURPOSE Panthera X wheelchairs are built for individuals who need a manual dynamic wheelchair for everyday use both inside and outside the home These wheelchairs are made to be used by people with physical disabilities and are not limit...

Page 3: ...ser see Technical facts CONTACT If you have any questions or need help with the product contact your local supplier Assis tance centre first To get in touch with the manufacturer see the details below Panthera AB 46 0 8 761 50 40 Gunnebogatan 26 www panthera se SE 163 53 Spånga panthera panthera se SYMBOLS The symbols used in the instructions and on the wheelchair and what they mean are listed bel...

Page 4: ...omic practi cal design was an engineering challenge requiring years of development experimentation and practical testing The result is the strongest and lightest wheelchair ever built The low weight combined with the stable fixed frame and easy rolling castors make the wheelchair extremely easy to manoeuvre The chassis seat angle and adjustable seat upholstery combined with a backrest that is adju...

Page 5: ...ht to make technical changes if required OVERVIEW Fig 3 1 Backrest upholstery 2 Backrest frame 3 Rear wheel Tire 4 Brake 5 Chassis 6 Calfstrap 7 Footrest 8 Castor wheel 9 Quick release hub QR 10 Push rim 11 Backrest attachment 12 Seat Cushion 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 9 11 Fig 3 12 ...

Page 6: ...ance of the wheelchair The tipping capacity of the wheelchair may also be affected if a bag is hung on the back rest if you lean or stretch backwards if the tyres are worn or contain insufficient air or if there is an unexpected change to the surface you are driving on Anti tip device As the drivers of the Panthera X are very advanced users and benefits of as low weight as possible Panthera do not...

Page 7: ...t on or get caught on it If you use the one hand brake and can stand up be careful not to open the brake by acci dent with the back of your legs Driving Before using your wheelchair outdoors spend plenty of time honing your driving technique in a secure indoor environment with a flat surface Always use the anti tip devices or ensure someone is behind you as you practise Do not attempt to drive out...

Page 8: ...ackwards and let the push rims slowly slide through your hands You should be able to stop the wheelchair at any time by a firm grip at the pushrims Driving down curbs Fig 51 52 With an assistant Fig 51 Place the wheelchair close to the curbs the assistant holds the backrest bow and lift up the castor wheels and keep the wheelchair in balance Then roll both rearwheels slowly down the curbs while yo...

Page 9: ... You can transport yourself in stairs by taking one step at the time according to the instruc tion below One of the two assistants should stand behind the wheelchair and hold the backrest bow The other assistant should hold somewhere on the frames rigid parts to support the wheel chair in the front It is important that the rearwheels has support from the ground Lifting the wheelchair with a user i...

Page 10: ...es Se Brakes under Settings 3 Place one hand on the far corner of the wheelchair chassis and the other on the surface you are moving from 4 Carefully transfer yourself into the wheelchair with good balance To ensure the wheelchair is as stable as possible reverse the wheelchair by 5 10 cm before stopping to make sure the Castors are pointing forwards Lifting while the user is in the wheelchair Fig...

Page 11: ...nd and the pushrim generates high heat SETTINGS When adjusting the chair to suit your sitting posture and provide the mobility you require it is important that you make the adjustments in the correct order Firstly adjust the chair to enable the correct sitting posture Only then can you adjust the balance of the wheelchair to provide the mobility you require This must be done in the correct sequenc...

Page 12: ...t at the same time as your feet are supported by the footplates or foot support Adjusting the height of the footrest 1 Remove the two screws supporting the footrest on the front of the frame using a 3 mm Allen key 2 You can then move the footrest up or down to fit into one of the fixed positions 3 Securely tighten the two screws 3 The tension of the calf strap heel strap Fig 8 The tension of the c...

Page 13: ... to avoid the backrest tubing becoming crooked Test this by placing the backrest in the upright position and checking that both adjustment screws are touching the frame 3 Experiment with suitable backrest angles before tightening the lock nuts 1 on both sides 5 The tension of the backrest upholstery Fig 10 You can adjust the backrest upholstery to suit the shape of your back using the straps locat...

Page 14: ...ve the necessary support 5 Fold down the backrest upholstery s upper flap 1 6 The balance of the wheelchair Fig 11 The Panthera X has a fixed rear axle so balancing is achieved by moving the body posi tion in relation to the rear axle This can be done by moving the backrest which can be fixed in 4 different positions The further back you mount the backrest the more likely your chair will tip over ...

Page 15: ...ime Adjusting the X one hand brake Fig 13 One arm brake X is activated by pulling lever 1 backwards until stop Then both rear wheel are locked at the same time 1 Use a block key 12 mm to loosen the one hand brake s clamping bolts on both sides 2 You will now be able to push the brake forwards and backwards along the chassis seat tubing Adjust the brake so that it presses around 4 mm into the tyre ...

Page 16: ...h a soft upper section that folds down upon load for exam ple when the user transfers to and from the wheelchair You can place your hands on the side guards while pulling yourself up and down The side guards can be removed during transportation for example by pulling them up vertically to release them from their attachments Hip belt Fig 15 A hip belt positioning belt may be fitted without affectin...

Page 17: ... in a ve hicle At transport in a vehicle you must make a transfer to a regualr seat with a safety belt An exception may be made if the vehicle is fitted with a device designed in accordance with Bus Directive 2001 85 EG Appendix VII Item 3 8 3 In such cases the user may trav el without a restraint system with the wheelchair facing in the opposite direction to which the vehicle is travelling Fig 19...

Page 18: ...de guards if necessary and pull them up vertically 2 Remove the seat cushion if necessary 3 Push the backrest forward to fold the backrest Detaching the rear wheel Fig 21 1 Push the quick release button 1 2 Pull the wheel straight off Attaching the rear wheel Fig 21 1 Push the quick release button 1 2 Insert the wheel into the rear axle and then push it in as far as possible 3 Check that the butto...

Page 19: ...e chassis thoroughly or let a specialist check the wheelchair Important CFRP Carbon reinforced plastic is a very strong and light material but also sensitive for heavy impacts and sharp objects Cracks and other damages on the carbon fibre structure caused by i e a fall backwards on a hard surface can lead to a sudden brake of the chas sis Avoid Dropping the chassis on hard surfaces Scratch or scra...

Page 20: ...wheel and the fork and wipe the outside of the wheel bearing with a cloth Apply a drop of oil to each bearing When finished reassemble the components Lubricate the rear wheel s quick release Remove the rear wheel by pressing the quick release button and pulling the wheel straight off Distribute a few drops of oil over the quick releases at the hub of the rear axle If you drive in rain sand salt or...

Page 21: ... wheel to the wheelchair taking care to ensure the quick release button springs out so the wheel is securely fastened to the hub Pull the wheel outwards to ensure it is firmly attached Spin the wheel to ensure the tyre has been fitted correctly and the wheel is completely circular Replacing Castors Fig 26 1 Order parts from Panthera in the correct dimension 2 Detach the castor using two 4 mm Allen...

Page 22: ... attributable to defects relating to design material or manufacturing The guarantee does NOT cover faults attributable to normal wear and tear negligent maintenance handling errors incorrect storage incorrect assembly on the part of the pur chaser adjustments and use of products from other supplies without obtaining Panthera AB s written consent or deterioration attributable to repairs carried out...

Page 23: ...4 25 24 25 Pushrim diameter mm 555 580 555 580 555 580 555 580 555 580 Rearwheel camber angle 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Castor diameter mm 87 87 87 87 87 Footrest to seat measure 35 43 35 43 35 43 35 43 35 43 Transport measure Width 40 43 46 49 52 Length 74 74 74 74 74 Height 38 5 38 5 38 5 38 5 38 5 Weight Max angle with brake 5 5 5 5 5 Total g 4400 4450 4500 4550 4600 Transport 2100 2150 2200 2250 230...

Page 24: ...24 art nr 8822150 Rev 2021 01 Publ 2021 03 23 Panthera AB reserves the right to make technical changes if required NOTES ...

Page 25: ... art nr 8822150 Rev 2021 01 Publ 2021 03 23 Panthera AB reserves the right to make technical changes if required Panthera AB Gunnebogatan 26 163 53 Spånga 08 761 50 40 www panthera se panthera panthera se ...

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