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R Healthcare Technical Information Manual - Dash November 2013 Revision B

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MANUAL

(Incorporating technical, service, spares and accessory information)

Dash Series Wheelchairs

DASH LITE 2 AP

– Attendant Propelled

DASH LITE 2 SP

– Self Propelled



April 2014

Summary of Contents for Dash Series

Page 1: ...Manual Dash November 2013 Revision B 1 TECHNICAL INFORMATION MANUAL Incorporating technical service spares and accessory information Dash Series Wheelchairs DASH LITE 2 AP Attendant Propelled DASH LI...

Page 2: ...ces I N D E X Page No Content Item No 1 Dash series manual wheelchair general descriptions 2 Index and references 4 Foreword 5 Warranty policy 6 Technical data sheet Dash 1 0 7 Packing and handling 2...

Page 3: ...17 Service intervals 17 Moving parts and mechanisms 17 Cleaning materials 17 Tools and equipment 18 Torques and tools 19 Wheelchair modularity 21 Wheels and tyres 7 0 22 Brakes 8 0 23 Castors and cast...

Page 4: ...pplied our unique workplace experience with disabled people and combined this with our technical expertise and feedback from users carers and rehabilitation professionals to produce the R Healthcare W...

Page 5: ...and any subsequent losses or claims shall be the liability of the organisation undertaking such repairs or modifications R Healthcare will not be liable for consumable items at any stage during the w...

Page 6: ...R Healthcare Technical Information Manual Dash November 2013 Revision B 6 1 0 Data Sheet 12 9KG 13 0KG 13 0KG...

Page 7: ...ation supplied is kept in a safe place for your future reference with the Service Record available for the Approved Distributor to endorse at the recommended service interval Other cautionary informat...

Page 8: ...s nature will affect the stability of the manual wheelchair also during movement indoors there will be more restrictive limitation on turning or movement owing to the positioning of adaptations Attend...

Page 9: ...rm to be retained at distribution point for service reference A review of this information is recommended at least every two years Client Name Address Batch Code Wheelchair Serial Number Issue Date Re...

Page 10: ...ION CHECK REVIEW REVIEW AND REPLACE WHEELCHAIR IF REQUIRED 7 to 8 CASTORS WHEELS BRAKES FUNCTION CHECK REVIEW CASTORS WHEELS BRAKES UPHOLSTERY FUNCTION CHECK REVIEW CASTORS WHEELS BRAKES FUNCTION CHEC...

Page 11: ...ntial risk to users Below is a general guide to assist Healthcare professionals inspect wheelchairs with a view to Potential fault finding it is best practice to change any damaged or suspect componen...

Page 12: ...ill indicate that the arm pad screws need further tightening Check that the Arm locks are in the engaged position grasp each arm in turn at the front on the bend in the tube and pull upwards to check...

Page 13: ...handle lift the R H rear wheel off the ground gently spin the wheel backwards and visually check that a The wheel rim is running true in both planes b The tyre is running true in both planes c On S P...

Page 14: ...ccurate planning of the economic service life Recycle or Replace When deciding whether to recycle or replace with new consideration should be given to the usage history of the chair In the event of hi...

Page 15: ...nction of the substrate steel structure Surface blasting the old paintwork off is an acceptable alternative but we recommend that this operation is only carried out once in the lifetime of the wheelch...

Page 16: ...Healthcare have reduced direct chair labelling to a minimum for practical reasons but as a result of our experiences of actual incidents in the field we believe that some important permanent caution...

Page 17: ...ervice interval the wheelchair may be examined and the user given the benefit of direct expert advice and training which could improve long term reliability and safety Many standard service routines a...

Page 18: ...ST CLAMP TO STEM GENERAL 10 7 NONE 10mm A F HEX SPANNER BRAKE CLAMP TO FRAME ACCESS 10 7 NONE 10mm A F HEX SPANNER BRAKE CLAMP TO FRAME DASH LITE 7 5 NONE 10mm A F HEX SPANNER BACKREST HINGE MOUNTING...

Page 19: ...nd environment of use and should be assessed according to a standard maintenance procedure and critical component replacement schedule similar to that included in this manual The Dash construction inc...

Page 20: ...loped After this initial time of use it should be possible to review and give objective advice about possible settings or adaptations which will help the user to improve independence or highlight pote...

Page 21: ...nt propelled wheelchairs particularly with heavyweight occupants or where ride performance is a priority we recommend rubber pneumatic tyres If there is a preference for reduced tyre maintenance we re...

Page 22: ...wheel replacement and corrective action with regard to the area of application Dash frames accommodate either occupant or attendant propelled wheel position options The rear wheel mounting is an inje...

Page 23: ...excessive and function is affected Frequent misuse or excessive wear and damage should be noted The brake or tyre specification should be reviewed in the light of such service experience 9 0 CASTORS T...

Page 24: ...should be fully tightened The castor fork has three hole positions for different types of wheel and angle settings The standard wheel position for the 190mm castor is in the centre hole Alternative po...

Page 25: ...he occupant s foot at the required support position The footplate can be swivelled from the support position upwards against the stem and bracket to allow compact folding and occupant Dash When obtain...

Page 26: ...kerb The use of anti tip stabilisers is an important safety feature and permanent removal should not be taken lightly but it should nevertheless be an objective for a fully competent and independent...

Page 27: ...n occupant over 110Kg is recommended Spare replacement push handles are supplied complete with injection moulded hinge unit assembly and fixings The push handle grips on Dash are manufactured from PU...

Page 28: ...as spares in chair sets Replacement armrests and armrest component parts are available as spares 13 0 UPHOLSTERY The upholstery seat on Dash is either padded on self propelled and unpadded on occupan...

Page 29: ...the canvas and leave residue If desired cleanliness is not achieved R Healthcare advises the canvas is replaced To remove sever stains and potential contamination from such things as bodily fluids R...

Page 30: ...Serial Number Service Issue Date TYPE MODEL OTHER FEATURES RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVAL MONTHS SIGNED To ensure that your wheelchair remains in first class working order please ensure that the followi...

Page 31: ...nical Information Manual Dash Page 31 March 2007 Revision B DETAILS OF SPARES AND ACCESSORIES ARE AVAILABLE FROM CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT INFORMATION IS ALSO AVAILABLE FROM THE SPARES AND DASHORY M...

Page 32: ...s gradually around the rim 3 Do this for both walls If the inner tube is also to be replaced remove it after the first wall is removed from the wheel rim see instructions supplied with Inner Tube 4 En...

Page 33: ...gain extreme care must be taken when cutting away the tyre 10 Clamp the Round Bar in the bench vice 11 Warm the tyre by sitting it in a bath of water at 50 degrees centigrade care should be taken when...

Page 34: ...dually around the rim 19 Remove the existing inner tube be removing the securing nut from the valve which secures the rim onto the outside of the wheel rim 20 Insert the new Inner Tube by placing the...

Page 35: ...ress in the button at the centre of the wheel spindle which will allow the spindle to pass through the receiver 5 Release the button which will release the 2 bearings inside the wheelchair locking the...

Page 36: ...e replaced if assembled in pairs R Healthcare recommends replace both assemblies for continuity of wheelchair in use Method 24 Using the No 3 Pozidrive Screwdriver remove the screws that lock the hand...

Page 37: ...eplace both seat back canvas and hand grips for continuity of wheelchair in use Method 1 Remove the existing seat canvas by turning anti clockwise the 8 securing canvas screws 2 Retain the Canvas Bar...

Page 38: ...d grips for continuity of wheelchair in use Method 12 Remove the existing seat canvas by turning anti clockwise the securing canvas screws 13 Remove the securing bolt that allows the push handle to pi...

Page 39: ...Select height of extended back rest canvas 6 9 or 12 inch to suit assessment needs Width of canvas will vary dependent upon the width of the wheelchair 11 Back rest canvas screws Remove 4 off back res...

Page 40: ...ir ensuring there is no loose clothing that could interfere with the occupants own comfort or the wheelchairs general use 2 Holding the end of each lap strap bring to the front of the chair explaining...

Page 41: ...e when using the knife to remove the existing hand grip 22 Clean surface where grip is intended to fit using white spirit type cleaner 23 Ensure the hand grip areas are dry and clean 24 Prepare grip f...

Page 42: ...assembly Pick up 2 x M6 concentric bolts onto the bolts 2 x U bent washers one on each bolt Ensure head of bolt fits inside U section of washer Assemble these bolt sub assemblies though the castor ass...

Page 43: ...r continuity of wheelchair in use 35 Remove the existing armpad from the wheelchair using the necessary tool turning anticlockwise 36 Position the Armpad on the armrest frame ensuring that the armrest...

Page 44: ...adhesive from wheelchair tipping lever Use extreme care when using the knife to remove the existing hand grip 32 Clean surface where tipping lever is intended to fit using white spirit 33 Prepare gri...

Page 45: ...est tube Discard 4 Disengage the push handle from the chair frame and feed the push handle grip through the back canvas this is tight but there is no need to cut the canvas 5 Fit to Chair 6 Fit the ne...

Page 46: ...air in use Removal method Remove locking pin Carefully pull away from the back of the wheelchair until free from the bottom tube the stabilisers should now be discarded Fitting method Fit new stabilis...

Page 47: ...ols to loosen fastening point between stem and parent assembly Remove fastening Remove footplate and stem assembly from parent swinger and discard Fitting method Offer replacement handed footplate and...

Page 48: ...use Removal method Depress thump trigger located on under side of mounting plate in order to release lock Lift and remove from frame and discard Fitting method Offer replacement handed swinger bracke...

Page 49: ...ithin the adjustment range Operation of this requires a degree of finger strength and it is recommended that this is carried out by a carer or trained attendant Users and carer s are reminded that whe...

Page 50: ...g into front tube and rotate as far as possible so that the stump support is in line with the side frame Release the thumb trigger so that the stump support locks in position Checking method Twist Stu...

Page 51: ...inuity of wheelchair in use Method 39 Remove existing armrest assembly Turn armrest locking lever front and back to unlocked position Remove armrest from front and back mouldings Armrest replacement U...

Page 52: ...en arm pad screws from armrest and remove 3 Take universal tray bracket 11 and attach to underside of armrest on the outside securing with screw 14 and washer 15 through slotted hole in plate 13 throu...

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