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10 

THE RADCLIFFE WHEELBASE 

 

6

              

SEATING SYSTEM

 

Your wheelbase has  been supplied 
with the Seating System fitted.  If it is 
a requirement to have the seat re-
moved from the wheelbase check 
with your wheelchair service to 
identify what type of interface has 
been used to secure the seat to the 
wheelbase.  If it is a Radcliffe Inter-
face then proceed as follows:   

•       

Release the interface cam 
locks - there are two on each 
side - located over the top 
seat rails. 

•       

Gently pull up and lift the seat 
in line with seating supplier’s 
instructions. 

 
If a Radcliffe Interface has not been used, refer to your Wheelchair Service or Seating 
Supplier for instructions. 
 

7a

           

OPERATING AND APPLYING THE SHADOW MK4 BRAKES

 

 
Your wheelbase is fitted with hand operated hub brakes to allow regulation of speed on 
hills and whilst travelling along. These are located on the push handles.  
 

To  apply  the  brakes,  pull  the  brake  levers  (1)  evenly  and  smoothly  towards  the 
handle and bring the wheelbase to a stop. 

To lock the brakes on, pull the brake levers until it is possible to engage the lock-
ing lever in the second of the three ratchet positions.  

Still  pulling  the  lever  (1),  push  the  locking  lever  in  direction  2  into  the  second 
ratchet position to secure the brakes.  

To release the brakes, push the locking lever in direction 3, whilst pulling the brake 
lever. 

 
 
IMPORTANT NOTE:  
The hub brakes should be used to regulate the speed 
on slopes. Secondary attendant brakes are available 
and recommended if the wheelbase is to be parked 
or used frequently on slopes.  
Attendant brakes: Part no. SP500 - see section 7b 

 
 
 

 

2nd Ratchet position 

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User/Carer Handbook 

16            MANOEUVRING KERBS AND STEPS 
 
16.1

         

To Go Up a Kerb 

Have the wheelbase facing the kerb.  Swing away the anti-tippers, firmly hold the 
push handles and place your foot on the silver tipping lever (see page 7 item 11).  
Then pull the handles towards you and with your foot, push down and forward on the 
tipping lever.  This will raise the front wheels to clear the step. 

Continue tipping until the wheelbase is “balanced” on the back wheels.  When 
“balanced” little to no effort is required to hold the wheelbase in this tipped position, 
removing the foot should not cause any excessive increase in the effort to hold the 
wheelbase steady with the hands only. 

With the Wheelbase “balanced” keep a firm grip on the push handles and push 
chair forward up onto the pavement. 

If there was a need to change the tilt angle, reposition tilt to its original position. 

 
NOTE:  DO NOT attempt to raise the front wheels without using the tipping levers.  This 
could result in the carer straining their back and will place excessive loading on the push 
handles. 
 

16.2

         

To Go Down a Kerb

 

NOTE: DO NOT TIP THE WHEELBASE FORWARD AS THE OCCUPANT MAY FALL OUT. 

 

Firmly hold the push handles and place your foot on the silver tipping lever (see page 
7 item 11).  Then pull the handles towards you and with your foot, push down and 
forward on the tipping lever.  Raise the front wheels until the chair is balanced. 

With the Wheelbase “balanced” move carefully forward and lower the wheelbase 
down the kerb whilst it is tilted on its rear wheels. 

Place your foot back on the tipping lever and carefully lower the front wheels back 
on the ground. 

If there was a need to change the tilt angle, reposition tilt to its original position. 

 

16.3 

        

Slopes

 

When the Seating System was fitted to the Shadow Wheelbase the stability of the 
complete system  (wheelbase and seating system) would have been checked by 
the Rehabilitation Engineer 

When used on slopes the stability of the wheelbase is changed.  If the wheelbase is 
parked, it is recommended that it is facing forwards down the slope.   

 
The  combined  weight  of  the  wheelbase  seating  system  and  occupant  may  be  very 
heavy  and  care  should  be  taken  when  negotiating  slopes,  particularly  when  going 
down  .    BE  AWARE  of  the  DANGER  and  have  a  second  assistant  to  help  push  up  the 
slope  or  hold  to  go  down.    The  hub  brakes  should  be  used  to  regulate  the  speed  on 
slopes. Secondary attendant brakes are available and recommended if the wheelbase 
is to be parked or used frequently on slopes.  
Attendant brakes: Part no. SP500 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for Shadow 4

Page 1: ...28 THE RADCLIFFE WHEELBASE THE RADCLIFFE SHADOW WHEELBASE Shadow Classic USER CARER HANDBOOK Version 6 I M 22 December 2006 ...

Page 2: ...ANOEUVRING KERBS AND STEPS 17 TRANSPORTATION 18 REPAIRS 19 MAINTENANCE 20 TROUBLESHOOTING 21 WARRANTY 22 SAFETY MISUSE WARNINGS 23 GENERAL ADVICE 24 RADCLIFFE SHADOW WHEELBASE OPTIONS 25 INSPECTION RECORD LOG If you have any queries or require further information please contact us RADCLIFFE REHABILITATION SERVICES LTD 5 The Sidings Top Station Road Brackley Northants NN13 7UG U K Telephone 44 0 12...

Page 3: ..._________________________________________ WHEELCHAIR CENTRE TELEPHONE NUMBER _____________________________________________________________________________ Client REFERENCE NUMBER _____________________________________________________________________________ USER NAME _____________________________________________________________________________ ADDRESS _______________________________________________...

Page 4: ...tly If the wheelbase is in a hard usage and or frequent steps and kerbs situation it is important that it is inspected in line with our rec ommendations See section 18 2 3 Troubleshooting If you have any difficulty operating the equipment please refer to our Troubleshooting guidelines see section 20 If the situation persists contact your wheelchair service in the first instance 2 4 Use of Wheelbas...

Page 5: ...n you receive the wheelbase it should be fitted with the seat and complete with all the appropriate accessories If in any doubt contact your Wheelchair Service This handbook relates to the wheelbase only Please also refer to the seating manufac turer s handbook for information on the seat This handbook covers the Shadow 4 Hub braked version and Shadow Classic Manual braked version 3 2 Intended Use...

Page 6: ... strut setting to ensure a smooth movement through the tilt positions check that the carer is pressing the gas strut pedal and then pushing down on the handles if the wheelbase has been standing unused for some time see comment at 5 1 The wheelbase is difficult to tilt check that the gas strut is set to the correct position see section 5 if the wheelbase has been standing unused for some time ask ...

Page 7: ... time Used with care and discretion the wheelbase should require very little further regular maintenance 19 2 Inspection The equipment should be carefully inspected At least annually but more frequently if used extensively out of doors with frequent kerbs or steps The following points should be checked for security excessive wear adjustment and lubrication if applicable We recommend that you recor...

Page 8: ...o RK CAM K R plus a double inertia reel three point occupant restraint system part No QIR 3H ATF WH The Rear Lock system requires strapping blocks part No S65 positioned on the rear cross brace 75 mm from each side frame see picture below to take the special attachment clamps used by these systems Note Tilt position cannot be used with the rear lock system the wheelbase must be in the upright no t...

Page 9: ...re may be no need to undertake point 4 5 if the Tilt restriction block provides that correct angle IF FURTHER INFORMATION IS REQUIRED PLEASE CONTACT RADCLIFFE REHABILITATION SERVICES ON 01280 700256 A B 9 User Carer Handbook 5 TILT IN SPACE FACILITY Please note the wheelbase requires the weight of the seat and occupant to move smoothly through the tilt positions Ensure both of the brakes are on De...

Page 10: ... to clear the step Continue tipping until the wheelbase is balanced on the back wheels When balanced little to no effort is required to hold the wheelbase in this tipped position removing the foot should not cause any excessive increase in the effort to hold the wheelbase steady with the hands only With the Wheelbase balanced keep a firm grip on the push handles and push chair forward up onto the ...

Page 11: ... the footplates up If necessary remove the armrests Refer to the seating supplier s handbook regarding any instructions connected with the seating system to assist the occupant out of the seat 11 User Carer Handbook 7b OPERATING AND APPLYING THE SHADOW CLASSIC BRAKES Your Shadow Classic wheelbase is fitted with SP500 attendant brakes as shown be low To apply the brakes grip the end of the lever an...

Page 12: ...e push handle latch pin assembly is factory set and should not be ad justed 17 User Carer Handbook 13 ANTI TIPPERS Swing away anti tippers are fitted to your wheelbase when swung away you can use the tipping lever to assist you should you need to raise the front wheels from the floor such as when negotiating a curb 13 1 To Swing away the anti tippers From the rear of the anti tipper place your han...

Page 13: ...TO FIT THE TRAY Fit the armrests to the wheelbase in the normal way Undo the tray support knobs and slide the tray support into the front of the support brackets 13 User Carer Handbook 9 FOLDING THE WHEELBASE Please refer to your seating supplier s handbook regarding removal of the seat 9 FOLDING THE WHEELBASE Please refer to your seating supplier s handbook regarding removal of the seat Ensure th...

Page 14: ...lied to the Wheelchair Service 15 User Carer Handbook 10 3 Fitting of Swing Away Brackets These brackets may be fitted to your wheelbase allowing footrest attachments to be fitted to swing away to the side for easier access We recommend these are fitted by your Wheelchair Service or their approved repairer Full fitting details are supplied in the Technical Manual 10 4 Removing swing away footrests...

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