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THE RADCLIFFE WHEELBASE
23
GENERAL ADVICE
Ensure that clothes, covers or rugs are kept clear from the wheels and tilt mechanism.
Avoid sudden movements and advise the occupant when you are changing the tilt po-
sition of the wheelbase.
Be sure to put both brakes on before attempting to lift the occupant in or out of the
wheelbase and seat.
If the wheelbase or tyres are to be stored for any length of time, it is important that the
tyre pressure is checked periodically and stored away from sunlight.
Take immediate action on any repairs that are required.
24 Radcliffe Shadow Wheelbase “Options”
Product Ref Product Description Unit
S8 15” Standard Footrests PAIR
S7 18” Standard Footrests PAIR
S14 15” Heavy Duty Footrests PAIR
S13 18” Heavy Duty Footrests PAIR
S45 15” 90
°
Footrests PAIR
S17 18” 90
°
Footrests PAIR
S4 Standard Height Adjustable Armrests PAIR
S41 Armrest Outriggers PAIR
S29 Angle and Height Adjustable Armrests PAIR
S5 Scooped Armrests with 350mm Pads PAIR
S20 Tray Brackets PAIR
S67 Angle & Height Adjustable Scooped Armrests PAIR
S9 15” Interface ONE
S24 18” Interface ONE
S12 15” Contoured tray complete with tray brackets ONE
S38 18” Contoured tray complete with tray brackets ONE
S65 Transport Kit SET
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User/Carer Handbook
3
INTRODUCTION
3.1
Supply of the Wheelbase and Seating System
The Radcliffe Wheelbase is supplied to the Wheelchair Service as a chassis only. It is de-
signed to take a number of different seating systems. Your Wheelchair Service has iden-
tified the most appropriate seat for your needs and is responsible for arranging to fit the
seating system to the wheelbase. When 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
•
The wheelbase is intended for indoor and outdoor use, but it is not designed for
rough terrain.
•
Advice on transporting the wheelbase is included within this handbook - see section
17.
•
The standard gas struts are 2 x 500N which provides a maximum
total weight
for the
15” wheelbase of 75 kilos (12 stone) and for the 18” wheelbase 95.5 kilos (15 stone).
Please note the weight of the occupant PLUS the weight of the seating system
equals the total weight.
•
Alternatively, the 18” wheelbase can be re-inforced and fitted with 2 x 1000N gas
struts allowing for a maximum
total weight
of 125 kilos (19.64 stone).
3.4
Tilt - in - Space Facility
•
This facility allows the wheelbase to tilt backwards, whilst maintaining the same pos-
tural seating position. The tilt position is variable from horizontal to a maximum of 20
degrees.
•
The tilt mechanism is operated by twin locking gas struts. In order for the wheelbase
to tilt smoothly for the user and carer, it is necessary for the gas struts to be on a set-
ting which takes account of the total weight on the wheelbase - that is the weight of
the user, plus the weight of the seat, equals the total weight. Your Wheelchair Cen-
tre is responsible for ensuring the gas struts are set correctly. If operating the Wheel-
base with lighter clients, extra care must be taken when using the tilt mechanism and
some downward pressure on the push handles may be needed to prevent sudden
movement.
