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THE RADCLIFFE WHEELBASE
INTRODUCTION
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If there is a marked change in the user’s weight, or the wheelbase is reassigned to an-
other user, we would recommend you telephone the Wheelchair Centre to check that
the gas strut setting is correct. Details on weight and gas strut settings are shown in sec-
tion 5.
3.5
Repairs
Any repairs should be referred to your Wheelchair Service in the first instance.
3.6
Maintenance
It is important that regular maintenance is carried out on the wheelbase, which will maxi-
mise the life of the equipment - see section 19.
We trust that you find the Radcliffe Wheelbase suitable for your needs and the informa-
tion contained in this Handbook is of assistance.
3.7
Travel in Aircraft
If the wheelbase is being transported in an aircraft hold whether it is folded or unfolded,
please ensure that it is padded securely – particularly to protect the tilt mechanism, e.g.
bubble wrap
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User/Carer Handbook
19.3
Change of User
If the equipment is reassigned to a different user, it is essential for the Wheelchair Cen-
tre’s Rehabilitation Engineer to check the gas strut is set to the correct new total weight
of the user plus seat. We would also recommend that the Regular Maintenance and
Inspection, as detailed above, is carried out.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Prior to contacting your wheelchair service, their approved repairer or Radcliffe, please
go through the following checks :
“The wheelbase will not tilt”
•
check that the occupant is in the wheelbase, before attempting to tilt - the com-
bined weight of the user and seat, works with the gas 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”
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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 another carer (of the
correct weight) to sit in the wheelbase and move up and down through the tilt posi-
tions 3 or 4 times to lubricate the gas strut – see 5.1.
If the problem persists contact your Wheelchair Service in the first instance.
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WARRANTY
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The warranty commences from date of delivery to the Wheelchair Service.
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The period against defects for the wheelbase frame is 24 months.
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The period against defects for a refurbished wheelbase frame is 12 months.
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The period against defects for components is 12 months.
•
This warranty excludes castor tyres, wheel tyres and misuse or abuse.
•
A warranty claim should be made in writing stating the chassis number.
•
Warranty applicable to parts replaced under warranty would normally be as
above, however any changes arising, will be quoted at time of replacement.
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SAFETY AND MISUSE WARNINGS
•
It is important to read, understand and heed all the warnings, instructions and advice
given throughout this handbook - if in any doubt contact Radcliffe for clarification.
•
All the equipment identified in this handbook, must not be used other than in the
manner described.
•
If any changes are made to these products that can affect safety, the person mak-
ing the changes may be held responsible. Radcliffe Rehabilitation Services cannot
be held liable for any changes or modification made to their products once they
have been despatched.
