User Manual 2012
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Your wheelchair is fitted with parking brakes. They are not suitable to stop the chair whilst in
motion.
Always make sure that they are applied before attempting to move an object.
Always make sure that they are working before attempting to use the wheelchair.
Any time you enter or leave the wheelchair: always apply BOTH parking brakes.
Always approach the wheelchair close to an object before attempting to move it towards or away
from the wheelchair. Make sure that the wheels are locked in place by the brakes before lifting
the object. Turn both front wheels toward the object that you want to move to improve stability.
Never use the parking brakes to slow down a moving wheelchair.
Never use the parking brakes to stop the wheelchair when it is in motion.
Never tip the wheelchair if it can be avoided.
Never use the wheelchair on an escalator or stairs.
Never use the chair sideways on a ramp
Avoid steep ramps whenever possible to avoid tipping forward or backwards.
Weight Limit
The recommended weight limit is specified on the identification label fixed to the cross member of
the wheelchair. You will also find the unique identifier serial number on the same label. The seat
width is also specified.
The weight limits for each chair as follows:
TINA™ FHD800
max user weight 25 stones/160 kgs
TINA™ FHD1000 max user weight 33 stones/210kgs
TINA™ FHD1400 max user weight 40 stones/254 kgs
TINA™ FHD1500
max user weight 50 stones/318 kgs
TINA™ FHD1600 max user weight 63 stones/400 kgs - Contact for details
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR WHEELCHAIR USE
SAFETY/HANDLING
CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN LIFTING THE TINA™
WHEELCHAIRS.
REFER TO MANUAL HANDLING GUIDELINES.
Parking Brakes
Check that the parking brakes do not rub against the tyres when the wheelchair is moving. The
parking brakes must operate easily and not stick.
Height-Adjustable Armrests
Make sure that the adjustment mechanism operates smoothly. Check that the height adjustable
armrests slide easily and lock tightly in position.
Large (24’’) Wheels
Check that there is no excessive bending or flexing during motion or when you shift your weight
within the chair. Due to the method of construction the wheels may not run absolutely true:
however excessive buckling or loose/broken spokes should be investigated immediately.
