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Issue No: SQCA1 2010 

2.  SAFETY 

 

Wheelchair safety requires the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant.  
This manual describes the most common procedures and techniques involved in the safe 
operation of the wheelchair.  It is important to practice and master these safe techniques until you 
are comfortable operating the product.  Use this information only as a "basic" guide.  

 

  

2.1.  WEIGHT LIMITATION 

 

To ensure the safety of the user and others, the RGK ‘Club Sport A’ has a weight limitation of 

120kg.  

This weight limit is confirmed next to the serial number and CE marking on the 

underside of the frame work. 

 

2.2.  WEIGHT TRAINING 

 
RGK

 DOES NOT recommend the use of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus.  

RGK

 products have NOT been designed or tested as a seat for any kind of weight training.  

If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, 

RGK

 shall NOT be liable for 

bodily injury and the warranty will be voided immediately.

 

 

2.3.  OPERATION ENVIROMENT 

 

Sports wheelchairs must ONLY be used on smooth, dry and flat surfaces dedicated to 
wheelchair sports.     
 

WARNING!

 Use on stairways, escalators, curbs, steps or any other unsuitable surface could 

result in death, personal injury or property damage. 

 
WARNING!

 Due to the nature of the design, 

RGK 

sports wheelchairs are NOT suitable for 

wheelchair assistants to push.        

 

 

2.4. TRANSFERRING 

 

Before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair, every precaution should be taken to 
reduce the distance between chairs.  Turn both castors toward the object you are 
transferring onto.  

RGK

 advise having an assistant present during transfer.

 

 

TIP:

 When transferring, position yourself as far back as possible in the seat.  This will 

prevent damage to the upholstery and the possibility of the chair tipping forward.  
 

WARNING!

 DO NOT use the footplate as a platform when getting in or out of the wheelchair.  

 

 

2.5.  STABILITY AND BALANCE 

 

To ensure stability and correct operation of your wheelchair, you must at all times maintain 
balance.  Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach, bend and transfer in and out 
of the wheelchair.  These movements will cause a change to the normal balance, centre of 
gravity, and weight distribution of the wheelchair.  To determine and establish your particular 
safety limits, 

RGK

 recommend practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in 

several combinations in the presence of a qualified health professional BEFORE attempting 
active use of the wheelchair. 

 

 
TIP:

 Virtually all activities which involve movement in the chair have an effect on the centre 

of gravity.  

RGK

 recommends using seat restraints for additional safety while involved in 

activities that shift your weight.  

 
WARNING! 

Know your limits.  Excessive reaching or leaning away from the centre of gravity 

could result in the wheelchair tipping over, which could lead to personal injury or property 
damage.   

 

Summary of Contents for CLUB SPORT ADJUSTABLE

Page 1: ...ssel Simms Commercial Director WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTACT YOUR RGK DEALER OR A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL DOCTOR THERAPIST BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT RGK Wheelchairs Ltd Unit 8B C Ring Road Zone 2 Burntwood Business Par...

Page 2: ... backrest height 11 4 2 Seat and cushion 11 4 2 1 Replacing cushion cover 11 4 2 2 Adjusting upholstery tension 11 4 2 3 Replacing upholstery 11 4 3 Side guard 12 4 3 1 Replacing Aluminium side guard 12 4 4 Quick release axle 12 4 4 1 Adjusting quick release axle stroke 12 4 5 Rear wheels 13 4 5 1 Replacing hand rim 13 4 5 2 Replacing rear wheel tyre and inner tube 13 4 6 Camber bar 14 4 6 1 Adjus...

Page 3: ...CA1 2010 3 4 10 Seat position 17 4 10 1 Adjusting rear seat height 17 4 10 2 Adjusting front seat height 18 4 11 Front offence wing left and right 19 4 11 1 Replacing front offence wing 19 5 Notes 20 6 Warranty 21 ...

Page 4: ...fessional RGK products are designed and manufactured for the use of RGK and RGK approved accessories Accessories designed for other manufacturers are not recommended for use with RGK products The serial number can be found on the underside of the frame along with some useful RGK company information 1 2 PRODUCT FEATURES The Club Sport A is a height adjustable sports wheelchair which can be used for...

Page 5: ...nd insert into camber bar ensuring axle pin has located and the release button is fully extended If axle pin does not engage see PROCEDURE 4 4 Repeat for the opposite wheel WARNING Quick release axle pin must be securely engaged prior to use Failure to secure axle pin engagement could result in death personal injury or property damage WARNING Please read the remaining parts of this user manual bef...

Page 6: ...ts to push 2 4 TRANSFERRING Before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair every precaution should be taken to reduce the distance between chairs Turn both castors toward the object you are transferring onto RGK advise having an assistant present during transfer TIP When transferring position yourself as far back as possible in the seat This will prevent damage to the upholstery and the...

Page 7: ... or other health care professional to determine if a seating restraint is required and that it is used correctly to ensure the safety of the user and others Failure to use suitable restraints or procedures could result in personal injury or property damage WARNING ALWAYS wear your seat restraint if recommended Failure to use the recommended seat restraint could result in personal injury or propert...

Page 8: ...rely latch Check position is suitable REAR WHEELS ex Hand rims and tyres Wheels run freely Adjustable camber bar is securely tightened Quick release axles lock properly No excessive side movement when lifted and rotated Inspect for bent or broken spokes All spokes uniformly tight HANDRIMS Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling Check hand rims are secure to wheel rim TYRES Inspect for flat spo...

Page 9: ...TLES LOOSE NESS IN CHAIR SOLUTIONS 1 CHECK TYRES FOR CORRECT AND EQUAL PRESSURE 2 CHECK CASTOR WHEELS ROTATE SMOOTHLY 1 CHECK FOR LOOSE CASTOR STEM NUTS 2 CHECK SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT FASTENERS ARE CORRECTLY LOCATED FITTED CHECK SPOKES AND HANDRIMS FOR TENSION CHECK THAT BOTH CASTORS CONTACT THE GROUND AT THE SAME TIME ...

Page 10: ...stery upper back support and lower back support see image 2 STEP 1 Pull centre pad up from the back side with RGK logo STEP 2 Upper back tension reposition Velcro overlap on wing to increase decrease tension STEP 3 Lower back tension reposition Velcro overlap on support strap to increase decrease tension STEP 4 Securely re fit centre pad 4 1 2 REPLACING UPHOLSTERY Follow these steps to replace the...

Page 11: ...replace the cushion foam or cushion cover STEP 1 Remove the existing seat cushion from the seat upholstery STEP 2 Open the Velcro seal at the rear of the cushion and remove the foam insert STEP 3 Replace foam insert or cushion cover STEP 4 Close the Velcro seal and reattach to the seat upholstery 4 2 2 ADJUSTING SEAT UPHOLSTERY Follow these steps to adjust the seat upholstery tension STEP 1 Remove...

Page 12: ... button head screws using a 4mm Allen key and remove the side guard STEP 4 Identify correct placement with new side guard STEP 5 Re fit 2 button head screws and tighten securely STEP 6 Refit and secure locking handles ensuring the washers are in the correct position STEP 7 Repeat for opposite side WARNING Ensure screws are securely fitted to frame DO NOT over tighten screws to prevent part damage ...

Page 13: ... tyre inner tube and rim tape from the wheel STEP 4 Secure the Pozi drive head screws and remove 4 6 locknuts that secure the hand rim to the rear wheel STEP 5 Remove the existing hand rim taking note of the setting position STEP 6 Install the NEW hand rim by reversing the above procedures RGK recommend replacing the nuts and bolts STEP 7 Refit rim tape around centre of the wheel rim ensuring the ...

Page 14: ...camber bar position either forwards or backwards STEP 1 Remove the rear wheels from the chair STEP 2 Using a 5mm Allen key release the 4 bolts on the top of both camber bar clamps until camber bar clamp can move freely see image 13 STEP 3 Re position camber bar along frame STEP 4 Measure the distance from the back of the chair to a fixed point on the camber bar clamp Both sides should be identical...

Page 15: ...osition STEP 5 Remove the camber bar and spacers whilst taking note of the spacer positions STEP 6 Replace with NEW camber bar STEP 7 Position the camber bar so the distance between the end of the tube to the clamp are identical either side see image 16 STEP 8 Reverse steps 1 3 to complete the process STEP 9 Ensure screws are secure IMAGE 14 STEP 2 IMAGE 15 STEP 3 IMAGE 16 STEP 7 WARNING Ensure al...

Page 16: ...gs located in the frame STEP 1 Remove wing castor pot cap or nut cap STEP 2 Remove nut on top of castor pot using a 19mm socket spanner STEP 3 Remove castor assembly downwards through the castor housing noting the washer sequence STEP 4 Carefully knock out the bearings using a punch and a hammer STEP 5 Insert NEW bearings using a bearing puller pusher WARNING Bearings must be fitted using the corr...

Page 17: ...plate 4 9 ANTI TIPPER The following section contains important information regarding the adjustment and replacement of the anti tipper WARNING Ensure anti tipper is always in place during any form of use Failure to use anti tipper could result in death personal injury or property damage 4 9 1 ADJUSTING ANTI TIPPER LENGTH Follow the steps below to adjust the anti tipper STEP 1 Remove the 2 locking ...

Page 18: ... the nut onto to the stem bolt and tighten so the castor can move freely but without any up or down movement STEP 9 Replace the nut cap WARNING DO NOT over tighten nut Over tightening the nut can damage the bearings and lock the rotation of the castor wheel 4 10 SEAT POSITION The following section contains important information regarding the front and rear seat height adjustment WARNING DO NOT att...

Page 19: ...d 2 lock nuts from the left and right pivot plates using two 10mm spanners STEP 3 Raise or lower the front seat height using the pivot plate or seat rail STEP 4 Hold in desired position and reverse steps 2 STEP 5 Secure lock nuts STEP 5 Secure the handles on the side guards Image 22 Rear seat height adjustment STEP 1 Release 2 handles STEP 2 Remove 2 locking pins STEP 3 Adjust using brace bar STEP...

Page 20: ...n regarding the front offensive wing 4 11 1 REPLACING FRONT OFFENCE WING Follow the steps below to replace either the left or right front wing STEP 1 Release the grub screw on the castor housing using a 3mm Allen Key see Image 21 STEP 2 Release the 2 screws in the clamp using a 5mm Allen key see image 24 STEP 3 Lift off wing STEP 4 Replace with NEW wing STEP 5 Tighten clamp screws STEP 6 Tighten g...

Page 21: ...Issue No SQCA1 2010 21 5 NOTES This section is to be filled in by the user or dealer is special items are fitted to the chair ...

Page 22: ...ect and indicate the serial number PLEASE NOTE DO NOT return products to our factory without our prior consent Limitations and Exclusions The foregoing warranty shall not apply to serial numbered products if the serial number has been removed or defaced products subjected to negligence accident improper operation maintenance or storage commercial or institutional use products modified without RGK ...

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