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Revision: March 2018 

 

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Overview 

 

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Push handles 

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Backrest with integrated lumbar support 

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Folding back release hinge 

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Drive wheel 

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Handrim 

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Wheel lock 

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Castor 

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Footplate with heel strap (can be folded up) 

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Anti-tip wheels 

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Footrests (swingable and removable) 

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Seat cushion 

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Side panel with netting to protect clothing 

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Armrest 

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Summary of Contents for 1000

Page 1: ...STRONGBACK 24 Lightweight Wheelchair by Strongback Mobility Instructions for use ...

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Page 3: ... description 4 4 1 Scope of supply 4 4 2 Labelling 5 4 3 Overview 6 4 3 1 Models with attendant brakes or drum brakes 7 5 Adjustments 7 5 1 Adjusting the length of the footrests 8 5 2 Adjusting the backrest 8 5 3 Adjusting the axle position of the drive wheels 9 5 4 Adjusting the wheel locks 10 6 Handling 11 6 1 Unfolding the wheelchair 11 6 2 Folding the wheelchair 12 6 3 Removing the drive wheel...

Page 4: ...hly checks 18 7 3 Replacing parts 19 7 4 Replacement parts and accessories 19 7 5 Cleaning and disinfecting 19 7 6 Storing the wheelchair 19 7 7 Disposal 19 7 8 Re using the wheelchair 19 8 Guarantee 20 9 Technical specifications 21 10 Specialist repairs and servicing 22 ...

Page 5: ...s and accessories approved by Strongback Mobility Ensure that the quick release axles are correctly installed in the axle mounts or there may be a risk of injury All moveable parts should be serviced periodically in order to ensure that the wheelchair is working properly and can be used safely Exposure to water or high levels of humidity may result in the wheelchair becoming rusty Do not use the w...

Page 6: ...es have been provided these should be used at all times The wheelchair should only be lifted by holding permanently mounted parts and not for example by holding the footrests The wheel lock should not be used to slow down the wheelchair while it is moving Road traffic regulations should be observed at all times when using the wheelchair on roads Passive lights reflectors that are always visible to...

Page 7: ...volved in a traffic accident 3 General information These instructions for use are designed to help you familiarize yourself with the use and handling of the wheelchair They are an integral and necessary component of the wheelchair Ensure that you always have these instructions on hand and make sure that you include them with the wheelchair when you transfer it to another owner Please read all the ...

Page 8: ...exclusively by persons who are authorized by us to do so and in so far as the wheelchair has been used in accordance with all instructions for use 3 5 Declaration of conformity As the manufacturer of the product Strongback Mobility AG hereby declares that the STRONGBACK 24 fully conforms to the requirements of European Directive 93 42 EEC 4 Product description The STRONGBACK 24 is a lightweight fo...

Page 9: ...eliverer Send the record of damage consignment note and declaration of assignment to Strongback Mobility 4 2 Labelling The product identification plate is located on the inside of the lower side frame tube This plate includes the model name and other technical details The serial number of your wheelchair can be found either on or next to the ID plate or on a label on the cross brace of the frame I...

Page 10: ...support 3 Folding back release hinge 4 Drive wheel 5 Handrim 6 Wheel lock 7 Castor 8 Footplate with heel strap can be folded up 9 Anti tip wheels 10 Footrests swingable and removable 11 Seat cushion 12 Side panel with netting to protect clothing 13 Armrest 1 2 3 4 5 7 13 12 11 10 9 8 6 ...

Page 11: ... specialist medical aid supplier You may also be able to make these adjustments yourself if you have sufficient previous knowledge and have been given clear instructions from the supplier The following tools will be required to make these adjustments Allen key set Phillips screwdriver Caution Complete these adjustments before the user sits in the wheelchair in order to avoid potential injury 14 15...

Page 12: ...ore closing them again After each adjustment it is important to ensure that the Velcro fasteners are firmly attached to each other so that they do not open accidentally Some possible adjustments are listed below To adjust the support for the lower spine to a higher position tighten the middle fasteners 2 and loosen the lower fasteners 3 To adjust the support for the lower spine to a lower position...

Page 13: ...he axle mounts are installed the lower the proportion of the total weight that is over the forward casters making it easier to deliberately tip the wheelchair backwards either by the user or the companion which in turn makes the chair easier to maneuver The wheelchair is delivered with the axle mounts factory fitted in the furthest back position Experienced users who want the axle position to be m...

Page 14: ...enough adjust them immediately as follows Open the locks entirely by pulling the lever backwards as far as possible Loosen the screws 1 on the top of the rail 2 Slide the lock in its rail forward to loosen the lock or backwards to tighten the lock Make sure that the lever remains upright Tighten the screws The optimum distance factory setting between the brake shoe and the tire depends on the type...

Page 15: ...dvisable that only specialist staff carry out wheel lock adjustments 6 Handling 6 1 Unfolding the wheelchair Unfold the frame of the wheelchair by pushing down evenly on the outer edges of the seat using both hands 1 until the seat is fully extended 2 CAUTION Do not hold the sides of the seat while pushing down You could trap your fingers Hands and fingers must remain on top of the seat while push...

Page 16: ...ds 4 until the folding back release hinge 5 snaps into the locked position 6 2 Folding the wheelchair Fold the backrest by using both hands to press the black plastic levers on the folding back release hinges against the frame 1 before folding the upper part of the backrest down evenly on both sides 2 4 5 1 2 ...

Page 17: ...refitted without tools To remove the wheels press the locking button 1 and remove the drive wheel from the frame Press the locking button to attach the axle to its mounting Release the locking button to fix the axle in place Ensure that the locking button springs back into its initial position CAUTION Every time you refit the drive wheels check to make sure that the axle is securely fitted back in...

Page 18: ...he side 3 and to the front 4 The lateral locked position is only intended for use when the user of the wheelchair is getting in and out of the chair The chair should not be moved with the footrests locked in this position as the footrests may get caught on an obstacle or obstruction The rear locked position can only be used when the drive wheels have been removed Caution Take care not to trap your...

Page 19: ...ting the footrests ensure that the hole for the locking pin in the footrest is aligned with the hole in the frame 6 6 Using and removing the anti tip wheels The anti tip wheels are designed to prevent the wheelchair from tipping over backwards They can be removed from the wheelchair for transportation purposes by pressing on the locking button 1 and pulling the wheels out of the frame tubing Cauti...

Page 20: ...secured in their apertures 1 and swivelled downwards when the wheelchair is in use exception when going over a high step Otherwise the wheelchair could tip over and cause serious injury 6 7 Using the wheel locks The wheels are locked when the handle is pushed completely forward and the brake shoe is against the wheel 1 To unlock pull the handle backwards Lock both wheels before each embarking and ...

Page 21: ...til it stays in the locked position 2 With the brake lever pulled push the locking lever 3 and release the brake lever Caution Check the proper operation of the attendant brakes before each wheelchair ride especially before the first use Brake failure or operating errors can result in serious injury to the user or the attendant If you suspect that the brakes are not working properly or need to be ...

Page 22: ...nctioning properly by testing whether the wheelchair travels in a straight line Check that all removable parts are securely fixed in place e g armrests footrests quick release axles etc Check the wheelchair for visible signs of damage e g damage to the frame backrest seat and backrest upholstery wheels footplates etc Check the seat and backrest for material defects tears or loss of tension in the ...

Page 23: ...r should be kept or stored in a dry dust free place at normal room temperature 7 7 Disposal Please contact your specialist retailer if your wheelchair is no longer in use and requires disposal If you wish to dispose of the wheelchair yourself contact your local waste disposal operators in accordance with the local waste disposal regulations Below is a description of the materials used in the wheel...

Page 24: ...arantee against material and manufacturing defects for the frame of your STRONGBACK 24 valid from date of purchase A 12 month guarantee valid from date of purchase is provided for the seat footrests and all other parts To make a claim under either guarantee please contact your specialist retailer Please keep the original packaging for use when sending the wheelchair for servicing or repairs at a l...

Page 25: ...3 8 kg3 30 lbs 13 5 kg 30 lbs 13 7 kg 31 lbs 13 9 kg3 31 lbs 13 9 kg Net weight2 16 lbs 12 0 kg3 16 lbs 12 1 kg3 17 lbs 11 9 kg 17 lbs 11 9 kg 17 lbs 12 2 kg3 17 lbs 12 2 kg Drive wheel size diameter 24 61 cm Static stability At least 7 depending on configuration Distance from footplate to seat 15 18 39 45 cm Distance from seat to armrest 8 20 cm Seat angle 12 Effective seat depth 18 45 cm Seat he...

Page 26: ...ush handles Brakes Wheel lock lever The wheels do not rub when moving The brakes are easy to apply The brake locking function works perfectly The brakes have no play in them Spider joint Alignment All four wheels are in contact with the ground Armrests and side panels Side panels are locked in place and can be folded away Armrest padding is undamaged Rear wheels No significant lateral play when sp...

Page 27: ...23 Revision March 2018 Servicing carried out by ...

Page 28: ...ne 41 43 5415254 E mail info strongbackmobility com Web http www strongbackmobility eu Strongback Mobility USA 1317 Conrad Lane Virginia Beach VA 23454 USA Phone 757 349 7790 E mail usa strongbackmobility com Web http www strongbackmobility com Your specialist retailer ...

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