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Overall user manual 

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3. 

SAFETY REGULATIONS  

 
VAN  OS  MEDICAL  UK  Ltd  specifically  disclaims  responsibility  for  any  body  injury  or  property  damage  which  may 
occur during any use which does not comply with laws or ordinances.  If used correctly, the Excel wheelchair is an 
utmost safe and stable product, if the instructions for use as described in this manual are followed. However, it is 
possible when the Excel wheelchair is not used correctly, dangerous situations may occur.  

3.1 General safety regulations 

 
Protect your Excel wheelchair by checking it regularly. When a part of your Excel wheelchair is not functioning 
properly, a dangerous situating could occur. 

YOU MUST KEEP YOUR WHEELCHAIR IN A GOOD CONDITION TO 

ENSURE SAFETY IN USE.

  

Periodical  inspection,  correct  adjustment  of  your  wheelchair  and  timely  replacement  of  damaged  and  worn  parts 
will result in use for years without any problems. A qualified Van Os Medical UK Ltd dealer, who will use only Van 
Os Medical UK Ltd replacement parts, will take care of your wheelchair to ensure a long lifetime. 
 

 

Warning:

  

YOU must your keep wheelchair in a good state to be able guarantee use and ambulatory the security 
in.  

3.2 Warnings for safe use 

 

 

Warnings

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do not use your wheelchair on streets or roads, only on the pavements;

 

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do not use your wheelchair in sand, rough area, wet and glade surfaces or surfaces with little grip;  

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the transport of your wheelchair is in all vehicles, including vehicles which are adapted developed 
especially and/or for the transport of your wheelchair, is at your own risk. We accept absolutely no 
liability for this. We recommend you, if you want nevertheless to transport your wheelchair, to contact 
a recognised manufacturer of taxi fixations to take with the carrier, your supplier and/or systems to 
choose an appropriate system for your wheelchair and situation;

  

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do not try to ascend ramps without installed anti tippers, never ascend a hill without anti tippers;  

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do not lean concerning the back of the wheelchair. This can result in rolling over the wheelchair; 

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before leaning or reaching forward, sit back into the chair and face the castors forward: 

                                           

 

                         

Summary of Contents for EXCEL

Page 1: ...Read instructions before use User Manual Excel G6 High Active...

Page 2: ...ad guidelines It is possible that you develop your own ways for many common actions However we advise you to consult a professional for assistance in developing safe and effective techniques with rega...

Page 3: ...1 TOOLS AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION 12 5 2 OPENING AND CLOSING THE WHEELCHAIR 12 5 3 USE OF THE FOOTPLATE AND FOOTREST 13 5 4 USING THE WHEELCHAIR BRAKE 14 5 5 USING THE ARMREST 14 5 6 USING PUSH HANDL...

Page 4: ...elchair has its own unique identification number YOU must have this number when making technical requests or if warranty parts are required 3 Maximum user weight The largest occupant weight allowed fo...

Page 5: ...st reading this manual Designs and specifications may change without prior notice 2 2 General explanation of the function and possibilities of your wheelchair Your wheelchair is a foldable one which i...

Page 6: ...ied Van Os Medical UK Ltd dealer who will use only Van Os Medical UK Ltd replacement parts will take care of your wheelchair to ensure a long lifetime Warning YOU must your keep wheelchair in a good s...

Page 7: ...ll cause the chair to tip and injure the user figure 4 For suitable protection of potential obstruction the lowest point of the footrests serves minimum 7 cm free of the ground Place the wheelchair on...

Page 8: ...ending on your physical characteristics We advise to discuss this first with your physical therapist However if you have sufficient body strength and you want to transfer to and from the wheelchair ca...

Page 9: ...the object You can use the rear wheels For example they will indicate how close you can come to object 2 Do not engage the wheel locks If your weight moves while reaching it is better to drive in that...

Page 10: ...e wheelchair to find a balance point When the wheelchair is balanced the attendant can move the wheelchair slowly off the curb When the wheelchair is off the pavement the attendant can let the front w...

Page 11: ...e speed of descent is controlled by the amount of grip strength that you exercise on the hand rims In an effort to prevent friction burns to your hands it is recommended that you use gloves To reduce...

Page 12: ...wheelchair The attendant at the back of the wheelchair grabs the push handles and let the wheelchair tip backwards until it in balance When the wheel is in balance the attendant at the front of the w...

Page 13: ...on For the maintenance of your wheelchair you will in some cases need tools For your wheelchair you will need the following tools Phillips screwdriver PH2 Allen keys 4 5 and 6 mm Cross ring or keys 8...

Page 14: ...elchair and push them together see figure 1 The wheelchair is now completly folded 5 3 Use of the footplate and footrest Adjusting the heel straps You can adjust the heel straps which you will find on...

Page 15: ...the folding the brake away If you are in the wheelchair Take the black handle of the brake see figure 8 Push the lever forward until you hear the click this confirms that the wheelchair has put on the...

Page 16: ...the back of the wheelchair Using the tension bar optional If you fold out the wheelchair the tension bar is the last item to lock into place by pulling it upwards with the nylon hoop see figure 13 If...

Page 17: ...t reverse the above steps In order to ensure your safety please make sure the axle is fully in place and the ball bearing system is engaged so the wheel does not come loose during use Tire table Type...

Page 18: ...quipped with a seat belt which you can use the following way When in the wheelchair you can fasten the belt by clicking the two loose ends together see figure 18 If the belt too loose or too tight you...

Page 19: ...9 Country The Netherlands Function Director Technical constructed file Prepared by Name J M J Brouwer BBA Function Research and Development Issue date 01 02 2009 TCF 01 02 2009 Recertification date Ce...

Page 20: ...f the rear wheels are removed you will have to place them back first see chapter 5 Instructions for use and mounting options 1 Go stand next to the wheelchair tilt the wheelchair a bit towards you and...

Page 21: ...the cross frame is not bent and shows no wear signs When one of the exceptions noted above occurs please contact a qualified Excel dealer to inspect your wheelchair 7 4 Rear wheel A good adjustment of...

Page 22: ...s have been altered The following troubleshooting guide lists several common problems that may occur and offers corrective actions for each Symptom Looseness in chair Squeaks rattles Castor flutter Th...

Page 23: ...r replaced However you do need to provide to Van Os Medical a complete filled in warranty registration form or a copy of the bill with date of purchase Without a warranty registration form or a proof...

Page 24: ...y is only valid during the indicated period If adjustments are made to the wheelchair who have structural impact on the product the warranty will expire completely U can contact Van Os Medical for an...

Page 25: ...kes for example adjustment re adjust control for margins Foot rests for example adjustment line out Frame for example fracture welding seams plastic component Arm rests for example fixation rigid arms...

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