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Enduro

Suspension Wheelchair

OWNERS HANDBOOK

Product Code: WC01055

Summary of Contents for Enduro

Page 1: ...www careco co uk Enduro Suspension Wheelchair OWNERS HANDBOOK Product Code WC01055 ...

Page 2: ...Your CareCo Enduro Wheelchair 1 Push Handle 2 Back Canvas 3 Half Folding Back Mechanism 4 Armrest 5 Parking Brake 6 Quick Release Wheel Pin 7 Foot Rest 8 Front Castor List of Parts 1 2 4 5 7 8 3 6 ...

Page 3: ... each individual user s preference The wheelchair comes with 24 rear wheels with pneumatic racing tyres for speed and responsiveness it can be propelled by either the user or an attendant The wheelchair is designed for a single user up to 115kg 18 stones Wheelchair Dimensions 71cm Width x 97cm Length x 91cm Height Seat Dimensions 45cm Width x 40cm Length x 48cm Height Folded Width 32cm Weight 14 9...

Page 4: ...rest will flip up remove and has a height adjustable arm pad To adjust the height of the armpad press button A whilst adjusting the pad B height To flip up the armrest lift up the front of the armrest whilst pushing flipper C Armrests A C B ...

Page 5: ... in and out until the desired position is reached Finally re tighten the allen bolt to secure The rear shock absorbers can be adjusted for different ride properties These make the ride more firm turn the star shaped disc on the absorber clockwise To make the ride softer turn the disc anticlockwise The horizontal and vertical position of the rear wheels can be altered to suit the user To do this re...

Page 6: ...ndle down Then repeat for the other side The leg rests armrests rear wheels and cushions are easily removable without tools to facilitate a light carry weight and minimize storage space required WARNING Adjusting the rear wheel position will affect the dynamic and static stability of the chair Always ensure any adjustments are safe for the user and ensure both rear wheels are set to the same posit...

Page 7: ...leg rest To reinstall the leg rest insert the leg rest at 45º then swing the legrest inwards until it locks in position The rear wheels on the wheelchair can be easily removed for transportation or storage With one hand holding up the wheelchair frame the other hand should grip the centre of the wheel push the centre pin inwards and in 1 Legrests 2 Rear wheels WARNING Always ensure the legrest is ...

Page 8: ...ack the procedure should be reversed WARNING Check that the wheel is securely fastened before use by pulling the wheel and ensuring there is no sideways movement Firstly unlock the snap link which make the frame rigid by pushing the black knob forwards 3 Folding the wheelchair ...

Page 9: ...footplates Do not use escalators Do not reverse down a gradient Maintain proper balance at all times Users should not move their centre of gravity out of the seating area Do not reach for items further than your arm will extend Be aware of hazards in your environment such as narrow doorways steps household appliances children s toys etc We recommend you consult your healthcare professional for adv...

Page 10: ...ng their hands The wheelchair should not be propelled by the user in environments where the user cannot stop the wheelchair promptly and comfortably If an attendant is propelling the wheelchair they should push using the push handles The wheelchair comes with right and left parking brakes To apply the brakes push the handle in the direction shown by the arrow To unlock the brakes pull the handle b...

Page 11: ...ube with a foot Approach the kerb head on Then the attendant uses the stepper tube to raise the front castors and lowers the front castors on the raised kerb Finally the attendant should push the Anti tip wheels Use the stepper tube To mount a kerb Stepper Tube and Kerbs WARNING WARNING Ensure that the wheels on both stepper tubes are set at the same height Do not raise the front castors by pushin...

Page 12: ... and failure to follow the above instructions could result in injury This Enduro Suspension wheelchair comes complete with racing pneumatic tyres These tyres should be inflated with a manually operated pump and use a high pressure bicycle tyre valve Note that under no circumstances should a powered or compressed air pump be used The tyre pressure should be tailored for optimum user comfort and whe...

Page 13: ... a comprehensive twelve month warranty from the date on which your new wheelchair is delivered The warranty covers the wheelchair for repairs or replacement during this period For more detail please see the following warranty conditions The wheelchair comes with a toolkit to perform simple maintenance tasks and the most common adjustments Tyre wear Wheel bearings Castors Brakes Legrest Locking Mec...

Page 14: ...lance of the warranty period on the wheelchair Parts replaced after the original warranty has expired will be covered by a three month warranty Consumable items supplied will not generally be covered during the normal warranty period unless such items require repair or replacement clearly as a direct result of a manufacturing or material defect Such items include among others upholstery and tyres ...

Page 15: ...n or repairs having been attempted before the dealer is notified The manufacturer reserves the right to alter without notice any weights measurements or other technical data shown in this manual All figures measurements and capacities shown in this manual are approximate and do not constitute specifications CareCo Hubert Road Brentwood Essex CM14 4JE www careco co uk ...

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