Everest & Jennings Advantage Recliner User Manual Download

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Recliner

22" x 19" Manual Wheelchair

User Manual

Summary of Contents for Advantage Recliner

Page 1: ...D19 Read this manual before operating your wheelchair Save this manual for future use The most current version of this manual can be found online at www grahamfield com Recliner 22 x 19 Manual Wheelch...

Page 2: ...CLINER 11 LOWERING AND RAISING THE RECLINING BACK 11 5 HANDLING TIPS 13 BALANCE 13 TRANSFER 13 REACHING BENDING 14 REACHING BENDING FORWARD OR SIDEWARD 14 REACHING BENDING BACKWARD 14 RAMPS AND INCLIN...

Page 3: ...at GF Health Products Inc wish to assure you of our continuing commitment to provide innovation and quality in our products The Advantage Recliner is a manual folding lightweight wheelchair suitable f...

Page 4: ...icy surfaces or surfaces with impaired traction Ensure that pathway is clear of all obstacles WARNING Do not turn wheelchair while going downhill as wheelchair could tip over WARNING Do not attempt in...

Page 5: ...y toward front of wheelchair WARNING Unauthorized modification or the use of non Everest Jennings replacement parts could change the structure of the wheelchair void the warranty and create a hazardou...

Page 6: ...handgrip trigger release backpost spreader bar mech lock anti tipper handrim rear wheel frame wheel lock Advantage Recliner UNFOLDING AND ASSEMBLING THE RECLINER WARNING When folding or unfolding the...

Page 7: ...r the seat rails 3 Attach elevating legrests to wheelchair 4 Install seat cushion if so equipped INSTALLING THE SPREADER BAR SEE PICTURES BELOW left backpost spreader bar hole spreader bar slot spread...

Page 8: ...er bar is horizontal and right end of spreader bar is secure WARNING Ensure Spreader Bar is securely installed as described before use WARNING Ensure seat arms and legrests are locked in place before...

Page 9: ...w knob from right spreader bar attachment rod as shown at above left remove knob 2 Lift spreader bar gently from right spreader bar attachment rod and pull it back a little free of spreader bar as sho...

Page 10: ...b carry straps at edges of seat upholstery with both hands as shown at above left Pull them slowly with both hands and fold the seat lifting up as shown at above right 4 Use backposts to completely fo...

Page 11: ...ERING AND RAISING THE RECLINING BACK WARNING If you are lowering or raising the reclining back while the user is seated in the Advantage Recliner take care not to let the back drop This could cause se...

Page 12: ...g the Reclining Back see pictures below raising the reclining back 1 Pull the trigger releases located below the push handles on both sides simultaneously and raise the back upright or to desired incr...

Page 13: ...ibution and center of gravity When performing such activities do so as instructed in the following paragraphs to avoid tipping the wheelchair TRANSFER WARNING Always ensure the wheelchair is on a stab...

Page 14: ...uld cause the wheelchair to tip Reach Forward Reach Sideward 1 Maneuver the wheelchair as close as possible to the object you wish to reach 2 Rotate both casters fully forward Go forward and then back...

Page 15: ...rength and endurance capabilities and limitations before attempting to negotiate an incline or decline Practice with an attendant or healthcare professional first before attempting any inclines declin...

Page 16: ...abilities with the aid of your healthcare professionals GOING UP METHOD 1 When approaching a curb ensure the hand grips are securely fastened and do not turn or slip off Tilt the wheelchair backward...

Page 17: ...eelchair back to its balance position and turn it face forward Lower the front casters carefully by placing one foot on the tipping lever and gradually decreasing the force of exertion STAIRS AND ESCA...

Page 18: ...e wheelchair with the adjustments selected This person must evaluate the user s ability weight physical condition the environment in which the wheelchair will be used and the terrain over which the wh...

Page 19: ...m 1 Depress arm release pin until it unlocks 2 Hold arm by center of armpad Lift straight up and off Install arm Hold arm by center of armpad Lower arm straight down into sockets and push to lock Ensu...

Page 20: ...elchair to tip Remove elevating legrest 1 To release lock pull swingaway release lever forward toward front of wheelchair Legrest will swing outward 2 To remove lift legrest straight up off wheelchair...

Page 21: ...y rotate the legrest up to the desired position Ensure elevating legrest is locked in position Lower elevating legrest 1 To allow the elevating legrest to lower without dropping suddenly support its w...

Page 22: ...2 Press down on the locking button and adjust the footplate to the desired length Ensure the locking button is completely extended and securely fastened in the adjustment hole 3 Fasten latch to secure...

Page 23: ...t wheel locks M10 wrench 1 Use an M10 wrench to loosen the adjustment bolt until the wheel lock slides on the frame 2 Place the wheel lock in the locked position and slide it into contact with the tir...

Page 24: ...PARATION FOR TRANSPORT FOLDING THE RECLINER REMOVING THE SPREADER BAR SEE PICTURES BELOW step 1 step 2 step 3 1 Unscrew knob from right spreader bar attachment rod as shown at above left remove knob 2...

Page 25: ...ween the seat rail and side panel WARNING Do not lift the wheelchair by the arms footrests or legrests or any other detachable parts Info The carry straps shown above are intended to fold and carry th...

Page 26: ...chair as described on previous page and face it toward the open car door Tilt the wheelchair backwards as shown above and roll it forward on the rear wheels Push the wheelchair forward so the casters...

Page 27: ...y cause more serious problems and or personal injury Do it yourself maintenance You can do many of the scheduled maintenance tasks yourself if you have mechanical ability and a few basic tools Refer t...

Page 28: ...least once a week Inspect each handrim for rough or sharp edges and if any are found replace handrims immediately Ensure that all hardware is properly aligned and secure Check wheel lock engagement Ch...

Page 29: ...cracks which could weaken the arm and replace if found Ensure all attaching screws are present and tight Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten arm pad mounting screws Check for burrs on the screw head...

Page 30: ...r If the stem nut is too loose the caster will flutter or shimmy if too tight the wheelchair will be difficult to steer If the caster stems require adjustment or the stem bearings require replacement...

Page 31: ...d that casters are mounted in identical positions Caster stem s may be adjusted improperly See distributor to correct adjustment looseness in wheelchair squeaks rattles caster flutter sluggish turning...

Page 32: ...10 CE CERTIFICATION Manufactured for GF Health Products Inc One Graham Field Way Atlanta GA 30340 3140 770 368 4700 www grahamfield com EC Authorized Representative CEpartner4U BV ESDOORNLAAN 13 3951...

Page 33: ...ion date OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE This limited warranty shall only apply to defects that are reported to the Distributor from whom the Customer purchased the product within the applicable warranty p...

Page 34: ...NTIME COVER OR EMPLOYEE OR INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR WAGES PAYMENTS AND BENEFITS The warranties contained herein contain all the representations and warranties with respect to the subject matter of this...

Page 35: ...lines 6 H Handling tips 13 Handrims check 28 I Info statement significance 3 Installing the removable headrest 8 Installing the spreader bar 7 Introduction 3 L Lowering the reclining back 11 M Mainten...

Page 36: ...be found on our website www grahamfield com 2012 GF Health Products Inc All Rights Reserved Advantage and Everest Jennings are trademarks of GF Health Products Inc One Graham Field Way Atlanta GA 303...

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