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Manual Wheelchair

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Summary of Contents for Traveler HD

Page 1: ...2009 GF Health Products Inc 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 Manual Wheelchair User Manual ...

Page 2: ... 31 GF Health Products Inc is not responsible for typographical errors All illustrations specifications packaging and warranties contained in this document are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing The most current product information including the most current revision of this manual can be found online at www grahamfield com Graham Field Everest Jennings E J a...

Page 3: ...solving frequently encountered challenges Again consult your professional medical advisors for their recommendations about safety methods and never hesitate to ask for their assistance Your wheelchair should receive frequent regularly scheduled maintenance including an inspection of the mechanical parts to ensure proper operation Some suggested inspection procedures troubleshooting procedures and ...

Page 4: ...ed throughout this manual and their significance WARNING Indicates a potential hazard situation or unsafe practice that if not avoided could result in death or serious personal injury CAUTION Indicates a potential hazard situation or unsafe practice that if not avoided could result in minor or moderate personal injury s NOTICE Indicates a potential hazard situation or unsafe practice that if not a...

Page 5: ...aham Field authorized distributor immediately as a hazardous situation could result causing personal injury or damage to your wheelchair ONLY EXCELLENT CONDITION IS ACCEPTABLE WHERE SAFETY IS CONCERNED Periodic inspection adjustment and replacement of worn parts will provide many years of superb performance WARNINGS WARNING Traveler HD maximum weight capacity is 500 lb 227 kg EVENLY DISTRIBUTED WA...

Page 6: ...erring to or from your wheelchair This could cause the wheelchair to tip or may cause personal injury or damage to your wheelchair WARNING Do not place your hand between seat rail and side panel WARNING Always engage wheel locks before transferring using a wheelchair lift or using an elevator WARNING Ensure that wheelchair is on a stable level surface and engage wheel locks before and during trans...

Page 7: ...while the wheelchair is moving Wheel locks are only intended to keep the wheelchair in place when it is at a complete stop WARNING Notice for California Customers California Proposition 65 WARNING This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive or developmental harm WARNING GF Health Products Inc specifically disclaims responsibility for any perso...

Page 8: ...yourself with main components identified in Traveler HD illustration below wheel lock anti tipper optional crossbrace frame rear wheel handrim caster wheel footrest heel loop footplate caster housing caster fork armpad arm seat upholstery back upholstery handgrip push handle back post ...

Page 9: ...en performing such activities do so as instructed in the following paragraphs to avoid tipping the wheelchair TRANSFER ACTIVITIES WARNING Always ensure that the wheelchair is on a stable level surface and engage wheel locks before transfer WARNING Do not step on the footplates this could cause the wheelchair to tip Fold them up and either detach them or swing them aside WARNING There is a critical...

Page 10: ...is could cause the wheelchair to tip 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 the wheelchair toward the object to swing the casters fully forward 3 Engage both wheel locks 4 Ensure that the casters are rotated fully forward before reaching If not repeat step 2 Backward WARNING Do not engage the wheel...

Page 11: ...r own capabilities and limitations in terms of strength and endurance before attempting to negotiate an incline or decline Practice with an attendant or healthcare professional first before attempting any inclines declines curbs or ramps Always inspect the ramp for hazards such as holes slippery or uneven surfaces etc before starting up or down If you can not see the entire ramp ask someone to ins...

Page 12: ...eelchair user When you encounter curbs find a way around or use the ramps now available in most locations If you encounter steps and there is no ramp available avoid the steps by utilizing the disabled designated elevators now required in most locations WARNING Never attempt to negotiate steps stairs or escalators in your Traveler HD ...

Page 13: ...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 wheelchair will travel All adjustments and their page locations are referenced in the index at the end of this manual Specific tools needed to perform each adjustment are identified in adjustment directions A comple...

Page 14: ... 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 Ensure release pin is locked in place WARNING Ensure arm release is locked in place before occupying or operating wheelchair release pin right arm front arm socket remove arm ...

Page 15: ...the wheelchair to tip Remove footrest 1 To release lock pull swingaway release lever forward toward front of wheelchair Footrest will swing outward 2 To remove lift footrest straight up off wheelchair hinge pins Attach footrest 1 Set footrest on wheelchair so that footrest hinge plates engage wheelchair hinge pins 2 Swing footrest inward 3 Ensure that swingaway release lever is locked in a rearwar...

Page 16: ...he 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 footplate extension inside hanger 4 Repeat steps 1 3 for the other footplate extension 5 Ensure both footplate extensions are securely fastened and minimum ground clearance is 2 1 2 inches WARNING Ensure that footpla...

Page 17: ...p 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 hinge pins Attach elevating legrest 1 Set legrest on wheelchair so that legrest hinge plates engage wheelchair hinge pins 2 Swing legrest inward 3 Ensure legrest is locked in place and swingaway release lever is ...

Page 18: ...vating legrest is locked in position Lower elevating legrest 1 To allow the elevating legrest to lower without dropping suddenly support its weight and move the release lever forward 2 Slowly lower elevating legrest to desired position 3 Release lever Ensure elevating legrest is locked in position before letting go of legrest Adjust elevating legrest panel position The legrest panel can be rotated...

Page 19: ... Detachable Swingaway section CROSSBRACES Tighten crossbraces M13 wrench M5 hex key Check the crossbraces to ensure that the bolt and nut securing both crossbraces in the center of the wheelchair are secure crossbraces should be loose enough to fold easily yet snug enough to take up excess play Use an M13 wrench and M5 hex key to tighten ...

Page 20: ...and slide it 3 8 closer to the tire 4 Use an M10 wrench to tighten the adjustment bolt and engage the wheel lock to check the fit The wheel lock should indent the tire at least 3 8 5 Repeat steps 1 4 for other wheel lock Tighten the adjustment bolts securely to eliminate wheel lock movement on frame WARNING Ensure that wheel locks are adjusted so that they lock in place appropriately before occupy...

Page 21: ...sfer to the vehicle seat and use the restraint provided by the vehicle manufacturer The Traveler HD can easily be transported by folding the wheelchair 1 Detach front rigging from wheelchair 2 Remove the seat cushion if so equipped 3 Fold the wheelchair Pull up sharply on the seat sling at front and rear center at the same time To fold wheelchair completely tip the wheelchair sideways so wheel won...

Page 22: ...ure on seat rails on both sides WARNING Do not place your hand between seat rail and side panel 2 Attach footrests or legrests to wheelchair 3 Reinstall the seat cushion if so equipped WARNING Ensure that footrests or legrests are locked in place before occupying or operating wheelchair ...

Page 23: ...wered by this manual Info We recommend that you have a Graham Field authorized distributor perform a six month maintenance check as the distributor may find and correct a problem which might otherwise go undetected and eventually 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 a...

Page 24: ...stributor List of tools The tools and cleaning supplies listed will assist in the procedures outlined in Section 7 30 weight oil available at most auto parts stores Phillips screwdriver soft cloth mild soap and water solution General care Always evaluate the overall operation of your wheelchair It should function with ease and should travel straight without excessive drag or pull to one side Remem...

Page 25: ...diately Inspect the hardware for looseness or signs of wear Ensure the locking mechanism operates smoothly The locking assembly should be tight enough so that the wheel can not rotate or the lock slip Check that the locking shoe does not press against the tire when in the unlocked position Excessive force should not be required to either engage or release wheel locks Oil the wheel lock pivot point...

Page 26: ...ble or sideplay and the wheels should spin freely without binding The bearings should be clean and rotate smoothly Check rim sideplay to verify that bearings are not too loose If there is a problem contact your Graham Field authorized distributor If adjustment is required this should be done by your distributor only Check arms Check arms at least once a month Inspect for sharp edges or cracks whic...

Page 27: ...one Never use abrasive cleansers they could scratch the finish Never use steam or high pressure cleaners Clean upholstery and plastic components at least once a month with a mild soap and water solution Check casters Check the caster stems for proper rotation at least every three months The caster forks must swivel freely to facilitate steering and handling Adjusting the stem nut varies the amount...

Page 28: ...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 chair veers left chair veers right SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE AND CORRECTIVE ACTION Info Use only Everest Jennings replacement parts A Traveler HD parts catalog is available at www grahamfield com to assis...

Page 29: ...e on the earlier of warranty period or the expiration date OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE A GF Customer Service Representative must authorize warranty service Please contact the GF Customer Service department by calling 678 291 3207 sending a fax request to 770 368 2386 or by e mailing a request to cs grahamfield com Specific directions will be provided by the Customer Service Representative Failure t...

Page 30: ...TOR WAGES PAYMENTS AND BENEFITS The warranties contained herein contain all the representations and warranties with respect to the subject matter of this document and supersede all prior negotiations agreements and understandings with respect thereto The recipient of this document hereby acknowledges and represents that it has not relied on any representation assertion guarantee warranty collatera...

Page 31: ...ingaway 17 F Footrest attach 15 Footrest remove 15 Footrest detachable swingaway 15 G Getting started 8 H Handling tips 9 Handrims check 25 I Info statement significance 4 Introduction 3 M Maintenance 23 N NOTICE statement significance 4 R Ramps and Inclines 11 Reaching bending 10 Rear wheel adjustment check 26 Rear wheels 13 S Safety precautions 5 T Tires check 25 Tools for adjustment list 13 Too...

Page 32: ...Manufactured for GF Health Products Inc 2935 Northeast Parkway Atlanta Georgia 30360 USA tel 770 368 4700 fax 770 368 2386 www grahamfield com Made in China ...

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