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70380-a.11-APEX USER MANUAL-HR

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Ultralight Rigid Wheelchair

70380-a.11-APEX USER MANUAL-HR

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Page 1: ...70380 a 11 APEX USER MANUAL HR 1 User Manual User Manual Ultralight Rigid Wheelchair 70380 a 11 APEX USER MANUAL HR S O M E T H I N G H A D T O B E D O N E W E D I D I T ...

Page 2: ...t safety adjustments accessories use or maintenance please contact your authorized Motion Composites dealer Please record the following information for future reference Date of purchase Serial Number Supplier Address Telephone Redefining the world s expectations about rigid chairs Introducing the APEX from Motion Composites Our newest ultralight fully adjustable rigid wheelchair represents a revol...

Page 3: ...ique alloy that s 20 stronger than 7005 aluminum This elevates the APEX Aluminum into a new category of adjustable performance carbon T 700 High Modulus Carbon T700 The lightest and most rigid material available also renowned for its vibration dampening properties impact guard Integrated Impact Guard with Top Grip Prevents daily use scratches to the front of frame Adds high friction grip for trans...

Page 4: ...ES 9 9 SEAT SLINGS 9 10 PUSH HANDLES 10 ADJUSTMENTS AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR APEX 15 10 1 SERVICE 10 2 REPLACEMENT PARTS 10 3 TOOLS NEEDED 10 4 GENERAL MAINTENANCE 10 4 1 TIRE PRESSURE 10 4 2 CLEANING YOUR WHEELCHAIR 10 4 3 STORING AND SHIPPING YOUR WHEELCHAIR 10 5 BACKREST 10 5 1 REMOVING INSTALLING THE BACK CANES 10 5 2 ADJUSTING THE BACK ANGLE 10 5 3 REMOVING INSTALLING THE SEAT BELT 16 10 5 4 A...

Page 5: ...ork and other places you are likely to use your chair and 3 Your need for options for your safety and comfort such as anti tippers positioning belts or special seating systems If you ignore this warning you may endanger your health WARNING TIE DOWN RESTRAINTS Motion Composites recommends that wheelchair users not be transported in vehicles of any kind while in wheelchairs Motion Composites recogni...

Page 6: ...the chair In an accident or sudden stop a wheelchair seat belt will NOT prevent injuries and may in fact cause injuries ALWAYS transfer to an approved vehicle seat before the vehicle begins moving ALWAYS secure yourself in the approved vehicle seat using the proper seating restraints in a motor vehicle lap shoulder belts in a plane lap belts etc NEVER transport your chair in the front seat of a ve...

Page 7: ...nical Specifications 6 1 Structure Frame Rigid APEX Material T 700 High Modulus carbon fibre or Aluminium 6066 T6 Weight Carbon 9 2 lb 4 2 kg Aluminum 10 8 lb 4 9 kg w o rear wheels including footplate Weight capacity 265 lb 120 kg 6 2 Dimensions Width 12 30 5 cm to 20 50 8 cm Depth 12 30 5 cm to 20 50 8 cm Front seat to floor height 14 35 7 cm to 20 50 8 cm Rear seat to floor height 14 35 7 cm to...

Page 8: ...m a wheelie without assistance DO NOT stand on the wheelchair or part of the frame of the wheelchair DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheelchair unless it is fully open and the seat frame rails are fully seated into the receivers DO NOT use the footplate as a platform when getting in or out of the wheelchair or to reach for an object 8 1 1 To reduce the risk of accident We recommend that you review...

Page 9: ...are of resulting handling factors in relation to your body position posture or weight distribution The center of gravity is affected by the angle of the wheelchair on a ramp or slope This can be felt in forward and backward as well as side to side movements Make sure to review the different riding techniques prior to using the wheelchair Use anti tippers until you are skilled at riding your wheelc...

Page 10: ... be assisted by a caregiver who has the physical ability to retain the wheelchair and its occupant The wheelchair must always point facing up the slope The caregiver should always remain in the bottom of the slope to retain the wheelchair Always lock the anti tip in the safe position Follow the same words of caution for a hill or a slope of 10 or less DO NOT use your wheelchair on a ramp under 3 m...

Page 11: ... The assistant should watch his or her step over his or her shoulder when backing up in this manner 5 Instruct the assistant to carefully pull the wheelchair backward until the rear wheels reach the edge of the curb or step and to then allow the rear wheels to slowly roll down to the lower level 6 Instruct the assistant that when the rear wheels are safely on the lower level he or she may then til...

Page 12: ...he stairs 9 When you reach the bottom of the stairs the assistants should move the wheelchair forward until the two rear wheels clears the last step at which point the assistants can gently lower the casters and back wheels on the floor If you ignore these warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or other people and or damage the wheelchair 8 2...

Page 13: ...oning belts ONL Y to help support the rider s posture Improper use of these belts may cause severe injuries to the rider Make sure the rider does not slide down in the wheelchair seat If this occurs the rider may suffer chest compression or suffocate due to pressure from the belts Never use belts as a motor vehicle restraint The seatbelt should be used at all times in accordance with instructions ...

Page 14: ...ut any restrictions Fig 7 9 9 Seat slings Seat slings are not intended to be used as a seating surface Always use a cushion Ensure that the sling is in good condition e g no fraying no wear and no tears 9 10 Push Handles Push handles are optional equipment on some Motion Composites wheelchairs Push handles provide secure points for an attendant or assistant to hold the rear of the wheelchair to pr...

Page 15: ...s Axles and Moving Parts Clean around axles and moving parts WEEKL Y with a slightly damp cloth Wipe off dust or dirt on axles or moving parts Upholstery Hand wash only machine washing may damage fabric Hang to dry only DO NOT machine dry as heat will damage fabric 10 4 3 Storing and shipping your wheelchair When not in use keep your chair in a clean dry area Failure to do so may result in your ch...

Page 16: ...ighten screw 2 firmly I nstall back upholstery at and fix it firmly with screw 1 on each back cane Fig 16 10 5 6 Installing Removing Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery To remove the adjustable Tension Back Upholstery use the same steps as the standard back upholstery Lift the back cover to have access to the 2 bolts to remove the upholstery To adjust the tension first lift the back cover flap to e...

Page 17: ... Tighten screw 1 firmly Fig 19c 10 8 Seat 10 8 1 Replacing Seat Upholstery Remove current upholstery Velcro Install new upholstery Adjust tension with Velcro Straps Fig 20 10 9 Seat to floor height Any modification to the seat to floor height involves adjustment of anti tippers front caster angle and rear wheel toe in toe out if equipped with 2 4 6 or 8 camber It is important to do these adjustmen...

Page 18: ...ng is not level loosen the screws 1 Fig 22 Rotate the caster housing to adjust the angle until the bubble is centered in the level Tighten screws 1 This will hold the caster housing position Check again the integrated level to make sure that the caster housing is perpendicular to the ground 10 11 Rear wheels 10 11 1 Adjusting Quick Release Axles Fig 33 Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair Beh...

Page 19: ... the support of the three other wheels Loosen screw of the rear camber tube clamp 1 Fig 27 while keeping a bit of tension Rotate the axle bushing 3 so that the bubble of the level indicator 2 is centered Tighten the screw of the rear camber tube clamp 1 10 12 Wheel Locks 10 12 1 Replacing Adjusting the Wheel Lock 1 Loosen screws 1 Fig 28 Slide the lock to the desired position Tighten screws 1 to a...

Page 20: ...for a wheelchair user is to transfer into an appropriate seat in the vehicle and use the seat belts made available by the auto industry Motion Composites cannot and does not recommend any wheelchair transporting systems The standard wheelchair seatbelt should never be used as a safety seat belt when sitting in a paratransit vehicle Transit regulation may vary in different legislation states provin...

Page 21: ...n misused if TTDS is not attached to the four tarpaulin bows identified and installed by Motion Composites 5 This warranty is extended only to the original consumer purchasers of Motion Composites product IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CONSUMERS RIGHTS The benefits we give in this manufacturer s warranty are additional to and do not detract from any rights and remedies that you may have under local co...

Page 22: ...ails Motion Composites will hold replacement parts for a minimum of 10 years or propose a compatible spare option If the wheelchair needs to be sent to a service center or to the manufacturer for service it should be packed carefully in a cardboard box fitting the size of the wheelchair The anti tippers the foot rest and cushion should be removed and packed in a small box inside the larger cardboa...

Page 23: ...Length 226 mm N A mm 0 19 Armrest Width 37 mm N A mm 0 20 Armrest Angle 10 5 N A 0 21 Distance Between Armrests 515 mm N A mm 0 22 Front Location of Armrests Structure 0 mm 492 mm 0 23 Hand Rim Diameter 525 mm N A mm 0 24 Propelling Wheel Diameter 605 mm N A mm 0 25 Horizontal Displacement of Wheel Axle 0 mm 160 mm Infinite 26 Vertical Displacement of Wheel Axle 125 mm 175 mm Infinite 27 Caster Wh...

Page 24: ...N ISO 7176 1 Wheelchairs part 1 Determination of static ability NF EN ISO 7176 5 Wheelchairs part 5 Determination of dimensions mass and maneuvring space NF EN ISO 7176 8 Wheelchairs part 8 Requirements and test methods for static impact and fatigue strengths NF EN ISO 7176 11 Wheelchairs part 11 Test Dummies NF EN ISO 7176 15 Wheelchairs part 15 Requirements for information disclosure documentati...

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