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SAFETY AND HANDLING GUIDE

STABILITY AND BALANCE

Proper balance is the key to maintaining stability of your wheelchair. Your wheelchair has been designed and engineered to maintain balance during 
normal daily activity. However, it is possible to tip the wheelchair over if used improperly or if you move beyond the center of gravity. Everest & Jen-
nings strongly recommends the use of a positioning belt to maintain proper weight distribution. It is very important that you learn the characteristics 
of your wheelchair as well as learn safe methods to perform the daily activities basic to your lifestyle. Your healthcare professional should assist you 
in developing the skills and proper techniques to perform all activities safely.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN REACHING OR BENDING

Although it is not recommended, you may fi nd it occasionally necessary to 
lean or reach while sitting in your wheelchair. Consult with your healthcare professional for assistance in developing your personal safe reaching or 
moving techniques suited to your abilities and restrictions.

WARNINGS:

 •  Always have the front casters turned to the front to provide stability while reaching. If in doubt, ask for assistance or use a 

device that will extend your reach without requiring you to shift your weight.

 •  DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you must move forward in the seat or if you must reach down between your knees. 

 •  DO NOT shift your weight in the direction you are reaching. This could cause the wheelchair to tip, resulting in injuries.

WARNINGS: 

 •  DO NOT engage the wheel locks. If your weight shifts while reaching, it is better to roll backwards than to tip over. 

 •  DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery, as wheelchair could tip.

Reaching / Bending Forward or Sideward:

(1) Maneuver the wheelchair as close as possible to the object you wish to reach.

(2) Rotate both front casters fully forward.

(3) Engage both wheel locks. 

Reaching / Bending Backward:

(1) Maneuver the wheelchair as close as possible to the object.

(2) Rotate both front casters fully forward.

(3) Reach only as far as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position. 

If in doubt, reposition the wheelchair or ask for assistance.

Содержание Everest Jennings

Страница 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL IMPORTANT Read this booklet before operating your wheelchair Wheelchairs A Graham Field Brand...

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Страница 3: ...port Chair Wheel Lock Adjustment 6 Folding A Companion transport Wheelchair Back Folding A Companion transport Wheelchair Back Folding A Companion transport Wheelchair Back 6 SAFETY AND HANDLING GUIDE...

Страница 4: ...familiar with them Keep in mind that the basic safety procedures included in this manual are to be used as a guide only You may nd it necessary to develop your own unique methods for safely solving f...

Страница 5: ...rs installed During descent the lowest part of the footrest should be no closer to the ground than 2 1 2 to permit proper clearance at the bottom of the incline Do not turn wheelchair while going down...

Страница 6: ...TER HOUSING CASTER FORK REAR FIXED REAR FIXED WHEEL WHEEL WHEEL LOCK FOLD DOWN BACK DOWN BACK MECHANISM MECHANISM HANDGRIP CROSS BRACE CROSS BRACE w SERIAL NUMBER w SERIAL NUMBER BACKPOST PUSH HANDLE...

Страница 7: ...or others or damage to the wheelchair To Close Fold up footplates Make sure footrests legrests are in locked position in front of the wheelchair If the wheelchair is equipped with heel loops pull the...

Страница 8: ...back down towards the bottom of the chair 3 Pin with Plastic Paddle To engage press forward on the top of the paddle to release pin Fold the back down towards the bottom of the chair FRONT RIGGING WAR...

Страница 9: ...al safe reaching or moving techniques suited to your abilities and restrictions WARNINGS Always have the front casters turned to the front to provide stability while reaching If in doubt ask for assis...

Страница 10: ...ations Consult your healthcare professional for assistance in developing your individual technique Whenever possible use two 2 attendants to perform transfers Make sure the wheelchair is stabilized an...

Страница 11: ...negotiate an incline or decline Practice with an attendant or healthcare professional rst before attempting any inclines declines curbs or ramps Always inspect the ramp incline decline or any pathway...

Страница 12: ...ndgrips are securely fastened the attendant should turn the wheelchair backward and carefully step down Tightly holding the handgrips the attendant should pull the wheelchair to where the rear wheels...

Страница 13: ...e can cause operating problems and may affect your warranty coverage The use of non Everest Jennings replacement parts could create a hazardous condition which may result in serious injury Proper care...

Страница 14: ...rubber tires should be replaced when they become loose on the rim or as cracks appear Upholstery Clean the upholstery with a mild soap solution rinse and wipe dry Inspect for rips tears and worn spot...

Страница 15: ...and or casters may be adjusted improperly Ensure that both rear wheels are mounted in identical positions and that casters are mounted in identical positions Caster stem s may be adjusted improperly C...

Страница 16: ...te tightness ensure all fasteners are secure Footrest Legrest Inspect locking mechanism for secure t Check for cracks burrs or sharp edges Handgrips Push Handles Make sure they are tight and securely...

Страница 17: ...r rips tears worn spots and excessive slack Inspect attaching screws for sharp edges or stripped screws Wheels Wheel bearings Inspect for wear and check alignment Make sure axle nut and bearing tensio...

Страница 18: ...drims front rigging forks Upholstered components plastic parts painted surfaces rubber parts bearings and any other parts not speci cally identi ed above REPLACEMENT PARTS Sideframes crossbraces All o...

Страница 19: ...apply to products modi ed without Graham Field s express written consent nor shall it apply if parts not manufactured by Graham Field or if parts not complying with original equipment speci cations ar...

Страница 20: ...Graham Field Health Products 2935 Northeast Parkway Atlanta Georgia 30360 telephone 800 347 5678 770 447 1609 fax 800 726 0601 678 291 3232 http www graham eld com...

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