Tendercare Ltd
Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model
Tilt & Fold User Manual – Gas Strut Model v4
Authority. Quality Controller
Authorised by, J Adams
Page 4 of 23
January 2011
1. Who to contact in difficulty
Tendercare Ltd
PO Box 3091, Littlehampton, BN16 2WF
Tel (01903) 726161 Fax (01903) 734083
Email:
2. Intended user
The wheelchair has been designed for older children and adults who will benefit from a tilt in
space facility. It is also suitable for carrying special seating systems for all children who
require postural management.
It has four wheels the front wheels are castors to allow easy steering. The frame can be folded
for transit and has tilt in space seating. The armrests lift off for easy side transfer and the
push handles are adjustable in height to suit a wide range of attendants.
The maximum user weight including any inserts should not exceed 114.5kg (18 stone).
3. Unpacking
The wheelchair is delivered in a cardboard carton approximate weight 28 kg and size 800 mm
wide x 350 mm deep x 870 mm high.
Warning the transit carton is heavy so moving and unpacking must be done with care.
Observe all lifting and handling regulations.
1)
Stand the Carton upright making sure it is supported and cannot fall over. Open the
carton and remove any packages or packing, which could obstruct the removal of the
frame.
2)
Carefully pull out the wheelchair and check that you have the following items:-
Item
Component
Number
Yes
No
1.
Tilt and Fold wheelchair
1
2.
Armrests
2
3.
Push handles
2
4.
Thumb screws (for push handles)
4
5.
Footrests
2
6.
Headrest support rods
2
7.
Fabric headrest support
1
8.
Headrest cushion
1
9.
User Manual
1
If any items are damaged or missing please contact Tendercare,
Preferably by fax 01903-734083 within 36 hours of delivery.
3)
After unpacking and checking you have all components and that they are in good
condition, carefully dispose of the packaging at your local recycling centre.
