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Wheelchairs of Kansas  

500 Commerce Parkway 

Hays, Kansas 67601 

Phone: 1-800-537-6454 

www.wheelchairsofkansas.com

 

 
 

Wheelchairs of Kansas and WOK are trademarks of Rayes, Inc. dba Wheelchairs of Kansas.  All 
specifications, equipment and prices are subject to change without notice.  Photos and drawings 
are representative of the products and may vary slightly from actual production models.   

Содержание BCW Advantage

Страница 1: ...0 User Manual Rev 4 0 8002 WHEELCHAIRS OF KANSAS 09 17 2013 User Manual BCW Advantage Wheelchair ...

Страница 2: ...tructions 10 Folding and Unfolding the Wheelchair 10 Proper Use of the Wheelchair 12 Center of Balance 12 Curbs and Single Steps 12 Doorways and Obstacles 13 Motor Vehicle Safety 14 Reaching or Leaning 14 Slopes 15 Streets and Roadways 15 Transfers 16 Features 17 Armrests 17 Casters and Pneumatic Tires 18 Footrests and Leg Rests 18 Elevating Leg Rest optional 19 Rear Wheel Locks 20 Positioning Bel...

Страница 3: ...torage and Disposal 27 Parts and Assembly 28 Warranty Information 30 Rayes Inc dba Wheelchairs of Kansas Wheelchairs of Kansas Limited Warranty 30 Manufacturer Disclaimer 31 User Assistance Information 32 ...

Страница 4: ...l for Wheelchairs of Kansas WOK WARNING The wheelchair is to be used in accordance with each facility s policies and procedures For user and patient safety read and follow all warnings and instructions that apply to use of the BCW Advantage Wheelchair Before using this wheelchair the user must know what to do to ensure safety Put the user at ease The care provider should communicate with the user ...

Страница 5: ...ackward or to the side depends on the center of balance and stability Follow the instructions in regard to center of balance to avoid a fall or injury to the user and or care provider The impact from dropping down from a curb or step can damage the frame or other wheelchair parts and may loosen fasteners Check for damage to the wheelchair or loose fasteners before each use to avoid a fall or injur...

Страница 6: ...uld result in user injury as well as damage to equipment or other property Improper use of positioning belts may cause injury or death to the user and or care provider Safety Tips The wheelchair is to be used in accordance with each facility s policies and procedures Replace worn or torn fabric immediately Failure to do so could result in user injury as well as damage to equipment or other propert...

Страница 7: ...fasteners Contact an authorized Wheelchairs of Kansas technician to assist if finding the correct fasteners If improper fasteners are used they could result in patient and or user injury as well as damage to equipment or other property The wheelchair needs to be stored transported and operated in a temperature range of 5 C to 45 C 23 F to 113 F DO NOT expose the wheelchair to humidity greater than...

Страница 8: ...ailable from 24 61 cm wide up to 34 86 5 cm wide Designed and engineered for bariatric individuals this chair can hold up to 850 lbs 385 kg This chair has seat height adjustability by changing the placement of the axle bolt and raising or lowering the casters Standard accessories are also offered such as removable desk length height adjustable armrests and swing away footrests Armrests Rear Wheels...

Страница 9: ... Width 40 5 103 cm 30 34 76 cm 86 5 cm Seat Width 42 5 108 cm Seat Depth 20 51 cm Seat Height From floor to seat 24 28 61 cm 71 cm Seat Width 19 20 5 48 5 cm 52 cm 30 34 76 cm 86 5 cm Seat Width 20 5 22 52 cm 56 cm Back Height 17 43 cm Weight Capacity 850 lbs 385 kg Exceeding this limit will void the warranty WARNING Exceeding the weight capacity and or safe working load listed in the specificatio...

Страница 10: ...nch 2 15 16 Open End Wrench Wheelchair Set Up The Advantage wheelchair has two adjustments for the seat to floor height determine which height is suitable for your situation If the top hole is used on the casters be sure to use the top hole on the wheels To bolt on the back wheels slide the bolt through the wheels and then add the spacer Attach wheel assembly through the frame and secure the nut w...

Страница 11: ...e wheelchair may tip over Have someone help the user until he or she knows what can cause a tip over and how to avoid doing so The user should never try a new maneuver alone until they are sure they can do it safely The wheelchair is most stable when it is moving forward The user should be very careful when the wheelchair is moving backward The user may lose control or tip over if one of the rear ...

Страница 12: ...upholstery is bolted to Place the other hand on the rear wheel on the opposite side of the wheelchair Simultaneously push down on the seat rail and pull out on the wheel until the seat is down In some instances it may be necessary to wiggle the side to line up the telescope tubes ...

Страница 13: ...l or injury to the user and or care provider The user should never try to climb or descend a curb or a step alone unless they are a skilled user and have the upper body strength needed to do so The user should not try to climb a high curb or step more than 4 inches high unless they have help The wheelchair may exceed its balance point and tip over When there is a care provider make sure that he or...

Страница 14: ... you are past the edge 4 Continue forward until the rear wheels contact the face of the curb or step Lift and roll the rear wheels to the upper level Doorways and Obstacles Make sure the floor area where this wheelchair will be used is level and free of obstacles The user and or care provider may need to remove or cover threshold strips between doors A ramp may need to be installed at some doors T...

Страница 15: ... it cannot roll or shift Reaching or Leaning WARNING Reaching or leaning affects the user s center of balance Follow the instructions for users reaching or leaning from the wheelchair to avoid a fall or injury to the user and or care provider The user should avoid reaching or leaning if he or she must shift their weight to do so Ask for help or use a device to extend the user s reach The user shou...

Страница 16: ... very careful if you must climb a slope greater than 10 A 10 slope means One foot of elevation for every ten feet in length of the slope Ask for help if the slope may be beyond your ability 4 Always control your speed when going downhill If you go too fast you may not be able to control your chair Ask for help if the slopes may be beyond your ability You can control your speed by keeping constant ...

Страница 17: ...will not keep your chair from sliding away from you or tipping To avoid a fall you should a Learn how to position your body and how to support yourself during a transfer b Work with your doctor nurse or therapist to learn safe transfer methods c Have someone help you until you are sure you can perform safe transfers on your own 4 Rotate the front casters forward to make the chair more stable 5 Be ...

Страница 18: ...ing it into the frame as shown start the front of the armrest first 2 You may need to compress the lock pin to allow the armrest to completely slide into place Make sure that the pin clicks into places The armrest design reinforces the back by connecting the front of the seat frame and the back together To remove Compress the lock pin and then slide the armrest out of the frame To adjust the heigh...

Страница 19: ... try to lift the wheelchair by its footrest They may come loose or break If this occurs the wheelchair may fall and cause injury to the user or others and could damage the wheelchair Lift the wheelchair only by non detachable parts of the main frame The footrests are not designed to bear the weight of the wheelchair The lowest point of the footrest should be at least 2 1 2 6 35 cm inches above the...

Страница 20: ...he footrest to the desired height and tighten the bolt Elevating Leg Rest optional To raise the leg rest Lift the footrest to the desired elevation The mechanism is self locking To lower the leg rest 1 Push lever A down and lower the footrest to the desired elevation 2 Release the lever to lock To adjust the calf pad 1 Rotate the calf pad out of the locating notch B and adjust to the desired heigh...

Страница 21: ...g You may veer out of control or tip over Low pressure in a rear tire may cause the wheel lock on that side to slip and may allow the wheel to turn when you do not expect it To adjust the rear wheel locks Be sure the rear tires are inflated to the proper pressure before adjusting the parking brake The proper tire pressure setting is indicated on the side of the tire Note The brakes must be in the ...

Страница 22: ...so tight that they interfere with breathing The operator should be able to slide his or her open hand flat between the belt and the user A pelvic wedge or similar device can help the user from sliding down in the seat Consult with the user s doctor nurse or therapist to find out if the user needs such a device Use positioning belts only with a cooperative user Make sure that the user can easily re...

Страница 23: ... balance of the wheelchair This may cause the wheelchair to tip over and result in severe injury to you DO NOT make a change to the seating system of your wheelchair unless you consult your authorized Wheelchairs of Kansas dealer first Transport WARNING Wheelchairs of Kansas does not endorse or recommend the lifting of the chair with a person in it Other means of transport must be used to carry a ...

Страница 24: ...and warm water or hand sanitizer and then put on disposable gloves and eye protection 2 Use wipes to wipe the top bottom inside and side rails of the wheelchair 3 Change wipes often to ensure that surfaces remain wet with disinfectant for the manufacturer s required contact time Used wipes are to be discarded in the trash 4 Remove disposable gloves and discard in the trash perform hand hygiene usi...

Страница 25: ...mended Hand wash with a non abrasive cleaner and drip dry or wipe dry with a soft cloth Do not put upholstery in a dryer The frame may be polished with a non abrasive automotive wax Personal Protective Equipment should always be used as directed by the disinfectant s Material Safety Data Sheet Prepare the Wex Cide 128 disinfectant according to the manufacturer s recommendations Prepare a separate ...

Страница 26: ...s acetone or paint thinner as they will damage the finish of the paint Steam Cleaning This product must not be steam cleaned Cleaning Blood and Other Excretions Blood and other excretions should be wiped up while wet if possible These substances are more difficult to remove once they have dried to surfaces Dried blood and other excretions are to be removed using ample disinfectant solution in orde...

Страница 27: ...l parts work smoothly Check for excess noise vibration or a change in ease of use These may be signs of a problem such as low tire pressure loose fasteners or damage to the wheelchair Fasteners WARNING Many of the screws and bolts used in the wheelchair are special high strength fasteners Contact an authorized Wheelchairs of Kansas technician to assist if finding the correct fasteners If improper ...

Страница 28: ...ing order before using the wheelchair CAUTION The wheelchair needs to be stored transported and operated in a temperature range of 5 C to 45 C 23 F to 113 F CAUTION DO NOT expose the wheelchair to humidity greater than 95 End of life Wheelchairs of Kansas products must be disposed of properly according to local laws and regulations Please contact Wheelchairs of Kansas or your local authorities for...

Страница 29: ... each 27000604L Swing Away Footrest Left 1 each 27000604R Swing Away Footrest Right 4 2 each 27000121 Front Caster 5 2 each 27001059 5 8 Nylon Locknut 6 2 each 16000552 1 1 4 Wheel Bushing 7 2 each 27001127 5 8 X 5 1 2 Bolt 8 2 each 28061030 Rear Wheel 9 1 each Serial Req Upholstery Back 10 1 each Serial Req Upholstery Seat ...

Страница 30: ...ce w Wheels 1 each 28060050 Oxygen Tank Holder 1 each 28060080 IV Pole Telescoping 1 each 28060720 Cane Crutch Holder Positioning Straps 1 each 28060710 Seat Belt Velcro 1 each 28060701 Seat Belt Nylon w Plastic Buckle 1 each 27000483 Seat Belt Auto Style Additional Options 1 pair 27000605 L R Leg rests Elevating 1 pair 2406015 0 1 Special Construction Footrests 1 pair 2406013 0 1 Reinforced Leg r...

Страница 31: ... at no charge to the customer 4 For replacement or repair of a product or part not covered under this warranty or if warranty is void the standard rates will apply Freight or delivery charges will be billed to the customer 5 Wheelchairs of Kansas products are identified by serial number Removal of this number may void the warranty Limitations and Exclusions 1 Products that have been subject to neg...

Страница 32: ...this user s manual may include optional equipment Contact or consult Wheelchairs of Kansas to ensure proper equipment sizes specifications and options Trademarks BCW Advantage Wheelchair is a trademark of Wheelchairs of Kansas Copyright Copyright 2013 by Wheelchairs of Kansas All rights reserved No part of the contents of this manual may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in...

Страница 33: ...32 User Assistance Information For questions or assistance with this product contact Wheelchairs of Kansas at Wheelchairs of Kansas 500 Commerce Parkway Hays Kansas 67601 Phone 1 800 537 6454 ...

Страница 34: ...wheelchairsofkansas com Wheelchairs of Kansas and WOK are trademarks of Rayes Inc dba Wheelchairs of Kansas All specifications equipment and prices are subject to change without notice Photos and drawings are representative of the products and may vary slightly from actual production models ...

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