Deluxe Self Propelled Steel Transit Chair VA166BLACK,BLUE,HAM,PINK,RED SGLY00100818A Assembly and Operating Instructions EN
This file is available to view and download as a PDF at www.aidapt.co.uk. Sight impaired customers can use a free PDF Reader (such as adobe.com/reader) to zoom in and increase the text size for improved readability. READ BEFORE USE Before using your new Transit Chair, you and each person that may assist you in its use should take time to read this manual and follow all instructions. PLEASE NOTE: Your transit chair has a unique identification serial number.
ii. The footplates are designed only to support the feet while in the seated position. DO NOT STAND ON THE FOOT PLATES. iii. WARNING: Surface areas of your chair can get hot when the chair is exposed to external sources of heat (e.g. sunlight). • Please now refer to the section on Assembly and use. ASSEMBLY 1. 2. First remove all contents from the box. To open the chair, push seat rails and press downwards until the chair is fully opened taking care to keep fingers clear of moving parts (Fig. 1). 3.
BRAKE OPERATION Parking Brakes (Occupant) See Fig. 7 which shows the chair with the parking brake not applied. To apply the parking brake push the handle forward as in Fig. 7a until it ‘clicks’ and this will apply the brake. Fig. 7 Fig. 7a BRAKE ADJUSTMENT To adjust the parking brakes loosen bolt A (as per figure 7b) and move brake unit sideways to adjust as required and then re-tighten bolt A. Hex nuts Fig. 7b Assembly and Operating Instructions Ver.
CORRECT USAGE WARNING: The centre of balance is affected by a change in posture body position or weight distribution. Many activities require the transit chair user to reach, bend and transfer into and out of the chair. These movements will cause a change to normal balance, centre of gravity and weight distribution of the chair. The design of your chair enables it to remain stable for normal everyday usage if used correctly in accordance with the recommendations in this manual. N.B.
5. Negotiating Obstacles 5.1 Forwards The chair should be tilted by the helper until the front castors have passed over the kerbs. Move the chair forward until the rear wheels touch the kerb and gently lower the front castors over the pavement. Push down on the foot bars until the rear wheels have mounted the kerb. The chair should not be lifted by the handles alone. 5.2 Backwards The chair should be positioned so that the rear wheels are against the kerb.
6. Ramps Be sure of your own capabilities, limitations and strength before attempting to go up a ramp. Correct techniques on ramp negotiation should be shown to you by a qualified professional. Assistance is recommended when going up or down inclines greater than 10°. If you must stop on an incline, avoid sudden, abrupt movement when you resume movement. Due to the backward angle of the chair, sudden abrupt movement could cause instability.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION The following diagram shows details of the chair terminology used in this manual. VA166: Self Propelled Steel Transit Chair Assembly and Operating Instructions Ver.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION continued. 1. Push Handles The handles are designed for the helper to propel the chair. They must not be used solely for lifting the chair over obstructions or kerbs (see negotiating obstacles) 2. Backrest Upholstery Periodically check the upholstery for signs of tears or sagging. Replace immediately if the seat is damaged 3. Armrest Release Lever Push the lever to release the armrests from the socket to allow them to be flipped up. 4.
6. Adjustable Brake These are used to hold the chair in a stationary position, and are fitted on either side of the chair. They should not be used when the chair is moving or to slow it down. They should always be applied together. To operate, push the brake lever forward towards the front of the chair. This will immobilize the chair. To release the brake, move the lever towards the rear of the chair. ROUTINE CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE 1.
6. Brakes Regularly check for effective operation and there is no wear or signs of play. 7. General Always check before use that the chair folds and unfolds correctly and that movement both backwards and forwards is in a straight line. 8. Servicing We recommend your chair is fully serviced every twelve months. For parts information please contact Aidapt Bathrooms Limited (details on the back page). 9.
