REMPLOY HEALTHCARE AVANTI USER GUIDE & INFORMATION 05.
AVANTI USER GUIDE & INFORMATION THIS INFORMATION IS APPLICABLE TO THE AVANTI CHAIR IT SHOULD BE READ BY CARERS AND OTHER USERS WITH ALL OTHER INFORMATION SUPPLIED BEFORE ANYONE ATTEMPTS TO USE THE CHAIR WITH AN OCCUPANT THE PURPOSE OF THIS CHAIR IS TO PROVIDE A MEANS OF SAFE AND CONVENIENT HANDLING OF AN OCCUPANT WITH WALKING DIFFICULTIES, WHERE A CONVENTIONAL WHEELCHAIR IS NOT PRACTICAL BECAUSE OF SPACE OR TIME LIMITATIONS.
1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 1.15 Introduction & Opening The Product Package Preparing The Chair For Use Side Access And Occupant Transfer Footrests Brakes Wheels Manoeuvrability And Safety 1.7.1 Going Down A Kerb 1.7.2 Going Up A Kerb First Method 1.7.3 Going Up A Kerb Second Method 1.7.
1.1 INTRODUCTION & OPENING THE PRODUCT PACKAGE For protection during transit the Avanti is packed in a cardboard carton, together with Guidance Information. The chair is supplied fully assembled in the folded condition. A storage/carry bag is included. Each chair has its own specific identification code label at the back of the chair. This code together with other product information such as occupant weight limit should also be noted.
The Avanti can be opened by the following sequence of operations. • Remove chair from packing using seat handle. • Lift push handle. • Lock backrest and push handle into position by pulling cable up and locating pins in hinge bracket. Take care when locking into position. Ensure that quarter turn latch pin locates in to the tube. • Pin located in locked position in hinge bracket. • Apply Brake. • Place footrest in forward position. • Place one armrest into bottom position.
When folding the chair after use, place a foot on one of the tipping levers, and grip the push bar with both hands. Pull the push bar upwards and the front and back frames will fold together. Release the backrest lock using one hand to operate the pull cord, and allow the backrest to fold, pivoting it slowly downwards, against the lower frames. For ease of handling, a carry bag is provided for the folded chair. Do not place heavy objects on the folded chair. 1.
1.4 FOOTRESTS: The footrest is a simple frame which swivels and folds for storage. When in use the footrest should be pivoted to the outward locked position. Footrest height is not adjustable. Diagram shows footrest in outward locked position. 1.5 BRAKES: The toggle action parking brakes are located in pre set positions to act on the rear wheels. The brakes are intended to prevent the chair moving whilst the occupant is getting in or out of the chair. See service checklist also.
1.6 WHEELS All the wheels on the Avanti have puncture free polyurethane tyres. They are fitted with sealed roller bearings for life, and reliability, and should not need lubrication by the user under normal conditions. However care should be taken to avoid immersion of the wheels in water, or pressure washing, which can cause ingress into the moving parts, and result in deterioration of the wheel bearings. The puncture free tyres are maintenance free and hardwearing.
1.7.2 Going up a kerb. (First Method) The chair footrest, or occupant feet if longer, should be taken to just in front of the kerb edge. The attendant pushing should grip the chair push bar firmly, pressing down on the tipping lever, tilting the chair backwards using body weight leverage, bringing chair forward till the back wheels touch the kerb. The front castors wheels can then be lowered down onto the path, making sure that the wheels are facing rearwards.
1.8 TRANSPORTATION THE AVANTI IS INTENDED FOR SHORT TERM OCCUPATION UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD IT BE USED AS A VEHICLE SEAT Avanti occupants must transfer to a vehicle seat during a road or any other journey, with the chair securely stored separately in a purpose made storage area, available at the end of the journey for onward transfers. The folded Avanti weighs less than 8Kg, so it is convenient for lifting.
1.10 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ROUTINES FOR USERS The Remploy Avanti is attractively finished, using high quality materials. It will retain its appearance during use if looked after and cleaned by the carer, or other responsible member of the family. Best results will be obtained if the paintwork is protected, using a car wax polish. Upholstery should be wiped with a damp cloth. Marks can be removed using a mild detergent. The Avanti is designed for the minimum, amount of service maintenance.
1.11 USER SAFETY REFERENCE CHECKLIST The Avanti is intended to provide short-term mobility for occupants weighing up to 90kg. It should not be used for occupants with spinal conditions. It should be used exclusively for this purpose. Any other form of use will be regarded as misuse and neither manufacturer nor supplier will be responsible for any injury or damages sustained. Please ensure that the operation of this product is fully understood before using.
1.13 SERVICE BY AUTHORISED DISTRIBUTOR Service Records should be completed by the Authorised Distributor Servicing Department and retained by the user as a reference. The Authorised Distributor should carry out Service checks at the recommended interval specified on the Service Record. We recommend that the distributor check chairs at assessed intervals, according to the level of use and usage environment. A Handling chair used frequently should be serviced annually.
1.15 Avanti Wheelchair Measured Data And Advised Information.
