EJ777-2 Bariatric Transport Chair Operation Manual EJ777-2-INS-LAB-RevA10 © 2010 GF Health Products, Inc. EJ777-2 Transport Chair user and attendant: Read this manual before operating the Transport Chair. Save this manual for future reference. The most current version of this manual can be found online at www.grahamfield.
WARNING: EJ777-2 Transport Chair user and attendant: Do not operate the transport chair without first reading and understanding this manual. If you do not understand the warnings, cautions, and instructions provided herein, contact your healthcare professional, Graham-Field dealer, or technical representative before proceeding with the use of this product; otherwise personal injury or damage to your transport chair could result. CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................
1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing an Everest & Jennings® product. We at Graham-Field wish to assure you of our continuing commitment to provide innovation and quality in our products. Important safety, operating, and maintenance instructions that warrant the attention of both user and attendant are included in this operation manual.
STATEMENTS OF SIGNIFICANCE Please note the following special statements, used throughout this manual, and their significance: Note: Provides application recommendations or other useful information to ensure that you get the most from your product. CAUTION: Indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice that, if not avoided, could result in minor personal injury or product/property damage.
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING YOUR EJ777-2 TRANSPORT CHAIR. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY TO YOU OR OTHERS OR DAMAGE TO YOUR TRANSPORT CHAIR. Safety requires the constant attention of the Transport Chair user and the attendant. It is extremely important to learn and always use safe methods of performing basic daily activities.
WARNING: Doing a "wheelie" (tilting the Transport Chair backward until it reaches its balance point) is dangerous and could result in personal injury to the user. WARNING: Do not stand or step on the footplates while transferring to or from your Transport Chair. This could cause the Transport Chair to tip, or could cause personal injury or damage to your Transport Chair. WARNING: Always engage wheel locks before transferring, using a wheelchair lift or using an elevator.
3 OPERATION COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Please familiarize yourself with main components, identified in EJ777-2 Transport Chair illustration below.
HANDLING TIPS The Everest & Jennings EJ777-2 Transport Chair has been designed and engineered to perform as a stable and well balanced unit when used for its intended purpose. However, it is possible to tip the Transport Chair over if it is used improperly. We urge both user and attendant to learn the characteristics of your Transport Chair. It is most important to learn safe methods to perform the daily activities basic to your lifestyle.
Transfer Activities WARNING: Always ensure that the Transport Chair is on a stable, level surface and engage the wheel locks before transfer. WARNING: Do not step on the footplates; this could cause the Transport Chair to tip. Fold them up, and either detach them, or swing them aside. WARNING: There is a critical moment when there is little or no seat platform beneath you. Take every precaution to reduce this unsupported distance before you attempt transfer.
RAMPS AND INCLINES WARNING: During descent, the footplates' lowest point should be no closer to the ground than 2 1/2 inches to permit proper clearance. WARNING: Do not attempt any incline or decline of more than 6 degrees (10% grade, or one foot of rise or fall per ten feet of ramp length). WARNING: Do not use wheel locks to slow your descent.
For attendant: curb ascent facing forward 1. If equipped with anti-tippers, remove them temporarily. 2. Ensure that the hand grips are securely fastened and do not turn or slip. 3. Stand behind the Transport Chair, holding the hand grips, facing the curb. 4. Advise the user that you will be tilting backward and remind the user to lean back. 5. Tilt the Transport Chair backward to its balance point and move forward until the front casters pass over the top of the curb. 6.
For attendant: curb descent 1. If equipped with anti-tippers, remove them temporarily. 2. Ensure that the hand grips are securely fastened and do not turn or slip. 3. Stand behind the Transport Chair, holding the hand grips, with your back to the curb. 4. Look over your shoulder and step down carefully. 5. Hold the hand grips tightly and pull the Transport Chair until the rear wheels reach the curb edge. 6. Slowly roll the rear wheels down onto the lower level. 7.
4 ADJUSTMENTS The EJ777-2 Transport Chair offers several adjustments to make it easier and more comfortable to operate. Section 7, MAINTENANCE, offers preventive maintenance suggestions for keeping your Transport Chair in excellent condition; ensure that all components are in excellent condition before adjusting. The following are recommended methods; after a few adjustments, you may develop your own. Always consult your Graham-Field dealer for assistance.
ARM Rotate arm up for transfer (see pictures below) To rotate the arm backward for transfer: 1. Rotate the release lever down. 2. Hold arm by the front post and rotate it up and back. front post front post arm receptacle release lever arm, locked release lever arm, unlocked arm, rotated Rotate arm down to reinstall (see pictures above) To return the arm to operation position: 1. Rotate the arm forward and down into the arm receptacle. 2. Rotate the release lever up to lock front of arm into place.
FOOTREST—DETACHABLE, SWINGAWAY WARNING: Do not stand on the footplates; this could cause the Transport Chair to tip. Remove footrest for transfer (see picture at right) 1. Pull swingaway release lever toward front of Transport Chair and swing footrest outward. lower hinge pin release lever lower hinge plate 2. Lift footrest straight up off Transport Chair hinge pins. Attach footrest (see picture at right) 1.
ATTENDANT WHEEL LOCKS WARNING: Wheel locks are not brakes. Do not use the wheel locks to slow down the Transport Chair, or while the Transport Chair is moving. Wheel locks are only intended to keep the Transport Chair in place when it is at a complete stop. For attendant: attendant wheel locks, temporary lock The attendant wheel locks can be push handle engaged temporarily: 1.
5 TRANSPORTING THE EJ777-2 TRANSPORT CHAIR PREPARING THE EJ777-2 FOR TRANSPORT WARNING: This Transport Chair does not offer seating or occupant restraint equivalent to the seat provided in a motor vehicle! To increase your safety while traveling in a motor vehicle, always transfer to the vehicle seat and use the restraint provided by the vehicle manufacturer.
Store Transport Chair in car's back seat 1. Move the car's front seat as far forward as possible. 2. Holding the folded Transport Chair by the carrying straps, lift it into the car and place it on the back seat floorboard. Stow the footrests alongside. DO NOT put any articles on top of the Transport Chair. Ensure the Transport Chair is stable, will not shift while the car is in motion, and does not block the driver's field of vision. Store Transport Chair in car's trunk 1.
6 MAINTENANCE Protect your E&J EJ777-2 Transport Chair by having it serviced regularly. Proper care and maintenance are essential to keep your Transport Chair in safe working condition. Periodic inspection, adjustment, and replacement of worn parts will provide many years of superb performance. When you believe that a component or part of your Transport Chair is not functioning properly, contact your Graham-Field dealer immediately, as a potentially hazardous condition could result.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Procedure Check tire wear Week ✔ Check wheel lock engagement ✔ Check anti-tippers (optional) ✔ Wipe off frame with soft cloth Check handgrips ✔ Perform at least every month 3 months 6 months ✔ Check upholstery ✔ Check rear wheel adjustment ✔ Check arms ✔ Check backposts / push handles ✔ Check footrests Clean frame with soap and water Check caster stem rotation GF dealer maintenance check Check rear wheel bearings (dealer) Check caster bearings (dealer) ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Li
Check wheel lock engagement Check wheel lock engagement at least once a week. If a wheel lock is worn or damaged, have your Graham-Field dealer replace it immediately. Inspect the hardware for looseness or signs of wear. Ensure that the locking mechanism operates smoothly. The locking assembly should be tight enough so that the wheel can not rotate or the lock slip. Check that the locking shoe does not press against the tire when in the unlocked position.
Check arms Check arms at least once a month. Inspect for sharp edges or cracks which could weaken the arm, and replace if found. Ensure that all attaching screws are present and tight. Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten arm pad mounting screws. Check for burrs on the screw heads and replace if found. Ensure that screws do not extend into the padding. Confirm that the posts at base of arm fit correctly in the sockets, snug but not binding.
7 TROUBLESHOOTING Continual use of your Transport Chair necessitates maintenance, especially if the factory-set adjustments have been altered. The following troubleshooting guide lists several common problems that may occur, and offers corrective actions for each. If you are unsure of the solution or unable to diagnose the problem, do not hesitate to ask your Graham-Field dealer for assistance.
8 SPECIFICATIONS The Everest & Jennings EJ777-2 Transport Chair has the following parameters: Seat width 24 inches (61 cm) Seat depth 18 inches (45.7 cm) Seat to floor height 20 1/2 inches (52.1 cm) Back height 18 inches (45.7 cm) Overall length 32 1/2 inches (82.6 cm) not including footrests Overall height 39 1/4 inches (99.7 cm) Overall width 30 1/4 inches (76.8 cm) Width folded 10 inches (25.4 cm) Weight 31 lb (14.
9 LIMITED WARRANTY This warranty has been drafted to comply with the Federal Law applicable to products manufactured after July 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/consumer or dealer/non-consumer and to no other purchaser or transferee. GF Health Products, Inc. warrants the EJ777-2 Transport Chair against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship as listed below: WARRANTY PERIOD 3 mo. 6 mo. 1 yr. 3 yr. EJ777-2 BARIATRIC TRANSPORT CHAIR Sideframes, crossbraces ........
warranty shall also not apply to products modified without GF Health Products, Inc.’s express written consent; nor shall it apply if parts not manufactured by GF Health Products, Inc., or if parts not complying with original equipment specifications are added to GF Health Products, Inc. products; or if the product or part is serviced by an entity not authorized by GF Health Products, Inc.
10 INDEX A Adjustments 13 Anti-tippers, check 21 Arm, adjustment 14 Arm, rotate backward 14 Arm, rotate forward 14 Arms, check 22 Attendant wheel locks, adjust 16 B Backposts, check 22 Balance 8 C Casters, adjust 13 Caster stems, check 22 CAUTION statement, significance 4 Cleaning your Transport Chair 22 Component identification 7 Crossbraces, adjust 13 Curb ascent facing backward (for attendant) 11 Curb ascent facing forward (for attendant) 11 Curb descent (for attendant) 12 Curbs and steps, negotiati
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