MEDLINE Excel Wheelchair Owner's Manual Please read this manual before operation for, warnings, maintenance and safe usage instructions of this wheelchair.
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WARNINGS: Do not operate, maintain or adjust wheelchair without reading and understanding all instructions in the manual. . This wheelchair has not been approved as a seat surface to be used within a vehicle of any kind. Always transfer the wheelchair user to an approved vehicle seat and use restraints available from the auto industry for this application. . Do not operate this wheelchair on streets or roadways. . Do not operate wheelchair on inclines greater than 10% without assistance. . .
. . . . . . . . WARNINGS (Continued): Do not the lean wheelchair back since this can cause the wheelchair to tip over. If trying to reach objects, reach back only as far as your arm will extend without altering your seating position. Do not use the wheel locks to slow your descent down an incline. Changing direction when going down an incline could cause instability. Do not transfer in and out of this wheelchair on your own unless you have sufficient upper body strength, balance and agility.
. . WARNINGS (Continued): Any person assisting the rider in the maneuvering or lifting the wheelchair must have sufficient strength and be able to see obstacles in the path of travel. Assure that the quick release axles for rear wheels are in the locked position before use. The axles are locked when the quick release button is fully popped out and the ball bearings on the other end of the axle are fully exposed. Also check that the axle is locked by pulling on the wheel.
WARNINGS (Continued): Ball bearings must be fully exposed 6
Congratulations on your selection of a Medline Wheelchair. Medline wheelchairs are the result of extensive engineering and are manufactured to meet our rigid specifications and to surpass your expectations. Medline wheelchairs are designed to combine. comfort, safety and reliability. Medline Industries, Inc. is committed to the quality of our products and to the satisfaction of our customers.
Use and Safety: To Open Chair - Open wheelchair by tilting to one side and pushing downward on the seat rail until fully open. Make sure the seat tubing rests completely inside the seat cradles. To Close/Fold Chair- Fold footplates to the vertical position. Grab seat upholstery with both hands at the front and back edge and lift up, or tilt chair to one side and lift up on the seat rail.
Removal of SwingawayFootrest/LegrestRelease the lock by pushing on the front rigging lever. Swing the footrest/legrest outward and sideways. Lift up on the assembly to remove the footrest or legrest. Adjusting length of the Footrest/Legrest - When adjusting the length of the footrest/legrest, the wheelchair user should be sitting in the wheelchair with his/her feet on the footplates. Loosen the bolt on the clamp around the support assembly.
I Adjusting to Hemi Height (lowering the rear frame by 2 inches) Hemi Height Axle Hole Standard Height Axle Hole ~ Transport Chair Axle Hole Step 1: Depress the quick release button on the wheel hub and pull off the wheel and quick release the axle from the standard height axle hole. . Step 2: Remove the plastic plug on the hemi height axle hole and insert into the standard height axle hole. Step 3: Insert the quick release axle with the wheel into the hemi height axle hole. Push in all the way.
Caution: Stability - The wheelchair is designed to be safe and stable as long as you maintain your center of gravity in the chair. Never reach for objects that require you to shift in the seat or bend over out of the chair. Whenever reaching for objects that require you to lean, make sure the front casters are pointing in a forward position, which extends the wheel base and will help stabilize the chair.
Maintenance It is highly recommended that the wheelchair be taken to a qualified dealer annually for a thorough inspection and maintenance/repair service. General Care- Wipe offthe chrome parts at least once a week using a clean, soft cloth. Clean all metal parts with auto wax or similar products. Dry the chair immediatelyif exposed to moisture. Do not use abrasive cleanser or materialsthat will scratch the finish off the chair. Monthly Checks: Inspect the entire wheelchair for broken parts.
I bearings and clean the fork stem housing. If the nut is too loose, the caster will flutter or shimmy. If it is too tight, the chair will be difficult to steer. Wheels - The large rear wheels should be checked for correct tightness. If the wheel wobbles or is loose, the bearings may ~e worn. The quick release bolt may not be locked in place or it may need to be adjusted.
should be placed over the axles while not in use. Medline Limited Warranty Your Medline Excel 3000 wheelchair frame is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for the life of the original consumer purchaser. The life of the frame is five years. The upholstery, quick release mechanism, fasteners and other parts have a warranty of six months. This warranty does not cover device failure due to owner misuse or negligence, or normal wear and tear.
