E&J GF0700137RevA07 manual Adjustments, Rear wheels & casters

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5 Adjustments

The Paramount XD offers several adjustments to make it easier and more comfortable to drive. Section 7, MAINTENANCE, offers preven- tive maintenance suggestions for keeping your wheelchair in excel- lent 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 Health Products dealer for assistance.

The person performing adjustments on the Paramount XD has the responsibility of making certain that the user can safely operate the wheelchair with the adjustments selected. This person must evalu- ate the user's ability, weight, physical condition, the environment in which the wheelchair will be used, and the terrain over which the wheelchair will travel.

All adjustments and their page locations are referenced in the index at the end of this manual. Specific tools needed to perform each adjustment are identified in adjustment directions. A complete list of tools needed to perform all adjustments in this section follows:

Phillips screwdriver 3/8" wrench

M13 wrench

M6 hex key

Rear wheels & casters

We recommend that you do not replace or adjust rear wheel or caster components yourself, since special tools and training are required. Please contact your Graham-Field Health Products dealer when your rear wheels or casters need adjustment.

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Contents Paramount XD Contents Introduction Page Important safety precautions Page Page Getting started Balance Handling tipsTransfer Activities Forward or sideward Reaching / bendingBackward Ramps And Inclines Descent AscentCurbs and steps Rear wheels & casters AdjustmentsRemove arm ArmsAttach arm Footrest-detachable, swingaway Remove footrest Front RiggingAttach footrest Adjust footplate extension length Elevating legrest-detachable, swingaway Adjust legrest footplate extension length Adjust legrest elevationCrossbraces Adjust elevating legrest panel positionTighten crossbraces Wheel locks Adjust wheel locksTransporting the E&J Paramount XD ReassemblyDo-it-yourself maintenance MaintenanceGeneral care List of toolsCheck handrims Check tire wearCheck wheel lock engagement Check anti-tippers optionalCheck upholstery Check rear wheel adjustmentCheck arms Check backposts / push handlesCheck footrests & elevating legrests Cleaning your Paramount XDCheck casters Check wheel bearingsSymptom TroubleshootingPage Paramount XD Manual Wheelchair Limited warrantyPage Index