E&J GF0700137RevA07 manual Important safety precautions

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Important safety precautions: Always follow these safety precautions when using your wheelchair. Failure to do so could result in personal injury to you or others or damage to your wheelchair.

Safety requires the constant attention of the wheelchair user and the attendant. It is extremely important to learn and always use safe methods of performing basic daily activities. Always consult your healthcare professional to determine those methods most suitable for your individual abilities.

Protect yourself and your wheelchair by having your Paramount XD serviced regularly. Whenever any part of your Paramount XD is not functioning properly, contact your Graham-Field Health Products dealer immediately, as a hazardous situation could result, causing personal injury or damage to your wheelchair. ONLY EXCELLENT CONDITION IS ACCEPTABLE WHERE SAFETY IS CONCERNED. Periodic inspection, adjustment, and replacement of worn parts will provide many years of superb performance.

Warnings

WARNING: Paramount XD maximum weight capacity is 650 lb. (295 kg).

WARNING: Do not operate this wheelchair on streets or roadways.

WARNING: Do not operate this wheelchair on hilly or rough terrain, sand, wet or icy surfaces, or surfaces with impaired traction. Ensure that pathway is clear of all obstacles.

WARNING: Do not turn wheelchair while going downhill, as wheelchair could tip over.

GF0700137RevA07, September 2007 • Paramount XD Owner’s Manual

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Contents Paramount XD Contents Introduction Page Important safety precautions Page Page Getting started Transfer Activities Handling tipsBalance Backward Reaching / bendingForward or sideward Ramps And Inclines Curbs and steps AscentDescent Rear wheels & casters AdjustmentsAttach arm ArmsRemove arm Attach footrest Front RiggingFootrest-detachable, swingaway Remove footrest Adjust footplate extension length Elevating legrest-detachable, swingaway Adjust legrest footplate extension length Adjust legrest elevationTighten crossbraces Adjust elevating legrest panel positionCrossbraces 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
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