E&J 3K01-INS-LAB-RevB13 manual Important Safety Precautions

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2 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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 Advantage Recliner serviced regularly. Whenever any part of your Advantage Recliner is not functioning properly, contact your Graham-Field authorized distributor 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: Advantage Recliner maximum weight capacity is 300 lb (136 kg), EVENLY DISTRIBUTED.

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.

WARNING: Do not attempt inclines without anti-tippers installed in the downward position. Do not attempt any incline or decline greater than six degrees (10% grade, or one foot of rise or fall per ten feet of ramp length).

3K01-INS-LAB-RevB13 • Advantage Recliner User Manual

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Contents Recliner Contents Introduction Page Important Safety Precautions Page Page Getting Started Removable Headrest Operation of ReclinerLowering and Raising Reclining Back Transfer Activities Handling TipsBalance Backward Reaching / BendingForward or sideward Descent Ramps and InclinesAscent Curbs and Steps Adjustments Rear Wheels & Casters Remove arm Install armArms Elevating LEGREST-DETACHABLE, Swingaway Front RiggingRemove elevating legrest Attach elevating legrestLower elevating legrest Adjust Legrest ElevationRaise elevating legrest Adjust legrest footplate extension length Tighten crossbraces CrossbracesWheel Locks Adjust wheel locksMaintenance Maintenance Schedule Do-it-yourself maintenanceGeneral care List of toolsCheck tire wear Check handrimsCheck anti-tippers Check wheel lock engagementCheck handgrips Check upholsteryCheck arms Check rear wheel adjustmentCheck backposts / push handles Check elevating legrestsCheck wheel bearings Cleaning your Advantage ReclinerCheck casters Symptom TroubleshootingScope of Warranty Limited WarrantyPage Index Adjustments
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