Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto 3F02-INS-LAB-REVB10 del fabbricante E&J
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3F02-INS-LAB-Re vB10 © 2010 GF Health Products, Inc. R ead this manual before oper ating your wheelchair . Sa v e t hi s ma nu al f or f ut ure u se . The m os t cu r ren t v ers io n of t hi s ma nu al ca n be f o un d onl in e a t ww w .gra ha m el d.
2 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual CONTENTS 1INTRODUCTION ........................................................................... 3 2IMPORT ANTSAFETYPRECAUTIONS ...................
3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 3 READ THISMANUALBEFOREOPERA TING YOUR WHEELCHAIR 1 INTRODUCTION Important safety , operating, and maintenance instructions that warrant your attention are included in this user manual.
4 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual The person performing adjustments on the T raveler L4 has the responsi- bility of making certain that the user can safely operate the wheelchair with the adjustments selected.
3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 5 2IMPOR T ANTSAFETYPRECAUTIONS IMPORT ANTSAFETYPRECAUTIONS: AL WA YSFOLLOW THESESAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHENUSING YOUR WHEELCHAIR.
6 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual W ARNING: This wheelchair does not offer seating or occupant restraint equivalent to the seat provided in a motor ve.
3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 7 W ARNING: Do not lean on this wheelchair or use it as a walk- er—these are practices which could result in loss of balance and personal injur y . W ARNING: Do not use your wheelchair on escalators.
8 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 3 GETTINGST ARTED Please familiarize yourself with main components, identified in T raveler L4 illustration below . Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 9 4HANDLING TIPS The Everest & Jennings ® T raveler L4 has been designed and engineered to perform as a stable and well balanced unit when used for its intended purpose.
10 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual REACHING/BENDING W ARNING: Alwa ys turn the casters frontward to provide sta- bility while reaching. If in doubt, ask for assistance or use a device that will extend y our reach without requiring you to shift your w eight.
3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 11 RAMPS ANDINCLINES W ARNING: During descent, the footplates' lowest point should be no closer to the ground than 2-1/2 inches to permit proper clearance. W ARNING: Do not attempt inclines without anti-tipper s installed in the downward position.
12 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual CURBS ANDSTEPS Curbs, steps and stairways are dangerous obstacles that confront the wheelchair user . When you encounter curbs, find a way around, or use the ramps now available in most locations.
3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 13 5 ADJUSTMENTS The T raveler L4 offers several adjustments to make it easier and more comfortable to drive.
14 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual ARMS All T raveler L4 arms feature the flip-back latch (see picture). Fliparmback 1. Press top of latch against arm and lift arm up out of socket. 2. Swing arm up and back.
3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 15 hinge plate swingaway releaselever removefootr est (leftshown) FRONTRIGGING FOOTREST—DET ACHABLE, SWINGAWA Y W ARNING: The footplates' lowest point should be no closer to the ground than 2-1/2 inches, to permit proper clearance.
16 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual footplate hanger adjustment holes locking button latch footplateextension, adjustlength Adjustfootplateextensionlength 1. See picture at right. Loosen latch to free footplate extension inside hanger .
3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 17 hinge plate swingaway releaselever removeelevatinglegr est ELEV A TINGLEGREST—DET ACHABLE, SWINGAW A Y W ARNING: The footplates' lowest point should be no closer to the ground than 2-1/2 inches, to permit proper clearance.
18 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual Adjustlegrestelevation Note: It is possible to RAISE elevating legrest without unlocking legrest release. As a safety feature, however , you must unlock legrest release in order to LOWER elevating legrest.
3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 19 CROSSBRACES Tightencrossbraces M13 wrench, M6 hex key Check the crossbraces to ensure that the bolt and nut securin.
20 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual WHEELLOCKS Adjustwheellocks One M11 wrench 1. Use an M11 wrench to loosen the adjustment bolt until the wheel lock slides on the frame. 2. Place the wheel lock in the locked position and slide it into contact with the tire.
3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 21 6 TRANSPOR TING THE TRAVELERL4 W ARNING: This wheelchair does not offer seating or occupant restraint equival.
22 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual REASSEMBL Y 1. Push down with even pressure on seat rails on both sides. W ARNING: Do not place your hand betw een seat rail and side panel. 2. Push again if seat tubes are not positioned directly upon front seat rail / arm cradles as shown below (arm not shown).
3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 23 7 MAINTENANCE Protect your E&J T raveler L4 by having it serviced regularly . Proper care and maintenance are essential to keep your wheelchair in safe working condition.
24 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Procedur e Perform at least every W eek month 3 months 6 months Check tire wear ✔ Check hand.
3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 25 Checktirewear Examine tires at least once a week for surface wear and cracks and replace them as needed. Replace polyurethane tires when they become loose on the rims or cracks appear .
26 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual Checkupholstery Check upholstery at least once a month. Inspect for rips, tears and worn spots. Ensure that all upholstery-attaching screws are present, properly aligned, and well-secured.
3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 27 Checkfootrests&elevatinglegrests Check footrests and legrests at least once a month. Inspect the locking mechanisms to confirm sure fit. Check for cracks, burrs, or sharp edges, and replace if found.
28 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 8 TROUBLESHOOTING Continual use of your T raveler L4 necessitates maintenance, especially if the factory-set adjustments have been altered. The following trouble- shooting guide lists several common problems that may occur , and offers corrective actions for each.
3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 29 9LIMITED W ARRANTY This warranty has been drafted to comply with the Federal Law applicable to products manufactured after July 4, 1975.
30 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual or defaced. Products subjected to negligence, abuse, misuse, improper operation, improper maintenance, improper cleaning, improper storage, or damages beyond GF Health Products, Inc.
3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 31 10 INDEX A Adjustments13 Anti-tippers, check25 Arm, ipback14 Armheight, adjust.
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Se non hai ancora comprato il E&J 3F02-INS-LAB-REVB10 è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del E&J 3F02-INS-LAB-REVB10 - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso E&J 3F02-INS-LAB-REVB10 imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul E&J 3F02-INS-LAB-REVB10 ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il E&J 3F02-INS-LAB-REVB10, ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del E&J 3F02-INS-LAB-REVB10.
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il E&J 3F02-INS-LAB-REVB10. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo E&J 3F02-INS-LAB-REVB10 insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.
