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E&J Advantage Recliner User Manual

Manual is about: Everest & Jennings Advantage Recliner Manual Wheelchair

Summary of Advantage Recliner

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    3k01-ins-lab-reva12 © gf health products, inc. Read this manual before operating your wheelchair. Save this manual for future use. The most current version of this manual can be found online at www.Grahamfield.Com. Recliner manual wheelchair user manual.

  • Page 2: Contents

    2 3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual contents 1introduction...........................................................................3 2importantsafetyprecautions..........................................5 3gettingstarted....................................................................

  • Page 3: 1Introduction

    3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 3 readthismanualbeforeoperatingyourwheelchair 1introduction important safety, operating, and maintenance instructions that warrant your attention are included in this user manual. Read the entire manual carefully before operating your new wheelchair, a...

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    4 3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual the person performing adjustments on the advantage recliner has the responsibility of making certain that the user can safely operate the wheelchair with the adjustments selected. This person must evaluate the user's ability, weight, physical conditi...

  • Page 5: 2Importantsafetyprecautions

    3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 5 2importantsafetyprecautions importantsafetyprecautions:alwaysfollowthesesafety precautionswhenusingyourwheelchair.Failuretodo socouldresultinpersonalinjurytoyouorothersor damagetoyourwheelchair. Safety requires the constant attention of the wheelchai...

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    6 3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual warning:thiswheelchairdoesnotofferseatingoroccupant restraintequivalenttotheseatprovidedinamotorvehicle!To increaseyoursafetywhiletravelinginamotorvehicle,always transfertothevehicleseatandusetherestraintprovidedby thevehiclemanufacturer. Warning:don...

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    3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 7 warning:donotleanonthiswheelchairoruseitasa walker—thesearepracticeswhichcouldresultinlossof balanceandpersonalinjury. Warning:donotuseyourwheelchaironescalators. Warning:wheellocksarenotbrakes.Donotusethewheel lockstoslowdownyourwheelchair,orwhileth...

  • Page 8: 3Gettingstarted

    8 3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 3gettingstarted please familiarize yourself with main components, identified in advantage recliner illustration below. Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. Crossbrace armpad headrest back upholstery arm seat upholstery ele...

  • Page 9: Operationofrecliner

    3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 9 operationofrecliner loweringandraisingrecliningback warning:ifyouareloweringorraisingtherecliningbackwhile theuserisseatedintheadvantagerecliner,takecarenotto letthebackdrop.Thiscouldcauseseriouspersonalinjury. Warning:donotoperatewheelchairunlesssea...

  • Page 10: 4Handlingtips

    10 3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 4handlingtips the everest & jennings advantage recliner has been designed and engineered to perform as a stable and well balanced unit when used for its intended purpose. However, it is possible to tip the advantage recliner over if it is used impro...

  • Page 11: Reaching/bending

    3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 11 reaching/bending warning:alwaysturnthecastersfrontwardtoprovide stabilitywhilereaching.Ifindoubt,askforassistanceorusea devicethatwillextendyourreachwithoutrequiringyoutoshift yourweight. Although it is not recommended, you may find it occasionally ...

  • Page 12: Rampsandinclines

    12 3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual rampsandinclines warning:duringdescent,thefootplates'lowestpointshould benoclosertothegroundthan2 1 / 2 inchestopermitproper clearance. Warning:donotattemptinclineswithoutanti-tippersinstalled inthedownwardposition.Donotattemptanyinclineordecline of...

  • Page 13: Curbsandsteps

    3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 13 curbsandsteps 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. If you encounter steps and there is no ramp available,...

  • Page 14: 5Adjustments

    14 3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 5adjustments the advantage recliner offers several adjustments to make it easier and more comfortable to drive. Section 7, maintenance, offers preventive maintenance suggestions for keeping your wheelchair in excellent condition; ensure that all com...

  • Page 15: Rearwheels&casters

    3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 15 rearwheels&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 authorized distributor when your rear wheels or casters need ...

  • Page 16: Arms

    16 3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual arms info: fixed arms are not removable. Only detachable advantage recliner arms, as shown below, are removable. Removearm 1. Depress arm release pin until it unlocks. 2. Hold arm by center of armpad. Lift straight up and off. Installarm hold arm by...

  • Page 17: Frontrigging

    3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 17 frontrigging elevatinglegrest—detachable,swingaway warning:thefootplates'lowestpointshouldbenocloserto thegroundthan2 1 / 2 inches,topermitproperclearance. Warning:donotstandonthefootplates;thiscouldcausethe wheelchairtotip. Removeelevating legrest ...

  • Page 18: Adjustlegrestelevation

    18 3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual adjustlegrestelevation info: 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. 1. To release elevation lock, pull legrest r...

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    3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 19 adjustlegrestfootplateextensionlength see picture at right. 1. Loosen latch to free footplate extension inside legrest hanger. 2. Press down on the locking buttons and adjust the footplate to the desired length. Ensure that the locking buttons are c...

  • Page 20: Crossbraces

    20 3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual crossbraces tightencrossbraces m13 wrench, m5 hex key check the crossbraces to ensure that the bolt and nut securing both crossbraces in the center of the wheelchair are secure (crossbraces should be loose enough to fold easily, yet snug enough to t...

  • Page 21: Wheellocks

    3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 21 wheellocks adjustwheellocks m10 wrench 1. Use an m10 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. 3. Place the wheel lock in th...

  • Page 22: 6Maintenance

    22 3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 6maintenance protect your e&j advantage recliner by having it serviced regularly. Proper care and maintenance are essential to keep your wheelchair in safe working condition. Periodic inspection, adjustment, and replacement of worn parts will provid...

  • Page 23: Listoftools

    3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 23 maintenance schedule procedure perform at least every week month 3 months 6 months check tire wear ✔ check handrims ✔ check wheel lock engagement ✔ check anti-tippers (optional) ✔ wipe off frame with soft cloth ✔ check handgrips ✔ check upholstery ✔...

  • Page 24: Checktirewear

    24 3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual checktirewear examine tires at least once a week for surface wear and cracks and replace them as needed. Replace tires when they become loose on the rims or cracks appear. Checkhandrims check handrims at least once a week. Inspect each handrim for r...

  • Page 25: Checkupholstery

    3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 25 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. Use a phillips screwdriver to tighten upholstery mounting sc...

  • Page 26: Checkelevatinglegrests

    26 3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual checkelevatinglegrests check elevating 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. Ensure that the legrest will automatically lock securely in pla...

  • Page 27: 7Troubleshooting

    3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 27 7troubleshooting continual use of your advantage recliner necessitates maintenance, especially if the factory-set adjustments have been altered. The following troubleshooting guide lists several common problems that may occur, and offers corrective ...

  • Page 28: 8Limitedwarranty

    28 3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 8limitedwarranty this warranty has been drafted to comply with the federal law applicable to products manufactured after july 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/consumer or dealer/non-consumer and to no other purchaser...

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    3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 29 this warranty shall be limited to such repair, replacement, credit and / or refund. This warranty does not include any labor charges incurred in replacement part(s) installation or any associated freight or shipping charges to the manufacturer. Limi...

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    30 3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual the warranties contained herein contain all the representations and warranties with respect to the subject matter of this document, and supersede all prior negotiations, agreements and understandings with respect thereto. The recipient of this docum...

  • Page 31: 9  Index

    3k01-ins-lab-reva12•advantagereclinerusermanual 31 9 index a adjustments14 advantagerecliner,illustration8 anti-tippers,check24 arm,install16 arm,remove16 arms,check25 b backposts,check25 balance10 c casters15 casterstems,check26 cautionstatement,significance4 cleaningyouradvantagerecliner26 crossbr...

  • Page 32: 2935 Northeast Parkway

    Gf health products, inc. ("graham-field") 2935 northeast parkway atlanta, georgia 30360 usa tel: 770-368-4700 fax: 770-368-2386 www.Grahamfield.Com made in china.