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E&J EJ777-1 Operation Manual

Manual is about: Bariatric Transport Chair

Summary of EJ777-1

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    Gf0500090revb07 © gf health products, inc. October 2007 ej777-1 transport chair user and attendant: read this manual before operating the transport chair. Save this manual for future reference. Ej777-1 bariatric transport chair operation manual.

  • Page 2: Contents

    Gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair contents 1 introduction........................................................................................................3 intendeduse....................................................................................................3 statementsofsignific...

  • Page 3: 1 Introduction

    Gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair 3 1 introduction thank you for choosing an everest & jennings® product. We at graham-field health products wish to assure you of our continuing commitment to provide innovation and quality in our products. Important safety, operating, and maintenance instruc- ti...

  • Page 4: Statementsofsignificance

    4 gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair statementsofsignificance please note the following special statements, used throughout this manual, and their significance: note:providesapplicationrecommendationsorotherusefulinformationtoensurethat yougetthemostfromyourproduct. ▲ caution:indicatesapotentialh...

  • Page 5: Importantsafetyprecautions

    Gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair 5 importantsafetyprecautions importantsafetyprecautions:alwaysfollowthesesafetypre- cautionswhenusingyourej777-1transportchair.Failuretodo socouldresultinpersonalinjurytoyouorothersordamageto yourtransportchair. Safety requires the constant attention of the tran...

  • Page 6

    6 gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair warning: do not tie down or attach anything to the wheels. This could cause tipping and possibly result in injury or damage to the transport chair. Warning: the footplates' lowest point should clear the ground by at least 2 1 / 2 inches, to permit proper clear...

  • Page 7: 3 Gettingstarted

    Gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair 7 3 gettingstarted please familiarize yourself with main components, identified in ej777-1 transport chair illustration below. Carrying strap positioning belt armpad arm seat upholstery footrest cross brace (with serial number label) caster socket footplate cast...

  • Page 8: 4 Handlingtips

    8 gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair 4 handlingtips the everest & jennings ej777-1 transport chair 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 transport chair over if it is used improperly. W...

  • Page 9: Transferactivities

    Gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair 9 transferactivities warning: always ensure that the transport chair is on a stable, level surface and engage the wheel locks before transfer. Warning: do not step on the footplates; this could cause the transport chair to tip. Fold them up, and either detach th...

  • Page 10: Rampsandinclines

    10 gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair rampsandinclines warning: during descent, the footplates' lowest point should be no closer to the ground than 2 1/2 inches to permit proper clearance. Warning: do not attempt any incline or decline of more than 6 degrees (10% grade, or one foot of rise or fal...

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    Gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair 11 forattendant:curbascentfacingforward 1. If equipped with anti-tippers, remove them tempo- rarily. 2. Ensure that the hand grips are securely fastened and do not turn or slip. 3. Stand behind the transport chair, holding the hand grips, facing the curb. 4. Adv...

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    1 gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair forattendant:curbdescent 1. If equipped with anti-tippers, remove them tem- porarily. 2. Ensure that the hand grips are securely fastened and do not turn or slip. 3. Stand behind the transport chair, holding the hand grips, with your back to the curb. 4. Look ...

  • Page 13: 5 Adjustments

    Gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair 13 5 adjustments the ej777-1 transport chair offers several adjustments to make it easier and more comfortable to operate. Section 7, maintenance, offers preventive maintenance suggestions for keeping your transport chair in excellent condition; ensure that all ...

  • Page 14: Arm

    14 gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair arm rotatearmbackwardfortransfer(seepicturesbelow) to rotate the arm backward for transfer: 1. Rotate the release lever down. 2. Hold arm by the front post and rotate it backward. Arm, locked arm, unlocked arm, rotated release lever front post front post rele...

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    Gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair 15 footrest—detachable,swingaway warning: do not stand on the footplates; this could cause the transport chair to tip. Removefootrestfortransfer (seepictureatright) 1. Pull swingaway release lever toward front of transport chair and swing footrest out- ward. 2. ...

  • Page 16: Attendantwheellocks

    16 gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair attendant wheel lock, unlocked attendant wheel lock, temporarily locked lower grip push handle attendant wheel lock, unlocked attendant wheel lock, indefinitely locked lower grip push handle attendantwheellocks warning: wheel locks are not brakes. Do not use ...

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    Gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair 17 6 transportingtheej777-1transportchair preparingtheej777-1fortransport warning: this transport chair does not offer seating or occupant restraint equiva- lent to the seat provided in a motor vehicle! To increase your safety while traveling in a motor vehicle,...

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    18 gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair storeinthebackseat 1. Move the front seat as far forward as possible. 2. Hold the folded transport chair by the push handles, facing toward the open car door. 3. Tilt the transport chair backward and roll it forward on the rear wheels. 4. Push the transport c...

  • Page 19: 7 Maintenance

    Gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair 19 7 maintenance protect your e&j ej777-1 transport chair by having it serviced regularly. Proper care and maintenance are essential to keep your transport chair in safe working condi- tion. Periodic inspection, adjustment, and replacement of worn parts will pro...

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    0 gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair maintenance schedule procedure perform at least every week month 3 months 6 months check tire wear ✔ check wheel lock engagement ✔ check anti-tippers (optional) ✔ wipe off frame with soft cloth ✔ check handgrips ✔ check upholstery ✔ check rear wheel adjustment...

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    Gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair 1 checkwheellockengagement check wheel lock engagement at least once a week. If a wheel lock is worn or dam- aged, have your graham-field dealer replace it immediately. Inspect the hardware for looseness or signs of wear. Ensure that the locking mechanism operat...

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    Gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair checkarms check arms at least once a month. Inspect for sharp edges or cracks which could weaken the arm, and replace if found. Ensure that all attaching screws are present and tight. Use a phillips screwdriver to tighten arm pad mounting screws. Check for burrs...

  • Page 23: 8 Troubleshooting

    Gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair 3 8 troubleshooting continual use of your transport chair 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 actions for e...

  • Page 24: 9 Specifications

    4 gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair 9 specifications the everest & jennings ej777-1 transport chair has the following parameters: seat width 24 inches (61 cm) seat depth 16 inches (40.6 cm) seat to floor height 20 inches (50.8 cm) back height 19 inches (48.3 cm) overall length 40 inches (101.6 c...

  • Page 25: 10 Limitedwarranty

    Gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair 5 10 limitedwarranty this warranty has been drafted to comply with the federal law applicable to prod- ucts manufactured after july 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/consumer or dealer/non-consumer and to no other purchaser or tra...

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    6 gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair warrantyshallalsonotapplytoproductsmodifiedwithoutgfhealthproducts, inc.’sexpresswrittenconsent;norshallitapplyifpartsnotmanufacturedbygf healthproducts,inc.,orifpartsnotcomplyingwithoriginalequipmentspecifica- tionsareaddedtogfhealthproducts,inc.Products;orif...

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    Gf0500090revb07•ej777-1transportchair 7 11index a adjustments 13 anti-tippers, check 21 arm, adjustment 14 arm, rotate backward 14 arm, rotate forward 14 arms, check 22 attendant wheel locks, adjust 16 b backposts, check 22 balance 8 c casters, adjust 13 caster stems, check 22 caution statement, sig...

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