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E&J Paramount XD User Manual

Manual is about: Everest & Jennings Paramount XD Manual Wheelchair User Manual

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  • Page 1

    Gf0700137reva07 ©gf health products, inc. September 2007 read this manual before operating your wheelchair. Save this manual for future reference. Paramount ™ xd manual wheelchair user manual.

  • Page 2: Contents

    Gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual contents 1introduction...........................................................................3 importantsafetyprecautions..........................................5 3gettingstarted.................................................................

  • Page 3: 1Introduction

    Gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual 3 1introduction important safety, operating, and maintenance instructions that warrant your attention are included in this user manual. Read this entire manual carefully before operating your new wheelchair, keep it handy for future reference, an...

  • Page 4: Product.

    4 gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual paramount xd is a manual, folding, lightweight wheelchair, suit- able for frequent users with a maximum weight capacity of 650 lb (295 kg) who require a lightweight, portable wheelchair, fitted to their anatomy, without the need of customizatio...

  • Page 5: Importantsafetyprecautions

    Gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual 5 importantsafetyprecautions importantsafetyprecautions:alwaysfollowthese safetyprecautionswhenusingyourwheelchair. Failuretodosocouldresultinpersonalinjurytoyou orothersordamagetoyourwheelchair. Safety requires the constant attention of the whee...

  • Page 6

    6 gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual warning: do not attempt inclines without anti-tippers installed. 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). Warning: this wheelchair does not offer seatin...

  • Page 7

    Gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual 7 warning: to reduce the risk of tipping before leaning or reaching forward, sit back in the seat and rotate casters fully toward front of wheelchair. Warning: unauthorized modification or the use of non- everest & jennings replacement parts coul...

  • Page 8: 3Gettingstarted

    8 gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual 3gettingstarted please familiarize yourself with main components, identified in para- mount xd illustration below. Anti-tip cover wheel lock cross brace frame rear wheel caster wheel footrest caster housing caster fork armpad arm seat upholster...

  • Page 9: 4Handlingtips

    Gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual 9 4handlingtips the everest & jennings paramount xd 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 paramount xd over if it is used improperly. ...

  • Page 10: Reaching/bending

    10 gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual reaching/bending warning: always turn the casters frontward to provide sta- bility while reaching. If in doubt, ask for assis- tance or use a device that will extend your reach without requiring you to shift your weight. Although it is not rec...

  • Page 11: Rampsandinclines

    Gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual 11 1. Maneuver the wheelchair as close as possible to the object; the rear wheels will limit how close you can get. 2. Rotate both casters fully forward: go forward, and then back the wheelchair toward the object to swing the casters fully forwar...

  • Page 12: Ascent

    1 gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual ascent lean the upper part of your body slightly forward as you ascend the incline. If it becomes necessary to stop on the incline, avoid any abrupt or sudden forward movement as you resume climbing, this could cause tipping. Descent always fac...

  • Page 13: 5Adjustments

    Gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual 13 5adjustments the paramount xd offers several adjustments to make it easier and more comfortable to drive. Section 7, maintenance, offers preven- tive maintenance suggestions for keeping your wheelchair in excel- lent condition; ensure that all...

  • Page 14: Arms

    14 gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual arms all paramount xd arms are removable. Removearm 1. Depress lower arm release until it unlocks. 2. Hold arm by center of armpad. Lift straight up and off. Attacharm 1. Hold arm by center of armpad. 2. Lower arm straight down into sockets an...

  • Page 15: Frontrigging

    Gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual 15 frontrigging footrest—detachable,swingaway warning: the footplates' lowest point should be no closer to the ground than 2 1 / 2 inches, to permit proper clearance. Warning: do not stand on the footplates; this could cause the wheelchair to tip...

  • Page 16

    16 gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual adjustfootplateextensionlength 1. Remove adjustment knob; this will free footplate extension tube to slide inside footrest hanger tube. 2. Reposition footplate extension in desired position. 3. Reinstall adjustment knob in appropriate adjustme...

  • Page 17: Removeelevatinglegrest

    Gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual 17 elevatinglegrest—detachable,swingaway warning: the footplates' lowest point should be no closer to the ground than 2 1 / 2 inches, to permit proper clearance. Warning: do not stand on the footplates; this could cause the wheelchair to tip. Rem...

  • Page 18: Adjustlegrestelevation

    18 gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual adjustlegrestelevation note: itispossibletoraiseelevatinglegrestwithoutunlock- inglegrestrelease.Asasafetyfeature,however,you mustunlocklegrestreleaseinordertolowerelevat- inglegrest. 1. To release elevation lock, pull legrest release lever up...

  • Page 19: Crossbraces

    Gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual 19 adjustelevatinglegrestpanelposition the legrest panel has three mounting positions one inch apart on legrest tube. Refer to picture at right. To adjust: 1. Rotate legrest panel / hinge plate assembly on legrest tube so that legrest tube stop i...

  • Page 20: Wheellocks

    0 gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual wheellocks adjustwheellocks one3/8"wrench 1. Use a 7/16" wrench to loosen the two clamp bolts until the 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...

  • Page 21: Reassembly

    Gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual 1 6transportingthee&jparamountxd warning: this wheelchair does not offer seating or occu- pant restraint equivalent to the seat provided in a motor vehicle! To increase your safety while traveling in a motor vehicle, always transfer to the vehicl...

  • Page 22: 7Maintenance

    Gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual 7maintenance protect your e&j paramount xd by having it serviced regularly. Prop- er care and maintenance are essential to keep your wheelchair in safe working condition. Periodic inspection, adjustment, and replace- ment of worn parts will provi...

  • Page 23: Listoftools

    Gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual 3 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 upholst...

  • Page 24: Checktirewear

    4 gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual dealer with any questions or concerns regarding the safe operation and maintenance of your wheelchair. Regular maintenance is essen- tial for your safety and continued operation of your wheelchair. Checktirewear examine tires at least once a we...

  • Page 25: Checkupholstery

    Gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual 5 checkupholstery check upholstery at least once a month. Inspect for rips, tears and worn spots. Ensure that all upholstery-attaching screws are pres- ent, properly aligned, and well-secured. Use a phillips screwdriver to tighten upholstery moun...

  • Page 26: Cleaningyourparamountxd

    6 gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual checkfootrests&elevatinglegrests check footrests and legrests at least once a month. Inspect the lock- ing mechanisms to confirm sure fit. Check for cracks, burrs, or sharp edges, and replace if found. Ensure that the footrest or legrest will a...

  • Page 27: 8Troubleshooting

    Gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual 7 8troubleshooting continual use of your paramount xd necessitates maintenance, especially if the factory-set adjustments have been altered. The fol- lowing troubleshooting guide lists several common problems that may occur, and offers corrective...

  • Page 28

    8 gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual warning: unauthorized modification or the use of non- everest & jennings replacement parts could change the structure of the wheelchair, void the warranty, and create a hazardous condition, which could result in serious personal injury..

  • Page 29: 9Limitedwarranty

    Gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual 9 9limitedwarranty 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 purc...

  • Page 30

    30 gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual limitationsandexclusions:theforegoingwarrantyshallnot applytoserialnumberedproductsiftheserialnumberhasbeenre- movedordefaced.Productssubjectedtonegligence,abuse,misuse, improperoperation,impropermaintenance,impropercleaning,im- properstorage,...

  • Page 31: 10  Index

    Gf0700137reva07,september007•paramountxdowner’smanual 31 10 index a adjustments13 anti-tippers,check4 arm,attach14 arm,remove14 arms,check5 b backposts,check5 balance9 c casters13 casterstems,check6 caution, significance 4 cleaningyourparamountxd6 crossbraces,tighten19 curbsandsteps1 e elevatinglegr...

  • Page 32: Corporate Headquarters:

    Corporate headquarters: gf health products 2935 northeast parkway atlanta, georgia 30360 u.S.A. Telephone: 800-347-5678, 770-447-1609 fax: 800-726-0601, 678-291-3232 www.Grahamfield.Com everest & jennings, e&j, gf and graham-field are registered trademarks, and paramount is a trademark, of gf health...