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E&J Traveler L4 User Manual

Summary of Traveler L4

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    3f02-ins-lab-revb10 © 2010 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 manual wheelchair user manual.

  • Page 2: Contents

    2 3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual contents 1introduction ...........................................................................3 2importantsafetyprecautions ..........................................5 3gettingstarted ..............................................................

  • Page 3: 1  Introduction

    3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 3 readthismanualbeforeoperatingyourwheelchair 1 introduction 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 wheelchai...

  • Page 4

    4 3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual the person performing adjustments on the traveler l4 has the responsi- bility of making certain that the user can safely operate the wheelchair with the adjustments selected. This person must evaluate the user's abil- ity, weight, physical conditi...

  • Page 5: 2Importantsafetyprecautions

    3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 5 2importantsafetyprecautions importantsafetyprecautions:alwaysfollowthesesafety precautionswhenusingyourwheelchair.Failuretodo socouldresultinpersonalinjurytoyouorothersor damagetoyourwheelchair. Safety requires the constant attention of the wheelc...

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    6 3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual warning: this wheelchair does not offer seating or occupant restraint equivalent to the seat provided in a motor vehicle! To increase your safety while traveling in a motor vehicle, always transfer to the vehicle seat and use the restraint provide...

  • Page 7

    3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 7 warning: 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 injury. Warning: do not use your wheelchair on escalators. Warning: wheel locks are not brakes. Do not use the w...

  • Page 8: 3  Gettingstarted

    8 3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 3 gettingstarted please familiarize yourself with main components, identified in traveler l4 illustration below. Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. Anti-tipper (optional) wheel lock cross brace frame rear wheel caster...

  • Page 9: 4Handlingtips

    3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 9 4handlingtips the everest & jennings ® traveler l4 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 traveler l4 over if it is used improperly. We ...

  • Page 10: Reaching/bending

    10 3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual reaching/bending warning: always turn the casters frontward to provide sta- bility while reaching. If in doubt, ask for assistance or use a device that will extend your reach without requiring you to shift your weight. Although it is not recommen...

  • Page 11: Rampsandinclines

    3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 11 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 inclines without anti-tippers installed in the downward position. Do no...

  • Page 12: Curbsandsteps

    12 3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 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 availab...

  • Page 13: 5  Adjustments

    3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 13 5 adjustments the traveler l4 offers several adjustments to make it easier and more comfortable to drive. Section 7, maintenance, offers preventive main- tenance suggestions for keeping your wheelchair in excellent condition; ensure that all comp...

  • Page 14: Arms

    14 3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual arms all traveler 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. Lockarm push front of arm down into socket until it locks into place. Warn...

  • Page 15: Frontrigging

    3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 15 hinge plate swingaway release lever remove footrest (left shown) 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 sta...

  • Page 16

    16 3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual footplate hanger adjustment holes locking button latch footplate extension, adjust length adjustfootplateextensionlength 1. See picture at right. Loosen latch to free footplate extension inside hanger. 2. Press down on the lock- ing button and ad...

  • Page 17: Removeelevatinglegrest

    3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 17 hinge plate swingaway release lever remove elevating legrest 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...

  • Page 18: Adjustlegrestelevation

    18 3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 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. 1. To release elevation lock, pull legres...

  • Page 19: Crossbraces

    3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 19 crossbraces tightencrossbraces m13 wrench, m6 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 t...

  • Page 20: Wheellocks

    20 3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 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. 3. Place the wheel loc...

  • Page 21

    3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 21 6 transportingthetravelerl4 warning: this wheelchair does not offer seating or occupant restraint equivalent to the seat provided in a motor vehicle! To increase your safety while traveling in a motor vehicle, always transfer to the vehicle seat ...

  • Page 22: Reassembly

    22 3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual reassembly 1. Push down with even pressure on seat rails on both sides. Warning: do not place your hand between seat rail and side panel. 2. Push again if seat tubes are not positioned directly upon front seat rail / arm cradles as shown below (a...

  • Page 23: 7  Maintenance

    3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 23 7 maintenance protect your e&j traveler l4 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 provide m...

  • Page 24: Listoftools

    24 3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 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 upholster...

  • Page 25: Checktirewear

    3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 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. Checkhandrims check handrims at least once a week. Inspect ea...

  • Page 26: Checkupholstery

    26 3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 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 up- holstery mounti...

  • Page 27: Cleaningyourtravelerl4

    3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 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. Ensure that the footrest or legrest will autom...

  • Page 28: 8  Troubleshooting

    28 3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 8 troubleshooting continual use of your traveler 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 a...

  • Page 29: 9Limitedwarranty

    3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 29 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 purcha...

  • Page 30

    30 3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual or defaced. Products subjected to negligence, abuse, misuse, improper operation, improper maintenance, improper cleaning, improper storage, or damages beyond gf health products, inc.'s control are not covered by this warranty, and that evaluation...

  • Page 31: 10 Index

    3f02-ins-lab-revb10,march2010•travelerl4usermanual 31 10 index a adjustments13 anti-tippers,check25 arm,flipback14 armheight,adjust14 arm,lock14 arms,check26 b backposts,check26 balance9 c casters13 casterstems,check27 caution,significance4 cleaningyourtravelerl427 crossbraces,tighten19 curbsandstep...

  • Page 32: Usa Corporate Headquarters:

    Usa corporate headquarters: gf health products, inc. 2935 northeast parkway atlanta, georgia 30360 usa tel: 800-347-5678, 770-447-1609 fax: 800-726-0601, 678-291-3232 www.Grahamfield.Com.