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Freedom Designs CGX Operating Manual

Manual is about: Freedom CGX Center of Gravity Tilt in Space Wheelchair

Summary of CGX

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    Freedom designs, inc. 2241 madera rd., simi valley, ca 93065 (800)331-8551 (805) 582-0077 fax (888) 582-1509 www.Freedomdesigns.Com operating manual 06/01/08 □ with transport package □ without transport package supplier: this manual must be given to the user/caregiver of this wheelchair rider: befor...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    1 05/15/08 introduction congratulations on your purchase of the freedom designs, inc. Freedom cgx™ wheelchair. These chairs combine state-of-the-art technology with durability and functionality to meet all of your changing needs. This operating manual provides you with a detailed guide for proper as...

  • Page 4: Table of Contents

    Freedom designs, inc. 2241 madera rd. Simi valley, ca. 93065 800-331-8551 fax 888-582-1509 www.Freedomdesigns.Com 2 table of contents page # introduction 1 table of contents 2-3 general warnings 4-6 weight limit 4 every wheelchair is different 4 reduction of risk of an accident 4 safety checklist 4 ...

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    3 05/15/08 page # quick release axles 14 large drive wheels 14 wheel locks 15 modified seating systems 15 upholstery fabric 15 initial inspection checklist 16 specifications 17 features 18 unfolding the freedom cgx 19 folding the freedom cgx 20 main frame 21-25 1. Anti-tips 21 2. Wheels & tires 21 3...

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    Freedom designs, inc. 2241 madera rd. Simi valley, ca. 93065 800-331-8551 fax 888-582-1509 www.Freedomdesigns.Com 4 general warnings warnings & caution statements included in this manual describe conditions and unsafe practices which might result in bodily injury or property damage. Read this entire...

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    5 05/15/08 if you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over, or loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others. Environmental conditions 1. Use extra care if you must ride your chair on a wet or slick surface. Ask for help, if you are in doubt. 2. ...

  • Page 8: Warning: Falls & Tip-Overs

    Freedom designs, inc. 2241 madera rd. Simi valley, ca. 93065 800-331-8551 fax 888-582-1509 www.Freedomdesigns.Com 6 if you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over, or loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others. If your chair is equipped with ...

  • Page 9

    7 05/15/08 if you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over, or loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others. Dressing or changing clothes your weight may shift if you dress or change clothes while seated in this chair. To reduce the risk of a fa...

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    Freedom designs, inc. 2241 madera rd. Simi valley, ca. 93065 800-331-8551 fax 888-582-1509 www.Freedomdesigns.Com 8 5. If you must reach or lean: a. Do not lock the drive wheels. This creates a tip point and makes a fall or tip-over more likely. B. Do not put pressure on the footrests. Note: leaning...

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    9 05/15/08 warning: warning: slope. If you go too fast, you may lose control. C. Ask for help any time you are in doubt. 9. For your safety, ramps at home and work must meet all legal requirements for your area. We recommend: a. Width: at least four feet wide. B. Guardrails. To reduce the risk of a ...

  • Page 12: Warning: For Safe Use

    Freedom designs, inc. 2241 madera rd. Simi valley, ca. 93065 800-331-8551 fax 888-582-1509 www.Freedomdesigns.Com 10 a fall or tip-over is likely. 5. Be aware that the impact of dropping down from a curb or step can damage your chair or loosen fasteners. If you fail to heed these warnings, damage to...

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    11 05/15/08 descending a curb or single step follow these steps to help a rider descend a curb or single step going down backward: 1. Stay at the rear of the chair. 2. Several feet before you reach the edge of the curb or step, turn the chair around and pull it backward. 3. While looking over your s...

  • Page 14: Warning:

    Freedom designs, inc. 2241 madera rd. Simi valley, ca. 93065 800-331-8551 fax 888-582-1509 www.Freedomdesigns.Com 12 tilting seat 1. Set wheel lock prior to seat tilt adjustment. 2. Make sure that the floor surface is level when adjusting tilt. 3. Keep both hands on handgrips while using your right ...

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    13 05/15/08 caution must always be used when tipping the wheelchair backward. Armrests armrests may detach or flip up and will not bear weight of this chair. 1. Never lift this chair by the armrests. They may come loose or break. 2. Lift this chair only by non-detachable parts of the frame. If you f...

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    Freedom designs, inc. 2241 madera rd. Simi valley, ca. 93065 800-331-8551 fax 888-582-1509 www.Freedomdesigns.Com 14 the rider may suffer chest compression or suffocate due to pressure from the belts. 2. The belts must be snug, but must not be so tight that they interfere with breathing. You should ...

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    15 05/15/08 if you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over, or loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others. Wheel locks wheel locks are not designed to slow or stop a moving wheelchair. Use the wheel locks only to keep the drive wheels from ro...

  • Page 18: Initial Inspection Checklist

    Freedom designs, inc. 2241 madera rd. Simi valley, ca. 93065 800-331-8551 fax 888-582-1509 www.Freedomdesigns.Com 16 initial inspection checklist the freedom cgx™ is shipped in the following fashion: 1. The main frame with backposts, casters, tires, with quick release axles, armrests* and footrests....

  • Page 19: Freedom Cgx

    17 05/15/08 *overall frame width and depth dependent on frame size ordered **up charge item center of gravity tilt in space—rigid frame 31” (does not include anti-tips) narrow: 10” - 14”, medium: 12” - 16”, wide: 14” - 18” short: 10”-14”, medium: 12” - 16”, long: 14” - 18” short 21”, med 24”, tall 2...

  • Page 20: Features

    Freedom designs, inc. 2241 madera rd. Simi valley, ca. 93065 800-331-8551 fax 888-582-1509 www.Freedomdesigns.Com 18 features 1. Frame 2. Seat frame 3. Backpost 4. Backpost pivot plate 5. Backpost trigger mechanism 6. Caster wheel 7. Caster fork 8. Seating 9. Footrest assembly 10. Tilt mechanism 11....

  • Page 21: Unfolding The Freedom

    19 05/15/08 for ease of transporting and lifting, the chair back can easily be unfolded and folded. Always engage the wheel locks by pushing forward or pulling back on the levers before unfolding the chair. (see page 35). 1. Place wheels on quick release axles and push into axle receiver on frame un...

  • Page 22: Folding The Freedom

    Freedom designs, inc. 2241 madera rd. Simi valley, ca. 93065 800-331-8551 fax 888-582-1509 www.Freedomdesigns.Com 20 1. Set wheel locks. 2. Flip back the armrests to the upright position. 3. Pull up on the trigger mechanism for the back posts and push the backposts to the flat posi- tion over the se...

  • Page 23: Main Frame

    21 05/15/08 main frame anti-tip device flip-up, removable anti-tip levers come standard on the freedom cgx™ . The anti-tip levers are preset at the factory. The anti-tips may be adjusted vertically (see “anti-tip adjustment”, page 27). They can also be flipped up out of the way or removed. To flip t...

  • Page 24: Main Frame

    Freedom designs, inc. 2241 madera rd. Simi valley, ca. 93065 800-331-8551 fax 888-582-1509 www.Freedomdesigns.Com 22 main frame angle adjustable footboard 1. To attach the footboard to the frame, place the f o o t board clamps on the frame. Set the clamps at the desired height. Insert the receiver i...

  • Page 25: Main Frame

    23 05/15/08 angle adjustable footboard……. 5. To change the height of the footboard on the frame, loosen the 2 hex head screws on footboard frame clamps. Set the desired height and tighten. Warning: in all footplate and hanger adjustments, be sure that all screws are tightened securely for your safet...

  • Page 26: Main Frame

    Freedom designs, inc. 2241 madera rd. Simi valley, ca. 93065 800-331-8551 fax 888-582-1509 www.Freedomdesigns.Com 24 main frame 2. Grasp the frame with one hand. 3. With the other hand, squeeze the quick release button. 4. The wheel will then pull off easily. Warning: the axle is not properly locked...

  • Page 27: Main Frame

    25 05/15/08 main frame wheel locks the freedom cgx™ comes standard with push or pull to lock wheel locks or hub locks. Push or pull to lock wheel locks to lock wheels in place: 1. Grasp the lever of the wheel lock with your hand. 2. Push lever forward (push to lock) or pull lever back (pull to lock)...

  • Page 28: Adjustments

    Freedom designs, inc. 2241 madera rd. Simi valley, ca. 93065 800-331-8551 fax 888-582-1509 www.Freedomdesigns.Com 26 cgx folding back the freedom cgx™ comes standard with a folding back. 1. To fold the back down, pull upward on the trigger while pushing backposts forward toward seat. 2. To place the...

  • Page 29: Adjustments

    27 05/15/08 adjustments caster fork adjustment interchanging casters can easily be done with dual hole caster forks. Currently, 5” & 6” casters are available for use. To adjust, loosen the bolt and remove the caster. Change the caster and/or position the caster upward or downward in pre- drilled hol...

  • Page 30: Adjustments

    Freedom designs, inc. 2241 madera rd. Simi valley, ca. 93065 800-331-8551 fax 888-582-1509 www.Freedomdesigns.Com 28 adjustments tilting the freedom cgx™ with the chair on a level surface: 1. Set the wheel locks. 2. Hold the handgrips with both hands. 3. Press down and hold the foot tilt lever with ...

  • Page 31: Cleaning

    29 05/15/08 cleaning it is important for optimum performance to clean and maintain your freedom cgx™ . We recommend that the frame finish be cleaned with mild soap and water. Maintenance 1. In order to operate the freedom cgx™ properly and safely, routine maintenance will extend the life and efficie...

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    Freedom designs, inc. 2241 madera rd. Simi valley, ca. 93065 800-331-8551 fax 888-582-1509 www.Freedomdesigns.Com 30 troubleshooting all freedom cgx™ wheelchairs leave the factory inspected and adjusted for immediate use, (aside from the unfolding procedure). This troubleshooting chart offers some s...

  • Page 33: Summary

    31 05/15/08 summary congratulations on your freedom cgx ™ purchase. Following is a brief summary to refer to if you have any questions. Remember: the entire operating manual should be read before your new chair is used. For any questions, please call your authorized free- dom designs, inc. Dealer or...

  • Page 34: Limited Warranty

    Freedom designs, inc. 2241 madera rd. Simi valley, ca. 93065 800-331-8551 fax 888-582-1509 www.Freedomdesigns.Com 32 limited warranty freedom designs, inc. Warrants the freedom cgx™ frame and quick release axles on all models against defects in material and workmanship for a lifetime of the original...

  • Page 35: Index

    33 05/15/08 index anti-tip device 12,21,27 armrests 13 armrest adjustments 26 backposts 26 backpost pivot plate 26 casters 24 caster forks 24 center of balance 6-8 cleaning 29 climbing a curb or step 11 climbing stairs 11 curbs & steps 9,10 cushion 13 depth 17 descending a curb or step 11 descending...

  • Page 36: Freedom Designs, Inc.

    Freedom designs, inc. 2241 madera road ● simi valley, california 93065 usa (805) 582-0077 ● (800) 331-8551 ● fax (888) 582-1509 website: www.Freedomdesigns.Com.