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- RADCLIFFE REHABILITATION SERVICES
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- Shadow 4
- User/carer Handbook
RADCLIFFE REHABILITATION SERVICES Shadow 4 User/carer Handbook
Summary of Shadow 4
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28 the radcliffe wheelbase the radcliffe shadow wheelbase & shadow classic user / carer handbook version 6 i.M.22 december 2006.
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2 the radcliffe wheelbase contents section title 1 wheelbase chassis number & supply information 2 take care ! - important information 3 introduction 4 wheelbase parts identification 5 tilt-in-space facility 6 seating system 7 operating and applying brakes 8 unfolding the wheelbase 9 folding the whe...
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26 the radcliffe wheelbase 3 user/carer handbook 1 radcliffe wheelbase chassis number & supply information wheelbase chassis number _____________________________________________________________________________ date supplied by radcliffe _______________________________________________________________...
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4 the radcliffe wheelbase 2 take care ! - important information 2.1 tilt mechanism • the gas struts should have been adjusted to the correct setting, for the combined weight of the user and the seating system. If the gas strut setting is wrong this could make it difficult to operate the chassis and ...
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24 the radcliffe wheelbase 23 general advice ensure that clothes, covers or rugs are kept clear from the wheels and tilt mechanism. Avoid sudden movements and advise the occupant when you are changing the tilt po- sition of the wheelbase. Be sure to put both brakes on before attempting to lift the o...
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6 the radcliffe wheelbase introduction /continued if there is a marked change in the user’s weight, or the wheelbase is reassigned to an- other user, we would recommend you telephone the wheelchair centre to check that the gas strut setting is correct. Details on weight and gas strut settings are sh...
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22 the radcliffe wheelbase 17.5 availability the restraint systems are available from unwins safety systems, c n unwin ltd. Unwin house, the horseshoe, coat road, martock, somerset ta12 6ey telephone +44 (0)1935 827740, fax: +44 (0) 1935 827760 the retrofit transport kit is available from radcliffe ...
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8 the radcliffe wheelbase classic wheelbase parts identification 1 footrest fixing position 5 rear wheel adjustment 2 armrest socket 6 gas strut 3 brake lever 7 silver gas strut pedal 4 bell crank pivot point 8 black tipping foot lever 1 2 3 5 4 6 7 8 21 user/carer handbook 17.2 four point webbing s...
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20 the radcliffe wheelbase 17 transportation this information refers to the radcliffe shadow4 wheelbase. You should refer to the seating system manufacturer for specific transport restraint system advice for the chair occupant. It is essential that the wheelbase is restrained for transporting. A hea...
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10 the radcliffe wheelbase 6 seating system your wheelbase has been supplied with the seating system fitted. If it is a requirement to have the seat re- moved from the wheelbase check with your wheelchair service to identify what type of interface has been used to secure the seat to the wheelbase. I...
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18 the radcliffe wheelbase 14 adjusting telescopic push handles the push handles allow an extra 160 mm of height adjustment and can be folded down independently. To fold and unfold the push handles refer to folding the wheelbase page 11, section 8. To adjust the height : • unlock the tri-wheel knob ...
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12 the radcliffe wheelbase 8 unfolding the wheelbase • standing behind the wheelbase, make sure the brakes are on (pull the brake lever and lock it using the ratchet type lock) • lift each push handle up towards you until you feel it click positively into position. (you will not be able to return th...
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16 the radcliffe wheelbase 11 armrests fitting of radcliffe standard armrests your wheelchair service is responsible for ensuring the armrests are set at the correct height. They should have fitted the locking collars and adjusted to the correct height. If the armrests are not fitted, fit by placing...
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14 the radcliffe wheelbase 10 footrests if your seating system does not come equipped with foot- rests, we offer a choice of swing-away, standard or heavy duty footrests. 10.1 fitting standard footrests • press the spring button on the top of the footrest hanger and slot into the sockets on the fron...