Before Each Use; Guidelines: Safety And Handling Of Wheelchairs - Medline Excel 2000 Guía Para El Usuario

RECLINER MODELS ONLY:
Make sure the stabilizer bar is securely attached BEFORE using the wheelchair
DO NOT use the recliner wheelchair without the stabilizer bar securely locked in place.
The push canes must be reclined evenly and stay even during use. The push canes should not be used at different angles. Failure to do so may
result in failure to the push cane.
The Excel Recliner wheelchair MUST be operated by a healthcare professional or assistant when in ANY reclined position. Caregivers MUST be
prepared to support the weight of the occupant when reclining or returning the wheelchair occupant to the full upright position. Use proper
body mechanics when inclining (lifting) the back of the chair.
Completely engage BOTH wheel locks before reclining/lifting the occupant of the wheelchair.
Make sure the occupant is properly positioned before the wheelchair is reclined/lifted.
DO NOT use the Recliner wheelchair without the anti-tip devices installed. Anti-tippers MUST be attached at all times and both must be
adjusted to the same height. Ensure the anti-tippers are secure as evidenced by the spring buttons fully protruding out of the holes. If the seat-
to-floor height is changed, the height of the anti-tippers must also be adjusted. Make sure both canes are at the same angle BEFORE releasing
the handles of the recline mechanism.
ADJUSTMENTS
DO NOT operate, maintain, or adjust the wheelchair without reading and understanding all instructions in the manual.
DO NOT adjust the footrests any closer than 2.5" from the floor.
DO NOT modify the wheelchair. Examples: drilling holes, grinding, welding parts, using non-authorized / non-approved parts.
Such modifications may change the chair's structure and center of balance which may increase the risk of serious injury to the user
and void the warranty.

BEFORE EACH USE

√ Make sure the chair rolls easily and that all parts work smoothly.
√ Check for noise, vibration, or any change in use. Changes may indicate loose parts or wheelchair damage.
√ Check to ensure wheel locks are in good working order.
√ Make sure hand grips are not loose and cannot be moved or twisted.
√ Make sure the seatback is locked in the upright position.
√ Make sure that lap belt is securely attached to the wheelchair.
√ If chair is damaged, discontinue use until completely repaired.
√ Have any problem found repaired promptly with authorized parts.
GUIDELINES:
SAFETY & HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS
CENTER OF GRAVITY, BALANCE AND STABILITY
This Medline wheelchair has been designed to be safe and stable during normal transport activity as long as proper balance is maintained. The
point at which a wheelchair will tip forward, backward, or to the side depends on its center of balance. To assure stability and proper operation
of the wheelchair, the center of gravity must be maintained in the chair. Center of gravity is the point at which all the weight of an object can be
considered to be concentrated and represents the balance point.
Most activities such as transferring in and out of the wheelchair, bending, and reaching affect the center of gravity and weight distribution
of the wheelchair. Addition of accessories such as a backpack will also re-distribute weight. Loss of proper balance may cause the chair to tip
over. Use of the seat belt is advised to help maintain stability by minimizing movement within the wheelchair seat. The use of anti-tip devices,
especially when manoeuvring on ramps or inclines, will also enhance safety. On recliner models, reclining the wheelchair will change the center
of gravity. Anti-tip devices must always be in place.
To assure safe operation of the wheelchair, ALL of the Warnings and Instructions in this manual must be followed. Failure to do so may result in
tipping the wheel chair over or causing the user to fall which may result in serious bodily injury or damage to the wheelchair.
Some basic wheelchair safety guidelines follow. The guidelines are critical for standard wheelchair use, however, the principles also hold true
for transport chairs. If any of the following activities are required while using the wheelchairs, these guidelines must be followed to ensure
safety and to avoid potential injury to the user or the transporter and to avoid damage to the chair.
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