ViVE MOBILITY MOB1078BLK Heavy Duty Wheelchair Owner’s Manual
- June 17, 2024
- VIVE MOBILITY
Table of Contents
ViVE MOBILITY MOB1078BLK Heavy Duty Wheelchair
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Transport Wheelchair Frame
- Adjustable Foot Rests
FOLDING/ UNFOLDING THE CHAIR
From a stable position, grip the armrests or the chair frame under the sides of the seat and pull the frame away from the center of the chair until the fabric seat is fully unfolded.
To Lift the chair pull up on the seat to get the folding process started, then you can push the two armrest together to fold it up the rest of the way.
ATTACHING/ REMOVING THE FOOT RESTS
Fit the foot rest over and down onto the two metal placement pins as shown.
Then rotate each foot rest forward until the black clasp locks into place and
the foot rest is securely fastened to the chair frame.
To remove the foot rests, pull the wide end of the black clasp in towards the
middle of the chair. You will feel the clasp release its grip on the frame,
and the foot rest will swing out where it can be lifted off the two metal
placement pins.
Adjusting the Height of the Foot Rests.
The footrests are easily height adjustable by using the push pins to raise and lower the footrest height.
LOCKING THE HANDBRAKES
The parking brake is used to help prevent the Wheelchair from moving when not in use, or to prevent it from moving while sitting or standing. To engage the parking brake, push the parking brake handle forward until it locks against the wheel. To disengage the parking brake, simply pull back on the handle.
LIFTING THE ARMRESTS
To lift the armrests push in the button underneath the armrests to disengage the pin and then lift up the armrests and push them up fully out of the way.
MAINTENANCE
Tire Maintenance
Tires should be cleaned occasionally with a damp cloth. Replace if tires become severely worn or cracking appears. Front casters should be checked periodically for cracking and lubricated occasionally. rear wheels should be inspected at least once a month to ensure proper tightness.
General Maintenance
Wipe metal parts with a soft cloth at least once a week. All aluminum parts can be cleaned with auto wax or similar products. If exposed to moisture, dry immediately. Do not use an abrasive cleanser that will scratch the finish.
CAUTION
This Wheelchair is designed to safely be a stable center of gravity but it is
important to try and keep a stable center of gravity of all times while
performing activities that may change your center of gravity or a passengers
center of gravity. Never reach out so far that is would require you to shift
in the seat or bend over out of the chair.
When you have to reach for objects that require you to lean, be certain your
front wheels are pointing forward as this will stabilize the chair.
Ramps
Be sure of your own capabilities, limitations and strength before attempting to push another individual or yourself up a ramp. Correct techniques on ramp negotiation should be shown to you by a qualified professional. If you must stop on an incline, avoid any and all sudden or abrupt movement when you resume movement. Because of backward angle of the chair, sudden abrupt movement could cause instability. Do not attempt to change direction when moving in incline or decline, this could result in tipping.
WARNING
- Wheelchair will support up to a 400 lb individual. Do not exceed the chair weight limit.
- Do not attempt to use a wheelchair without reading carefully all instructions in this manual.
- This wheelchair has not been approved as a seat that can be used within vehicles of any kind.
- Always transfer wheelchair users to a vehicle manufacturer’s approved seat and use safety restraints available.
- Do not operate this wheelchair on roadways, streets or any surfaces with vehicular traffic.
- The wheelchair should be on a smooth, stable and level area with the hand brakes engaged by the transporter before transferring the passenger in or out of the wheelchair.
- When transferring in or out of the wheelchair, do not stand on or apply weight to footrests.
- Do not lean over or apply weight to the top of the wheelchair back. This can cause the wheelchair to tip over.
- Do not stand on a wheelchair.
- Abruptly changing directions while going down an incline could cause instability and/or increase the possibility of tipping over.
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