McKESSON 146-K318DDA-SF Lightweight Wheelchairs Instruction Manual

McKESSON 146-K318DDA-SF Lightweight Wheelchairs

Light weight Wheelchairs

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Provides a total weight bearing capacity of 300 lbs (136 kg).

CAUTION STABILITY
Wheelchair is designed to be safe and stable as long as center of gravity is maintained while going about normal activities. Care must be taken while performing activities that shift your center of gravity in the chair. Never reach so far that you have 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 front casters are pointing in a forward position that extends the wheel base and will stabilize the chair.

RAMPS

Be sure of your own capabilities, limitations and strength before attempting to go up a ramp. Correct techniques on ramp negotiation should be shown to you by a qualified professional. Assistance is recommended when going up or down inclines greater than 10o. If you must stop on an incline, avoid sudden, abrupt movement when you resume movement. Because of backward angle of the chair, sudden abrupt movement could cause instability. Attempting to use the wheel lock brakes could result in accidental locking, tipping to one side, or cause a sudden stop. Avoid changing direction when going down an incline, as this could result in instability of tipping over.

Please read this manual carefully to ensure safe usage and understanding of maintenance instructions.
Congratulations on your purchase of a McKesson wheelchair. McKesson wheelchairs are a product of quality engineering and are manufactured to meet our own highly rigid specifications and will surpass all your expectations.

USE AND SAFETY

WHEEL LOCKS

Engage both wheel locks before getting in or out of chair, leaning forward in chair, or while in an elevator or wheelchair lift. Proper adjustment of wheel lock is at least 1/8” when locked. Locks are engaged by pushing handle completely forward. Adjustments to locks are made by loosening or tightening nut on the carriage bolt. Embed lock shoe at least 1/8” by sliding clamp toward rear wheel while handle is engaged in locked position. Tighten nut and bolt to secure in position. Test for correct locking action before actual use.

TIRES

Solid rubber tires need minimal maintenance, but should be cleaned occasionally with a damp cloth. Replace if tires become severely worn or cracking appears.

FRONT CASTERS

Casters should be checked periodically and lubricated occasionally. Lubricate by removing fork and greasing caster stem bearings. Lubricate wheel bearings by removing wheel from fork. Reassemble fork and wheel by tightening nuts until no play remains, but wheels roll freely. If nut is too loose, caster will shimmy, if too tight, chair will be hard
to steer.

REMOVAL OF SWING-AWAY FOOT RESTS/LEG RESTS

Release lock by pushing on the front rigging lever. Swing-away foot rest /leg rest out and sideways. Lift to remove.

ADJUSTING LENGTH OF FOOTREST/LEG REST

When adjusting length of foot rests or leg rests, user should be sitting in wheelchair with feet on the foot plates. Loosen bolt on the clamp around support assembly. Raise or lower foot plate to desired position that will provide maximum support of thighs. Front rigging should not be so low that it causes uncomfortable pressure to thighs at front of seat upholstery. Footrest should not be lower than 2-1/2” from the ground to ensure clearance.

ADJUSTING/ELEVATING LEG REST

Lift foot plate on leg rest assembly to desired position. Release leg rest assembly and it will automatically lock into place. To lower, push out on leg rest lever and lower foot plate to desired position.

WHEELS

Large rear wheels should be inspected at least once a month to ensure proper tightness. If wheel wobbles or is loose, release lock nut and tighten axle bolt slightly. Test for proper tightness by leaning chair to one side and spin adjusted wheel.

GENERAL CARE

Wipe chrome parts with a clean, soft cloth at least once a week. All metal 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.

TO OPEN CHAIR

Open wheelchair by tilting to one side and pushing down on seat rail until fully opened.

TO CLOSE/FOLD CHAIR

First fold foot plates to vertical position. Grab seat with both hands at front and back edge and lift. Or, tilt chair to one side and lift up on seat rail.

REMOVABLE ARMS

Remove arms by depressing spring button and lifting arms out of front and rear sockets.

WARNING

Do not attempt to adjust or operate 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 user to a vehicle manufacturers approved seat and use safety restraints available.
• Do not operate this wheelchair on roadways, streets or any surfaces with vehicular traffic.
• Do not attempt to operate on inclines 10o or greater without proper assistance.
• Be sure to completely engage wheel locks when getting in and out of wheelchair or when in elevator or wheelchair lift.
• Wheelchair should be on a smooth, stable and level area with wheel locks engaged before transferring user in or out of wheelchair.
• Do not adjust foot rests any lower than 2-1/2” from floor.
• When getting in or out of wheelchair, do not stand on or apply weight to foot rests.
• Before reaching or leaning forward, rotate casters to front of the wheelchair engage wheel locks to help prevent wheelchair from tipping over.
• Do not lean over or apply weight to the top of wheelchair back. This can cause wheelchair to tip over. When trying to extend arms over back, only reach as far as your arm can extend without having to alter your seating position.
• DO NOT stand on wheelchair.
• DO NOT use wheel locks to slow your descent down an incline.
• Abruptly changing directions while going down an incline could cause instability or possible tipping over.

SEAT EXTENSION INSTRUCTIONS

Your wheelchair comes with an adjustable depth seat that has been factory set at the shortest position.
Follow the instructions below to extend the seat depth of your chair.

1. Lay wheelchair on its back. Open seat two-thirds of the way so seat posts do NOT rest on chair frame.
   Unfold seat extension by pulling upward on end of seat to release hook-and- loop strap.

2. Pull outward on hook-and-loop straps to free them from underside of seat.

3. The seat extension post is located inside the seat frame. To access it, turn screw counter-clockwise and remove it.

4. Pull upward on seat extension post until the second hole on the seat post lines up with the hole on seat frame. Re-insert screw into bottom hole and turn clockwise to secure in place.

5. Fold hook-and-loop strap over extended seat post to secure seat upholstery to the frame.

6. Repeat process for opposite side.

7. Return chair to upright position and push down on seat to secure it to the frame.

McKesson carries a comprehensive selection of durable medical equipment products for bath safety, mobility and aids to daily living, including wheelchairs, canes, bath benches, and more. Choose McKesson for quality, selection, and value.

WARNING : This product can expose you to styrene, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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