E&J 3F02-INS-LAB-REVB10 manual

3F02-INS-LAB-Re vB10 © 2010 GF Health Products, Inc. R ead this manual before oper ating your wheelchair . Sa v e t hi s ma nu al f or f ut ure u se . The m os t cu r ren t v ers io n of t hi s ma nu al ca n be f o un d onl in e a t ww w .gra ha m el d. co m Manual Wheelchair User Manual[...]

2 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual CONTENTS 1INTRODUCTION ........................................................................... 3 2IMPORT ANTSAFETYPRECAUTIONS .......................................... 5 3GETTINGST ARTED ...............................................[...]

3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 3 READ THISMANUALBEFOREOPERA TING YOUR WHEELCHAIR 1 INTRODUCTION Important safety , operating, and maintenance instructions that warrant your attention are included in this user manual. Read the entire manual carefully before operating your new wheelcha[...]

4 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual The person performing adjustments on the T raveler L4 has the responsi- bility of making certain that the user can safely operate the wheelchair with the adjustments selected. This person must evaluate the user's abil- ity , weight, physical condition, the envi[...]

3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 5 2IMPOR T ANTSAFETYPRECAUTIONS IMPORT ANTSAFETYPRECAUTIONS:  AL WA YSFOLLOW THESESAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHENUSING YOUR WHEELCHAIR.F AILURETODO SOCOULDRESUL TINPERSONALINJURY TO YOUOROTHERS?[...]

6 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual W ARNING: This wheelchair does not offer seating or occupant restraint equivalent to the seat provided in a motor vehicle! T o increase your safety while tra veling in a motor vehicle, alwa ys transfer to the vehicle seat and use the restraint provided b y the vehic[...]

3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 7 W ARNING: Do not lean on this wheelchair or use it as a walk- er—these are practices which could result in loss of balance and personal injur y . W ARNING: Do not use your wheelchair on escalators. W ARNING: Wheel locks are not brakes. Do not use the wheel locks to s[...]

8 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 3 GETTINGST ARTED Please familiarize yourself with main components, identified in T raveler L4 illustration below . Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. anti-tipper (optional) wheellock crossbrace frame rearwheel casterwh[...]

3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 9 4HANDLING TIPS The Everest & Jennings ® T raveler L4 has been designed and engineered to perform as a stable and well balanced unit when used for its intended purpose. However , it is possible to tip the T raveler L4 over if it is used improperly . We urg[...]

10  3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual REACHING/BENDING W ARNING: Alwa ys turn the casters frontward to provide sta- bility while reaching. If in doubt, ask for assistance or use a device that will extend y our reach without requiring you to shift your w eight. Although it is not recommended, you[...]

3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 11 RAMPS ANDINCLINES W ARNING: During descent, the footplates' lowest point should be no closer to the ground than 2-1/2 inches to permit proper clearance. W ARNING: Do not attempt inclines without anti-tipper s installed in the downward position. Do not attem[...]

12  3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual CURBS ANDSTEPS Curbs, steps and stairways are dangerous obstacles that confront the wheelchair user . When you encounter curbs, find a way around, or use the ramps now available in most locations. If you encounter steps and there is no ramp available, avoid[...]

3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 13 5 ADJUSTMENTS The T raveler L4 offers several adjustments to make it easier and more comfortable to drive. Section 7, MAINTENANCE, offers preventive main- tenance suggestions for keeping your wheelchair in excellent condition; ensure that all components are in excelle[...]

14 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual ARMS All T raveler L4 arms feature the flip-back latch (see picture). Fliparmback 1. Press top of latch against arm and lift arm up out of socket. 2. Swing arm up and back. Lockarm Push front of arm down into socket until it locks into place. W ARNING: En[...]

3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 15 hinge plate swingaway releaselever removefootr est (leftshown) FRONTRIGGING FOOTREST—DET ACHABLE, SWINGAWA Y W ARNING: The footplates' lowest point should be no closer to the ground than 2-1/2 inches, to permit proper clearance. W ARNING: Do not [...]

16  3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual footplate hanger adjustment holes locking button latch footplateextension, adjustlength Adjustfootplateextensionlength 1. See picture at right. Loosen latch to free footplate extension inside hanger . 2. Press down on the lock- ing button and adjust[...]

3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 17 hinge plate swingaway releaselever removeelevatinglegr est ELEV A TINGLEGREST—DET ACHABLE, SWINGAW A Y W ARNING: The footplates' lowest point should be no closer to the ground than 2-1/2 inches, to permit proper clearance. W ARNING: Do not stand [...]

18  3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual Adjustlegrestelevation Note: It is possible to RAISE elevating legrest without unlocking legrest release. As a safety feature, however , you must unlock legrest release in order to LOWER elevating legrest. 1. T o release elevation lock, pull legrest release [...]

3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 19 CROSSBRACES Tightencrossbraces M13 wrench, M6 hex key Check the crossbraces to ensure that the bolt and nut securing both crossbraces in the center of the wheelchair are secure (crossbraces should be loose enough to fold easily , yet snug enough to take up excess p[...]

20  3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual WHEELLOCKS Adjustwheellocks One M11 wrench 1. Use an M11 wrench to loosen the adjustment bolt until the wheel lock slides on the frame. 2. Place the wheel lock in the locked position and slide it into contact with the tire. 3. Place the wheel lock in the [...]

3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 21 6 TRANSPOR TING THE TRAVELERL4 W ARNING: This wheelchair does not offer seating or occupant restraint equivalent to the seat provided in a motor vehicle! T o increase your safety while tra veling in a motor vehicle, alwa ys transfer to the vehicle seat and us[...]

22  3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual REASSEMBL Y 1. Push down with even pressure on seat rails on both sides. W ARNING: Do not place your hand betw een seat rail and side panel. 2. Push again if seat tubes are not positioned directly upon front seat rail / arm cradles as shown below (arm not shown). [...]

3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 23 7 MAINTENANCE Protect your E&J T raveler L4 by having it serviced regularly . Proper care and maintenance are essential to keep your wheelchair in safe working condition. Periodic inspection, adjustment, and replacement of worn parts will provide many years of sup[...]

24 3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Procedur e Perform at least every W eek month 3 months 6 months Check tire wear ✔ Check handrims ✔ Check wheel lock engagement ✔ Check anti-tippers (optional) ✔ Wipe off frame with soft cloth ✔ Check handgrips ✔ Check upholstery ✔[...]

3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 25 Checktirewear Examine tires at least once a week for surface wear and cracks and replace them as needed. Replace polyurethane tires when they become loose on the rims or cracks appear . Checkhandrims Check handrims at least once a week. Inspect each handrim f[...]

26  3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual Checkupholstery Check upholstery at least once a month. Inspect for rips, tears and worn spots. Ensure that all upholstery-attaching screws are present, properly aligned, and well-secured. Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten up- holstery mounting screws. Chec[...]

3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 27 Checkfootrests&elevatinglegrests Check footrests and legrests at least once a month. Inspect the locking mechanisms to confirm sure fit. Check for cracks, burrs, or sharp edges, and replace if found. Ensure that the footrest or legrest will automatic[...]

28  3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 8 TROUBLESHOOTING Continual use of your T raveler L4 necessitates maintenance, especially if the factory-set adjustments have been altered. The following trouble- shooting guide lists several common problems that may occur , and offers corrective actions for each.[...]

3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 29 9LIMITED W ARRANTY This warranty has been drafted to comply with the Federal Law applicable to products manufactured after July 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/consumer or dealer/non-consumer and to no other purchaser or tran[...]

30  3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual or defaced. Products subjected to negligence, abuse, misuse, improper operation, improper maintenance, improper cleaning, improper storage, or damages beyond GF Health Products, Inc.'s control are not covered by this warranty , and that evaluation shall be so[...]

3F02-INS-LAB-RevB10, March2010•T ravelerL4UserManual 31 10 INDEX A Adjustments13 Anti-tippers, check25 Arm, ipback14 Armheight, adjust14 Arm, lock14 Arms, check26 B Backposts, check26 Balance9 C Casters13 Casterstems, check27 Cauti[...]

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