aidapt MXVA170BLUE User manual

Lightweight Aluminium Wheelchair
VA170 Range
Assembly and Operating Instructions
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READ BEFORE USE
Before using your new Wheelchair, you and each person that may assist you in its use
should take time to read this manual and follow all instructions.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing your wheelchair from Aidapt. This model has been designed
to help you gain independence and meet your particular requirements. Throughout the
manufacturing process, great care has been taken; the components have been selected
by quality and inspections carried out to ensure you get full satisfaction from our product,
including BS EN 12183:2014
PLEASE NOTE:
Your Wheelchair has a unique identication serial number. This is located on the main cross
brace below the seat canvas and should be used in all correspondence.
Write your serial number here for future reference:
SAFETY SUMMARY
The following recommendations are made for the safe use of the wheelchair.
NOTE: Do not assemble or use this equipment without rst reading and understanding
this instruction manual.
The helper should not place all of their weight on the handles by lifting their feet o
the oor as this will place adverse strain on the handles.
If you cannot understand the instructions, please contact Aidapt, a Healthcare Professional
or a Dealer before installing this equipment.
This model is intended for assistance pushing use only and not for wheeling by the
person sitting in the Wheelchair.
The maximum user weight is 115 kg; under no circumstances should this be
exceeded
When folding the Wheelchair for transportation in a car the leg rests can be
detached leaving the frame weight of (10.3 kg).
Before each use please take the time to check your Wheelchair for any loose parts.
Any modication to this product without the express permission from Aidapt will
invalidate your guarantee.

• Before using this product, care must be taken to ensure that tments are secure, the
castors/wheels are in good working order, the wheelchair is properly balanced and all
wheels must be in contact with the oor at all times during use.
• For safe operation, the following points must be remembered:
i. Always observe the limits regarding reaching objects, leaning back, tilting and
use of manual brakes, tyres and weights limits. These are dealt with under the
section headed Assembly and Use.
ii. The footplates are designed only to support the feet while in the
seated position. DO NOT STAND ON THE FOOT PLATES.
iii. DO NOT USE YOUR WHEELCHAIR AS A TRANSPORT SEAT IN A
VEHICLE.
iv. The upholstery meets the ammability requirements specied in
EN 1021-2:2006/ISO 8191-2:1998. Care should be exercised near open ames or
burning cigarettes.
v. WARNING: Surface areas of your Wheelchair can get hot when the
wheelchair is exposed to external sources of heat (eg. sunlight).
• Please now refer to the section on Assembly and use.
ASSEMBLY
1. First remove all contents from the box.
2. To open the wheelchair, push seat rails and press downwards until the chair is fully
opened taking care to keep ngers clear of moving parts (Fig.1).
3. To close the wheelchair, take the centre of the seat fabric at the front and back edges and
lift (Fig.2).
NB: When opening and closing your Wheelchair please keep ngers well away from
any possible entrapment areas.
The only part of the Wheelchair that can be adjusted are the leg rests. Ideally your knees
should be at 90 degrees with the seat. If you are not sure please contact a healthcare
professional or your local Wheelchair dealer for advice.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2

BRAKE OPERATION
Parking Brakes (Occupant)
See Fig. 3 which shows the wheelchair with the parking brake not applied. To apply the
parking brake push the handle forward as in Fig. 3a until it ‘clicks’and this will apply the
brake.
Attendant Brakes
These are located on the handles and have
a 2 click system. See Fig 3b. To slow the
wheelchair pull the brake handles which
will ‘click’once and then by applying further
pressure it will increase braking. By pressing
harder the brake handle will ‘click’ again
which means the parking brake has been
applied. To release the brakes (from either
the 1 click or 2 click position) then press the
release handle.
BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
The brakes may need to be adjusted
periodically. We would advise that this is
done by competent person.
For normal adjustment see Fig. 3a, whereby
‘Nut A’ needs to be released and then the
adjustor needs to be turned clockwise/
anticlockwise to adjust the brakes. After
adjustment re-tighten Nut A. Should further
adjustment be needed then see Fig. 3c
where the hex nut needs to be undone and
the cable pulled and tightened before re-
locking with the allen key.
Fig. 3
Fig. 3a
Fig. 3b
Fig. 3c

USE
WARNING: The centre of balance is aected by a change in posture body position or
weight distribution.
Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach, bend and transfer into and out of
the wheelchair. These movements will cause a change to normal balance, centre of gravity
and weight distribution of the wheelchair.
The design of your wheelchair enables it to remain stable for normal everyday usage if used
correctly in accordance with the recommendations in this manual.
1. Reaching/bending forward
Move the wheelchair as close as possible to the object you wish to reach. Position the front
castors so that they are extended as far forward as possible. Fully engage the wheel locks
on the rear wheels. Only reach out to take what is within arm’s length in normal sitting
position. Only the arms should extend beyond the seat of the wheelchair.
2. Reaching/bending backwards
Move the wheelchair as close as possible to the object you wish to reach. Reach back only
as far as your arm will extend without changing your seating position. Do not lean over the
top of the back upholstery as this could change your centre of gravity and may cause you
to tip over.
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3. Reaching/leaning sideways
Move the wheelchair as close as possible to the object you wish to reach. Rotate the front
castors to a line in the direction you will be reaching. Fully engage the wheel locks on
the rear wheels. Do not shift your weight or sitting position towards the object you are
reaching as it may cause the wheelchair to tip over.
4. Transferring
Before attempting to transfer in and out of the wheelchair, every precaution should be
taken to ensure the gap between the two seats is as small as possible. Be certain that the
wheel locks are on to prevent the wheels moving. Turn both castors in the direction of the
seat to which you wish to move. Lift up the footplates and fold back the supports to the
side. Do not stand on the footplates. It is imperative that the actual transfer procedure be
supervised by a certied health care professional until the wheelchair owner is familiar with
the procedure.

5. Negotiating Obstacles
5.1 Approach the obstacle (kerb etc.) front on
The wheelchair should be tilted by the helper until the front castors have passed over the
kerbs. The helper must apply downward pressure with their foot to the tip bar (see g. 5
& 6). The chair should never be tilted by the handles only as this will put adverse strain on
the handles. Move the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels touch the kerb and gently
lower the front castors over the pavement. Push the lift until the rear wheels have mounted
the kerb. The wheelchair should not be lifted by the handles alone.
5.2 Upward and Downward slopes (g. 4)
Always go straight up and down slopes to avoid the possibility of the wheelchair
overturning. Avoid steep slopes, which may cause instability.
Stable on slope Beginning of instability
(slope too steep)
Stable on slope Unstable (slope too steep)
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 6

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The following diagram shows details of the wheelchair terminology used in this manual.
Push Handles
Folding Back
Mechanism
Fixed
Armrest &
Pad
Carry
Handles
Leg Rest
Release
Lever
Foot Rest
Adjustment Bolt
Tip Bar
Adjustable Brake
Seat Canvas
Back Rest
Upholstery

1. Backrest
There are two types of backrest tted to the wheelchair, either xed or adjustable. The
adjustable backrest can be folded down by means of a locking mechanism tted to both
sides of the lower part of the backrest pillars. To fold the backrest down, push on both of
the black plastic levers, then pull back and down on the top part of the backrest. To return
to the original, reverse the procedure, making sure the mechanisms are locked securely.
2. Handles
The handles are designed for the helper to propel the wheelchair. They must not be used
solely for lifting the wheelchair over obstructions or kerbs. Downward pressure must
be applied to the tip bar at the same time to prevent adverse strain on the handles (see
negotiating obstacles) (see g. 5& 6)
The helper must not place all of their weight on the handles by lifting their feet o the
oor as this will place adverse strain on the handles.
3. Armrest
PVC pads are xed onto the armrest for comfort and can be replaced as spare parts.
4. Seat Upholstery
Periodically check the upholstery for signs of tears or sagging. Replace immediately if
the seat is damaged. Remember: the seat upholstery is the primary weight – supporting
material.
5. Footplates
The footplates are intended as a foot support only when you are sitting in the wheelchair.
On no account should you stand on the footplates. The heel loops or calf straps (if tted)
can be used to secure the position of the feet. The footplate assemblies can be adjusted in
height by loosening the nut of the base of the adjustment tube, positioning the plate at the
required height and tightening the nut to secure the assembly.
The footplate supports cannot be adjusted but are moveable from the wheelchair. They
can be swung away to the outside of the wheelchair. To carry out this procedure, press the
release lever and swing the support to the outside of the wheelchair. If the support is to
be removed, lift it upwards. To re-t and return to the original position, reverse the above
procedure.
6. Castor and bearing
The front wheels have solid puncture proof tyres. These should be checked at regular
intervals to monitor any wear. Wheelchairs become dicult to steer and propel when
surfaces have worn at. It is recommended that both front tyres are replaced at the same
time to avoid one side of the wheelchair from being higher than the other.
The wheel is secured to the castor fork by an axle bolt and axle nut. Periodically, this bolt
and nut should be checked and tightened if necessary to allow a snug but free spinning t.
The castor fork swivel allows the wheelchair to be steered. An adjustment locknut is located
under the castor cap. If the locknut is too tight, the wheelchair will be dicult to steer.

7. Wheel lock assembly
These are used to hold the wheelchair in a stationary position, and are tted on either side
of the wheelchair. They should not be used when the wheelchair is moving or to slow it
down. They should always be applied together.
To operate, push the brake lever forward towards the front of the wheelchair. This will
immobilize the wheelchair. To release the brake, move the lever towards the rear of the
wheelchair.
8. Cross Bar
Operation of the cross brace permits the wheelchair to be opened and closed easily. It
should be inspected at regular intervals for signs of wear and bending.
9. Folding Backrest Device
Push down the hinge to fold down the backrest. Automatically lock when pull up the
backrest handle. This device is to enhance the storage feature.
ROUTINE CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE
1. Upholstery
Upholstery should be routinely cleaned with a mild soap and water solution. Never use
paint remover or thinners on upholstery.
2. Metal Parts
Clean all metal parts with a wax compound such as car wash to maintain nish. Do not use
any obtrusive cleanser that will scratch the nish on the chair.
3. Cross Brace
Periodically lubricate the centre bolt on the cross brace with light machine oil.
4. Tyres and Wheels
Examine tyres regularly for wear and replace as necessary. Solid tyres should be replaced
when they become loose on the rim or cracks appear which expose the mounting wire
groove. For pneumatic tyres, check tyre pressure is even and correct. Check that the wheels
run freely and that quick release axles are correctly locked.
If your wheelchair is tted with pneumatic tires and you have a puncture please take your
wheelchair to the nearest dealer or bicycle repair center
5. Castors
Check periodically that the bolt and nut securing the wheel to the castor fork is tight and
allows a snug but free spinning t.
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ROUTINE CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE (continued)
6. Brakes
Regularly check for eective operation and there is no wear or signs of play.
7. General
Always check before use that the wheelchair folds and unfolds correctly and that
movement both backwards and forwards is in a straight line.
8. Servicing
We recommend your wheelchair is fully serviced every twelve months. For parts and service
information please contact Best for Mobility Limited
(details on the back page).
Your Wheelchairs has been made from the nest materials and tested to BS EN 12183:1999
for your complete piece of mind and the expected service life of your wheelchair is 5
years+.
9. Recycling of your Wheelchair
Once the wheelchair has reached its expected service life you can contact Aidapt for
disposal.
SPECIFICATIONS
ITEM
Length (folded)
Width (folded)
Width (unfolded)
Height (folded)
Height (unfolded)
Net weight
Net weight (without leg rests)
Maximum Carrying Weight
Seat size
Wheel size & tyre
Tyre type
Additional information
DETAILS
22” (55.9 cm)
9½” (24 cm)
20” (51 cm)
30” (76 cm)
35” (89 cm)
11.85 kg
10.3 kg
115 kg
17” (43 cm)
8” solid tyre
Mag solid tyre
Folding backrest

GUARANTEE
This product is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of
5 years on the frame and 12 months on all other parts.
The warranty is subject to the following conditions:
Aidapt Bathrooms Ltd, Lancots Lane, Sutton Oak, St Helens, WA9 3EX
Telephone: [phone] • Fax: [phone] • Web: www.aidapt.com
Email: [e-mail] • [email protected].uk • [email protected].uk
1. The purchaser shall complete the registration form below and send it to Aidapt within 14
days of purchase of the product, together with a copy of the sales invoice/receipt.
2. If any defect or fault is discovered, the supplier and/or Aidapt should be notied
immediately.
3. Aidapt will not be responsible for damage caused by misuse, natural wear and tear,
defective assembly or installation by the purchaser or their agent, defective treatments,
unauthorised alteration to the equipment or use of unsuitable spares.
4. The buyer’s statutory rights under the Consumer Protection Act are not aected.