Aspire EVOKE User manual

USER MANUAL
EVOKE & EVOKE HD
LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINIUM WHEELCHAIR
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Key Specifications
2. List of Components
3. Assembly Instructions
4. Instructions for Use
5. Troubleshooting
6. Care and Maintenance
7. Warnings
8. Warranty
9. Compliance
10. Service Maintenance & Customisation
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Thank you for choosing this Aspire EVOKE
Lightweight Manual wheelchair.
This product has been designed to oer the
maximum in comfort, safety and adjustability.
The Aspire EVOKE lightweight manual
wheelchair is suitable for indoor and outdoor
use and is available in a range of sizes.
It is important that you read this user manual
carefully before using your new wheelchair.

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Item Code Seat Width Item Description
MWS440100
MWS440200
MWS440300
MWS440500
MWS440525
MWS440550
350mm (14”)
400mm (16”)
450mm (18”)
500mm (20”)
560mm (22”)
580mm (23”)
W/Chair Folding - Aspire EVOKE - 350 Silver
W/Chair Folding - Aspire EVOKE - 400 Silver
W/Chair Folding - Aspire EVOKE - 450 Silver
W/Chair Folding - Aspire EVOKE - 500 Silver
W/Chair Folding - Aspire EVOKE HD - 560 Silver
W/Chair Folding - Aspire EVOKE HD - 580 Silver
Max. User Weight 130kg and 190kg (HD Models only)
Weight From 15kg (total chair
weight)
From 8.5kg (Transport
Weight)
Seat Height - adjustable
(floor to top of fabric)
FRONT:
500mm 470mm
450mm
REAR:
450mm 430mm
410mm
Seat Width
350mm (14”) 400mm (16”) 450mm (18”) 500mm
(20”)
550mm (22”) 580mm (23”)
Seat Depth - adjustable 400mm (16”) 430mm (17”) 450mm (18”)
480mm (19”) 500mm (20”) 530mm (21”)
Backrest Height - adjustable
(top of seat to top of backrest
handle)
400mm – 450mm
Overall Width Seat width plus 200mm
Armrest Height
(top of seat to top of armrest pad)
Standard (Fixed Height): 220mm
Advanced (Height Adj): 220–290mm (Accessory)
Approvals TGA# ARTG224574
AS/NZS tested and approved
1. KEY SPECIFICATIONS
ACCESSORIES
• WCA858370 – Elevating Legrest - Black Left
• WCA858390 – Elevating Legrest - Black Right
• WCA858440 – Stump Support - Black Left
• WCA858450 – Stump Support - Black Right
• MSP421020 – Advanced Armrests (Height & Depth Adjustable.) - Pair
• WCA858460 – Anti Tip Bars
• WCA858463 – Transport Tie Downs
• WCA858474 – Oxygen Bottle Holder

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2. LIST OF COMPONENTS
1. Rear Wheels
2. Quick Release Axles
3. Axle Mount Plate with Wheel Depth &
Axle Height Adjustment
4. Armrests
5. Footrests
6. Adjustable Backrest Upholstery (A)
7. Height Adjustable backrest
8. Angle Adjustable backrest (B)
9. Height & Angle Adjustable Castor
Fork
10. Front Castor Wheel
11. Depth Adjustable Seat Upholstery
(C)
12. Seat Depth Adjustment (D)
13. Foot Plate with Heel Loop
14. Seat Cushion
15. Attendant Hand Grips
16. Hand Brakes
17. Reinforced cross brace, width
adjustable. Double cross brace in
HD models.
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3. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
3. Insert the footrests into
the top of the frame
receivers at a 45° angle
to the chair and swing
in towards the centre of
the chair until the release
button engages with a
“click” sound
Open the carton carefully. DO NOT USE a box cutter or sharp implement as this may
damage the product. For OH&S, lay the carton on its side with the top of the carton
open and slide the plastic bag out containing the wheelchair.
1. Stand the wheelchair in
an upright position on the
ground
2. Pushdown on the side
seat rails of the wheelchair
until the seat is flat to
unfold the frame

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Lifting the Wheelchair
• Lift the footplates up
• Use the push handles and the
front part of the frame to lift the
wheelchair up
• Always be careful when lifting the
chair that you are correctly
positioned for safe manual
handling
Adjusting Backrest Height
• Remove backrest upholstery
• Peel back upholstery in the lower
edge of the backrest cane to reveal
two bolt heads
• Remove both bolts and re-position
canes as required
• Tighten bolts and re-attached upholstery
Adjusting Backrest Depth
• Using the supplied allen key loosen the two
screws
• Repostion the backrest cane brackets into the
desired position
• Tighten the screws
• Relocate armrest front receiver brackets
along side rails to compensate for backrest
movement distance
• Adjust hand brake clamp location if required
Adjusting Backrest Angle
• Loosen the bolt behind the wheel mount
• Reposition the backrest into the desired angle
position
• Tighten the bolt
Adjusting Backrest Tension
• Remove the backrest
upholstery
• Peel back velcro straps
• Re-position to achieve
desired tension
4. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

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Adjusting Seat Depth
• Lay the chair down so the backrest is facing
the floor
• Locate the bolt on the seat frame toward
the back of the chair
• Loosen the bolt and adjust into the desired
position
• Tighten the bolt
• Stand the chair back in its upright position
• Re-adjust the seat upholstery to suit the new
seat depth
Adjusting Front Castor Height
• Using the supplied allen key loosen bolt and
remove pin
• Reposition the castor to the desired height
• Replace the pin and tighten the bolt
Adjusting Rear Wheel Axle Height
• Remove the quick release rear wheel by
pressing the black button and pulling the
wheel toward you
• Remove and re-position the axle housing
into the desired position
Transportation
• Before lifting the chair into a vehicle for
transport it is recommended to remove the
wheels with the easy push button release,
and to remove the footplates with the user
friendly clasp mechanism, in order to make
it even lighter and easier to lift.

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Adjusting Footrest Height
• Using the supplied allen key loosen the bolt
• Re-position the footrest at the desired height
• Tighten the bolt
Adjusting Footrest Angle
• Using the supplied allen key loosen the bolt
• Re-position the footrest into the desired angle
• Tighten the bolt
Adjusting the Front Fork Angle
• Using the supplied allen key loosen the bolt
• Re-position the front fork into the desired angle
• Tighten the bolt
Wheelchair is steering/pulling to one side
• Make sure the rear wheels axle pins have been inserted correctly
• Make sure the end user is able to evenly distribute his/her weight on the wheelchair
• Make sure one push rim has not been mounted more tightly than the other
• Ensure both front castors forks are adjusted to the same angle at the frame mounts
The wheelchair moves slowly
• Ensure rear wheels axle pins have been inserted correctly
• Remove any hair or dirt from castor and rear wheel axles
• Make sure there is not too much weight applied to the castors, otherwise adjust the
centre of gravity
• Ensure user clothing is not interfering with movement of the rear wheels
• Ensure both brakes are disengaged
The wheelchair does not turn smoothly
• Make sure the front fork bolts are not over tightened which can restrict front castor
wheel rotation
• Remove any hair or dirt from castor axles
• Ensure both brakes are disengaged
5. TROUBLESHOOTING

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The brakes do not work properly
• Check distance between tyres and brake foot is sucient such that the requisite
amount of force can be applied to the tyre surface to stop it moving when the brake
is in the engaged position
The wheelchair cannot be opened or folded easily
• Check that the backrest straps are not adjusted too tightly
• Clean the crossbar under the seat and apply some grease
• Check that nothing has become lodged under the seat or in and around the cross
bar mechanism.
• Check foot plates are folded up
The wheelchair is unstable
• Ensure all screws are tight
• Ensure that if seat is adjusted to maximum depth or if backrest canes are located
further back than the rear wheel axles, anti-tip wheels must be fitted.
Correct adjustment of the wheelchair is essential for the successful and safe use of
this product.
Should assistance be required, contact Aidacare on 1300 133 120.
6. CARE & MAINTENANCE
Weekly Periodically Yearly Serviceable Components
• Check brakes
are functioning
properly
• Check for signs
of wear on front
castors
• Check for signs of
wear on rear tyres
Service to be
completed by
authorised Aspire
service agent
• Wheels
• Forks
• Axles
• Armrest receivers
• Seat sling
• Footrest mounts
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

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7. WARNINGS
CARE FOR YOUR CHAIR
• The nylon seat and backrest upholstery
can be removed by simply loosening
the screws and washed with a wet
sponge and a mild detergent. All other
components can be cleaned with a damp
cloth.
• Check tyre condition at least twice per
month.
• Check that rear wheel spokes are not
loose. Loose wheel spokes can reduce the
strength of the rims and must be safely
adjusted by a qualified technician.
• Always keep rear wheel quick release
axles clean and free from dirt and hair
build up.
• Should push rims become scratched
these should be de-burred or replaced to
avoid damage to skin (not necessary for
transit model)
• Brakes should be checked regularly.
Brake eectiveness can be reduced by
incorrect tyre pressure.
• Should you have any doubts about the
correct functioning of the wheel chair or
of any of its components, please contact
AIDACARE on 1300 133 120 or your local
Aspire distributor.
• The tool kit provided will allow basic
adjustments to the wheelchair, for
further information on repairs and
service contact AIDACARE on
1300 133 120.
MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY: 130kg (190kg for Evoke HD Models) - NEVER
EXCEED THIS WEIGHT LIMIT
• The foot plates are not designed to be a weight bearing surface. Never stand on the
footplates as the wheelchair may tip over.
• Pay attention to your fingers when folding or opening the wheelchair and when self-
propelling the chair with hands in close proximity to wheel spokes.
• Always use push rims to bring the wheelchair to a stop. Do not use the brakes to stop a
moving wheelchair.
• Never use the wheelchair on escalators, even if accompanied by an attendant.
8. WARRANTY
The Aspire EVOKE Lightweight Manual wheelchair has a two year warranty. Please keep the
purchase invoice as proof of warranty commencement.
Aidacare is bound by Australian Consumer Law in respect to ‘Warranty against Defects’ on
this product.A copy of the Aidacare ‘Warranty against Defects’ statement is available o
the Home page of our website at www.aidacare.com.au Any contact in regard to warranty
matters should be made to Aidacare Customer Service sta on 1300 133 120 or where
support will be provided.
Aidacare does not warrant against excessive or incorrect use, modification or any situation
that could not be deemed as fair wear and tear. Tyres, tubes and castor wheels are not
covered under the 2 year warranty as these are considered consumable items.

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9. COMPLIANCE
The Aspire EVOKE Lightweight Manual wheelchair is manufactured in ISO compliant
production facilities to strict quality control standards. As part of Australian Standards
compliance, safety stickers are located on the frame of this wheelchair. Please ensure that
you familiarize yourself with these prior to use.
This product complies with AS/NZS 3695.1:2011. As the importer of this product, Aidacare
maintains records of all testing reports and compliance certificates. All testing was
completed by Novitatech Children’s Services in South Australia.
Novitatech is an independent NATA accredited laboratory and is widely acknowledged
as the leading provider of safety testing services for wheelchairs and mobility products in
Australia.
10. SERVICE MAINTENANCE &
CUSTOMISATION
When sending the chair back for warranty, service or repair work please include all
components such as leg rests, armrests and seat cushion. Please ensure wheelchair is
clearly marked with owner’s name and contact details. To organise pickup by Aidacare,
please call 1300 133 120, standard pickup and delivery charges apply.
SPARE PARTS
Aidacare stock replacement parts for the Aspire wheelchair range. All replacement of parts
should be completed by Aidacare or and authorized Aspire service technician. The term
parts includes but is not limited to: tyres, tubes, brakes, armrests, footrests and upholstery.
A complete parts list is available upon request.
CUSTOMISATION AND MODIFICATION
All wheelchair customisation, modifications and or alterations made to this product
are considered as “custom” changes. These may cause the product to no longer satisfy
Australian Standards and will void the warranty. For customization or modification work,
contact AIDACARE on 1300 133 120. Our team of qualified Rehab Engineers are available to
assist if required.
FOR ALL ENQUIRIES, PLEASE CALL 1300 133 120
These consumable items carry a 12 month warranty against manufacturer defects only, NOT
wear and tear from reasonable use.
The warranty on this product is a back to base warranty and does not cover any freight
costs pertaining to the return of any items under warranty. Aidacare acknowledges and
conforms to all ACCC guidelines around consumer rights. For further information contact
Aidacare 1300 133 120.
Aidacare will not guarantee the safety and the correct functioning of the wheelchair in the
case that any of the original components have been changed or modified and or replaced
with non-original Aidacare approved parts. If any faults are detected upon receiving the
wheelchair please phone Aidacare to arrange a replacement. Any faults that are detected
during normal use should be reported to Aidacare immediately to determine if warranty
conditions apply and organise repair and/or replacement as applicable.

AIDACARE PTY LTD
4 Noonan Road, Ingleburn NSW 2565
1300 133 120
www.aidacare.com.au
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