Columbia Medical Rickshaw 3000 User manual

NOTE: Weights not included
Rickshaw™
(a.k.a PowerFit™)
Rehab Exerciser Instructions
Model #3000
Thank you for Choosing Columbia
Your Columbia Rickshaw Rehab Exerciser has been built to the highest standards of quality to ensure years
of superior service. Please take the time to read this informative pamphlet and pay particular attention to
the safety instructions provided. Thank you again for choosing Columbia!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your Rickshaw Rehab Exerciser, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of injury to persons.
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Determine, with a physician or therapist, the suitability of this exerciser and your exerciser program.
3. Check that all bolts, pivots, and other parts are tight at all times.
4. Always lock your wheelchair brakes.
5. Keep fingers away from the oar pivot points.
6. Do not drop the oars with weights on them.
7. Work up the amount of weight and duration slowly, under the supervision of your therapist.
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Assembly of your Rickshaw Rehab Exerciser
1. Assemble the base
Bolt the two flat plates to each side of the base, as in Figure 1. The front plate is mounted on the
backside of the vertical posts, with the flat plates’ flange at the top.
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#3000 Rickshaw Exerciser Instructions
2. Attach the oars
Using the two large bolts supplied, bolt the two oars against the inside of the two vertical posts. Place a
large washer between each oar and post. Tighten each large nut snugly, but not so tight that the oars
bind when pivoting. Lubricate with oil or WD-40 lubricant.
3. Attach the crosspiece ( optional )
Your Rickshaw (aka PowerFit™) Rehab exerciser is supplied with a
crosspiece that locks the two oars together. Consult with your
therapist to see which kind of oar motion is best for your exercise
needs and capabilities:
1. Without crosspiece: oars pivot independently of each other
2. With crosspiece: oars work together in a tandem motion.
If you decide it is best to have the two oars move as one, bolt the
crosspiece between the oars, as in Figure 2. The warning label on the
crosspiece should face forward.
Crosspiece Note: If the user has a stronger and weaker side, always
place the disk weights on the oar that the stronger side will be lifting.
This will avoid excess torque on the crosspiece. If the user is equally
strong on both sides, place the weights equally on both oars.
Using the Rickshaw Exerciser
Stack any standard dish weights on the upright weight posts at the rear of the oars. Weights are not
includes. If you do not have any disk weights, they may be purchased from your Columbia Medical dealer or
any sporting goods store.
Roll your wheelchair between the two oars, and lock both brakes.
Note: you may either have the Rickshaw at your back (as in the photo), or you may face the Rickshaw while
your exercise.
The oars may be pumped up and down in tandem, or in opposition (i.e., letting one oar down while
simultaneously raising the other). As strength develops through repeated use, additional weight may be
added.
The weights used, number of repetitions per set, and the frequency of use for maximum development varies
widely depending on the individual. For maximum benefit and safety, an individual exercise program should
be developed under the supervision of your therapist.
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COLUMBIA MEDICAL MFG., LLC warrants this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship.
Our obligation under this warranty is limited to repair or replacement of any part or entire unit at our option for a
period of one year from date of delivery to the original purchaser.
The warranty does not include cost of inconvenience, property damage, misuse, abuse, accident or similar
incidents. The warranty will not apply if product has been tampered with or repaired by unauthorized
individuals. This warranty gives you specific rights which vary from state to state.
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