Convaid Flyer User manual

ENGLISH
User’s Guide
Flyer®
Lightweight Tilt-In-Space Manual Wheelchair
SAVE THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

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Product Overview
Denition of Symbols…………………………………………………... ……………………… 1
Warnings…………………………………………………………………..………………………... 3
Flyer Standard Features Overview……………………………………………………….... 8
Seating Module Standard Front and Back……………………………………………… 9
Seating Module with Pans……………………………………………………………………. 10
Flyer Specications…………………………………………………………………..…………. 11
Annex A Information Disclosure……………………………………………………………. 12
Setting Up
Contents in the Box………………………………………………………..……………………. 14
How To Remove Chair from Box…………………………………….....…………………… 14
Preparing the Chair for Use……………………………………………..…………………… 14
Tools Required……………………………………………..……………………………………… 14
Unfolding the Chair ……………………………………………..……………………………… 15
Folding/Unfolding the Seating Module……………………………………….............. 15
Lifting/Carrying the Seating Module………………………………………................. 17
Lifting/Carrying the Mobility Base………………………………………..................... 17
Installing Seating Module onto Mobility Base………………………………………... 18
Removing Seating Module from Mobility Base……………………………………….. 19
Fitting Guide
Seat Back Height……………………………..........................................………………. 20
Back Height Adjustment…………………………….................................................. 20
Seat Depth Adjustment…………………………….................................................... 21
Seat Width Adjustment………………......................................…………….............. 24
Mobility Base Width………………......................................……………................... 27
Mobility Base Width Adjustment……………………………………………………......... 27
Tilt-In-Space Adjustment………………......................................……………............ 27
Cross Tube Adjustment on Back Canes………………......................................… 28
Recline Adjustment………………......................................…................................. 29
Positioning Belts………………......................................…..................................... 30
Pelvic Positioning Belts………………......................................….......................... 30
Two-Point Positioning Belt………………......................................…..................... 30
Seat Tube Mount………………......................................…..................................... 30
Back Cane Mount………………......................................….................................... 31
Back Pan Mount………………......................................…...................................... 31
Footplate Adjustment………………......................................…..............…............ 32
Foot Positioners………………......................................…..............…............…...... 33
Wheels
Wheel Specications……………………………………………………..………………….… 34
Wheel Lock Operation……………………………………………………..…………………... 34
Removal & Installation of Rear Wheels…………………………………………………. 35
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Accessories
Head Support…………………………………..………………………………………........…... 36
Adjustable Headwing Headrest Instructions………………………….………………. 37
Universal Headrest Bracket Installation Instruction……………………………….. 37
Anatomic Headrest Installation……………………………………..………………......... 38
Adjustable Headrest Installation……………………………………..………………....... 40
Upper Extremity Support Surface (Tray)……………………………………..………….. 41
Calf Panel…………………………….................................................………………....... 41
Laterals…………………………….................................................……………….......... 42
Hip Guides…………………………….................................................………………...... 44
Canopy Attachment…………………………….................................................……… 45
Oxygen Tank Holder…………………………….................................................……… 46
Attaching LTV Bracket……………………………………..………………........................ 46
LTV Vent Holder.......................................................................................………... 47
Elevating Leg Rest……………………………………………………………...………………. 47
Ventilator/Suction/Hard Tray……………………………………………………………..... 48
Transit Models
Transit Option…………………………….................................................……………… 50
Transportation Mode Instructions………………………………………....................... 51
Recommended Clear Zones In Vehicle…………………………………………………… 54
Securing the Wheelchair……………………………………………………………….......... 54
Providing Clear Space & Padding………………………………………………………….. 57
Restraining the Wheelchair Occupant…………………………………………………… 57
Using Postural Belts & Supports…………………………………………………………… 58
Trays & Other Wheelchair Components………………………………………………….. 59
WTORS Manufacturers……………………………………………………………………….... 60
Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting……………………………………………………………...………………...... 61
Important Information
Maintenance, Operating & Safety Instructions……………….............……………. 62
Warranty……………………………………………………………..……………………..………. Back Cover

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READ BEFORE USE
Read the user’s guide completely before use and fully understand its content. Familiarize yourself with
the handling and functions of the product before use and practice them. Any caregiver that is going to
operate this chair should also read the user’s guide in full.
You are responsible for the safety of the user. The safety of the user could be affected if you do
not follow the instructions in this user’s guide. Nevertheless, not all possible circumstances and
unpredictable situations can be covered by this user’s guide. Reason, care, and circumspection are
not features of the product; they are required of persons who use the product. If instructions are not
clear and further explanation is necessary, please contact your Convaid provider. If you do not follow
all instructions and warnings, serious injury or damage to the chair may occur.
DEFINITION OF SYMBOLS
WARNING!
The word “WARNING” and/or the symbol shown indicates practices that are unsafe or
dangerous and could result in serious injury or death to the occupant of this chair or others.
WARNING! READ USER’S GUIDE!
Additional symbols are dened throughout this user’s guide along with operating instructions.
This symbol indicates potential nger entrapment.
This symbol indicates correct lifting points for safe moving and handling.
This symbol indicates manufactured date.
This symbol indicates maximum user's weight.

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This symbol indicates a wheelchair which cannot be used in a motor vehicle as a vehicle seat.
This wheelchair does not comply with WC19 (RESNA WC-4:2012 or ISO7176-19:2008) and
cannot be used as a vehicle seat to transport the user in a vehicle.
This symbol indicates a wheelchair which can be used in a motor vehicle as a vehicle seat.
This wheelchair complies with ISO7176-19:2008 and can be used as a vehicle seat to
transport the user in a vehicle.
This symbol indicates the position of an anchor point when using a 4 -point tiedown system
(WTORS) during transit.
This symbol indicates a wheelchair which can be used in a motor vehicle as a vehicle seat.
This wheelchair complies with WC19 RESNA WC-4:2012 and can be used as a vehicle seat to
transport the user in a vehicle.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT CHAIR & SAFETY OPTIONS
There are several options available to meet the needs of the wheelchair user. Make sure that your
(and your health care provider’s) choice of chair and other added options takes into account the user’s
comfort, positioning, physical limitations, and hazards that may be encountered during daily use.
Operating the manual wheelchair outside of the recommendations provided by the manufacturer can
lead to a dangerous situation.
The wheelchair is not suitable for jogging, running, skating or similar activities. Swiveling front wheels
tend to wobble at higher speeds and can cause a sudden stop, and the wheelchair can tip over. Use
the wheelchair only at regular walking speed. Under no circumstance should you let go of the push
handle while pushing.
The durability of this product is ve years when it is used with proper care and maintenance according
to the user’s guide.
Final selection of the type of device and any accessories or adjustments rests solely with the user and
their health care provider. Some important factors to consider when choosing a conguration include,
but are not limited to:
1. The user’s disability, strength, balance, coordination, and ability limitations.
2. Neurological and orthopedic needs of the user.
3. Behavioral factors such as maturity and psychosocial development.
4. All factors should be considered when choosing a chair conguration as this can affect
performance and function of the chair.

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Indications for Use
The Convaid Flyer models are manual wheelchairs; they are intended to provide mobility to persons
with disabilities who are partially or permanently non-ambulatory and limited to a sitting position.
In addition, the Flyer transit models have been tested and comply with the requirements of RESNA WC
4 Section-19:2012, “Wheelchairs used as seating in a motor vehicles”.
Intended Use
Convaid’s Flyer series are a lightweight ridge high-strength aluminum and steel manual wheelchair
base with a removable mobility seating system for everyday indoor and outdoor use on at rm terrain.
These persons typically have some form of neuromuscular disorder that limits their ability to self-
propel such as Cerebral Palsy.
Note: The end user of all Convaid attendant propelled wheelchair products is not determined by age
but by body dimensions and mass. Please read and follow all warnings carefully to insure the safety of
the user.
General Warnings
WARNING: The operator/caregiver must read and understand this manual
prior to operating this equipment. If you are unable to understand any part of
this manual, contact your supplier for assistance.
WARNING: The weight carried by the Flyer chair must never exceed the total
weight capacity of:
Cane Position Transit Weight Capacity Non-transit Weight Capacity
1 85 lbs./39 kg 85 lbs./39 kg
2 170 lbs./77 kg 170 lbs./77 kg
3 170 lbs. /77 kg 170 lbs. /77 kg
4 170 lbs. /77 kg 170 lbs. /77 kg
Note: Weight capacity equals maximum occupant size plus any items carried.
When using the chair in transit, all non-medically necessary devices must be
removed from the chair and secured separately.
WARNING: When the back cane is factory set to position 1 the total weight
carried by the Flyer must never exceed 85 lbs (39 kg).

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of an accident:
• ALWAYS carefully read the User’s Guide and become comfortable with
operating the chair.
• ALWAYS watch for obstacles and avoid them as often as possible.
• MAKE SURE that the chair operates properly. Repair any problems before
use.
• ALWAYS verify that the quick-release axles are locked so that the back
wheels do not come off.
• ALWAYS secure the user into the chair during use.
WARNING: Positioning belts should never be used as a safety restraint device
in a motor vehicle when transporting chair with occupant. An additional WC19
compliant automotive type seat belt is required when the chair is used in
transport vehicles.
WARNING: Changes & Adjustments
Adjustments made to the chair may change the balance and function of the
chair and may increase risk of tip over. Consult the Convaid Service Dealer
before making adjustments.
WARNING: No modications may be made to the mobility base or seating
module, including but not limited to:
• Drilling holes
• Removing rivets
Warranty will be voided if modications that change the structure of the
mobility base and/or seating module of the chair are made without
manufacturer’s authorization.
WARNING: Unauthorized modications may cause a safety hazard. If the
warning is ignored, damage to your chair, and the potential severe injury of the
person using the chair for unintended purposes, can occur.
WARNING: The chair should only be used on at, rm terrain.

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WARNING: Use caution if performing stretching exercises, or any activity that
results in leaning, as this may cause the chair to tip over.
WARNING: Do not go up or down stairs without the assistance of another
person or with user in the chair. If devices such as ramps or elevators are
available, please use them. If they are not available, then the chair should be
carried over the obstacle by two people without the user in the chair.
WARNING: Pay particular attention when on slopes and inclines to prevent the
user from:
• Falling out of the chair.
• The chair from tipping over.
• The chair from rolling away.
WARNING: Before removing the user from the chair and before returning the
user to it, always engage the wheel locks. Never remove or place user without
engaging the wheel locks.
WARNING: Never leave the user unattended in the chair even when they are
strapped in and the wheel locks are engaged.
WARNING: Do not stand on the foot support when getting in or out of the chair.
WARNING: When the user reaches for objects in front, to the side, or behind
the chair, be sure that they do not lean out of the chair too far since the shift in
the center of gravity might cause the chair to tilt or tip over.
WARNING: Please keep packaging material away from children. Plastic
packaging presents the danger of suffocation.
WARNING: The chair is only intended to carry one user at a time. Do not carry
more than one user at a time.
WARNING: Whenever you change a setting on the chair, make sure that you
rmly tighten any screws or knobs that have been loosened prior to placing the
user in the chair.

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WARNING: Do not perform wheelies as they may affect the center of gravity
and cause the chair to tip over.
WARNING: Motor vehicle safety – The seating module is not designed, tested or
intended to be used as a car seat. Never use the seating module as a car seat.
Transfer the user from the chair to an approved motor vehicle adaptive car seat.
If your chair is equipped with the transit option, refer to the transit section in
this manual regarding use of this chair for transit.
WARNING: Never use this chair on an escalator because the chair may tip over.
WARNING: Many of the screws, bolts, and nuts used on this chair are
specialized or high-strength fasteners. Only use fasteners purchased through
Convaid or a Convaid service dealer.
WARNING: During transit, the chair must be forward facing with all
non-medically necessary accessories removed.
WARNING: The chair could lose its ame resistant characteristics when using
aftermarket seating or cushion.
WARNING: Do not leave or store the chair in direct sun/heat over a long period
of time. Check the temperature of the chair prior to usage.

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WARNING: When transferring the user from the chair:
• Work with your health care advisor to learn safe transfer and lifting
methods.
• Have someone help you until you know how to do a safe transfer of the
dependent on your own.
• Move your user’s mobility device as close as you can to the location you are
transferring to.
• Rotate the front casters until they point forward.
• Engage the parking brake before you transfer. This keeps the device stable
during the transfer.
• When transferring a user into the device, make sure they are placed as far
back onto the seat surface as possible. This will reduce the risk that the
mobility device will tip over and/or move away from you.
WARNING: If the user reaches or leans it will affect the center of balance of the
mobility device. This may cause a fall or tip over.
WARNING: NEVER allow the user to reach or lean if they must rise up off
their seat for the action.
WARNING: If the user must reach, move the mobility device as close as you
can to the object, and rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as
possible.
Note: To do this: Move your mobility device past the object that the user might
want to reach, then back up alongside it.

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Flyer Standard Features Overview
Full Assembly Front and Back
Mobility Base
Seating System
Docking Tubes
Serial Number Label (inside)
6” x 2”
(152 x 51 mm)
Front Solid Tires
12” x 2.5” (305 x 64 mm)
Rear Solid Tires
Single Bar Foot Operated
Wheel Lock
Transit Anchor Attachment Location
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Fig. 3
FLYER
(Module)
S/N: FL-P1T-00001
2017-7
85 lbs

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Seating Module Standard Front and Back
90° Removable Front Riggings Individual Fixed Footplates Safety Latch Lock on Lock Bar
Tilt Adjustment Lever
Seating Module
Back Crossbar
Tilt Cable
Recline Adjustment Cord
Recline Lock Pins
Transit
Anchor
Attachment
Location
Fig. 4

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Seating Module with Pans
H-harness
Attaching Slots
Height and Width
Adjustable Back
Seating Module
Width Adjustable
Seat Pans
Serial Number Label
Fig. 5
FLYER
(Module)
S/N: FL-P1T-00001
2017-7
85 lbs
Transit Anchor
Attachment Location

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Seat Width 12/305 13/330 14/356 15/381 16/406
Seat Depth
Options
Total available seat depth range is 11 - 21/279 - 533; customer to select range
setting based on back cane position; each seat depth has 4/102 of growth.
Seat Back
Height Options
3 back cane height options to achieve 19/483, 22/559 and 25/635
with back pans, range is 13 - 25/330 - 635
Seat to Footplate
Elevating Legrest
9 - 14/
229 - 356
9 - 14/
229 - 356
11 - 16/
279 - 406
11 - 16/
279 - 406
13 -18/
330 - 457
Seat to Footplate
Elevating Legrest
with ipped
footplates
5.25 - 11.25/
133.35 -
285.75
5.25 - 11.25/
133.35 -
285.75
7.25 - 13.25/
184 - 336.5
7.25 -
13.25/
184 - 336.5
9.25 -
15.25/
235 - 387.35
Seat to Footplate
Standard 90°
Fixed
Range is 6 – 11.5/152 - 292
Seat to Floor 2 wheel options provide 15/381 and 17/432 STF
Seat to Back Angle 80 - 110° (std)
Back Recline 80 - 170° (option)
Tilt Range -5° (forward) to 40° (rear)
Overall Height 15”
STF/17”STF
34 - 40/
864 - 1016
(3/76
increments)
36-42/
914 - 1067
(3/76
increments)
Height varies based on selected back cane
height and selected seat to oor height
Overall Length 25.75/654
size 1
28/711 size 5 Varies based on selected tires
Overall Width 21/533 22/559 23/584 24/610 25/635
Folded Length 25.75/654
size 1
28/711 size 5 Varies based on selected tires
Folded Width 21/533 22/559 23/584 24/610 25/635
Folded Height Varies based on selected tires, 21.5 - 23.5/546 - 597
Headrest
Extension
22/559 25/635 28/711 Varies based on back
cane height selection
Shoulder Strap
Height
17/432 20/508 23/584 Varies based on back
cane height selection
Push Handle
Adjustments
±9/229 after selecting back cane size
Weight Capacity
(Regular)
Back Cane Position 1: 85 lbs/39 kg.
Back Cane Positions 2 - 4: 170 lbs/77 kg.
Model Size FL 12 FL 13 FL 14 FL 15 FL 16
FLYER SPECIFICATIONS (Inches/Millimeters)

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Weight Capacity
(Transit)
Back Cane Position 1: 85 lbs/39 kg.
Back Cane Positions 2 - 4: 170 lbs/77 kg.
Weight of Chair (varies
based on tires)
12/305 tires: 30.7 lbs/14 kg. (mobility base = 13.9 lbs/6.3 kg., seating
system with leg rest = 16.8 lbs/7 kg.)
16/406 tires: 34 lbs/15 kg. (mobility base = 17 lbs/7.7 kg., seating
system with leg rest and footplate = 16.8 lbs/7.6 kg.)
Material (mobility base) Steel/Aluminum
Material (plastic parts) Fiber glass strengthened polyamide
Material (cushion) Fire-resistant foam*
Material (fabrics) Fire-resistance nylon, polyester*
* Resistance to ignition of upholstered parts complies to BS-EN 1021-1 and -2
RESNA WC-1 Annex A Information Disclosure
FLYER SPECIFICATIONS (Inches/Millimeters)
Wheelchair Model: Flyer Series Wheelchair Type: Manual
Maximum Occupant Mass: 170 lbs. / 77 kg.
Name and Address of Manufacturer:
Convaid Products
2830 California Street
Torrance, CA 90503
Disclosure Information (RESNA)
Standard
Reference Minimum
Value Maximum Value
Section Clause
Static Stability Forward - Wheels Unlocked
1
9.2 10.6° 41°
Static Stability Rearward - Wheels Unlocked 10.26 13° 37°
Static Stability Rearward - Wheels Locked 10.3 10° 28°
Static Stability Anti-Tip - Wheels Unlocked 11.2 19° 33°
Static Stability Sideways - Wheels Unlocked 12.1 17° 27°
Overall Length
5
8.2 654.05 mm
Overall Width 8.3 533.4 mm 635 mm
Stowage Length 8.5 654.1 mm
Stowage Width 8.6 533.4 mm 635 mm
Stowage Height 8.7 546.1 mm
Total Mass 8.9 13.2 kg
Mass of Heaviest Part 8.10 7 kg
Pivot Width 8.11 1193.8 mm
Required Width of Right Angled Corridor 8.15 914.4 mm

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RESNA WC-1 Annex A Information Disclosure
Disclosure Information (RESNA)
Standard
Reference Minimum
Value Maximum Value
Section Clause
Seat Plane Angle
7
7.3.2 -5° 40°
Effective Seat Depth 7.3.3 393. 7 mm 647 mm
Effective Seat Width 7.3.4 304.8 mm 406.4 mm
Seat Surface Height at Front Edge 7.3.6 381 mm
Back Support Angle 7.3.7 -10° 20°
Back Support Height 7.3.8 482.6 mm
Foot Support to Seat 7.3.12 147.3 mm 279.4 mm
Leg To Seat Surface Angle 7.3.16 90°
Arm Support Height 7.3.17 228.6 mm 342.9 mm
Front Location of Arm Support Structure 7.3.23 254 mm
Propelling Wheel Diameter and Size Including
Width
7.3.25
Horizontal Location of Axle 7.3.26 4.3 mm
Static Impact and Fatigue Testing Requirements (pass/fail) Pass
Resistance to ignition - requirements (pass/fail) Pass
Requirements and test methods for static, impact and fatigue strengths (RESNA WC-1 Sec. 8) met? Yes
Requirements for Resistance to ignition in accordance with RESNA WC-1 Section 16 met? Yes

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Tools Required
• 5/32” Allen wrench (included)
• 7/16” Wrench
• 3/8” Wrench
• Phillips Screwdriver
Chair Set Up & Adjustment
Contents in the Box
List of items included in the box:
• Mobility base and seating module
• Set (pair) of rear wheels
• User’s Guide
• Accessories as ordered
• 5/32” Allen wrench
How to Remove Chair from Box
1. Place box at on the oor.
2. Verify that package is in good shape and that no damage has occurred during shipping.
3. Remove the chair from the packaging material.
4. Check to make sure that your order is complete.
Preparing the Chair for Use
Once you have all components as ordered, the directions in this User’s Guide will guide you through
the process of preparing the chair for use.
Convaid recommends the initial tting, adjustments, and setup take place with the help of your
Convaid Representative and/or Convaid Service Dealer. However, if the instructions contained in this
user’s guide are followed carefully, a caregiver or attendant will be able to set up and assemble the
chair.

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Fig. 6 Fig. 7
1. Install rear wheels on mobility base if they have been removed. Conrm the wheels are all the way
in and that you have heard the “click”, indicating securement on the axle.
2. Pull on the recline cord on the back of the seating module, and bring the seat back to an upright
position. Fig. 6
3. Install 90° removable front riggings by squeezing red levers on both right and left sides and slide
onto leg rest extension tube. Fig. 7
1. Install rear wheels if they have been removed. Conrm that the wheels are all the way in and that
you have heard the “click” indicating securement on the axle.
Unfolding the Chair
Unfolding Instructions with Seating Module Attached to Mobility Base:
Preparing Mobility Base without Seating Module:
WARNING: Keep ngers free of folding mechanism.
Folding/Unfolding the Seating Module
The Flyer Chair can be folded into a compact mode that is ideal for transport and storage. Folding
action may be limited with positioning equipment installed. Always properly secure the Flyer in a
safe location when transporting as cargo In a vehicle.

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1. Remove user from the chair.
2. While holding the back on the push handle, pull on the recline cord. Make sure you are pulling
from the center of the pull strap. Fig. 8
3. Fold the seat back forward by pulling on the recline cord and pushing the seat back forward, then
release recline cord. Fig. 9
4. Simultaneously grasp and squeeze red levers on both sides of the 90 degree removable leg rest
(if equipped) and pull out to remove. Folding may be limited by positioning components. Fig. 10
1. Move the seat back to the upright position.
2. Adjust seat to back angle to desired position and release the recline cord.
NOTE: Check for proper pin engagement.
Folding Instructions with Seating Module Attached to Mobility Base:
Unfolding Instructions with Seating Module Attached to Mobility Base:
Fig. 8 Fig. 9 Fig. 10
WARNING: Never attempt to fold the Flyer Chair with a user in it. This could
result in serious injury.
WARNING: Do not place user in the chair until you have veried that the folding
action is properly locked.
WARNING: When loaded into a vehicle always be sure that the seating module
and mobility base are properly secured.
WARNING: Do not allow children near the chair while folding to avoid possible
pinch points.
WARNING: Make sure tilt is returned to upright position before folding.

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Lifting/Carrying the Mobility Base
1. To safely lift or carry the Flyer, grasp the curved side mobility
base tubes using two hands, keeping clear of wheels and
accessories. Fig. 14
Fig. 14
WARNING: ALWAYS carry the seating module by the seating module backrest
handle bar and the seating module’s lock bar.
WARNING: ALWAYS check that the seating module tilt and recline mechanisms
are locked in place before attempting to lift or carry the seating module.
WARNING: When carrying/lifting the Flyer, please keep your hands away from
folding mechanisms.
WARNING: Accessories will add extra weight to the module. Lift with caution.
Lifting/Carrying the Seating Module
1. To safely lift or carry the Seating Module, hold it using two hands. Fig. 11
2. With one hand, hold the seating module by the backrest handle bar located on the back of the
seating module. Fig. 12
3. With the other hand, hold the lock bar located on the bottom of the seat. Fig. 13
Fig. 11 Fig. 12 Fig. 13