EZee Life CH1043 User manual

Model: CH1044
EZee Life™ Products
34 Futurity Gate, Unit 15, Concord, Ontario L4K 1S6
Ezee Transport Chair
Model: CH1043
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Specifications:
Frame - Lightweight Aluminum
Weight – 20 lbs (9.1 kgs)
Casters – 8” (20.3 cm)
Seat Width – 18” (45.7 cm)
Seat Depth – 16” (40.6 cm)
Seat Height – 19” (48.3 cm)
Back Height – 17” (43.2 cm)
Arm Height – 9” (22.9 cm)
Footrest Type – Flip up
Footrest Length – 16” to 19” (40 to 48 cm)
Brake – Attendant Brake System
Weight Capacity – 220 lbs (100 kgs)
Features:
Fold down backrest
Fold down arms
Padded arm rest
Adjustable height removable footrests
Carrying strap
Travel bag for transporting
Limited Warranty:
EZee Life™ products carry a one year warranty against manufacturing
defects, faulty materials and workmanship only.
Any alterations, misuse, abuse, or accidental damage voids this
warranty. Ezee Life™ reserves the right to replace or repair any part
that has become defective.
The warranty does not extend to consequential costs resulting from
the fault or defect of the product: freight and travel costs, loss of
earnings, or other expenses that one may incur.
Warranty is valid for the original purchaser only and the original receipt
must be presented before any warranty options are considered.
Please also be prepared to provide the date of purchase and serial
number.
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Operating Instructions
Folding the Chair
The CH1043 Transport chair can be folded for storage and transportation with just a few
easy steps.
1. Pull pins (3) that secure the front of the arms (1) and allow them to drop
down.
2. Release locks (4) on back and fold back down.
3. Fold footplates (5) up and lift footrests (6) all the way up vertically.
4. Lift folding straps (7) to complete folding procedure.
Open (Unfold) the Chair
1. Pull lifting straps (7) apart and push down seat rails until seat
upholstery is taut to unfold chair.
2. Fold backrest up until the fold down locks (4) engage.
3. Lower footrests (6) and flip down footplates (5).
4. Lift arms (1) and position front arm posts into arm brackets (2) and
ensure the locking pin (3) is engaged (Seat upholstery must be taut
for arms to lock properly)
Wheel Locks
djusting the Cables
The wheel locks may require adjustment from time to time. This is
normal for any device using wire cables.
To adjust the wheel locks, loosen the wheel lock nut
(8) and turn the cable adjustment screw (9) clockwise
to loosen the brakes and counter-
clockwise to tighten them.
Once adjusted, re-tighten the lock nut being
careful not to allow the adjustment screw to turn.
When adjusted properly, the brake bar (10) should embed into
the tire deep enough to prevent the wheel from turning
when wheel locks are applied.
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Using the Wheel Locks
The wheel locks are for holding the chair parked, not for
slowing the chair down on ramps or other
inclines.
To apply the wheel locks, squeeze the
wheel lock levers (11) mounted on the push
handles. They will lock in the “on” position.
( f they do not lock they may need repair
or adjustment)
To disengage the wheel locks, squeeze the levers and and release
them by squeezing the release lever (12) with one finger while
releasing the wheel lock lever.
Footplates
The footrests (6) are fixed onto the chair frame
and have flip up footplates (13).
The heel straps (14) are mounted on the
back of the footplates (13) to keep the user's
feet from slipping off the back of the foot plate.
To flip up the foot plates, simple grasp the
inside edges (15) and fold up vertical.
(The footplates should always be in the vertical position when
the user is entering or leaving the chair)
Footplate Height djustment
The foot plate height can be adjusted for the comfort of the user.
1. Compress the footrest height locking pins (16).
2. Slide the footplate (13) up or down to the
desired height and the locking pins pop
through the adjustment holes (17).
The footplate height is correct when the weight of the
lower legs is carried through the feet onto the footplates
without causing the user's knees to be elevated off the
seat.
Please note that foot plate adjustment height is often a compromise.
1. For those with long legs, the foot plates may be too close to the
ground. Depending on the terrain, the foot plates should be about
two inches from the ground.
A cushion can be used to raise the user an inch or two to elevate
the user and provide more clearance under the foot plates.
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Footplate Height djustment (con't)
2. For those with short legs, the foot plates may not be high enough
at their highest position to support the feet.
The best solution for those with short legs is to wear shoes with
thicker soles. If this is still not sufficient, please contact your
retailer for advice.
Wheels and Casters
The wheels and casters have maintenance free solid tires installed
that will not become flat if they are cut or punctured by debris on the
ground.
The chair is fitted with 8” diameter swivel casters for maneuverability.
rm Rests
The arm rests will drop down to allow the chair to be pushed closer
to tables or for easier access to the user but should be locked in
place when the user is transferring or being pushed.
Safety Information
Ensure the back is locked securely before using this transport chair.
Ensure the hand grips are not loose before using the transport chair. If
loose or worn, replace.
To avoid tipping, DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move
forward in the seat.
To avoid tipping, DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to pick
them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees.
To avoid tipping, DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery to
reach objects behind you, this my cause the transport chair to tip over.
To avoid tipping, DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the
direction you are reaching.
DO NOT use an escalator to move a transport chair between floors.
Serious bodily injury may occur.
DO NOT attempt to stop, or slow, a moving transport chair with wheel
locks. Wheel locks are not brakes.
DO NOT sit or transfer into the transport chair unless it is fully open.
DO NOT climb, go up or down ramps or traverse slopes greater than
9 degrees.
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Safety Information (cont'd)
Travel up and down slopes and inclines. DO NOT travel across
inclines.
Use caution on slippery surfaces.
DO NOT over tighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could
cause damage to the frame tubing or strip the threads.
DO NOT stand on foot plates.
DO NOT Stand on seat.
DO NOT overload this transport chair. The weight capacity is 220 lbs
(100 kgs) including the user and any things they may be carrying.
Inspection Items
Ensure transport chair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one
side).
Inspect the upholstery for tears and/or sagging.
Inspect hand grips for wear, looseness or damage.
Inspect for any loose or broken hardware or parts.
Inspect for cracked, broken or loose spokes.
Ensure the hand brakes DO NOT interfere with the tires when rolling.
Ensure the hand brakes are easy to engage.
Dealer Information
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