Medline MDS808200SLRR Series Operating manual

10/20/2008
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Medline Transport Wheelchairs
MDS808150
MDS808200
MDS808210AR
MDS808210AB
MDS808200AR MDS808200AB
MDS808200PC MDS808210PC
MDS808200SLRR*
MDS808200SLBR*
MDS808200SLRC*
MDS808200SLBC*
*patent pending
Owner’s & Maintenance Guide
DEALER: This manual must be given to the user of the wheelchair.
USER: Please read this manual before operation for, warnings, maintenance and
safe usage instructions of this wheelchair.

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Congratulations on your selection of a
Medline Transport Wheelchair.
Medline wheelchairs are the result of extensive
engineering and are manufactured to meet our rigid specifications
and to surpass your expectations.
Medline wheelchairs are designed to combine comfort, safety and
reliability. Medline Industries, Inc. is committed to the quality of our
products and to the satisfaction of our customers.
NOTE: Transport wheelchairs are ideal for airports, shopping centers or other
public places that require short term transport from one location to another. They
are designed for safe and efficient transport with someone pushing the chair.
Transport wheelchairs are not intended for independent use by individuals as the
design does not allow maneuvering by the occupant.
REORDER NUMBERS:
MDS808150 Excel
Transport 17” wide, permanent full-length arms, swing-away detachable footrests,
steel frame, black upholstery
MDS808200 Excel
Transport 19” wide, permanent full-length arms, swing-away detachable footrests,
steel frame, black upholstery
MDS808210AR Excel
Deluxe Aluminum
Transport
19” wide, permanent full-length arms, swing-away detachable footrests,
red aluminum frame, black upholstery, hand grip wheel locks
MDS808210AB Excel
Deluxe Aluminum
Transport
19” wide, permanent full-length arms, swing-away detachable footrests,
blue aluminum frame, black upholstery, hand grip wheel locks
MDS808200AR Excel
Aluminum Transport 19” wide, permanent full-length arms, swing-away detachable footrests,
red aluminum frame, black upholstery
MDS808200AB Excel
Aluminum Transport 19” wide, permanent full-length arms, swing-away detachable footrests,
blue aluminum frame, black upholstery
MDS808200PC Excel
Aluminum Transport 19” wide, permanent full-length arms, swing-away detachable footrests,
steel frame, plaid upholstery
MDS808200SLRR/SLRC
MDS808200SLBR/SLBC
Freedom Superlight
Transport Wheelchair
19” wide, permanent desk-length arms*, swing-away detachable footrests,
red aluminum frame, black upholstery
*desk length arms allow for greater ease in getting into/out of the chair

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Typical Product Specifications for Transport Wheelchairs:
MODEL Excel Transport Excel Transport Excel Aluminum Transport Excel Deluxe Aluminum
Transport Excel Superlight Freedom Transport
Model # MDS808150 MDS808200 MDS808200PC MDS808200AR/AB MDS808210AR/AB/PC
MDS808200SLRR/SLRC
MDS808200SLBR/SLBC
Size (seat width) 17” 19” 19.5” 19” 19”
Seat depth 16” 16” 16” 16” 16”
Weight (w/o legrests) 25 lbs 25 lbs 15.5 lbs 23.5lbs 15.5 lbs
Weight Capacity 300lbs 300lbs 300lbs 300lbs 300lbs
Armrests permanent full-length permanent full-length permanent full-length permanent full-length fixed desk length
Arm pads vinyl, black vinyl, black
PC - nylon, plaid nylon, black nylon, black
PC – nylon, plaid nylon, black
Legrests steel, chrome plated steel, chrome plated aluminum, red aluminum red/blue/red aluminum, red
Frame fixed /folding backrest fixed /folding backrest fixed /folding backrest fixed /folding backrest fixed /folding backrest
Upholstery nylon, black, seat belt nylon, black or plaid,
seat belt nylon, black, seat belt, hand loop nylon, black or plaid, seat belt nylon, black, seat belt, hand loop
Casters plastic, black plastic, black plastic, black plastic, black plastic, black
Front tire 8” polyurethane,
black 8” polyurethane, black 5.5” polyurethane black 8” polyurethane, black 5.5” polyurethane, black
Rear tire 8” polyurethane,
black 8” polyurethane, black 8” polyurethane, black 12” polyurethane, black 8” polyurethane, black
Fork steel, chrome plated steel, chrome plated aluminum, silver aluminum, silver plastic, black
Foot plate aluminum Aluminum plastic, black plastic, black plastic, black
Brake style push to lock brake push to lock brake pull to lock brake push to lock brake pull to lock brake
Brakes rear wheels rear wheels rear wheels hand grip and rear wheels rear wheels
Warranty : Frame &
Crossbar Limited Lifetime Limited Lifetime Limited Lifetime Limited Lifetime Limited Lifetime
Warranty: Upholstery
Parts & Components 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year
HCPCS code -- -- E1038 E1038 --
Miscellaneous
cup holder, wallet with key
ring, cell phone bag on back
upholstery
*Patent Pending

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A CAREGIVER / TRANSPORTER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES
WHILE THE TRANSPORT WHEELCHAIR IS IN USE. NEVER LEAVE THE
OCCUPANT UNATTENDED. THIS WHEELCHAIR DESIGN IS NOT
INTENDED TO ALLOW A PATIENT TO MANEUVER THE WHEELCHAIR.
TO ENSURE YOUR SAFETY IN USING THIS MEDLINE TRANSPORT
CHAIR, ALL WARNINGS AND SAFETY INFORMATION AND ALL
INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE CHAIR.
DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND
UNDERSTANDING THE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS BOOKLET.
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS OR
INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DURABLE
MEDICAL DEALER OR TECHNICAL PERSONNEL, OR CONTACT
MEDLINE AT 1-800-MEDLINE BEFORE USE - OTHERWISE SERIOUS
BODILY INJURY OR PRODUCT DAMAGE MAY OCCUR.
A QUALIFIED WHEELCHAIR TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM ANY REPAIR
OR CHANGE TO THIS WHEELCHAIR OR SERIOUS INJURY MAY OCCUR.
TECHNICIANS: DO NOT SERVICE THE WHEELCHAIR WITHOUT FIRST
READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS OWNER’S MANUAL. IF YOU ARE
UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, OR
INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT MEDLINE AT 1-800-MEDLINE.
DO NOT USE ACCESSORIES, PARTS, OR ADAPTERS OTHER THAN
THOSE AUTHORIZED BY MEDLINE.
CONSULT WITH YOUR DOCTOR, PHYSICAL OR OCCUPATIONAL
THERAPIST, OR OTHER QUALIFIED PROFESSIONAL REGARDING THE
SELECTION OF THE TYPE OF WHEELCHAIR AND ACCESSORIES BEST
SUITED TO YOUR INDIVIDUAL NEEDS AND CAPABILITIES.
ÌWARNINGS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Reorder Numbers………………….……….……………………………………... 2
Product Specifications…………………………………………………………… 3
General WARNINGS…………….……………………………..………………….. 4
Table of Contents………………………..………………………………………... 5
WARNINGS and Safety Instructions............................................................. 6
Guidelines: Safety and Handling of Wheelchairs……………………………. 9
List of Contents……………………………………………………………………. 12
General Use Instructions
Opening/Closing the Wheelchair…………………………………………………. 12
Folding/Unfolding seat back………………………………………………………. 13
Wheel Locks………………………………………………………………………… 14
Adjusting the Wheel Locks……………………………………………………....... 15
Locking/Unlocking handgrip (specific models)………………………………….. 18
Installing / Removing the Swing-Away Legrest Riggings…………...……........ 19
Safety Inspection and Maintenance…………………………………………… 20
Monthly Check list / Troubleshooting…………………………………………….. 20
Installing/Removing front wheels………………………………………………… 21
Medline Limited Warranty…………………………………………………………. 22
Safety Inspection Checklist……………………………………………………….. 23

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WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ÌGeneral Information
DO NOT use this product without first reading and understanding the instructions
contained in this booklet. If you are unable to understand the Warnings, Cautions or
Instructions, contact a healthcare professional, durable medical equipment dealer or
technical personnel, or contact Medline at 1-800-Medline before use - otherwise
serious bodily injury or product damage may occur.
Transport wheelchairs are ideal for airports, shopping centers or other public places
that require short term transport from one location to another. They are designed for
safe and efficient transport with someone pushing the chair. Transport wheelchairs
are not intended for independent use by wheelchair bound individuals. The design
does not allow maneuvering by the occupant.
DO NOT use the wheelchair in a vehicle for transport. This wheelchair has not been
approved as a seat surface to be used within a vehicle of any kind. Always transfer
the wheelchair user to an approved vehicle seat and use restraints available from the
auto industry for this application.
DO NOT exceed the weight capacity of the wheelchair: 300lbs. The weight capacity
includes the weight of the rider plus items carried or attached to the wheelchair.
DO NOT use the wheelchair while weight training. Medline wheelchairs have not been
tested for any type of weight training. If the chair is used during weight training,
Medline will not be held liable. If the weight capacity is exceeded, risk
of fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur which can result in bodily injury or
product damage.
Use of the seat belt is recommended to maximize safety and stability.
The wheelchair is designed for use on firm, even surfaces such as concrete, asphalt,
and indoor floors and carpeting.
DO NOT operate the wheelchair on streets or roadways.
DO NOT operate the wheelchair on loose, slippery, or uneven surfaces such as sand,
gravel, hills, dirt roads, or ice.
DO NOT operate the wheelchair on inclines greater than 10% (6 degrees) without
assistance.
DO NOT attempt to go up or down inclines that are covered with oil, water, ice or any
other potentially slippery substance.
DO NOT attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles. Doing so may cause your
wheelchair to tip over and cause bodily harm to you or damage to the wheelchair.
DO NOT use the wheelchair on stairs or escalators.
ÌEnvironmental
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WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ÌGeneral Use
DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair.
DO NOT stand or put pressure on the footrests. When getting in or out of the
wheelchair, make sure the footplates are in the up position.
DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any detachable components.
There are potential finger pinch point areas at moving parts and between the seat
frame and the seat cradles on some models. When opening the wheelchair, take care
not to place your hand or fingers between the seat frame and the seat cradles (if
present) or on any other moving parts.
ALWAYS keep hands and fingers away from moving parts. DO NOT sit in the
wheelchair until the seat is completely in the open position. Risk of injury may occur
if care is not taken.
Ensure the seatback fold-down section is locked in the upright position before use.
The wheelchair should be on a stable, level surface with the wheel locks engaged
before transferring the user to or from the wheelchair.
Completely engage the wheel locks when entering and leaving the wheelchair or
using the wheelchair in an elevator or a wheelchair lift.
DO NOT transfer in or out of the wheelchair on your own unless you have sufficient
upper body strength, balance and agility and have been instructed in transfer
techniques by a health professional. Every precaution should be taken to reduce the
gap distance between the wheelchair and the target seat or bed. Turn both casters
parallel to the object you are transferring to.
DO NOT use the wheel locks (or hand grip locks if present) to stop the wheelchair
from moving. Wheel locks are not brakes. DO NOT use the wheel locks to slow your
descent down an incline.
Changing direction when going down an incline could cause instability.
DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any farther than the length of the
armrests.
DO NOT attempt to reach for objects if doing so means you must move forward in the
seat.
DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by
reaching down between your knees.
DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the
wheelchair may tip over.
DO NOT attempt to lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects.
Before leaning or reaching forward, make sure to rotate the casters straight ahead toward the
front of the wheelchair and engage the wheel locks to prevent the wheelchair from tipping
over or moving.
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WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ÌGeneral Use
DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance. DO NOT lean the wheelchair back since this
can cause the wheelchair to tip over. If trying to reach objects, reach back only as far as your
arm will extend without altering your seating position.
Any person assisting the rider in maneuvering or lifting of the wheelchair must have sufficient
strength and be able to see obstacles in the path of travel. When learning a new assistance
technique, have an experienced assistant help you before attempting it alone. Remember to
use good body mechanics.
Contact with water or excess moisture may cause the non-aluminum wheelchairs to rust or
corrode. DO NOT use the chair in a shower, pool or other body of water. Avoid excess
moisture (example: do not leave the chair in a damp bathroom while taking a shower). Dry
the chair immediately if exposed to moisture.
When cleaning the hand grips, use only a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water.
Ensure the hand grips are dry before use. Use of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions
may result in the hand grips sliding off.
If the wheelchair is exposed to extreme temperatures, high humidity and/or becomes wet,
check the hand grips to ensure they are not loose and do not twist on the handle.
Avoid storing or using the wheelchair near open flames or combustible products.
DO NOT operate, maintain, or adjust the wheelchair without reading and understanding all
instructions in the manual.
DO NOT adjust the footrests any closer than 2 ½ inches from the floor.
DO NOT modify the wheelchair. Examples: drilling holes, grinding, welding parts, using non-
authorized / non-approved parts. Such modifications may change the chair’s structure and
center of balance which may increase the risk of serious injury to the user and void the
warranty.
ÌBefore EACH Use
9Make sure the chair rolls easily and that all parts work smoothly.
9Check for noise, vibration, or any change in use. Changes may indicate loose parts or
wheelchair damage.
9Check to ensure wheel locks are in good working order.
9Make sure hand grips are not loose and cannot be moved or twisted.
9Make sure the seatback is locked in the upright position.
9Have any problem found repaired promptly with authorized parts.
ÌAdjustments
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GUIDELINES:
SAFETY & HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS
Center of Gravity, Balance and Stability
The transport wheelchair has been designed to be safe and stable during normal transport
activity as long as proper balance is maintained. The point at which a wheelchair will tip
forward, backward, or to the side depends on its center of balance. To assure stability and
proper operation of the wheelchair, the center of gravity must be maintained in the chair.
Center of gravity is the point at which all the weight of an object can be considered to be
concentrated and represents the balance point.
Most activities such as transferring in and out of the wheelchair, bending, and reaching
affect the center of gravity and weight distribution of the wheelchair. Addition of accessories
such as a backpack will also re-distribute weight. Loss of proper balance may cause the
chair to tip over. Use of the seat belt is advised to help maintain stability by minimizing
movement within the wheelchair seat. The use of anti-tip devices (available only for
MDS808200SLR /C models), especially when maneuvering on ramps or inclines, will also
enhance safety.
Transport wheelchairs are designed for safe and efficient transport with someone pushing
the chair. Transport wheelchairs are not intended for independent use by wheelchair bound
individuals. The design does not allow maneuvering by the occupant.
To determine safety limits of the transport chair, practice with activities such as transferring,
bending, and reaching with a healthcare professional that is knowledgeable about
wheelchair use.
To assure safe operation of the transport wheelchair, ALL of the Warnings and Instructions
in this manual must be followed. Failure to do so may result in tipping the wheel chair over
or causing the user to fall which may result in serious bodily injury or damage to the
wheelchair.
Some basic wheelchair safety guidelines follow. The guidelines are critical for standard
wheelchair use, however, the principles also hold true for transport chairs. If any of the
following activities are required while using the transport chairs, these guidelines must be
followed to ensure safety and to avoid potential injury to the user or the transporter and to
avoid damage to the chair.
Reaching / Leaning / Bending – FORWARD or SIDEWAYS
•Position the wheelchair as close as possible to the object.
•Make sure the front casters are pointing in a forward position. This extends the wheel
base and will help stabilize the chair.
•Make sure the wheel locks are engaged before activity.
•DO NOT attempt to reach for objects if doing so means you must move forward in the
seat. DO NOT shift your weight toward the direction you are reaching.
•DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching
down between your knees.
•DO NOT shift your weight or seat position toward the direction you are reaching.

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GUIDELINES:
SAFETY & HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS
Reaching / Leaning – BACKWARD
•Position the wheelchair as close as possible to the object.
•Make sure the front casters are pointing in a forward position. This extends the wheel
base and will help stabilize the chair.
•DO NOT engage the wheel locks – if your weight shifts while reaching backwards it is
better for the wheelchair to roll than to tip.
•DO NOT lean back over the top of the back upholstery.
•Reach back only as far as your arm will extend without changing your position in the
seat.
Transferring into and out of the wheelchair
Transport chairs do not have detachable arms, requiring the user to be able to stand and
assist with pivoting to the chair.
•Position the wheelchair as close as possible.
•Make sure both wheel locks are engaged.
•Remove or swing away the footrests that are in the transfer path.
•DO NOT put weight on the foot rests.
•Transfer as far back into the seat or onto the bed/chair as possible.
Obstacles
Obstacles such as floor threshold strips, uneven floors, cords or items on the floor, or cracks
in pavements can damage your wheelchair and may cause loss of control or a tip over. Be
alert! Scan your path and avoid any items that may cause instability.
Curbs, Steps and Stairs
Do not attempt to negotiate curbs or single steps without assistance. Ask your healthcare
worker to provide instructions regarding safe wheelchair use for curbs, steps and stairs.
Proper body mechanics and awareness of the center of gravity is crucial for these
maneuvers. The step tubes at the back of the chair are utilized to tilt the transport chair
backwards until the balance point is achieved and the front casters clear the curb/step.
Gently lower the front wheels to the ground and slowly roll the transport chair forward until
the rear wheels roll up over the curb/step.
Extreme caution is required if it is absolutely necessary to maneuver an occupied chair up or
down stairs. Two assistants with adequate body strength and endurance must be present.
DO NOT lift the chair by any removable parts (i.e. swing-away footrests). Make sure the
hand grips are not loose. Techniques for going up or down steps should be received from a
health care professional familiar with wheelchair use and practiced before attempting to
transport on stairs. If at all possible, an alternate means of transport up or down stairs is
recommended.