Nova 7000 Series User manual

7000 Series
Wheelchair User Guide
For models: 7160L, 7180L, 7200L
Revised on June 12, 2019

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User Guide
NOVA Steel Wheelchairs
7000 Series
OWNER
YOU MUST READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT
DEALER
YOU MUST SUPPLY THE OWNER WITH THIS MANUAL
WARNINGS
ALWAYS ensure that all grips and textured surfaces are secure before pushing, pulling,
or placing weight on such surfaces.
ALWAYS perform the initial product inspection and all follow-up inspections before
using the product.
DO NOT sit on product unless the product is fully open and in its normal usable
position.
DO NOT use on ramps or operate the product on inclines greater than 9 degrees of
slope.
DO NOT operate on moving walkways, escalators, roads, streets, or highways (Use
extreme caution when operating product in crowded areas or outdoors).
DO NOT operate product in bad weather or when ground conditions may impair
traction, such as ground with water, oil, ice, gravel, or any other slippery or unstable
substance.
DO NOT attempt to cross curbs, bumps, trenches, or other uneven surfaces. Doing so
may tip over the product. Operate product only on smooth well-maintained surfaces.
DO NOT attempt to reach objects while using product as this requires you to move
your weight, and can cause the product to tip over.
DO NOT reach for objects, as this requires you to move your weight, and can cause the
product to tip over.
DO NOT pick up objects from the oor, as this requires you to move your weight, and
can cause the product to tip over.
DO NOT tilt the wheelchair while occupied.
DO NOT use the attempt to stop a moving product by engaging the brakes.
DO NOT attempt to lift the product by lifting any removable part or surface.
DO NOT stand on the product, the product frame, or any other part of the product.
DO NOT use the footrests as a platform. When attempting to enter or exit the product,
ensure that the footrests are in the upward, unusable position.
DO NOT carry heavy weight while occupying the product. The product is not designed
for additional weight, and is not balanced to accommodate additional weight.
DO NOT lift weights or exercise while occupying the product.
DO NOT use this product without rst reading and understanding this manual.
DO NOT use this equipment without rst reading and understanding NOVA’s terms.
If you are unable to understand the CAUTIONS, TERMS AND CONDITIONS, AND
INSTRUCTIONS, then contact a healthcare professional, dealer, lawyer, or a qualied
technician before attempting to use this product - OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE
MAY RESULT. By using or continuing to use this product, YOU ARE AGREEING TO THE
NOVA TERMS AND CONDITIONS detailed at www.novajoy.com.

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COMMON PART LOCATIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SERVICE
All service must be performed while the wheelchair is unoccupied.
Minor adjustments may be attempted by an able-bodied individual. All minor
adjustments that one should attempt are detailed in the manual. Do not attempt any
adjustment or repair without reading and understanding the instructions in this manual.
Do not attempt any adjustment or repair that is not detailed in this manual. Any
adjustment or repair not detailed in this manual should only be preformed by a dealer
or licensed technician.
Individuals with muscular or balance problems should not attempt to make adjustments
to the product, and are advised to seek assistance.
After any adjustment, and before using the product, ensure that all attaching hardware,
including without limitation all grips, screws, nuts, bolts, clamps, fasteners, and parts
are tight and secure.
DO NOT use parts, accessories, or adapters other than those manufactured by NOVA
Medical Products, Inc, which are designed specically for this product.
BACK UPHOLSTERY
HAND GRIPS
ARMREST
ARM PAD
24”WHEEL W/ RIM
BRAKES
8”FRONT WHEEL
SEAT UPHOLSTERY
FOOT PLATE
SWING AWAY
FOOTREST

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SAFETY INSPECTION - MAINTENANCE
Your product is a precision product - proper care will ensure proper function. Regular
cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts. DO NOT over tighten parts or hardware,
as doing so can damage the frame. DO NOT operate the product if there are any
missing parts or hardware. You should have a dealer or qualied professional perform
maintenance on your product at least once every six months, or immediately if you
notice any item needing service. Frequent use likely means that your product will
require more maintenance than we suggest. In anticipation of and after any excessive
use, we recommend that you perform a complete safety inspection including all items.
ITEM INSPECT ITEM INITIAL WEEKLY MONTHLY 6 MONTHS
GENERAL Wheelchair should roll straight, doesn't feel "tight"
or pull to one side X X
Inspect for loose, missing, or broken hardware in
all locations X X
Inspect cane hand grips for wear, looseness, or
deterioration X X
FRAME Inspect for bent frame X X
Inspect weld points for cracks, chips, or loose
material X X
CROSS-BRACES Inspect for bent cross-braces X X
Inspect weld points for cracks, chips, or loose
material X X
BRAKES Ensure brakes do not interfere with wheels when
rolling X X
Pivot points free of wear and looseness X X
Brakes are easy to engage, and engage fully X X
Brakes prevent wheelchair from moving when
engaged. X X
SEAT AND BACK Inspect upholstery for rips or sagging X X
Inspect for loose or broken hardware X X
WHEELS Lift, spin, and check for side movement, rubbing,
or binding X X
Inspect for correct and equal pressure X
Inspect for cracks and wear (hubs and rims) X X
Inspect for cracked or broken spokes X X
HAND RIMS Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling X X
FRONT FORKS
Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by
spinning caster. Caster should come to a gradual
stop, and not bind or grind
X X
Adjust bearing system if wheel wobbles noticeably
or binds to a stop X X
Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of debris X X
Check swivel fork locknuts for tightness X X
CLEANING Clean upholstery and arm rests X X

PROPER USE
OPENING YOUR CHAIR
Tilt wheelchair to one side and push down on the seat rail until fully opened.
CLOSING YOUR CHAIR
Fold footrests to the closed/vertical position. Tilt product to one side and lift up on
seat rail until fully closed
ENTERING AND EXITING PRODUCT
Ensure that there is as little space as possible between the occupant and product when
attempting to enter or exit the product. ALWAYS ensure that the brakes are engaged
when entering and exiting product. When attempting to enter or exit the product,
ensure that the footrests are in the upward, unusable position.
MOVING THE PRODUCT
ALWAYS use the wheel hand rims for self-propulsion. If your product does not have
hand rims, then have someone assist you by pushing the product using the push
handles design for that use.
REMOVING ARMREST
Remove arms by depressing push button and lifting arms out of front and rear sockets.
FOOTREST ASSEMBLY
INSTALLING FOOTREST
1 - Hold the footrest assembly in position as if it were in ready for use.
2 - Turn the front footrest assembly to the side (so that open foot plate, which was
perpendicular to the wheel, is now parallel with the wheel).
3 - Slightly raise the assembly and place the hinge plates on the front footrest assembly
onto the hinge pins on the product frame.
4 - Rotate the footrest assembly inward, toward the inside of the wheelchair until it
locks into place (so that the foot plate is perpendicular with the wheel).
5 - Repeat for other footrest assembly.
REMOVING FOOTREST
1 - Pull the release lever inward.
2 - Rotate the front footrest assembly to the side (so that open foot plate, which was
perpendicular to the wheel, is now parallel with the wheel).
3 - Slightly lift the footrest assembly so that it comes o the hinge pins.
ADJUSTING FOOTREST HEIGHT
1 – LOOSEN the tension screw behind the footrest
2 - PRESS the footrest release push buttons and adjust to your desired setting
3 - Ensure that the footrest release buttons re-engage (push-buttons click in place).
4 – TIGHTEN the tension screw
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ARMRESTS
TO FLIP BACK ARMS
Depress the plastic lever located on the inside of the front of the armrests and pull the
arm up until it is behind the back upholstery
TO FLIP DOWN ARMS
Push armrests and arm should automatically lock into place. Test by pulling up on the
arm to make sure it is secure.
SEAT
DO NOT ATTEMPT – Please see a dealer or qualied technician.
Any adjustment in your product seat can aect the stability of your product. We
HIGHLY recommend that you have a dealer or licensed technician adjust your seat
height to ensure that your adjustments are safe given your condition, and your product.
Seat adjustments aect other parts of your product, including without limitation, the
adjustment of your anti-tipping supports, the necessary size and position of your forks,
the necessary size and position of your rear wheels, and the size and position of safety
devices, such as straps, locks, etc.
If you raise your seat height YOU MUST purchase proper anti-tipping supports. If your
product came with anti-tipping supports, then they are not likely to work with your
new seat adjustment, and you must buy new, proper supports
REPLACING SEAT & BACK UPHOLSTERY
1 - Remove the Phillips screws and washers, replace upholstery, and reattach screws
WHEELS
REPLACING WHEELS
DO NOT ATTEMPT – Please see a dealer or qualied technician.
REMOVING AND REPLACING REAR WHEELS
1 - Remove dust cap (if any).
2 - Remove attachment bolt and related hardware (washer, spacers) that hold the
wheel in place.
3 - If replacing wheel, reverse above steps, and then continue with step 4.
4 - Tighten attachment bolt with torque wrench, to 40 ft.-lbs.
5 - Adjust brakes to ensure proper brake function.
6 - Rotate (or spin wheel) to ensure proper tting and alignment. Wheel should not
wobble, grind, or catch.
REPLACING HAND RIM
1 - Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair before attempting to replace hand rim.
If needed, see Removing and Replacing Rear Wheels above.
2 - Remove the mounting screws and washers that secure the hand rim to the rear
wheel, and remove the hand rim.
3 - Align new hand rim so that the holes in hand rim line up with the holes in the rim,
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and replace mounting screws and washers.
REMOVING AND REPLACING FRONT WHEEL
DO NOT change wheel sizes. Your product is design for a specic size wheel, and your
forks will not safely accommodate larger or smaller wheels.
1 - Remove axle bolt and hardware (washer, locknut, spacer, etc).
2 - Remove old wheel.
3 - Line up new wheel to ensure that you use same fork holes as the old wheel used.
4 - Replace axle bolt and hardware (washer, locknut, spacer, etc).
5 - Rotate (or spin wheel) to ensure proper tting and alignment. Wheel should not
wobble, grind, or catch.
BRAKES
ADJUSTING BRAKES
DO NOT operate brakes while the product is moving. DO NOT attempt to stop the
product using brakes (these brakes are NOT designed to withstand the force required).
1 - Disengage brakes.
2 - Loosen the bolt and locknut that secure the brake to the frame.
3 - Reposition the brake so that if it were engaged, it would press against the wheel
and depress it 1/8 inch.
4 - Securely tighten the bolt and locknut attaching the brake to the frame.
5 - Engage brake and test to ensure that product does not move, and wheel does not
turn, when pushed.
6 - If product moves with brake engaged, then repeat above steps and slightly increase
the amount that brake depresses wheel when engaged.
ANTI-TIPPING SUPPORTS
We recommend that you use anti-tipping supports to enhance the safety of your
product. If your product did not come with anti-tipping supports, and safety is your
concern, then consider purchasing this additional item.
INSTALLING ANTI-TIPPING SUPPORTS
Specic anti-tipping supports are only useful with certain seat angles and heights. If
you cannot properly adjust the anti-tipping supports given your seat angle or seat
height, then DO NOT use product - contact a dealer or technician.
1 – Remove the rear frame tube cap
2 - PRESS the adjustment push button on the anti-tipping support.
3 - Insert anti-tipping support into the tube (wheel facing downward, toward the oor)
until the push button locks into place
4 - Place the product upright on a at surface.
5 - Anti-tipping supports should be 1 to 2 inches o oor, or they must be adjusted to
this height.

WARRANTY INFORMATION
NOVA stands rm on our commitment to providing the highest quality products, as well as exceptional service. This product
was built to precise standards and thoroughly inspected prior to shipment. This warranty represents our condence in the
materials and workmanship of our product.
NOVA extends this warranty only to the original purchaser of this product. The warranty does not extend to any subsequent
purchaser or owner. The warranty is void upon any sale or transfer of ownership or use by other person. NOVA warrants its
products are free from defects in material and workmanship under NORMAL use for the period commencing upon the date of
purchase and continuing for the following specied period of time after that date:
Metal Frame - Limited Lifetime Warranty
Non-Metal/Metal parts - One Year Limited Warranty (rubber tips, plastic or metal hardware)
This warranty does not cover problems due to user negligence, misuse of the product, failure to adhere to product
instructions, or normal wear and tear. Items that have been subject to negligent abuse, modied without prior written
authorization are not covered within this warranty.
For warranty service, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your NOVA product. In the event that you do not
receive satisfactory service, please call us directly at the number on the bottom front of this sheet. Be prepared to indicate, the
nature of the defect, the product serial number, and the name and location of where you purchased the product. You will also
be required to provide a receipt of your purchase. Do not return any products to our oce without prior consent.
Repair or replacement is the only remedy under this limited warranty. This warranty does not include any labor or shipping
charges incurred in replacement part installation or repair of product.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES, IMPLIED WARRANTIES, IF ANY, INCLUDING
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. NOVA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
ANY SEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.
IMPORTANT WARNING
FOLLOW ALL DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USE. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
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