OFFCARR ASSIST User manual

INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL
ASSIST
OFF CARR S.r.l. Via Dell’Artigianato II, 29 – 35010 Villa del Conte (PD) Italy
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[email protected]om - www.offcarr.com

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GENERAL INFORMATIONS
WARNINGS
• Please read this manual carefully before carrying out any operation on ASSIST
or wheelchair.
• Before use the device verify the package good conditions (see par. Packaging,
transport, delivery and stocking in this manual).
• Every wheelchair is labelled with an Identification Number (Matricola), the
manufacturer address and CE mark. This label cannot be removed for any reason to
maintain trace-ability and guarantee terms of the device.
• ASSIST is designed and produced to compensate a physical handicap following
93/42/EEC EN Directive Medical Device Essential Requirements. According with
above Directive, appendix IX, par. III. 1.1., ASSIST is classified as non-invasive
medical device of class 1.
• The use of ASSIST or its components is forbidden for any purpose other than those
indicated in this manual.
• For any problems or fault or breakage please inform immediately the authorized
dealer supplying the following indications:
a. Model
b. Identification number (“Matricola” printed on the frame gold label).
c. Fault description
Packaging, transport, delivery and stocking.
All the wheelchairs are shipped in closed cardboard cases to protect them from knocks
and dust.
The package includes ASSIST wheelchair configured as per your request and this
Instruction manual.
The wheelchair must be transported in trucks that protect it from atmospheric agents, as
indicated on the packing case.
Upon receipt, check the case integrity and in case of problems notify them on the waybill.
Open the package, remove the wheelchair and check if it is not bent or scratched or
damaged. In case of problems note your remark on the waybill and notify them
immediately to the forwarder company.
Once these checks have been carried out, place again the wheelchair in its package until
not used, keeping it in a dry place.
Do not place any objects over the packing case.
INDEX

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1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
2. WHEELCHAIR PREPARATION
3. SET-UP
4. HOW TO USE THE WHEELCHAIR
5. RISKS RELATED TO A MISUSE OF THE WHEELCHAIR
6. INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE
7. GUARANTEE TERMS
8. WARRANTY CARD
1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

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ASSIST WHEELCHAIR
ASSIST is an ultra-light orthopaedic wheelchair with a rigid aluminium frame, designed to
play basketball.
Frame and upholstery can be supplied in different colours.
The rear wheel axle can be easily adjusted in depth to obtain the convenient barycentre
set-up.
The rear wheels camber is 13°.
Rear wheels are supplied on 24”, 26” or 28” (chosen at the purchasing time) with a 15mm
quick release axle.
The footrest is height and dept adjustable to properly fit the athlete demand.
Assist can be supplied with standard frame or with a front round fender .
The backrest is available in different heights and can be chosen fix or foldable to reduce
volume during transport.
2. WHEELCHAIR PREPARATION
HOW TO PREPARE THE WHEELCHAIR FOR USE
The wheelchair is shipped with detached rear wheels and folded down backrest when
possible.
The backrest can be unfolded by pulling the string under the seat to release the folded
blockage, and rotate the backrest backwards.
To fit the rear wheels to the frame, insert the quick release axle in the bush under the
seat, keeping the button pressed down .
Verify if the wheels are correctly hooked, by trying to pull-out them without pressing to
the axle buttons
Insert the anti-tip device into its guides and block it in the right position.
The anti-tip device is normally supplied with a 2cm space from safety wheel to ground.
This distance can be adjusted changing the spacer position on the anti-tip wheel axle.
The wheelchair is now ready for use.
If further adjustments are needed to better fulfil the user requirements, contact
your dealer or other qualified person.
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3.3.
3. SET-UP
3.1. FOOTREST DEPTH AND HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Footrest can be adjusted in depth and height acting as follow:

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• Loose the screw of the holders fixing the footrest to the main frame.
• Choose the convenient position on the holder to obtain the desired depth.
• Slide up or down the footrest to achieve the correct height .
• Tight properly the footrest holder screws.
• Place opportunely the legs holder belt and stretch or loose it according to your
needs.
3.2. BACKREST HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
At the purchase time the backrest height has been selected but further adjustments are
still available:
• Lift-up the front side of the backrest upholstery.
• Remove the two screws releasing the telescopic tubes inserted on the backrest
frame.
• Move up or down the two tube according with your wishes (the tubes are pre-
holed with steeps of 2 cm).
• Replace and tight the two fixing screws.
• Fold-down the back upholstery.
3.3. BACKREST UPHOLSTERY TENSION ADJUSTMENT
The backrest upholstery tension can be easily adjusted by some Velcro straps inside
the upholstery.
• Lift-up the front side of the backrest upholstery.
• Stretch or loos Velcro-straps according to your needs.
• Fold down the backrest upholstery to complete the operation.
3.4. BACKREST TILT ADJUSTMENT (for model with foldable backrest only)
To find the user right seating position is possible to change the backrest tilt as follow:
• Loose and remove the two screws that hold the backrest frame to safeguards.
• Choose the most convenient position from the three available in the safeguard.
• Re-place the screws and tight them properly to allow the folding movement of
the backrest.
3.5. BARICENTRE SET-UP ADJUSTMENT
To obtain a better weight distribution on the wheels, is possible to modify the fixing
position of the rear wheels axle to the main frame acting as follow:
• Loose the screws that block the axle to the frame.
• Slide the axle forward or backward according with your choice paying attention
to reference marks on the frame.
• Fix again the screws and the two safety hexagon socket set screws under the
welded axle holders.
Note: Normally the seat balancing set-up in an ASSIST wheelchair is extreme and
this imposes the use of the anti-tip device to avoid back falling down.
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4.4.
4. HOW TO USE THE WHEELCHAIR
For a safe end efficient use of the wheelchair on the basketball playgrounds, please
consult qualified persons.

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4.1. Be sure the anti tip device is properly placed before to start using the wheelchair.
4.2. It is suggested to keep the legs surely fixed in position using if necessary also an
additional Velcro belt.
4.3. An additional safety belt can be used to ensure the athlete stability on the seat.
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5.5.
5. RISKS RELATED TO A MISUSE OF THE WHEELCHAIR
5.1. Risk of personal injure due to a lack of maintenance of the device.
5.2. Risk of personal injure due to an uncorrected set-up of the wheelchair.
5.3. Risk of falling down if the anti tip device is not properly positioned.
5.4. Risk of falling down if the quick release axles of the rear wheels are not properly
placed and regularly maintained.
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6. INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE
6.1. Avoid extended contact of the wheelchair with water to prevent undesired frame
oxidation.
6.2. Avoid contact of the wheelchair with salt water or sea sand. In case clean with tap
water the wheelchair and wipe it immediately.
6.3. Keep the wheelchair far from fire or high temperature sources. The upholstery is
not fireproof.
6.4. Check the tyres pressure once a week.
6.5. Clean the wheelchair at least every three months.
6.6. Check every three months the fixing status of all the screws.
6.7. Check every three months the smooth running of the ball bearings of the wheels.
6.8. If necessary contact a qualified person for part replacement or extraordinary
maintenance.
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7. GUARANTEE TERMS
7.1. The frame is guaranteed for three years from the delivery date of the wheelchair.
7.2. Parts subject to normal wear are not covered by the guarantee, unless wear is
caused by a manufacturing fault.

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7.3. The guarantee does not cover transport.
7.4. If a fault occurs during the guarantee period, OFF CARR will:
a) Repair the faulty part
b) Replace the faulty part
7.5. The guarantee cover manufacturing and material defects, it does not cover
damage caused by negligence, improper use, mishandling or incorrect
maintenance by unauthorised personnel or by the user.
7.6. OFF CARR is not responsible for damages caused during transport. The
forwarder company is the only responsible, therefore please inform both the
forwarder company and OFF CARR of any damage that has been caused by the
transport.
7.7. This guarantee does not cover injury or others damages eventually related to a
malfunctioning of the wheelchair.
7.8. The identification number label must never be removed from the wheelchair
frame, otherwise the guarantee is no longer valid.
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8.8.
8. WARRENTY CARD
To fill in and forward within 10 days from the purchase of the device
Surname …………………………………………………………………………...
Name ……………………………………………………………………………….
Address …………………………………………………………………………….
……………………………………………………………………………………….
Telephone number ……………………………………………………………….
WHEELCHAIR MODEL : ASSIST
Retailer …………………………………………………………………………….
Purchase date …………………………………………………………………….
Frame Identification Number …………………………………………………….
Year ………………………………………………………………………………...
All the information will be treated in accordance with Privacy Tutelage Regulation in
force in Italy.