Orthofab tango ce User manual

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USER'S MANUAL

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Address:
Phone:
Please give this manual to the user of this Tango CE tilt
wheelchair.
Please read the entire manual before using the Tango CE tilt
wheelchair. Please refer to this manual as needed and pay close
attention to the warnings until you are familiar with them.
For any questions about items not covered in this manual,
consult a technician at an authorized service centre, or contact
our customer service department at 1-418-847-5225 or toll free
at 1-800-463-5293.
Adjustments to your Tango CE tilt wheelchair should only be
performed by health care professionals. Improper adjustments
can cause injury and/or damage to the occupant, the assistant,
the tilt wheelchair, or the environment.
Do not install accessories that are not authorized and not
approved by . Always consult a health care
professional for any modifications to your Tango CE tilt
wheelchair.

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is pleased to have you as a customer. Thank you for choosing one of our
products.
The staff is motivated by our commitment to customer satisfaction and to
exceeding your expectations. This is why offers a comprehensive warranty
on all mechanical parts and components.
However, the warranty does not apply if:
a) a defect is due to installation of a component or part from a manufacturer that is not
authorized by ;
b) the device or component was repaired by an establishment that is not
authorized by .
Additionally, damage caused by abuse, neglect, accidents or normal wear and tear are
not covered by the warranty.
This instruction manual is designed to help you use the Tango CE tilt wheelchair safely
and effectively. It has information on safety, operation and adjustment.
The Tango CE tilt wheelchair features a number of customizable options to suit each
user's individual needs. The necessary adjustments and settings for the safe and optimal
use of your unit must be made by a qualified health care professional from a licensed
health care facility in Quebec.
To optimize the unit's performance and to extend its life, it's important to schedule an
annual check-up by a technician at an authorized service centre.
is not liable for any damage to persons or property resulting from improper
or negligent use of its products, lack of care, or modifications made without its written
consent.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1SAFETY RULES.................................................................................................................................................. 6
1.1 GENERAL INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................ 6
1.1.1 BEFORE YOU HIT THE ROAD ................................................................................................................... 6
1.1.2 GETTING AROUND IN A WHEELCHAIR.................................................................................................... 7
1.1.3 CROSSING A SLOPE ................................................................................................................................. 7
1.1.4 TRANSFERRING ....................................................................................................................................... 8
1.1.5 MISCELLANEOUS HANDLING .................................................................................................................. 9
1.1.6 CLEANING AND DISINFECTING................................................................................................................ 9
2RECOMMENDED USE..................................................................................................................................... 11
3SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................................. 12
4INSTALLATION / ADJUSTMENTS .................................................................................................................... 13
4.1 LEG SUPPORT ASSEMBLY .............................................................................................................................. 13
4.1.1 ADJUSTING THE LENGTH OF THE LEG SUPPORT ASSEMBLY................................................................. 13
4.1.2 CHANGING THE ANGLE OF THE ADJUSTABLE ANGLE FOOT SUPPORT, SINGLE AND FULL WIDTH....... 14
4.1.3 CHANGING THE POSITION (DEPTH) OF THE ADJUSTABLE ANGLE FOOT SUPPORT .............................. 14
4.1.4 TWO-PIECE FULL-WIDTH PLATE............................................................................................................ 15
4.1.5 DEPTH ADJUSTMENT OF THE HEEL SUPPORT STRAP ........................................................................... 15
4.1.6 ADJUSTING THE FLAT PADDED LOWER LEG SUPPORT ......................................................................... 16
4.1.7 ADJUSTING THE SMALL FLAT PADDED LOWER LEG SUPPORT (14 IN. BASE)........................................ 17
4.2 ANGLE-ADJUSTABLE BACK SUPPORT ............................................................................................................ 18
4.2.1 CHANGING BACK SUPPORT ANGLE....................................................................................................... 18
4.2.2 ADJUSTING BACK SUPPORT HEIGHT..................................................................................................... 19
4.2.3 INSTALLING A BOLTED TENSION BAR WITH HEAD SUPPORT ANCHOR. ............................................... 20
4.2.4 ADJUSTABLE ANGLE ELEVATED PUSH BAR ........................................................................................... 20
4.2.5 ADDING A TENSION BAR WITH AN ADJUSTABLE PUSH BAR................................................................. 24
4.3 SEAT .............................................................................................................................................................. 25
4.3.1 SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTMENT ................................................................................................................... 25
4.3.2 HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT........................................................................................................................... 26
4.4 FRONT WHEELS............................................................................................................................................. 29
4.4.1 CHANGING THE FRONT WHEEL DEPTH................................................................................................. 31
4.4.2 CHANGING THE FRONT WHEEL MODEL OR HEIGHT ............................................................................ 32
4.5 REAR WHEELS ............................................................................................................................................... 33
4.5.1 CHANGING THE WHEEL MODEL ........................................................................................................... 33
4.5.2 ADJUSTING THE CENTRE OF GRAVITY (rear axle) ................................................................................. 35
4.5.3 CHANGING THE REAR WHEEL WIDTH................................................................................................... 38
4.5.4 INSTALLING 12 IN. REAR WHEELS......................................................................................................... 38
4.6 LOCKING BRAKES .......................................................................................................................................... 40
4.6.1 BRAKE POSITION ADJUSTMENT............................................................................................................ 40
4.6.2 CHANGING OR INSTALLING A BRAKE LEVER EXTENSION ..................................................................... 43
4.6.3 CHANGING THE BRAKE LEVER ANGLE................................................................................................... 44
4.7 ANTI-TIPS ...................................................................................................................................................... 44
4.7.1 HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT........................................................................................................................... 45
5USE................................................................................................................................................................ 47

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5.1 USE OF THE T-SHAPED ARM SUPPORTS........................................................................................................ 47
5.2 USE OF LEG SUPPORT ASSEMBLIES............................................................................................................... 48
5.2.1 RETRACTING THE LEG SUPPORTS ......................................................................................................... 48
5.2.2 Removing the leg support..................................................................................................................... 49
5.2.3 RAISING AND LOWERING THE LEG SUPPORT ELEVATOR ASSEMBLY.................................................... 50
5.3 Back support ................................................................................................................................................. 51
5.3.1 RECLINING BACK SUPPORT................................................................................................................... 51
5.3.2 HEIGHT AND DEPTH ADJUSTABLE HEAD SUPPORT .............................................................................. 52
5.4 TILTING THE SEAT ......................................................................................................................................... 52
5.4.1 BACKWARD TILT.................................................................................................................................... 53
5.5 REAR WHEELS ............................................................................................................................................... 54
5.5.1 REMOVING –INSTALLING..................................................................................................................... 54
5.5.2 AIR TIRE PRESSURE ............................................................................................................................... 54
5.6 LOCKING BRAKES .......................................................................................................................................... 55
5.6.1 ENGAGING - RELEASING THE BRAKES................................................................................................... 55
5.6.2 TELESCOPIC BRAKE LEVER EXTENSIONS ............................................................................................... 55
5.6.3 12 IN. WHEEL BRAKES........................................................................................................................... 57
5.7 ANTI-TIPS ...................................................................................................................................................... 57
5.7.1 REMOVING............................................................................................................................................ 57
5.7.2 RETRACTING ......................................................................................................................................... 57
5.7.3 REINSTALLING....................................................................................................................................... 58
5.8 SEAT BELT ..................................................................................................................................................... 58
5.9 ANCHOR POINTS FOR SPECIALIZED TRANSIT ................................................................................................ 59
5.9.1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIALIZED TRANSIT........................................................................................... 59
5.9.1 TIPS FOR TRANSPORTING THE WHEELCHAIR WITH ITS USER............................................................... 61
6MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................................................................. 66
7TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ........................................................................................................................... 68
8WARRANTY ................................................................................................................................................... 69
AUTHORIZED CENTRES .......................................................................................................................................... 72

1.SAFETY RULES
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1 SAFETY RULES
1.1GENERAL INFORMATION
(Applies to all wheelchairs)
The driving settings should only be adjusted and/or
modified by a health care professional or an authorized
service technician.
1.1.1 BEFORE YOU HIT THE ROAD
•Check the charge indicator on the control box to ensure that the batteries are sufficiently
charged.
•Check that the anti-tips are installed.
•Check for adequate tire pressure (please see the user's manual for your electrically powered
wheelchair).
•Check that nothing is obstructing the wheels (scarf, umbrella, etc.).
•Check that your seating position is stable.
•Return the reclining back support to the upright position.
•Return the tilting mechanism to the driving position (the seat should be as close to horizontal
as possible).
•Buckle your pelvic positioning belt, with minimal slack.
•Check that the retractable leg supports are securely locked in the front position and that your
feet are stable.
•Lower the leg supports.
•Check that the retractable or removable arm supports are locked in place.
•Check that the control box is positioned to allow you to comfortably perform all of the control
movements.
•Check that the cables for the control box, positioning light switch and accessory control are
properly attached to prevent them from getting caught in the wheels or a door frame.
•Check that the rubber cover under the end of the joystick is in good condition. If not, have it
repaired immediately.
•Check that your personal belongings do not interfere with the proper operation of the
wheelchair.
•Check that the brakes are fully engaged.
•Do not attach or carry heavy objects to the back support of your wheelchair (backpack,
groceries, etc.).
•Do not use the wheelchair to pull loads, such as trailers.
•Do not release the brakes on an inclined surface.
•If you intend to be stationary for any length of time, turn off your electrically powered wheelchair.
This will reduce the risk of accidentally touching the joystick and also prevent any unintentional
movements that might be caused by electromagnetic interference.

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1.1.2 GETTING AROUND IN A WHEELCHAIR
•Avoid any impacts to the control box or joystick;
•Avoid slippery (snow, ice, etc.) or uneven surfaces (unmanaged trails and tracks, construction
sites, etc.).
•Do not change direction abruptly at high speeds.
•Do not drive on expressways or high traffic lanes.
•Do not pull a trailer or carry passengers.
•Do not drive in extreme weather conditions (i.e., storms).
•When traveling outside at night, make sure you are visible to others.
•Do not go downhill in reverse.
•Do not approach a climb diagonally. Always climb in a straight line, in the direction of the incline.
•Operate the joystick carefully when starting on a hill to avoid tipping backwards.
•Do not turn around on an incline.
•Reduce your speed in tight or congested areas.
•Reduce your speed in crowds and use your horn to signal your presence.
•When faced with an obstacle, stop and go over it gradually.
•The wheelchair can climb 60 mm obstacles. However, it is strongly recommended to avoid
thresholds over 38 mm (1 ½ in.) as this could, depending on surface conditions, put your
stability at risk.
•Use elevators to move from one floor to another.
•Do not climb a surface with a slope exceeding 10(17% slope).
•Do not travel without your feet on the foot supports;
•Always use and properly adjust your pelvic positioning belt.
•Do not ride an escalator with your wheelchair.
•Keep your hands away from the wheels when your electrically powered wheelchair is in motion.
•Wear tight-fitting clothing, as loose clothing can get caught in the wheels.
•Avoid areas with uncertain ground conditions.
•Avoid inclement weather, rain or snow. If you find yourself in such conditions, find shelter as
soon as possible. Dry your wheelchair before using, loading or storing it.
1.1.3 CROSSING A SLOPE
•The wheelchair can negotiate slopes at low speed, with a maximum incline of 10°,
external or internal, and a length of at least 3 metres, alone or with an assistant. The
assistant must always be at the back of the wheelchair, whether ascending or
descending, and should hold the back support posts.
•Do not make sudden stops and starts.
•Always fasten the positioning belt.
•Anti-tips must be fitted to the wheelchair.
•Anti-tips must not be damaged or worn.
•When descending a slope, do not let the wheelchair accelerate.
•Stop if you feel you are losing control.

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•Restart slowly, without letting the wheelchair accelerate.
•Do not approach a slope diagonally.
•Climb and descend slopes in a straight line, directly along the slope's axis; This
reduces the risk of tipping or falling.
•Avoid slippery slopes or surfaces.
•Avoid quick turns from a slippery surface to a grippy surface to prevent tipping.
•The wheelchair will maintain stable and in control of its path if all of the above
conditions are met. Ascending or descending an incline with a tilt wheelchair is
possible, if the consulting health care professional is satisfied that the user
understands the limitations of the wheelchair and is able to navigate under these
conditions.
1.1.4 TRANSFERRING
•Always switch off the control box before transferring or transporting. Retract
the control box if necessary.
•Fold down the foot supports.
•We recommend that you remove the foot supports before transferring.
•Always apply the brakes before transferring or before sitting in the wheelchair.
•Never lean forward or backward to reach an object.
•Position yourself sideways to the object to be reached, as close as possible.
•Use the arm support transfer supports to help you stand up, after checking that
they are securely in place.
•Never sit on a reclining back support.
•Never stand on the foot supports.
•Never sit on the arm supports.

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1.1.5 MISCELLANEOUS HANDLING
Do not charge the batteries in your bedroom. Charging the
batteries may release harmful gases.
•Never immerse your wheelchair in water.
•Never store your wheelchair unattended.
•Never leave your wheelchair in the rain.
•Do not store your wheelchair in a damp or very cold place (this could cause serious
damage).
•The occupant can remain seated in the wheelchair while travelling on a road
vehicle adapted for transporting disabled persons, if the driver and owner of the
road vehicle comply with all legislative requirements, regulations, policies,
directives, standards, instructions and recommendations of any competent
authority.
•Do not approach inclined surfaces when the wheelchair is in freewheel mode. If
you must do so, the assistant should always be at the bottom of the slope relative
to the chair.
•Do not lift the wheelchair by its detachable components (arm supports, leg
supports, etc.).
•Do not operate your charger in a sealed environment (backpack, closet, drawer,
etc.).
•Switch off the charger before removing its plug from the wheelchair.
•Do not modify the battery charger connection (110 V AC).
•Do not modify the connection (24 V DC) to the wheelchair.
•When charging the batteries, check that the battery charger plug is fully inserted
into the box.
•Never charge the batteries in your bedroom.
•Never connect electrical equipment that is not manufactured by to
your wheelchair.
•Do not alter the integrity of the wheelchair's electrical system.
•Make sure to protect the control box when transporting the wheelchair.
•Immediately replace any damaged power cables.
•Regularly maintain your chair as recommended in this manual.
1.1.6 CLEANING AND DISINFECTING
To disinfect the wheelchair, first remove all accessories that require special treatment
and those that cannot be treated:

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Special treatment: Any upholstery from which foam cannot be removed (back support,
lower leg support, etc.). Disinfection by hand. First clean with a cloth and a cleaning
agent, apply a disinfectant, wait the required time and then wipe dry.
Not treatable: Electronic components (batteries, controllers, accumulator).
Use a soft cloth to clean the control box and joystick as soon as they become soiled.
Washing fabric: remove foam and machine wash the cover in warm water, delicate
cycle, with mild soap. Hang to dry. Do not use alcohol-based detergents or thinners.
For other components, we recommend using pre-moistened alcohol and/or
quaternary ammonium wipes.