Physipro XL 5 User manual

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Owner’s Manual: XL5 and XL RF
Folding manual wheelchair
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This owner’s manual was created to provide you with all the information needed to
allow you to use our product in a safe and optimal way. For all adjustments and
settings, we strongly recommend you contact your distributor.
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occur due to the lack of maintenance or misuse of our product, or from modifications
made to the product without the prior written consent of Physipro Inc.
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Table of content
1. Device Plan ........................................................................................................... 7
XL5 ..................................................................................................................... 7
Standard Components– XL5 ..................................................................................................8
Optional Components – XL5 ..................................................................................................9
XL RF ................................................................................................................11
Standard Components– XL RF.............................................................................................12
Optional Components– XL RF..............................................................................................13
2. Technical Specifications ....................................................................................16
XL5 ...................................................................................................................16
XL RF ................................................................................................................20
3. Recommendations .............................................................................................24
Safety Inspection Checks ...............................................................................24
Safety Guidelines ............................................................................................25
General Warnings ...........................................................................................26
Getting to know your wheelchair.......................................................................................26
Maximum load capacity .........................................................................................................26
Surrounding environment ....................................................................................................26
Sports and weight training ...................................................................................................27
Street use......................................................................................................................................27
Assisting a wheelchair occupant ........................................................................................27
Warnings: Falls and Tips ................................................................................28
Changing clothes......................................................................................................................28
Grabbing an item, bending over, or leaning..................................................................28
Transfers .......................................................................................................................................29
Obstacles......................................................................................................................................29
Going up a sidewalk or step..................................................................................................30
Going down a sidewalk or step ...........................................................................................30
Going up or down stairs .........................................................................................................31
Escalators......................................................................................................................................32
Center of balance......................................................................................................................32
Moving backwards ...................................................................................................................32
Wheelies .......................................................................................................................................32
Going up or down a slope or a ramp .................................................................................33
4. Instructions.........................................................................................................35
Required tools ....................................................................................................35
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Seat-to-Floor Height ..........................................................................................36
Determining the seat angle ..................................................................................................36
Rear seat-to-floor height........................................................................................................37
Modifying the position of the axle mounting plate ....................................................38
Front seat-to-floor height......................................................................................................38
Modifying the position of the caster wheel....................................................................38
Levelling caster stem housing .............................................................................................40
Propulsion Wheels ..........................................................................................41
Installing propulsion wheels – Threaded axle...............................................................41
Removing propulsion wheels – Threaded axle.............................................................41
Installing propulsion wheels – Quick-Release axle......................................................42
Adjusting the Quick-Release axle .......................................................................................42
Using the Quick-Release axle ...............................................................................................43
Removing propulsion wheels – Quick-Release axle....................................................43
Propulsion wheel horizontal positioning ........................................................................44
Propulsion wheel lateral positioning ................................................................................45
Pneumatic tires (option).........................................................................................................46
Front Casters ...................................................................................................47
Assembling and installing the front caster fork............................................................47
Installing caster wheels...........................................................................................................48
Seat ..................................................................................................................49
Modifying seat depth ..............................................................................................................49
Modifying sling seat tension ................................................................................................50
Pelvic Positioning Belt.............................................................................................................50
Installing the pelvic positioning belt.................................................................................50
Adjusting the pelvic positioning belt................................................................................50
Backrest ...........................................................................................................51
Modifying back post height..................................................................................................51
Modifying the standard backrest angle ...........................................................................52
Installing the dynamic backrest ..........................................................................................52
Modifying the dynamic backrest angle............................................................................53
Adjusting the dynamic backrest tension.........................................................................53
Installing the folding tension bar .......................................................................................54
Folding the tension bar ..........................................................................................................54
Installing the folding tension bar with headrest mounting fixture.......................54
Folding the tension bar with headrest mounting fixture..........................................54
Installing the stroller bar (option).......................................................................................55
Adjusting the stroller bar angle...........................................................................................55

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Armrest ...............................................................................................................56
''T'' Type Armrest .......................................................................................................................56
''U'' Type Armrest.......................................................................................................................57
''L'' Type Armrest (XL RF only)...............................................................................................58
Footrest ...........................................................................................................59
Installing the footrest ..............................................................................................................59
Removing the footrest............................................................................................................59
Adjusting footrest length ......................................................................................................59
Folding the flip-up footplate ................................................................................................60
Adjusting footplate depth.....................................................................................................60
Adjusting the horizontal angle of the footplate...........................................................60
Adjusting the vertical angle of the footplate.................................................................60
Elevating and Articulating Legrest ................................................................ 61
Installing the legrest ............................................................................................................... 61
Adjusting legrest height at knee level............................................................................. 61
Adjusting legrest length.........................................................................................................61
Removing legrest......................................................................................................................61
Adjusting legrest angle...........................................................................................................61
Wheel Locks ....................................................................................................62
Standard Wheel Locks.............................................................................................................62
One-Arm Wheel Lock ..............................................................................................................64
Anti-Rollback Wheel Locks ............................................ ........................................................65
One-Arm Drive Mechanism.............................................................................67
Installing the one-arm drive mechanism.........................................................................67
Using the one-arm drive mechanism................................................................................69
Anti-Tips ..........................................................................................................70
Installing anti-tips .....................................................................................................................70
Adjusting anti-tips ....................................................................................................................70
Removing anti-tips ...................................................................................................................70
Disengaging anti-tips ..............................................................................................................70
5. Transport ............................................................................................................72
XL5 ...................................................................................................................73
XL RF ................................................................................................................83
6. Cleaning and Maintenance ................................................................................93
General Recommendations ...........................................................................93
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Cleaning your wheelchair ..............................................................................93
Painted surfaces ........................................................................................................................93
Axle and Moving Parts ............................................................................................................93
Sling Seat and Backrest...........................................................................................................94
Comfort Accessories ................................................................................................................94
Disinfection .................................................................................................................................94
Maintenance ...................................................................................................95
Maintenance Checklist............................................................................................................95
Replacement Parts....................................................................................................................97
Repair Services ...........................................................................................................................97
7. Storage and Shipping ........................................................................................98
Storage ............................................................................................................98
General Recommendations ..................................................................................................98
Unfolding the wheelchair......................................................................................................98
Folding your wheelchair ........................................................................................................99
Shipping .......................................................................................................... 99
8. Warranty .......................................................................................................... 100

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1. Device Plan
XL5
The XL5 folding manual wheelchair with a lightweight aluminum frame provides
remarkable versatility and adaptability. The numerous adjustments ensure a
personalized postural support throughout the occupant’s changing needs and
clinical conditions. Also known for its legendary sturdiness, the XL5 optimizes
manual propulsion and facilitates daily transfers to ensure the occupant’s autonomy.
Designed to meet the specific needs of each individual, the XL5 stands out with its
various optional components and adjustments. With a low seat-to-floor height of
11½'' (280 mm), the lowest in the industry, the XL5 facilitates foot propulsion and is
an excellent choice for shorter individuals.
Developed for individuals weighing 265 lbs or less, the XL5 can be used by adults or
elderly clients, who are experiencing a loss in mobility or have a medical condition.
It is primarily meant for use in long-term care facilities, public or private retirement
homes or wheelchair accessible private housing. Use in a controlled outdoor
environment is also possible.
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Standard Components– XL5
The standard components provided with the XL5 wheelchair are shown in the
picture below.
XL5 - Standard Components
A Sling seat with tension adjustment
B Sling backrest
C Straight back post, with angle and height adjustment
D Push-handles with grip covers
E Multi-layered or injected foam seat, flat or contoured, with a minimum
thickness of 5.1 cm (2''), including a removable, water-repellant and machine
washable outer cover.
F ''T'' type armrest, desk length
G Armrest foam pad, desk length, flat
H Swivelling legrest bracket, inward or outward
I Folding footplate, standard dimension, without angle adjustment
J Propulsion wheel, any diameter

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K Fixed-mounted wheel axle
L Semi-solid propulsion wheel tire, any diameter
M Caster wheel with semi-solid tire, any diameter
N Caster fork with height-adjustment
O Wheel lock, push-to-lock
P Handrims
Q Pelvic positioning belt
R Anti-tip device
S Tie-down strap securement points for adapted transport
Optional Components – XL5
Physipro Inc. offers a vast selection of accessories and options to ensure that each
wheelchair can be customized to the specific needs of the occupant. For more
information, please contact Physipro Inc. or consult the order form.
XL5 – Substitutional Components
Sling backrest with tension adjustment
Back post, 8º bend, with angle and height adjustment
Dynamic backrest
''T'' type armrest, full length, removable
''U'' type armrest, desk length, flip-back and removable
''U'' type armrest, full length, flip-back and removable
Armrest foam pad, full length, flat
Armrest foam pad, shaped
Armrest gel pad, waterfall style
Elevating and articulating legrest
Folding footplate, without angle and depth adjustment, oversized
Folding footplate, with angle and depth adjustment, standard size
Folding footplate, with angle and depth adjustment, oversized
Quick-release propulsion wheel axle
Pneumatic propulsion wheel tire, standard pressure, any diameter
Wheel lock, pull-to-lock
Plastic coated handrims
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XL5 - Add-on Components
Clothing guard
Calf support with flat or profiled padding, with angle, depth, and height
adjustments
Calf strap with padding, single
Calf strap with padding, double
Adjustable heel support strap
Folding tension bar
Headrest mounting fixture for tension bar
Headrest support, with angle, depth, and height adjustment
Padded headrest, curved, any size
Front bumper
Reflective safety stickers
Extension plates for amputee
Spoke-guard
Wheel lock handle extension, telescopic or fixed
Mag wheel
XL5 – Other Optional Components
One-arm propulsion mechanism
Cane holder, single or double
Oxygen tank holder