Physipro XL5 pediatric User manual

Owners Manual
This manual contains important informations about this product.
Please pass it to the nal user upon delivery.

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Physipro inc. is delighted to have you among its clients. We sincerely wish to thank
you for the trust you have shown in our Company by choosing one of our products.
This user manual has been designed to allow the client to use the XL5 / XL5 CI
wheelchair, a Physipro inc. product, safely in an optimal way. For all adjustments and
settings, Physipro inc. strongly recommends you consult a qualied professional.
Physipro inc. provides you with specic verications you should perform on a regular
basis in order to optimize the performance of your XL5 / XL5 CI wheelchair and
extend its operational life.
Physipro inc. relieves itself from any liability should any bodily injury or
property damage result from a lack of care or misuse or from any modication
made to the product without prior written consent of the Company.
For Physipro inc., your satisfaction remains a priority.

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Table of Contents
1. Components ................................................................................... 6
2. Specications ................................................................................. 7
3. Recommendations ....................................................................... 8
3.1 Safety Inspection Checklist .............................................................. 8
3.2 Safety.................................................................................................. 9
3.3 Cleaning, storage and recommendation...................................... 13
4. Adjusting Seat Depth................................................................ 14
5. Seat Height.................................................................................... 15
5.1 Front and Rear Wheels Combination............................................. 15
5.2 Seat Height Adjustment ................................................................. 16
5.3 Front Casters Adjustment............................................................... 17
5.4 Caster Angle Adjustment................................................................ 17
6. Rear Wheels................................................................................... 18
6.1 Installing Rear Wheels - Permanent Wheel Axle.......................... 18
6.2 Installing Rear Wheels - Quick-Release Axle ................................. 19
6.3 Adjusting Quick Release Axle......................................................... 19
6.4 Adjusting the Wheelbase forward and back................................. 20
6.5 Rear Wheel Lateral Adjustment ..................................................... 21
7. Front Wheels................................................................................. 22
7.1 Front Wheels Installation................................................................ 22
8. Backrest .......................................................................................... 23
8.1 Back Angle Modication................................................................. 23
8.2 Dynamic Backrest Installation ....................................................... 23
8.3 Backposts Height Modication ...................................................... 26
8.4 Dynamic Backrest Option angle Modication...................................... 26
8.5 Dynamic Backrest Option Height Modication ................................... 26
8.6 Dynamic Backrest Option Stiness Adjustment.................................. 26
8.7 Folding Stabilizer Bar...................................................................... 27
8.8 Installation - Angle adjustable pushhandle (optional) ................ 28
8.9 Angle adjustment of the pushhandle............................................ 29

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9. Seat Canvas................................................................................... 29
9.1 Adjustment ...................................................................................... 29
10. Armrests....................................................................................... 30
10.1 Armrests Type “U” ....................................................................... 30
10.1.1 Flipping Armrest Back ............................................................... 30
10.1.2 Armrest Height Adjustment...................................................... 30
10.2 Armrests Type “T” ........................................................................ 30
10.2.1 Removing Armrest ..................................................................... 30
10.2.2 Armrest Height Adjustment...................................................... 30
10.3 Armrests Type “L”......................................................................... 31
10.3.1 Flipping Armrest Back ............................................................... 31
10.3.2 Armrest Height Adjustment...................................................... 31
11. Footrests...................................................................................... 32
11.1 Swing-in/swing-out Footrests...................................................... 32
11.2 Height Adjustment........................................................................ 32
11.3 Angle and Depth Adjustable Footplates (optional) ................... 33
11.4 Footplate Vertical Adjustment..................................................... 33
11.5 Folding Footplate ......................................................................... 34
12. Articulated Legrest.................................................................. 35
12.1 Installation..................................................................................... 35
12.2 Height Adjustment........................................................................ 36
12.3 Angle Adjustment ......................................................................... 36
13. Brakes .......................................................................................... 37
13.1 Push to lock brake......................................................................... 37
13.1.1 To Apply Brakes.......................................................................... 37
13.2 Pull to lock brake.......................................................................... 38
13.2.1 Brakes adjustment .................................................................... 38
13.2.2 To Apply Brakes.......................................................................... 38

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14. Anti-Tip Tubes ........................................................................... 39
14.1 Inserting Anti-tippers In Receiver................................................ 39
14.2 Adjustment .................................................................................... 39
14.3 Remove the anti-tippers............................................................... 39
15. Seat Positioning Strap............................................................ 40
15.1 Seat Positioning Strap .................................................................. 40
16. Folding/Unfolding the Wheelchair ................................... 40
16.1 Folding Wheelchair ...................................................................... 40
16.2 Unfolding the Wheelchair ............................................................ 41
16.3 Folding Backrest (Optional) ......................................................... 42
16.4 Transit use .................................................................................... 42
Appendix A Seat-to-oor Height .............................................. 43
Appendix B XL5 and XL5ci Wheelchair Depth Chart......... 47
Appendix C Pediatric Conguration Restrictions............... 47
Maintenance Guide......................................................................... 48
Warranty ............................................................................................. 50

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1. Components
The main components are provided with the standard model. Several options and
accessories are also available. Please contact us for more details or refer to the
purchase order.
Figure 1 : Wheelchair Main Components
Padded Swing-
Away Armrest
Frame
Seat
Flip-up
Footplate
Front wheel
Anti-Tip Tube
Rear wheel
Backrest
Push handle
Wheel lock
Handrim
Quick-
Release Axle
Swing-Away
Latch Release
Caster Fork
Swing-In /
Swing-Out
Legrest

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Handrim
2. Specications
Table 1 : XL5 / XL5 CI Wheelchair Specications
Standard model
Standard model
CI model
CI model
Frame Type Folding
Frame Material Aluminum
A Backrest Height Standard : 12" to 25" CI : 13" to 26" Pediatric : 12"to 20"
B Seat Depth Adult : 14" to 22" (14" and 15" will not be adjustable 1" less)
Pediatric : 12"to 16"
CSeat Width Adult : 12" to 24" Pediatric : 12"to 16"
D Seat-to-oor Height
Standard model: Back height: 13"to 20 ½"
Front height: 13"to 21"
CI model: Back height: 11 ½" to 19"
Front height: 11 ½" to 19 ½"
E Overall Length Measurement include the footrest. (24"seat depth available in
option)
FOverall Width Seating Width + 8"
GRear Wheel Diameter 20" , 22", 24" or 26"
HFront Wheel Diameter 4" , 5" , 6" , 7" or 8"
ITransport Weight* XL5 Standard: 32.2 lb
CI Model: 27.6 lb Pediatric : 31.2 lb
J Weight Limit Standard 250 lb
Heavy Duty 350 lb Pediatric : 165 lb
Adjustable backrest angle range 85° to 115° (Push Handle Straight or 8°)
Standard Armrest :
- « U » type 7"to 12"
- « U » type lowered from 6"to 9"
- « L » type 8"to 10"
Footrest : 60° - 70° - 90°
Legrest : Elevating/Articulating legrest 14"to 19"
CI Armrest :
- « U » type 8"to 13"
- « U » type lowered from 6"to 9"
- « L » type 9"to 11"
*Weight based on 16” x 16” wheelchair with all standard components except for rear wheels. Rear wheels
are excluded since there are multiple dierent weights for possible wheel congurations. Example, a pair
of standard 22"rear wheels weighs 7.8 lb.

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Physipro inc. oers several accessories and options to help you customize your
wheelchair according to your specic needs. Please contact us for more details or
refer to the purchase order.
Do not use this equipment without having read and understood this
user manual in its entirety. This manual includes critical information
intended to ensure the safety of the user and the individuals who
handle the XL5 / XL5 CI wheelchair.
3. Recommendations
3.1 Safety Inspection Checklist
Maintenance procedures:
Ensure that the wheelchair rolls straight and that all parts work smoothly.
Check for noise, vibration, or a change in ease of use.
Make sure that the wheel locks do not interfere with tires when rolling.
Verify that the wheel locks are easy to engage.
Make sure the anti-tip tubes lock in place.
Ensure that the wheel locks prevent the wheelchair from moving
when engaged.
Ensure the seat and backrest are stable and secured to the frame;
Inspect the seat and backrest for loose or broken hardware.
Check for proper tire ination pressure;
Inspect tires for at spots and wear.
Ensure armrests are secured when locked;
Check if footrests are positioned and secured properly;
Ensure there is no heavy object xed to the backrest;
Ensure the seat positioning strap is secured to the frame and adjusted
to the client’s needs.
Check to see that both quick-release rear axles are locked.

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3.2 Safety
Several safety measures must be applied to ensure the safety of the user and
the individuals who handle or use the wheelchair. Note that the following list is
not exhaustive. Therefore, the user and the individuals who handle or use the
wheelchair have the responsibility to handle it or use it cautiously.
Never use the wheelchair with improper tire ination pressure;
Never attempt to reach an object if you have to lean forward, backward
or sideways;
Do not attempt to approach an obstacle whose height could reduce the
stability of the wheelchair;
Never carry passengers;
Do not fasten objects to the backrest, except those provided with
the wheelchair;
Do not attempt to tilt the wheelchair without any assistance;
Never use the footplate as a platform. When getting in or out of the
wheelchair, make sure that the footplates are in the upward position.
Do not stand on the frame of the wheelchair.
Do not expose the wheelchair directly to the sun, the hot surfaces could
cause severe burns;
Always keep ngers and hands clear of any moving parts;
Use the provided anchorage rings for specialized transportation. These
anchorage rings do not substitute for the restraining system certied
by Transport Canada.

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Steps
1. Unlock and rotate the anti-tip tubes up
in order to avoid conict with the stairs.
2. The assistant should grab both push
handles and position the wheelchair on
the top step and tilt it in order to lift the
front wheels.
3. The assistant must maintain this
position and push cautiously forward
until the front wheels of the wheelchair
touch the ground.
Note - Never try to descend a step without assistance.
Going up and down stairs
The intervention of two assistants is
required to go up or down stairs. To do
so, one assistant should stand behind the
wheelchair holding the push handles.
The second assistant should maintain
a xed part of the frame at the front of
the wheelchair to prevent it from rolling
forward.
Going down slopes
It is very important to control your
direction and your speed when going
down slopes. To make a safe descent,
lean back and let the handrims slide
slowly in your hands. You should
always be able to stop the wheelchair
by blocking the handrims.
Note- Always have an assistant behind
the wheelchair when going down
long slopes.
Figure 2 : Steps
Figure 3 : Going up and
down stairs
Figure 4 : Going down slopes

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Going up slopes
Lean your body forward and propel
evenly with both hands.
WARNING
When on a slope, the center of
balance of your wheelchair may be
aected. Your wheelchair could tip
backwards, forwards or sideways and
anti-tip tubes may not prevent a fall
or tip-over. Your wheelchair is less
stable when riding on a slope.
Transfer
Before attempting to transfer, every precaution
should be taken to minimize the gap distance.
1. Turn the front wheels parallel to the
target object you are transferring.
2. Make sure the wheel locks are engaged
to avoid the chair moving.
3. Remove or swing-away the armrest
4. Remove or swing-away the legrest
Note – Use a transfer board if at all possible.
WARNING
It is not recommended to transfer without
the help of an assistant; it requires good
balance and agility. Be warned that there is a
time during the transfer when the wheelchair is not below you.
Lifting
DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable parts.
Lifting the wheelchair by its removable parts may result in injury or
damage to the wheelchair.
Figure 6 : Transfer
Figure 5 : Going up slopes

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Exterior Use
• At night, use reective tape on your chair and clothing.
• Do not cross a road with dense fast-moving trac of more than
two lanes.
• Make eye contact with drivers before you go forward when you
cross a street.
• Be extremely careful when you use your wheelchair on a wet or slick
surface. In case of any doubt do not hesitate to ask for help.
• Avoid excess moisture
Weight Limitation
NEVER exceed the weight limit for combined weight of user and items
carried. Exceeding the weight limit may result in injury or damage to your
chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control. (For weight limit, please refer to
table 1, page 6)
Terrain
Do not use your wheelchair on sand or gravel surface soils. This may
damage wheels or axles or loosen fasteners of your chair.
Seat Positioning Strap
Always wear your seat positioning strap. The seat positioning strap is an
option on this chair. You may order without the seat positioning strap. To
ensure an additional safeguard, Physipro strongly recommends ordering
the seat positioning strap. However, the seat positioning strap has a
primary purpose of positioning. It is not designed for use as a safety
device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts.
Immediately replace the strap If signs of wear appear. Serious injury can
occur in the event of a fall from a wheelchair.
WARNING
The anti-tippers are not to be used as tipping levers.

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3.3 Cleaning, Recommendations and Storage
3.3.1 Paint :
Cleaning your wheelchair with mild soap or a diluted neutral desinfectant
(2 ounces for 8 liters of water) is recommended at least once a month.
To protect the paint, we suggest that you put a coat of non-abrasive car
wax every 3 months.
3.3.2 Recommendations :
Remove any lth (organic and / or biological) immediately.
Do not ush with water (the tubing and others parts could corrode from
the inside). If so, dry as soon as possible.
You can dry clean your wheelchair with the proper equipment.
If the user is contagious, disinfect the seat, the armrests, the backrests and
every other surface daily with a disinfectant. Do not rinse or wipe,
just let it dry.
3.3.3 Storage :
Store your chair in a clean, dry area.
If stored for more than 3 months, have your chair inspected by an
authorized dealer before use.
Tires
Ensure your wheelchair has the proper tire pressure before using it.
Proper pressure extends the life of your tires and facilitates its use. The
recommended tire pressure is listed on the tire.
• Do not overinate the tires.
• Do not use your wheelchair if the tires are under or over-inated
• Low air pressure may make the wheel lock slip and allow the wheel to
turn unexpectedly.
• Over-inated tires may burst.
Failure to follow these suggestions may result in serious bodily injury to
the user and damage to the wheelchair.

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4. Adjusting Seat Depth
Please refer to Appendix B for additional details on the seat depths.
Follow these steps to modify the depth :
1. Using two 10 mm wrenches, unscrew screws Aand B;
2. Move the backposts 1" backward or forward to get the desired depth.
3. Replace screws and covers Aand B, tighten.
4. If you reduce the depth, you will have to take o the tube extensions, otherwise
you will have to move them. Read the following sections.
Figure 7 : Seat Depth Modication
B
Once the desired depth is reached, adjust the tube extensions.
Follow these instructions :
1. Unscrew screw Cwith a Philips screw driver.
2. Push, pull or remove the tube extension D
to reach the actual depth.
3. Replace screw C, tighten.
Figure 8: Adjustment of the Tube Extensions
Figure 9 : Positions for the tube’s extensions
C D
A

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5. Seat Height
These two characteristics will dene the seat height on the wheelchair XL5 / XL5 CI :
Figure 10 : Seat Height
The combination of the front and rear wheels’ size;
The position of the rear wheels anchoring mechanism.
5.1 Front and Rear Wheels Combination
The combination of the front and rear wheels’ size will dene the seat height as
presented in Figure 10. If a wheel modication is needed, refer to section 6.1 or
7.1 for the installation.
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5.2 Seat Height Adjustment Using the Rear Wheels Anchoring Mechanism
When a modication of the rear wheels is done on the anchoring mechanism,
it could be necessary to change the size or position of the front wheels. Refer to
section 5.3. Please refer to seat height tables in section 17.
Seat height adjustment using the rear wheels anchoring mechanism :
1. Remove the rear wheel with the quick release push-button, refer to section 6.1.
2. Using two 10 mm wrenches, unscrew screws A
3. Adjust anchoring mechanism to the desired position.
4. Replace screws A, tighten.
5. Reinstall the rear wheels.
6. If necessary, modify the front wheel’s position or size.
Figure 11 : Seat Height Modication
A
A
A
A
Warning
After any adjustments, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened
securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur.
Warning
Ensure both front casters are the same size and are installed into the same
respective mounting hole before using the wheelchair - otherwise injury
or damage may occur.

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5.3 Front Casters Adjustment
Four-hole caster forks allow a seat height adjustment.
Follow these steps :
1. Unscrew screw Awith two 13 mm wrenches
2. Position the wheel in one of the preset
holes when the desired height is reached.
3. Reinstall according to section 7.1 instruction.
Note - Once installed, the wheel should
turn easily.
Figure 12 : Changing the front wheels’ position
5.4 Caster Angle Adjustment
To allow easier propulsion, the caster housing should always be at a 90º angle
to the oor (perpendicular to the ground).
1. With a 10mm wrench, untighten screws Aand Bas much as possible.
2. Rotate the special hexagonal nuts Cand Dso that the fork Ehas a 90º angle
with the oor.
3. When the alignment is correct, retighten screws Aand B.
4. Repeat the process for the other caster
Figure 13 : Square the Front Forks
A
A
B
C
D
E

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6. Rear Wheels
6.1 Installing Rear Wheels - Permanent Wheel Axle
1. Make sure the positioning device Eis inserted in plate Fincluding locking
device G;
2. Secure it rmly in place with the lock washer Dand Hand nut Cand I;
3. Insert axle Ain the positioning device Ewith the wheel hub B;
4. Tighten nut Jwith a 3/4" monkey wrench while holding axle Awith a 3/4"
socket wrench.
The size/position of the front casters, the position of the brakes as well
as the anti-tippers directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any
change to the rear wheel size/position may cause the wheelchair to
decrease in stability. Please refer to section 6.4 to perform the necessary
adjustments. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualied
technician.
Verify systematically the stability of the wheelchair. It might be necessary
to change the horizontal position of the rear wheel. Refer to section 6.4.
Figure 14 : Installing Rear Wheels - Permanent Wheel Axle

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Make sure the detent pin and detent balls of the quick release axle are
fully release before operating the wheelchair. The detent balls MUST be
protruding past the inside of the rear wheel axle bushing for a positive
lock.
Check that quick-release axles lock properly. Lubricate if necessary.
Keep quick-release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and
proper operation.
6.2 Installing Rear Wheels - Quick-Release Axle
1. Make sure the positioning device Eis inserted in plate Fincluding locking
device G;
2. Secure it rmly in place with the lock washer Dand Hand nut Cand I;
3. Insert axle Ain the positioning device Ewith the wheel hub B.
6.3 Adjusting Quick Release Axle
The balk Amust exceed the positioning device Band be completely output to hold
the wheel assembly. Tighten or loosen nut Cwith a 3/4" wrench and a 7/16" wrench.
Figure 15 : Installing Rear Wheels - Quick-Release Axle

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6.4 Adjusting the Wheelbase forward and back
The rear wheels position is very important for the base stability. The XL5 / XL5
CI wheelchair oers 13 dierent positions front to back.
Please follow these steps :
1. Remove the rear wheel refer to section 6.1 or 6.2
2. Unscrew nut Awith a 1 1/8" wrench to free washers B and C.
3. Slip positioning mechanism Din the slot of the anchoring plate and install
washer Cat the desired position.
4. Put back nut Awith a 1 1/8" wrench, tighten.
5. Reinstall the rear wheel.
Figure 16 : Adjusting the wheelbase width
Exterior View Interior View
(with Quick Release axle)
Foremost Position
of the Wheel
Rearmost Position
of the Wheel
A
D B
C