Tendercare Swirl User manual

Swirl Wheelbase & Interface User Manual
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Swirl®
WHEELBASE AND INTERFACE
USER MANUAL
IMPORTANT
Please read these instructions carefully before using the Wheelbase or
Interface. In addition, we have a YouTube channel with a series of ‘How to
guides’ to provide a visual demonstration. Please note that these videos are
not a substitute for reading your manual.
QR Code links to video guides:
Swirl Wheelbase:
Serial Number:
TEN/SW……..

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Fig 0.1 Swirl Wheelbase Front View

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Fig 0.2 Swirl Wheelbase Rear View
Fig 0.3 Wheelbase Folded

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Fig 0.4 Seat Interface (Back View)
Fig 0.5 Seat Interface (Front View)

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Fig 0.6 Interface Fitted To Frame
Fig 0.7 Swirl with Modular Seat, Rearward Facing

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Fig 0.8 Swirl with Snappi Seat, Forward Facing
Fig 0.9 Swirl with Snappi Seat, Rearward Facing

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Item
Description
Page
1
Who to contact if you have difficulty
8
2
Introduction
8 - 10
3
Unpacking
10 - 11
4
Preparing the Wheelbase for Use
11
4.1A Unfolding the Frame (hand wheels - pushchairs supplied
after December 2017)
11 - 16
4.1B Unfolding and Folding the Frame (quick release handles -
pushchairs supplied before December 2017)
17 - 22
4.2 Pin Brakes
22 - 23
4.2A Tyres
23
4.2B Push Handle Mounted Attendant Brakes –Hub (Optional
Upgrade)
23 - 25
4.2C Front Locking Castors
25 - 26
4.3 Using the Tilt in Space Facility
27
4.4A Fitting A Seat / Interface
28 - 29
4.4B Removing A Seat / Interface
29 - 30
4.4C How to Operate the Safety Catch
30 - 31
4.5 Switching from Forward Facing to Rearward Facing
31 - 35
4.6 Adjusting the Push Handles
35
5
Accessories
35
5.1 Shopping Basket
35 - 36
5.2 Equipment Carrying Tray
36 - 37
5.3 Sun Canopy
37 - 38
5.4 Frame Padding
38
6
Fitting a Non-Tendercare Seating System
39 - 40
7
Final Checks
40
8
Attendant Pushing
40
8.1 Pushing
40 - 41
8.2 Brakes
41
8.3 Comfort
41
8.4 Lifting and general safety
42

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Cleaning
42
10
Maintenance
42
10.1 Routine maintenance
42 - 43
10.2 Six –monthly maintenance
43
12
Transporting the Wheelbase
43
12.1 Preparing Wheelbase for Transport
44 - 46
12.2 Attaching Wheelbase to Vehicle
46 - 48
13
Repairs
48
14
Warranty
49
1: Who to contact in difficulty
Tendercare Ltd.
PO BOX 3091, Littlehampton, BN16 2WF
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.tendercareltd.com
2: Introduction
The Wheelbase is made of a strong and lightweight aluminium alloy. It provides tilt in
space and rotation facilities and has 2 fixed rear wheels and 2 castor wheels at the front
for easy steering.
The Interface provides a lightweight, easy to operate, quick release system that can be
fitted to a wide range of special seating systems. Please note the interface requires
additional framework to fit to a seat and been designed to take 19mm (3/4”) aluminium or
mild steel tube.
The interface can be quickly fitted and released from the wheelbase, which can be folded
for transport. The Swirl has been successfully impact tested as a wheelbase and interface
with the Snappi, Snug and Modular seating systems. When fitting third party seating
systems to the Swirl, the manufacturer of the system must carry out a risk assessment
before use.

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Interfacing:
Seat / Interface
Version
Max Carry
Weight (kg)*
Maximum Seat Width
(mm)
Maximum Footrest
Width (mm)
Swirl Wheelbase
50
430
320
Important:
❖Maximum width i.e. the maximum space available for seating systems being
fitted into frame.
❖*Maximum carry weight is defined as the user weight, weight of the seating
system, plus any accessories / equipment which may be fitted or carried on the
wheelbase. Warning: Never exceed the maximum stated carry weight.
Frame Weight: 13.4kg
Swirl Wheelbase Open Dimensions (mm):
A
B
C
985
583
984
Swirl Wheelbase Folded Dimensions (mm):
A
B
C
622
583
546

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All sizes and weights are given as a guide. Tendercare ltd reserves the right to amend
specifications at any time as part of their product development programme.
3: Unpacking
The wheelbase will be delivered in a cardboard box. This measures 680mm wide x
480mm deep x 1030mm high and weighs approximately 15kg.
WARNING:
The transit carton is quite bulky so moving and unpacking must be done with care.
Observe all lifting and handling regulations.
Stand the box upright, making sure it is supported and cannot fall over. Open the box and
remove any packing or packages, which could obstruct the removal of the wheelbase.
Now remove the wheelbase. Please note if you ordered a seat, this will be delivered in a
separate box and will have a separate user manual for operating the seat.
The carton should contain the following items:
Item
Component
QTY.
Yes
No
1
Swirl Wheelbase
1
2
User Manual
1
3
5mm Allen Key
1
4
Fire Resistant Label
1
Important:
❖If you have ordered the Swirl with an interface; this will be supplied fitted to
the frame. The interface can easily be separated by releasing the interface
catch. Please refer to section 4.4A for more information on working with the
interface.