Tendercare Extra Small Fold-a-Way Spring User manual

Tendercare Ltd
The Fold-A-Way Spring User Manual
Document. 045-01v2 Foldaway Spring user manual.doc.
Authority. Quality Controller
Authorised. J Adams
November 2009
USER MANUAL
Extra Small Fold-a-Way Spring
Small Fold-a-Way Spring
Large Fold-a-Way Spring
Extra Large Fold-a-Way Spring
Please read these instructions carefully
Before using your pushchair
Warning
The cartons are heavy, moving and unpacking must be performed with care.

Tendercare Ltd
The Fold-A-Way Spring User Manual
Document No. 045-01v2 Foldaway Spring user
manual.doc
Authority. Quality Controller
Authorised. J Adams
Page 2
November 09
FOLD-A-WAY SPRING PUSHCHAIR
Frame
Lock
Footrest
Brake
Pedal
Seat Tilt
Lock
Harness
Mounting
Slots
“L”
Shaped
Pad

Tendercare Ltd
The Fold-A-Way Spring User Manual
Document No. 045-01v2 Foldaway Spring user
manual.doc
Authority. Quality Controller
Authorised. J Adams
Page 3
November 09
Item Description Page
1 Who to contact if you have difficulty…………………………………………….. 4
2 Intended user………………………………………………………………………. 4
3 Unpacking………………………………………………………………………….. 4
4 Preparing for use…………………………………………………………………... 5
4.1 Unfolding the frame and assembling the pushchair…………………………… 5
4.2 Upholstery including harness...………………………………………………… 7
4.3 Harness assembly checks………………………………………………………. 10
4.4 Adjusting the harness………………………………………………………….. 10
4.5 Lock & release harness………………………………………………………… 10
4.6 Seat Pads……………………………………………………………………….. 11
4.7 Footrest…………………………………………………………………………. 11
4.8 Options……….………………………………………………………………… 11
4.9 Tilt in Space……………………………………………………………………. 12
4.10 Brakes………………………………………………………………………….. 13
4.11 Tipping the Pushchair………………………………………………………… 13
5 User instructions…………………………………………………………………… 13
5.1 Getting into the Pushchair…………………………………………………… 13
5.2 Getting out of the Pushchair…………………………………………………. 13
6 Attendant Pushing…………………………………………………………………. 13
6.1 Pushing………………………………………………………………………… 13
6.2 Brakes………………………………………………………………………….. 14
6.3 Comfort………………………………………………………………………… 14
6.4 Lifting and general safety……………………………………………………… 14
7 Cleaning…………………………………………………………………………….. 15
7.1 Frame…………………………………………………………………………… 15
7.2 Patterned cover………………………………………………………………… 15
7.3 Patterned “L” shaped pad cover………………………………………………….. 15
7.4 5-Point harness………………………………………………………………….. 15
8 Maintenance………………………………………………………………………... 15
8.1 Routine maintenance…………………………………………………………… 15
8.2 Six monthly maintenance………………………………………………………. 16
9 Oxygen cylinder……………………………………………………………………. 16
10 Warranty…………………………………………………………………………… 17
11 Transporting the Pushchair……………………………………………………….. 17
12 Repairs……………………………………………………………………………… 19
Sketch Mounting of Karabiner Webbing Restraint……………………………………... 200

Tendercare Ltd
The Fold-A-Way Spring User Manual
Document No. 045-01v2 Foldaway Spring user
manual.doc
Authority. Quality Controller
Authorised. J Adams
Page 4
November 09
1. Who to contact in difficulty
Tendercare Ltd
PO Box 3091, Littlehampton, BN16 2WF
Tel [phone] Fax [phone]
2. Intended user
The Fold-a-Way Spring postural control seating system is designed to enhance the sitting of
children with moderate postural problems.
The pushchair is a lightweight but rugged construction and this makes it suitable for daily use.
It has two fixed wheels at the rear mounted on a spring suspension and two castor wheels at
the front for easy steering. The frame can be folded for transit and has tilt in space seating and
a five-point harness. The pushchair has passed impact tests and has been designed for use as a
vehicle seat when restrained in accordance with this manual (see section 11).
The pushchair is available in four sizes, extra small, small, large and extra large. The
instructions below apply to all four sizes.
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.
SEAT SIZE
– mm SIZE RECOMMEMDED
MAX OCCUPANT
WEIGHT WIDTH DEPTH HEIGHT
Extra Small 45 kg 280 220 520
Small 45 kg 320 270 550
Large 45 kg 320 320 610
Extra large 45 kg 370 365 660
Important: - The maximum occupant weight includes the occupant and all accessories.
3. Unpacking
The Fold-a-Way Spring is delivered in a cardboard carton of approximate weight between
14kg - 20kg and size 640 mm wide x 355 mm deep x 1140 mm high.
Warning: - The transit carton is quite bulky so moving and unpacking must be done with
care. Observe all lifting and handling regulations.
1) Stand the Carton upright making sure it is supported and cannot fall over. Open the
carton carefully. Remove any packages or packing, which could obstruct the removal of
the Pushchair.
2) Using the correct lifting procedure, lay the carton on its wide side and carefully remove
the Fold-a-Way Spring frame.

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3) Remove any other packages, which are still in the carton.
4) Check that you have the following items: -
Item Component Number Yes No
1. Pushchair 1
2. Footrest 1
3. Upholstery 1
4. Head support board and foam pad 1
5. Back support board and foam pad 1
6. Seat support board and foam pad 1
7. Small “L” Shaped Pads (complete with fabric cover) 2
8. Large “L” Shaped Pads (complete with fabric cover) 2
9. 5 point harness 1
10. User Manual 1
If any items are damaged or missing please contact Tendercare,
Preferably by fax [phone] within 36 hours of delivery.
5) Remove the upholstery from the plastic bag and any the protective
bubble wrap from the frame. Take particular note to remove the
foam pads from the backrest folding mechanism. See picture
opposite.
6) After unpacking and checking you have all components and that
they are in good condition, carefully dispose of the packaging at
your local recycling centre.
4. Preparing for use and operation
Warning. When opening or folding the pushchair, ensure that you hold the frame so that
you avoid any danger of catching your fingers in moving parts.
Keep children clear of the wheelbase during opening and folding.
4.1 Unfolding and assembling the pushchair
4.1.1 Unfolding the frame.
Standing behind the pushchair: -
1) Carefully lift the pushchair upright.
Note; the seat upholstery and support pads are not fitted when the pushchair is
supplied. Detailed instructions for assembling and fitting the upholstery are given
in section 4.2.