Tendercare Extra Small Fold-a-Way Spring User manual

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The Fold-A-Way Spring User Manual
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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.

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FOLD-A-WAY SPRING PUSHCHAIR
Frame
Lock
Footrest
Brake
Pedal
Seat Tilt
Lock
Harness
Mounting
Slots
“L”
Shaped
Pad

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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

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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.

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2) Lift the push handle up and the frame will open.
3) Lock the frame open using the two safety catches, which are on each side of the frame
near the top hinges. See picture below.
4) Press in the silver coloured push button and slide the
plastic locking clip down the tube and over the
button.
5) Do this on both sides of the pushchair.
6) The frame is now locked.
Warning: - If the locking clips are not in the correct
position or the push buttons do not
protrude so allowing the locking clips to
move back up the frame, then the frame
may collapse in use.
7) To unlock the frame press in the silver coloured push buttons and slide the locking clip up
the tube and park it under the retaining clip. See picture above.
4.1.2 Folding Backrest.
Standing behind the Pushchair lift the top section of the backrest until the plungers on either
side are inline with their sockets. Push the top section fully down into its locked position.
To fold lift the backrest upwards until the plunger comes out of the socket and then fold
forwards.
Lift Backrest
Plunger lined up
with socket
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Important: Always lift the backrest fully upwards before folding to avoid damage to the
socket.
4.2 Upholstery
The upholstery comprises a fabric cover, 3 support boards, 3 foam pads and one 5-point
harness. These are supplied separately and must be assembled before you use the pushchair.
The following instructions show how to assemble all the upholstery components.
SEAT BOARDS AND FOAM PADS
4.2.1 Fitting seat boards and foam pads.
BACK
BOARD
HEAD
BOARD
SEAT
BOARD
VELCRO
STRIPS
SLOTS FOR
STRAPS
FOAM
PAD

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Looking at the pictures above and below, align each foam pad onto its board making sure that
the slots for the straps line up with those on the board. Press the foam pads onto the two
Velcro strips, which run down each side of the support boards.
1) Insert the boards into the pockets in the seat cover by
placing the cover on the floor with the pocket openings
facing upwards. Starting with the head board insert it into
the pocket making sure that the foam is pointing towards
the floor and the slots in the board and foam line up with
those in the seat cover.
2) Repeat this for the remaining two boards, making sure
that the foam is always downwards and the slots line up
with the seat upholstery, this ensures that when the cover
is fitted to the pushchair the foam is facing the user.
3) Make sure the cutout in the seat foam pad is facing
towards the pocket opening. (See picture opposite).
4) Finally check that all the slots in the cover and
boards line up with each other.
4.2.2 Fitting the upholstery to the pushchair.
1) Hold the upholstery by the headboard and slip the
upholstery over the top of the pushchair’s seat
frame. Pull the cover down over the back of the
pushchair so that the top of the cover (headrest
section) is sitting on the top of the backrest. (See
picture opposite).
2) Fasten the front of the cover to the frame
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the seat around the front of the seat frame and attach to the underneath of the seat using
the Velcro strips. (See picture opposite).
4.2.3 Fitting the 5-point harness.
The 5-point harness is fitted to the seat cover after the seat cover has been fitted to the
pushchair.
Tip. The harness length adjuster always goes over the user’s thighs, NEVER the
shoulders.
1) Fit the harness to the seat cover by inserting all straps from
the patterned side of the cover. When passing the buckle
through the slots in the harness always twist the buckle so
that the smallest side passes through the slot first. (See
picture opposite).
2) Insert both shoulder straps and black buckles through the
nearest slot that is above the child’s shoulder height.
Make sure the buckles pass through both the foam cushion
and backboard. Pull on the strap so that the buckle is flat
against the backrest. (See picture below).
3) Insert the pelvic straps and buckles through the slots in
the seat section, which are at the rear and side of the
seat. Make sure the buckles pass through the foam
cushion and seat board. Pull on the strap so that the
buckle is flat against the seat. Always make sure that
Shoulder Strap
Pelvic Strap
Harness
Length
Adjuster
Quick Release
Catch
Groin Strap
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the harness adjustment mechanism remains on the
patterned side of the cover.
4) Insert the groin strap and buckle through the slot at the front of the seat section of the
cover. Make sure the buckle passes through the foam cushion and seat board. Pull on the
strap so that the buckle is flat against the seat.
5) Finally neatly tuck in the sides of the cover around the
inner frame. (See picture opposite).
4.3 Harness assembly checks
1) Check that the harness is fitted the correct way up i.e. with the strap length adjusters over
the hips and that the straps have not been twisted during the threading process.
2) Check that the straps have been pulled tight, that there is no slack and that the black
buckles have been threaded correctly and cannot be pulled out.
3) Check that there are no signs of cuts, nicks or fraying in the webbing.
4) Check that the release button on the 5-point harness works correctly.
4.4 Adjusting the harness
1) Adjustments are made using the harness adjustment mechanism, which is on the pelvic
straps close to the seat upholstery. (See picture in section 4.2.3 at the top of page 9).
2) To make the harness longer press in the brass strip in the top of the harness adjustment
mechanism and pull the shoulder strap until the desired length is obtained. Alternatively,
turn the adjustment mechanism on its side to shorten or lengthen the straps.
3) To make the harness shorter, pull the short length of strap protruding through the harness
adjustment mechanism until the desired length is obtained.
4.5 To lock and release the harness
1) To lock the harness pass the long straps over the child’s shoulders and press the short
chrome strips into the quick release buckle on the groin strap.
2) To release the harness, press the red button on the buckle and pull the shoulder straps off
the child’s shoulders.

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Foot Strap Velcro Fixing
4.6 Seat Pads
The pushchair is supplied with four “L” shaped pads, two thick and
two thin. These are foam pads covered with fabric complete with
Velcro strip. They can be fitted at the sides of the seat and either side
of the head. To fit them simply press the Velcro strip on the pad onto
the black panels on the seat upholstery. (See picture opposite).
4.7 Footrest
1) To fit the footrest to the pushchair insert the
two chrome bars of the footrest into the
corresponding holes in the seat frame. (See
picture opposite).
2) Lock footrest in place by tightening (turn
clockwise) the two thumbscrews under the seat
frame.
3) To adjust the height of the footrest loosen the
two screws in the centre of the footrest. (see
picture opposite). Turn the screws
anticlockwise using a flat bladed screwdriver
whilst holding the nut at the back of the
footrest with a 10mm spanner.
4) Move the footrest to the desired height and
retighten both screws (turn clockwise).
5) The foot straps are held with Velcro. To fit and
adjust simply pull them apart place around the
feet and push together.
4.8 Options
The following items are available as optional extras and may be ordered separately, Pommel,
Rain hood, Play tray, Shopping basket and Aluminium carrying tray.
4.8.1 Pommel.
The pommel is mounted on an adjustable steel frame so that the height and depth can be
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1) To adjust depth, loosen the thumbscrew under the seat
and move the pommel in or out to the desired position
and then retighten the screw.
2) To adjust height, loosen the thumbscrew on the front of the pommel support tube. Move
the pommel to the desired height then retighten the screw.
4.9 Tilt in Space
The angle of the seat and backrest (Tilt in Space) can be infinitely adjusted throughout its
range. Adjust the seat angle as follows: -
1) The gas spring release lever, a chrome bar, is located at
the rear of the seat. To operate place one hand on the
middle front of the seat just above the footrest location,
and with the other hand gently lift the gas spring
release lever upwards (see picture opposite). Allow
the seat to recline slowly, when the required position is
reached, release the lever to lock the seat in position.
Important - Always ensure the 5-point harness is used and correctly adjusted before
reclining or returning the seat to a more upright position.
2) Always support the front of the seat when reclining, as the gas springs are very quick in
operation.
Warning. If the front of the seat is not supported, the seat may move swiftly and
could cause the occupant distress.
3) To return the seat to a more upright position, place one hand on the middle front of the
seat, just above the footrest location and use your body weight to push down. If extra
leverage is required place one hand on the footrest instead of the seat. At the same time
use the other hand to operate the gas spring release lever. When the required position is
reached release the lever.
Looking under the front of the seat, remove the
thumbscrew shown in the picture opposite. Insert
the slotted bar of the pommel into the mounting
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4.10 Brakes
1. The brake-operating pedal is on the right hand side at the rear of
the pushchair.
2. To put the brakes on press the pedal down and backwards with the
sole of your foot until it locks into place.
3. To release the brake, place your toe under the pedal and lift up.
4.11 Tipping the pushchair
To tip the pushchair backwards when climbing kerbs stand behind and holding onto the push
handle with both hands, press down and pull backwards. The front of the chair will lift.
IMPORTANT: - Take great care when doing this to avoid the combined weight of the
pushchair and occupant overcoming your strength and tipping back
onto you. Never try to tip the pushchair if the occupant is much
heavier than you are.
5. User Instructions
5.1 Getting into the pushchair
1) Put the brakes on.
2) Place the child into the seat so that their feet are on the footplate.
3) Fit the safety harness to the child and lock the harness.
4) Fit the foot straps.
5.2 Getting out of the pushchair
1) Put the brakes on.
2) Undo the safety harness and foot straps.
3) Lift child from the pushchair.
6. Attendant pushing
6.1 Pushing
1) The pushchair is easy to push over hard, even surfaces but may be more difficult over
rough, uneven surfaces and the wheels can sink into soft ground. Never force the
pushchair if it becomes stuck, this may cause the rear wheels to lift and the pushchair to
be tipped forwards. If the pushchair gets jammed on a stone or cracked pavement, tip the
ON
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pushchair backwards to raise the front wheel over the obstacle and then proceed. On soft
ground it may be easier to pull the pushchair backwards.
2) The pushchair has castor wheels and is easily steered simply by turning the pushchair in
the desired direction.
3) Whenever possible avoid steep and uneven surfaces because there is a danger that the
pushchair may tip over. If you cannot avoid difficult surfaces you must take extra care
when travelling across them.
4) Do not use the pushchair in sandy conditions.
5) Always use two hands for pushing the pushchair.
6) For the comfort of the occupant always avoid pushing too fast or making sudden fast
turns, jerking, jolting and bumping. Many occupants are liable to be affected by rough
handling, which can cause loss of confidence, discomfort or pain.
7) Avoid kerbs. Wherever possible use ramped kerbs or slopes. This will make pushing the
chair easier and safer and will be more comfortable for the occupant.
8) Avoid steep kerbs and flights of steps because of the danger of losing your grip on the
chair or of the occupant being tipped out. Always use a ramp or lift if available.
9) Always look well ahead so that you have plenty of time to avoid hazards.
10)Be considerate to other people and watch out for pedestrians who may stop or suddenly
change direction.
6.2 Brakes
1) Always put the brakes on when placing the child in or taking them out of the seat and when
leaving the pushchair unattended.
6.3 Comfort
1) Always be considerate to the occupant.
2) Before setting out on a journey make sure the occupant is comfortably and correctly seated
and that the safety harness is correctly fitted and adjusted. Always ensure that both feet are
on the footrest and that clothing is tucked in and cannot catch on doorways or other
obstructions.
3) Remember the occupant is in front of you. They will want to be part of your conversations
and interests. Also their view will be different to yours when it comes to looking into shop
windows, etc. it can be extremely frustrating to hear something exciting being discussed
when it is situated somewhere behind the occupant’s eyes, and thus, out of sight.
6.4 Lifting and general safety
1) The pushchair is designed to carry one person only. Never allow children to play on, or
stand on the footrest or frame. Never hang anything such as bags on the push handle. If
you do, there is a danger of the pushchair tipping backwards.

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2) If it is necessary to lift the Fold-a-Way whilst it is occupied always use two people, one
either side of the pushchair.
3) For your own safety and good practice never lift the empty pushchair until it has been
properly folded. Always use good lifting practice.
4) Do not allow children to play with the gas spring release lever.
5) Never leave the child/occupant unattended, even with the harness fitted.
6) Keep children clear of the wheelbase during opening and folding.
7. Cleaning
7.1 Frame.
1) To clean the frame, wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
2) For more stubborn stains wipe with a damp cloth and warm water in which a little mild
soap has been dissolved. Dry thoroughly
3) Never use furniture polish or any spirit to clean the frame.
7.2 Patterned cover.
1) Remove the cover from the pushchair. Remove the harness and support boards from the
cover. Wash as per instructions on the cover (40°C Synthetic Wash).
2) Dry cover thoroughly before re-assembly. Do not tumble dry.
7.3 Patterned “L” shaped pad cover
1) Remove foam pads,
2) Wash as per instructions on the cover (40°C Synthetic Wash).
3) Dry covers thoroughly before re-assembly. Do not tumble dry.
4) The foam pads can wiped with a damp cloth but must be dried thoroughly.
7.4 Five point harness
1) Remove harness from pushchair.
2) Wipe with a damp cloth and dry very thoroughly. Do not tumble dry.
3) Do Not immerse in water or wash in a machine.
8. Maintenance
Should a problem be found when carrying out the regular checks, it should be immediately
reported to the issuing authority or Tendercare Ltd.
8.1 Routine maintenance
The users family can easily carry out the following tasks. No tools are required.
1) Always wipe the pushchair dry. Never put it away damp.

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2) Check that the two-footrest retaining thumbscrews are in place and are hand tight (daily).
3) Check operation of the brake, folding and reclining mechanisms (weekly).
4) Check condition of harness, stitching and buckle (weekly).
5) Clean frame when necessary (we suggest at least once a week).
If you find any faults refer to you’re issuing authority or Tendercare Ltd.
8.2 Six monthly maintenance
Someone who is a competent tradesman or repairer should only carry out this work. If a
major fault is found stop using the pushchair until it has been corrected.
1) Fold and open the pushchair. Check that all movements through the folding range are free.
Examine frame for any damage. Check operation of the seat recline mechanism.
2) Examine upholstery and foot straps for wear and arrange for replacement if necessary.
3) Examine nuts, bolts, pivots and frame plugs for tightness and general condition.
4) Check that the two-footrest retaining thumbscrews are in place and are hand tight.
5) Examine brake assembly for wear, damage and correct operation.
6) Examine tyres for sharp objects, cuts or splits.
7) Examine castor and wheel bearings and suspension for excessive wear.
8) Check castors and rear wheels for free rotation, security and accumulation of fluff and grit.
Remove with a dry lint free cloth.
For all other repairs refer to your issuing authority or Tendercare Ltd.
9. Oxygen Cylinder
1) If a portable oxygen cylinder is required, the maximum size recommended by Tendercare is
type PD 455 mm long x 100 mm diameter weight approximately 10 kg. For cylinder and
safety information contact:-
BOC Gases, Customer Service Centre, Priestley Road, Worsley, Manchester M28 2UT.
Telephone [phone].
Warnings: -
If using medical oxygen cylinders ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
When mounting an oxygen cylinder onto the pushchair care must be taken to
ensure the pushchair will not be damaged in any way. In addition the stability of
the pushchair must not adversely affected. If necessary, stability tests should be
carried out on the loaded Pushchair.

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2) If an oxygen cylinder is required it must be mounted in an approved carrying tray, be
adequately supported and restrained considering the intended use and environment.
Important: When the pushchair is used as a seat in a vehicle the oxygen cylinder and
carrying tray must be removed.
3) Valve, gauges and fittings must be adequately protected from mechanical damage.
4) When using an oxygen cylinder, users and carers should be aware of the potential hazard
caused by smoking, naked flames or other exposed heat sources, oil or grease.
5) Because the fitting and use of oxygen are outside the control of Tendercare Ltd, Tendercare
Ltd does not accept any liability relating to the use of oxygen with the pushchair.
10. Warranty
1) Tendercare undertakes to repair or replace free of charge, any parts or part found to be
defective due to manufacturer within a period of 12 months from the date of delivery.
2) Tendercare Limited will not repair or replace free of charge any part or parts found to be
defective due to abuse, misuse or lack of correct maintenance.
3) Equipment for warranty claims should be returned in a strong carton. There may be a
charge for collection. Contact Tendercare Customer Service Department on 01903
726161.
11. Transporting the Pushchair
The Fold-a-Way Spring can be folded for transport in the luggage area of a vehicle.
The Fold-a-Way Spring has been successfully impact tested against International Standard
ISO7176-19 and may be used as a vehicle seat.
Important: - When used as a vehicle seat the following instructions must be followed.
11.1 Preparing Fold-a-Way Spring for Transport
1) Check that the child is correctly strapped in the Fold-a-Way using the correct 5-point
harness. Check that the 5-point harness is properly adjusted.
2) Remove the following if fitted, Pommel, Play tray, Rain-hood, Shopping basket or
Aluminium carrying tray.
3) Position the pushchair correctly in the vehicle over the floor track with the front of the
pushchair facing towards the front of the vehicle. (in the direction of travel). Put The
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4) Check that the seat is in the most upright position (Not reclined).
11.2 Attaching Fold-a-Way Spring to Vehicle
1) The pushchair must be attached to the vehicle using a 4-point webbing restraint that
complies with ISO 10542 Part 2, SAE2249 or DIN 75078/2. (See the picture on page
21).
Note: - (Such restraints are manufactured by Unwin Safety Systems & Q’Straint).
2) A trained person should only attach the restraints.
3) Attach the front restraints to the pushchair, one each side on the horizontal cross
member of the frame which is just above the castors (See Fig A page 20).
4) Attach the rear restraints to the pushchair, one each side on the vertical section of the
frame just above the boss which supports the tilting mechanism (See Fig B page 20).
11.3 Fitting Passenger Belts
1) The passenger MUST be restrained using an approved vehicle safety belt. Tendercare Ltd
recommends the use of either a split reel double inertia seat belt or split 3-point occupant
restraint system. (Such restraints are manufactured by Unwin Safety Systems &
Q’Straint).
2) A trained person should only attach the restraints.
3) Double Inertia Reel System or split 3-point occupant restraint system
Feed the lap strap between the seat and gas strut,
then through the slot in the left hand side of the
seat upholstery (See photo A opposite). (Lift the
outer side flaps of the upholstery to gain access to
the slot, which is towards the back of the seat).
Pass the strap over the passengers lap and out
through the slot in the right hand side of the seat
and down to the quick release catch.
Feed the shoulder strap over the top of the backrest then over
the left hand shoulder of the passenger, across their chest and
out through the slot in the right hand side of the seat. Lock
into the quick release catch on the right hand side of the
wheelchair. (See Photo B opposite).
B
A

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1) When side pads are fitted on the inside of the seat it will sometimes be necessary to
push these out of the way whilst fitting the lap strap.
11.4 Important Points
In an emergency press the quick release buckles
1) The lap strap must be located as low down over the hips as possible. It must not cross the
stomach of the passenger.
2) Adjust the shoulder strap/s so that it does not press against the passenger’s neck but passes
over middle of the shoulder.
3) Always pass the strap between the seat and gas strut, NEVER over the gas strut. See
Picture “A” above.
Warnings: -
The Fold-a-Way Spring should only be secured in vehicles using a 4-point webbing restraint
system that complies with ISO 10542 Part 2, SAE2249 or DIN 75078/2. NO other
restraint system can be used.
If transporting medical oxygen cylinders ensure compliance with applicable standards.
Any item involved in an accident no matter how minor MUST BE WITHDRAWN FROM
SERVICE IMMEDIATELY AND REPLACED.
12. Repairs
1) Repairs; for all repairs contact your issuing authority.
2) Major repairs; for all major repairs e.g. bent or damaged frame, the equipment should be
returned to the factory. Contact Tendercare Ltd customer services on 01903 726161.
3) An approved agent may carry out the following repairs and replacements. A workshop
manual is available to repairers from Tendercare Ltd. Replacement of Wheels, Seat and
Backrest upholstery, Harness and Gas strut.
Important Points
1) Do not reuse Nyloc nuts. Always replace with a new Nyloc nut.
2) Always use Loctite thread locking compound Grade 241.
3) Always use recommended components and parts available from Tendercare Ltd.
4) Do not modify or repair the frame

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5)
Mounting of Webbing Restraint
Fig A
C
Fig B