Tomtar MR-S User manual

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TOMTAR MR-S & TOMTAR MR-LG
Standard & lightweight wheelchair
User manual
Version 2.0.0

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Thank you for choosing the
TOMTAR MR-S / MR-LG manual wheelchair
from DIETZ.
Read these operating instructions carefully before starting to use your
new TOMTAR MR-S / MR-LG. They contain important safety instructions
and valuable tips on correctly using the wheelchair.
They also contain information concerning operational safety, road safety
and the best possible value retention of your wheelchair.
If you have any questions or require additional information, please con-
tact the specialist retailer which supplied the wheelchair to you.
You can always find the latest information on your product on our
homepage. For information or queries concerning product safety and on
recalls, please contact DIETZ in writing or by telephone. You will find our
contact information on the back of these operating instructions.
NOTE
A large-print version of the operating instructions is
available for visually impaired persons at
www.dietz-rehab.de in PDF format.
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FOREWORD

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
01 Important information
Intended purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Contraindications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
02 Product description
Scope of delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Accessories (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Structure of the TOMTAR MR-S/MR-LG . . . . . .9
03 Setting up the wheelchair
Preparing the wheelchair for use . . . . . . . . . .10
3.1 Folding/unfolding the wheelchair. . . . . .10
3.2 Backrest upholstery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
3.3 Attaching the leg rests . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
04 Using the wheelchair
4.1 Getting in and out of your wheelchair . .12
4.2 Swivelling the side panels/armrests . . . .14
4.3 Removing the side panels / armrests . . .14
4.4 Folding up the foot plates . . . . . . . . . . .15
4.5 Swivelling and detaching the leg
rests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
4.6 Propelling and slowing down the
wheelchair with the push rims. . . . . . . .16
4.7 Driving on gradients and uneven
ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
4.8 Loading the wheelchair. . . . . . . . . . . . .17
4.9 Parking brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
4.10 Drum brakes for an attendant
(optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
4.11 Removing and attaching rear
wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
4.12 Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Transport of the wheelchair without user . . . .21
Wheelchair as a car seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Attaching the wheelchair
restraint systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Wheelchair user restraint system . . . . . . . . . .24

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05 Individual adjustments
Important information on adjustments. . . . . .26
Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
5.1 Lower leg length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
5.2 Adjustable backrest
(only TOMTAR MR-LG) . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
5.3 Armrests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
5.4 Adjusting the push handle
(only TOMTAR MR-LG) . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
5.5 Seat depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
5.6 Seat height adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
5.7 Parking brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
5.8 Drum brake (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
5.9 Wheelbase extension (optional). . . . . . .31
5.10 Anti-tipping supports (optional). . . . . . .32
5.11 Angle-adjustable foot plates . . . . . . . . .33
5.12 Safety belt (optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
5.13 Amputee support (optional) . . . . . . . . .34
5.14 Brake lever extension (optional) . . . . . .34
5.15 Height-adjustable side panel
(optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
5.16 Therapy tray (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
5.17 Angle-adjustable leg rest (optional). . . .36
5.18 Accessories and add-ons from
external suppliers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
06 Technical data
Wheelchair dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Technical specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Further information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Product tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
07 Safety instructions
Safety information & driving restrictions. . . . .42
08 Instructions for general use
Servicing/maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Disinfection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Handing over and reuse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Product labelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
09 Manufacturer‘s declarations
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Lifetime. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Liability. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

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01 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
INTENDED PURPOSE
The wheelchair TOMTAR MR-S / MR-LG is only intended to be used to
carry persons with a maximum bodyweight of 130 kg. It can be used
indoors and outdoors.
Persons who use the wheelchair independently must be physically and
mentally capable of moving and braking the wheelchair. The user must
have sufficiently good eyesight to use the wheelchair in public spaces
and to use public highways.
If the wheelchair is moved by an accompanying person, the accompany-
ing person must be physically capable of pushing and braking the occu-
pied wheelchair.
The wheelchair is not suitable for children. The wheelchair shall not be
used for the transport of more than one person or of cargo.
The intended purpose may differ for products which were manufactured
as custom-made device and which have been labelled as such. In this
case, please refer to the documentation supplied with the product.
INDICATIONS
This wheelchair provides assistance for persons who are unable to walk
or who have a severe walking impediment due to
t Paralysis
t Loss of limbs
t Limb defect / deformation
t Joint contracture/joint damage (not on both arms)
t Other diseases.

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01 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Use of the wheelchair is unsuitable in the case of
t False sensations
t Severe disequilibrium
t Loss of limbs on both arms
t Joint contracture / joint damage on both arms
t Inability to sit
t Impaired or inadequate vision.
SYMBOLS
These symbols indicate passages of text that are helpful for using and
operating the product in every day life.
WARNING
It is mandatory to observe and comply with warnings.
They inform you of circumstances that could result in injury and/or
damage to the wheelchair or surroundings if the warnings are not
observed.
NOTE
Tips and advice to simplify using the functions.
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02 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The TOMTAR MR-S / MR-LG is delivered completely assembled and
packaged in a box. If possible, please keep the packaging for possible
later storage of the wheelchair.
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
On receipt of the wheelchair, please immediately check to make sure
that the contents are complete and undamaged. The contents consist of:
t 1 set of cardboard box and packaging
t 1 pre-assembled wheelchair
t 1 pair of leg rests
t Operating instructions
t Multipurpose wrench (8, 10, 13, 16, 19 mm)
t Accessories (if selected)
ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL)
Wheelchair accessories available from the manufacturer:
t Amputee support(s)
t Anti-tipping supports
t Safety belt
t Brake lever extension
t Wheelbase extension
t Height-adjustable side panel
t Therapy tray
t Angle-adjustable leg rests

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02 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
STRUCTURE OF THE TOMTAR MR-S/MR-LG
Basic components
The overview represents all models and shows the most important components of the
standard folding wheelchair. All illustrations show the standard TOMTAR MR-S wheelchair
unless stated otherwise.
Foot plate
Armrest locking lever
Leg rest locking lever
Side panel
Armrest
Backrest
Push handle
Push rims Seat
Heel strap
Swivel wheel
Quick-release axle
Parking brake
Rear wheel
Leg rest
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PREPARING THE WHEELCHAIR FOR USE
The following chapter contains information on how to unfold the wheel-
chair and prepare it for use. Before using the wheelchair for the first
time, you need only to unfold the wheelchair, attach the leg rests and fix
the Velcro backrest upholstery flap in place.
The chapter ”05 Individual adjustments” contains explanations of
all the more complicated adjustment options, such as the seat height,
angles etc., that can be used for optimum adjustment.
03 SETTING UP THE WHEELCHAIR
3.1 Folding/unfolding the wheelchair
Unfolding the wheelchair
1. Tip the wheelchair slightly to one side (1, Fig. 2).
2. On the opposite side, press the seat tube
downwards as far as it will go (2, Fig. 2).
3. Tip the wheelchair back and set it down.
4. Check whether the wheelchair has unfolded
completely. To do so, press on the tubes on
both sides of the seat
Folding the wheelchair
1. Fold up the foot plates or remove the leg
rests. (Chapter 4.4 & 4.5)
2. Take hold of the front and back edges of the
seat cover and pull the seat cover upwards
in the middle (3, Fig. 2). The wheelchair will
then fold automatically.
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The initial set-up should be carried out by trained personnel of the medical
supplies dealer.
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3. Push back the backrest upholstery when
folding the wheelchair.
3.2 Backrest upholstery
The flap (1, Fig. 3) of the backrest upholstery
can be fixed to the bottom of the seat pad
with Velcro to close the gap between backrest
and seat.
3.3 Attaching the leg rests
1. Insert the leg rest into the guide on the
wheelchair from above (1, Fig. 4). When do-
ing so, the leg rest must be angled out-
wards. The foot plate must be folded up.
2. Swivel the leg rest forwards (2, Fig. 4). You
must hear and feel the leg rest engage.
3. Check that the leg rest is securely locked in
place.
4. The footplates are folded down after the leg
rests have been attached.
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USING THE WHEELCHAIR
4.1 Getting in and out of your wheelchair
Different handicaps allow more or less ma-
noeuvrability.
To get in and out of your wheelchair easily and
safely, the following tips can be helpful.
NOTE
Place the wheelchair backwards against a sta-
ble wall (Fig. 5). This ensures that the wheel-
chair will not roll away on smooth surfaces.
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04 USING THE WHEELCHAIR
Getting into your wheelchair
1. Take off the leg rests (see chapter 4.5).
2. If possible, place the wheelchair’s rear wheels against a solid
wall.
3. Apply the parking brakes to lock the wheelchair in place.
4. Stand as close as possible to the wheelchair. Turn around, then
carefully move backwards until your legs touch the edge of the
seat.
5. Now grab the armrest with your hands.
6. You can now sit down slowly and safely.
7. Swivel both the leg rests back to the front in the direction of
travel. Listen and feel for the click to ensure that the leg rests are
correctly engaged.
8. Finally, fold both the foot plates downwards using your feet and
place your feet on the foot plates (see chapter 3.3).
Getting out of your wheelchair
Carry the procedure out in the opposite sequence.
WARNING
Do not stand on the foot plates or footboard while getting up or sitting
down. They are not intended to bear the full weight of one person.
NOTE
To transfer sidewards, the side panel must be swivelled up (see chapter
4.2).
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4.2 Swivelling the side panels/armrests
The side panels can be swivelled upwards/
back along with the armrests to enable users
to transfer onto or off the wheelchair from the
side.
1. Press the side panel locking lever forwards
(1, Fig. 6).
2. Take hold of the side panel by the tube in
front of the armrest and swivel the side pan-
el upwards/back (2, Fig. 6)
When swivelling the side panel downwards:
Insert the tube of the side panel into the xture
and ensure that it engages correctly (3, Fig. 6)
4.3 Removing the side panels /arm-
rests
1. Swivel the side panel upwards/back (chap-
ter 4.2).
2. Pull the rear pin on the clamping device
downwards (4, Fig. 7).
3. Grip the side part by the armrest and pull it
back out of the holder (5, Fig 7).
To reattach the side panel, perform these
actions in reverse order.
NOTE
The rear mount must be guided into the xture
when inserting the side panel /armrest. Ensure
that the locking pin audibly engages.
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4.4 Folding up the foot plates
1. Take hold of the foot plate by the front edge.
2. Swivel the foot plate upwards. (Fig. 8)
WARNING
The user must not put their weight on the foot
plates when getting in and out of the wheel-
chair.
4.5 Swivelling and detaching the leg
rests
The leg rests can be swivelled to the side and
detached to make it easier to transfer onto or
off the wheelchair. This also allows you to
move the wheelchair closer to a bed or bath-
tub.
1. Fold the foot plate upwards (see chapter 4.4).
2. Pull the locking grip upwards (2, Fig. 9)
3. Swivel the leg rest to the side (3, Fig. 9).
4. If you wish to remove the leg rest: Take hold
of the leg rest on the horizontal part of the
tube and pull the leg rest upwards out of
the guide (4, Fig. 9)
WARNING
When leg rests are swivelled outwards, they are
automatically unlocked and can easily become
detached from their mounts. Please be aware of
this, e.g. during transport!
Fig.8
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4.6 Propelling and slowing down the
wheelchair with the push rims
The wheelchair is pushed and slowed down
using the push rims. Grip the push rims with
your hands with your thumbs pointing for-
wards on the push rims (see Fig. 10).
WARNING
Ensure that your thumbs do not touch the tyre
casing of the wheel whilst the wheelchair is in
motion.
To propel the wheelchair forwards: Push both
wheels forwards evenly.
To propel the wheelchair backwards: Push
both wheels backwards evenly.
To stop the wheelchair: Close your hands
around the push rims and gradually increase
the pressure of your grip.
To steer to one side: Slow the wheel on the
side to which you wish to turn.
To turn the wheelchair on the spot: Push one
wheel forwards and the other wheel back-
wards at the same time.
Fig.10
WARNING
Risk of trapping
between the tyre and sideguard / armrest!
WARNING
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4.7 Driving on gradients and uneven
ground
Potholes and uneven ground can cause the
wheelchair to tip over when driving over
ramps, slopes, gradients and kerbs.
Lean your body forwards when driving up-
wards over a step or slope. (1 & 2, Fig. 11)
Lean your upper body further backwards when
driving down slopes and steps. (3 & 4, Fig. 11)
WARNING
Always drive up or down slopes/gradients in a
straight line and at a reduced speed. Do not
drive over slopes or gradients obliquely as this
increases the risk of tipping over.
4.8 Loading the wheelchair
Additional loads (backpacks or similar objects)
up to max. 5 kg can be hung from the push
handles as long as the max. user weight is not
exceeded.
WARNING
Hanging loads on the wheelchair increases the
risk of it tipping over backwards.
That is why DIETZ recommends using anti-tip-
ping supports.
10˚
10˚
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4.9 Parking brakes
The wheelchair has one parking brake on ei-
ther side. They can be used to park the wheel-
chair safety.
1. Press the brake lever forwards so that the
brake blocks the wheel (1, Fig. 12).
2. Press the brake lever further forwards until
you feel it engage (2, Fig. 13).
To release the parking brake: Pull the brake
lever backwards.
WARNING
Do not use the parking brakes to stop the
wheelchair during motion as this may cause the
wheels to block.
NOTE
Use both parking brakes when parking the
wheelchair. This ensures that the braking force
is evenly distributed on both rear wheels.
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4.10 Drum brakes for an attendant
(optional)
WARNING
In models without drum brakes, the accompany-
ing person must be physically capable of brak-
ing the wheelchair by themselves.
The wheelchair is optionally available with
drum brakes for an attendant. The drum brakes
enable the wheelchair to be slowed in a con-
trolled manner while in motion. The drum
brakes can also be used as additional parking
brakes.
Stopping the wheelchair:
Pull evenly on both brake levers (1, Fig. 14).
Parking the wheelchair:
1. Pull on both brake levers (1, Fig. 14).
2. Push the safety catch away from yourself
until it engages (2, Fig. 14). The drum brake
is now locked.
NOTE
If the drum brakes are locked, it must not be
possible to push the wheelchair.
Releasing the parking brake: Pull the brake le-
vers gently. The lock will be released.
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4.11 Removing and attaching rear
wheels
It can be useful to remove the rear wheels
when transporting the wheelchair or making
adjustments.
Removing a rear wheel:
1. Use your thumb to press the lock button of
the quick-release axle in the centre of the
wheel hub (1, Fig. 15).
2. Put your other fingers between the spokes.
3. Pull the rear wheel with the quick-release
axle out of the axle holder (2, Fig. 15).
Attaching a rear wheel:
1. Use your thumb to press the lock button of
the quick-release axle.
2. Position the rear wheel on the wheelchair
and insert the quick-release axle into the
mount until it engages.
3. Check whether the quick-release axle is cor-
rectly engaged.
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WARNING
After attaching the wheels, always verify that
the lock has engaged correctly.
NOTE
If you hold down the lock button when attach-
ing the rear wheels it is easier to insert the
quick-release axle in the mount.
Fig.15