Mighty Wheelchair

LM9707

205kg

Thank  you  for  purchasing  this  Mighty  Wheelchair.    It  is  strongly   recommended  that  you  read  through  this  user  manual  prior  to   using  your  Mighty  Wheelchair  for  the  first  ;me.    Your  Mighty  

Wheelchair  should  provide  years  of  trouble-­‐free  use,  provided   that  you  adhere  to  these  recommenda;ons.    

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Padded upholstered armrest for comfort

Threaded seat screw inserts reduce stripping from upholstery changes

Seat width

60cm (24") W x 50cm (20") D

Mighty Wheelchair

Comfortable and easyclean vinyl upholstery with chart pocket on back

Mag Style Wheels

Steel frame with chrome plating

Double Cross Bar, black colour

Padded Elevating leg rest with security stainless steel ratchet bar lock system

Net Weight 27kg

Height adjustable

Triple axle hemiheight frame and three fork hole height adjustable

Heavy-duty fork and welded fork stem prevent wobbling

Aluminium flip up footplates

Note: Maximum user weight for this wheelchair is

205kg

Evo care is a quality endorsed company and supplies equipment listed with the

Therapeutic Goods Administration.

The ARTG number for the LM9707 Mighty Wheelchair is 218602.

Making LM9707 Wheelchair Non-Folding

In hospitals and nursing homes, theft of wheelchairs is often a common problem.

Because most wheelchairs can be folded, they can easily be placed into the boot of a vehicle. These loses causes expense and inconvenience to institutions that rely on wheelchairs for the safe transport of people. Theft is less likely with a nonfolding wheelchair.

Rivet positions for LM9707 Wheelchair

Under wheelchair view

Procedure:

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Ensure wheelchair is fully unfolded—At its full width.

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Use 12 x 3/16” Stainless Steel Rivets.

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Place rivets 20mm from each end of the bracket and in the middle of the bracket

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Use 1/8” drill bit for initial holes then use 3/16” drill bit to finish hole to correct size.

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A pneumatic rivet tool is best, although a hand lever type may be used—it will be difficult with a standard rivet tool, as rivets are large and stainless steel—NOTE: Only use stainless steel rivets.

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One location on each side should be drilled and riveted before other holes are drilled so holes don’t become misaligned.

Advantages:

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Easier to propel and turn due to the frame rigidity—No energy lost in frame movement.

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Greater strength and durability; parts moving less.

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Less likely to be stolen as it is harder to transport.

A Comfort Cushion (LM9707C ) is recommended as there will be less give in the seat.

OPTIONAL  

IV Pole, Oxygen Bottle Holder Attachment

A  two-­‐prong,  chrome  plated  steel  IV  with   telescoping  stem  which  can  be  easily   height  adjusted,  allowing  use  of   medica;on  while  on  the  move  

With  aGached  chrome  plated  steel   oxygen  boGle  holder  is  designed  to  fit  a  

“C”  size  cylinder.  Perfect  for  people  who   need  to  bring  their  Oxygen  cylinder  with   them.  

Product Code: 9SK1H0005

Attaches at handle Attaches at axle

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SPARE  PARTS  

Evocare Code Description

Spare Parts for (LM9707)

9SK1U7071

9SK1U7072

9SK1A7071L

9SK1A7071R

9SK1W7071

9SK1W7073

9SK1W7072

9SK1L7071

9SK1L7072

Seat Vinyl width 24"W x 18" D

Back Vinyl 24" WIDE

Removable padded desk length armrests ‐ LH

Removable padded desk length armrests ‐ RH

Front Castors (each)

Model PU tyre and wheel (each)

Bearings for front castors (each)

Foot plates

Legrest adjustment pin (each)

The  comfort  convoluted  (egg  shell)  foam   cushion  –  LM9707C  is  an  op;on  

Safety / Handling of Wheelchairs

Safety and handling of the Mighty Wheelchair requires the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant. This manual points out the most common procedures and techniques involved in the safe operation and maintenance of the Mighty wheelchair. It is important to practice and master these safe techniques until you are comfortable in manoeuvring around the frequently encountered architectural barriers.

Use this information only as a basic guide. The techniques that are discussed on the following pages have been used successfully by many users.

Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with daily living activities that may differ from those described in this manual. All warnings and cautions given in this manual MUST be followed.

Techniques in this manual are a starting point for the new Mighty wheelchair user and assistant with safety as the most important consideration for all.

Stability and Balance

To assure stability and proper operation of your Mighty wheelchair, you must at all times maintain proper balance. Your Mighty wheelchair has been designed to remain upright and stable during normal daily activities as long as you do not move beyond the centre of gravity.

Virtually all activities which involve movement in the Mighty wheelchair have an effect on the centre of gravity. Use the adjustable seatbelt for additional safety.

DO NOT lean forward out of the Mighty wheelchair any further than the length of the armrests. Make sure the castors are pointing in the forward position whenever you lean forward. This can be achieved by advancing the Mighty wheelchair and then reversing a little in a straight line.

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Operating Instructions

To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified health professional before attempting active use of the Mighty wheelchair.

ALWAYS check hand grips for looseness before using the Mighty wheelchair. If loose and/or worn, replace immediately.

If the Mighty wheelchair is exposed to extreme temperature (above 38°C or below 0°C), high humidity and/or becomes wet, prior to use, ensure hand grips DO NOT twist on the

Mighty wheelchair handle—otherwise damage or injury may occur.

DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat as this may tip the wheelchair.

DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees as this may tip the wheelchair.

DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects behind you, as this may tip the wheelchair.

DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching, as this may tip the wheelchair.

DO NOT tilt the Mighty wheelchair without assistance.

DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors—serious injury may occur.

NEVER leave an unoccupied Mighty wheelchair on an incline.

DO NOT attempt to stop a moving Mighty wheelchair with the wheel locks. Wheel locks are not brakes.

Before attempting to transfer in or out of the Mighty wheelchair, every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance. Turn both castors parallel to the object you are transferring onto. When transferring to and from the Mighty wheelchair, ALWAYS lock both hand brakes (locks) before transferring to and from the Mighty wheelchair.

DO NOT sit or transfer into the Mighty wheelchair unless it is fully open.

DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways.

DO NOT climb, go up or down ramps or traverse slopes greater than 9°.

DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline which has a film of water, ice or oil on it.

DO NOT attempt to ride over kerbs or obstacles. Doing so may cause your Mighty wheelchair to tip, causing bodily harm or damage to the wheelchair.

DO NOT over tighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to the frame tubing.

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Quick Release Components

The Mighty wheelchair comes with a number of components which can be easily removed without tools for storage or transport.

Armrests

Remove the armrest by pushing in the button on the armrest tubing (1) whilst lifting the armrest up (2).

Because the armrest are detachable , DO NOT lift the wheelchair by the armrests.

Using the Stepper Tube

Use the stepper tube to raise the front castors (when mounting a low kerb for example).

To use, push down on the stepper tube with your foot. DO NOT raise the front castors by pushing down on the push handles as this could tip the wheelchair.

To mount a low kerb. Approach the low kerb head on. Then the assistant uses the stepper tube to raise the front castors, and lowers the front castors on the raised kerb.

Finally the assistant should push the wheelchair forward, lifting it up slightly to mount the kerb if required.

To go down a low kerb. Line up the front castors with the edge of the low kerb. The assistant uses the stepper tube to raise the front castors and tip the users back slightly.

Keeping the castors raised slowly move the wheelchair forward and slowly lower it down the low kerb.

Warning: When going down a low kerb, the front castors must be raised to prevent the user from falling forward. The above are only recommendations and may not be suitable for all events.

WARNING

After any adjustments, and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely.

Otherwise, injury or damage may result.

As with any vehicle, the wheels and tyres should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced when necessary.

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1 . Evocare provides consumers w ith the follow ing warranty in relat ion to thi s Product , in addition to comply ing with the requirements of any relevan t legislation , including the Compet ition and Consumer Act2010 (Cth) in Au stralia and the

Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 in New Zealand (the Acts), e xcept where a New Zeal and consumer acquires the Product for the purposes of a bus iness .

2. In th is warranty , we have used the follow ing defin itions :

(a) Form means a warranty claim form issued by Evocare in respect of Products;

(b) Evocare or our mean s Evocare Australia Pty Limited, ABN 98 078 566 604 of Level 19, 144 Edward Street,

Brisbane 4000 ;

(c) Products means the goods manufactured for Evocare (including products manufactured by its contract manufacturers);

(d) Material me ans a material or component used by Evocare in the manufactur e of the Products ;

(e) Retailer means the authori sed dealer of Product s from whom the Product was purcha sed ;

(f) Warranty Period means the warranty period commencing from the date of purcha se of the relevant Product. If the

Product or part (as the ca se may be) is repaired o r replaced , the re will be no extension to the orig inal warranty per iod; and

(g) Workmanship means the handling , assembly and manufactur ing proce sses performed by or on behalf of Evocare in order to manufacture the Products.

3 . Evocare warr ants that for the duration of the Warranty Period , all Products w ill be fr ee of fault s arising from defects in

Workmanship or Materials, on the terms and conditions s et out in this warranty .

4 . Evocare underta kes that if during the Warranty Period any Product , o r any part of a Product , has failed to ope rate correctly due to faulty Workmanship or defective Material , it will repa ir or replace the Product or part (as the ca se may be) free of charge provided that the following procedures are met :

(a) The consumer must contact the Retailer or Evocare upon becoming aware of any defect to a Product upon which the con sumer will be required to complete a Form and provide sati sfactory proof of purchase .

(b) Evocare will review the Form to determine whether there is a defect , and if so Evocare agrees to (at its option) repair , replace or supply equivalent goods , or pay the cost of any of those remedies to the consumer.

(c) If Evocare request s the return of the app licable Product or part , the consume r will be responsible for the collection and fre ight costs of return ing that Product or part to Evocare .

(d) The con sumer acknowledge s that i t is also responsible for the freight costs to deliver any new Product or replacement part to it.

5 . This warranty is i n add ition to any non-e xcludable legal r ights or remed ies conferred on the consumer under any applicable Act and any si milar law s . To the extent permitted by law , Evocare 's liability for any non-excludable condition or warranty is limited to rectifying any defect at its option , as set out i n paragraph 4(b) .

6 . Subject to the requirements of any appl icable Act or legi slation and to the extent perm itted by law , no liability

(whether expressed or i mplied) of any nature whatsoever , is accepted by Evocare for any consequential loss , dama ge or injury arising as a result of any fault in the Products .

7 . This warranty does not e xtend to dama ge to Products wh ich occurs during trans it or tran sportation, or which is cau sed by any abuse , accident or improper installation , connection , use , adjustment or repair or use of goods otherwise than in accordance with instruction s i ssued by Evocare .

8 . The warranty on Product s is waived if any addit ion or attachment to the Product s do not have Evocare 's approval or are not s old as Evocare products . The Products are designed to perform specific ta sks under established test loads and unauthorised attachments may produce s tresses for which the design is not appropriate .

9 . The following applies to consumers who purchased a relevant Product in Australia:

Our good s come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law . You are e ntitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensat ion for any other reasonably fore seeable lo ss or damage. You are also ent itled to hav e the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and th e failure does not amount to a major failure. 10  

Your Evocare Mighty Wheelchair is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for 12 months, for the original consumer.

This warranty does not cover device failure due to owner misuse, negligence, or normal wear and tear.

The warranty does not extend to non-durable components such as rubber accessories, brakes and grips, which are subject to normal wear and tear. Non-durable components are warranted for 3 months.

For more information about your LM9707 Mighty Wheelchair, warranty or to order parts call 07 3355 8007.

E- mail: [email protected]

Website www.evocare.com.au

Manufactured for:

Evocare Australia Pty Limited, 260 South Pine Road, Enoggera. QLD. 4051.

Phone: 07 3355 8000 FAX: 07 3355 5043

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