Convaid Scout Guida Utente

ENGLISHUser’s Guide ScoutMobile Positioning ChairsSAVE THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCEREAD INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

7CONVAID USER’S GUIDEFig.25Depending on the user’s degree of ability or pre-scription from a doctor or physical therapist, theback angle may need adju

8Depth Adjustable Crotch Strap The crotch strap can be adjusted by threading strapthrough desired slot. Fig.27Fig.27FITTING GUIDETwo-p

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE9Fig.31Fig.32H-harness shoulder straps help the user retain upright trunk position.To adjust, insert the bolt at the end of the st

10FITTING GUIDEFootplate Adjustment Seat-to-footplate height is measured from theback of the knee to the bottom of the h

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE11For additional range:4. Using a hex key (included), remove both bolts from the housing bracket on the frame. Flip the bracket up

POSITIONING GUIDE12Positioning GuideSingleFlapAdjustable trunk support stabilizes the trunk and maintains midlinepositioning. It can be pulled to one

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE13Lateral Thigh Support (Adductor) Fig.46Fig.47Pulls thighs together, improving hipalignment and stabilizing seating

14POSITIONING GUIDEHeavy-duty, reinforced upholsteryis standard on the Scout. Thepadded seat and seat back comewith pockets which have remov-able plas

Foot Positioner CONVAID USER’S GUIDEFig.58 Fig.59To attach, threadstrap throughfootplate asshown in Fig.58,the

16ACCESSORIESHeadrest Cover (Canopy) Fig.611. Move rubber spacers toadjust height of the canopy.2. Insert into socket rod.Fig

CONVAID USER’S GUIDEiNotice: The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of this document may be photocopi

Grab Bar Attach one end of grabbar to the armrest tube.Pull other end of telescoping grab bar indirect

18TRANSIT MODELS3. The wheelchair tiedown straps are to be securely attached from the vehicle floor points to anchor points on the chair. All Convaid

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE19Fabric Removal Fig.64Fig.65MiscellaneousFig.66Fig.674. Unzip the four zippers located o

20WHEELSFig.68 Fig.69Specifications Scout wheels come standard with 8” and 12-1/2” pneumatic (air-filled) ti

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE21Locking and Unlocking Fig.71UnlockedFig.70LockedTo unlock,push forwardon handle. Fig.71To lock,

22WHEELSIn the event that thefront wheels develop ashimmy, use a wrench(3/4”) to tighten thestem nut. Adjust thestem nut clockwise untilshimmy disappe

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE23Hand Brakes Fig.76Fig.77Fig.78Lever Adjustment To increase brake pressure, turn adjust-ing nut

WHEELS24Fig.79Inner Pad Adjustment Turn nut Fig.79 clockwise to movepad closer to disk (wheel shouldspin and not grab). NOTE: Adjust whe

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE25Remove outer pad first by pulling tabdownward. Fig.83 To remove innerpad, insert a 2.5 mm Hex wrench intoscrew (A) Fig.84 and tu

WHEELS26Install outer pad by dropping the springside over the small post. Push upwarduntil the spring clips lightly onto thepost. Fig.90NOTE: Spring

Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Unfolding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing Pads Return calipers to the axle bracketusing Hex bolts (A) and (B) and Hex wrench. Fig.91 & 92Make sure Hex

ANATOMIC BACK SUPPORT FRAMEAnatomic Back Support FrameThe anatomic back support frame stabilizes the neck and head in a functional position to assist

Maintenance, Operating & Safety Instructions • READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT• ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS• SAVE SAF

CONSUMER INFORMATION4. Safety Instructions• Follow folding/unfolding instructions.• Never leave occupied chair unattended.• Do not attempt to take occ

31CONVAID USER’S GUIDE5. User MaintenanceThe following maintenance procedures should be conducted on a regularbasis: Examine your Convaid product visu

CONSUMER INFORMATION326. Cleaning and disinfectionClean all areas that come in contact with user or caregiver with a disinfectantsolution.To prevent t

33CONVAID USER’S GUIDECleaning of wheels and brakes:Wheels should be kept free of dirt or mud so as to not interfere with pushingthe chair. The brakes

CONSUMER INFORMATION349. RepairsUser: The user can replace easily removable parts or accessories, e.g. foot-plates and footrest assemblies, heel loops

35CONVAID USER’S GUIDE12. Functional Tests All four wheels should make contact with the floor. With the chair empty,push it forward on a smooth level

The CE Mark Authorized Representative is Medical Specialties Ltd, Whalley BB7 9UE, UKThis warranty gives the user specific legal rights and the user m

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE1Setting UpUnpacking Unfolding Fig.1Fig.2Fig.3Fig.4Fig.5Check

2SETTING UPFig.6Fig.9Fig.76. Use foot to lock the lower rear brace into a straight position. Fig.67. Swing footplates and armrests down into place. Fi

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE3Folding Caution: Keep fingers free of folding mechanism.!1. Before folding, fr

4SETTING UP5. Lay chair flat with seat facing upward. Push on seat tubes or footplates to complete fold. Fig.16 & Fig.17 6. Move buckle on closure

Seat Depth Fig.21Measure from the mostposterior portion of thebuttocks to the back ofthe knee. Subtract

6FITTING GUIDEProper seat width enables the user to sit comfortably andprevents problems from developing. While user is seated ona flat surface, measu