CareCo optima WC01083 Benutzerhandbuch
Product Code WC01083
OWNERS HANDBOOK
Your Wheelchair
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Optima Wheelchair.
The Optima has been designed and
manufactured to meet our own high level of
1. Push Handle
2. Armrest
3. Handbrake
4. 24” Rear Wheel
5. Legrest
6. Footplate
7. Front Castor
List of Parts
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Specication
Height 97cm
Length 105cm
Width 61cm
Folded Width 24cm
Folded Height 76cm
Folded Length 80/106cm
Seat Height 50cm
Seat Width 45cm
Seat Depth 40cm
Total Weight 16.7kg
Carry Weight 15.16kg
Rear Wheel
Size
61cm
Front Wheel
Size
20.3cm
Max User
Weight
115kg
Frame Material Steel
Wheel Material PA+GF
Handle Material PVC
Folding Back YES
Quick Release
Wheels
NO
Tyre Type Front-PVC
Rear-PU
specications and we hope you will be delighted
with your purchase.
The Optima Wheelchair has been designed for
use both indoors and outdoors and will take a
maximum user weight of 115kg (18 stone). It is a
self-propelled wheelchair and can be propelled
by the wheelchair user using the rear wheel
handrims or by an attendant/carer using the
push handles at the rear. The Optima folds up to
for ease of transportation and storage.
The Optima Wheelchair will come fully assem-
bled with the exception of the legrests. Simply
take the wheelchair out of its packaging and pull
the armrests apart, then push the seat base down
until in the horizontal position.
The legrests then clip into the two xings part
way down the wheelchair legs and swing in
towards the centre of the chair where they will
click into place.
The Optima Wheelchair has been designed to
fold for ease of transportation and storage.
Ensure the footrests are in the forward position
Assembly
Folding
and ip the plastic footplates up. Whilst holding
the two handles, pull upwards to fold the chair.
For transportation it is recommended that the
legrests are removed by pushing the lever on the
legrests and swinging away from the wheelchair.
This will unlock the legrest and allow it to be
removed by lifting upwards.
WARNING Do not push down on the handles to raise the
front of the wheelchair as this could result in damage to
your Optima Wheelchair. Use the stepper tube as described
further on in this manual.
Mounting a Kerb – Approach the kerb head on.
The attendant/carer pushes down with their foot
on the stepper tube at the rear of the wheelchair
to raise the front castors o the ground and on
to the kerb.
Stepper Tube and Kerbs
The backrest also has a half-folding back which
can be used to make the Optima Wheelchair
even more compact. Push the black paddle at the
rear of the chair with your thumb whilst pulling
the handle down.
Repeat on the paddle on the other side. To return
the backrest to the upright position, simply push
the two handles back up into the upright position
until the backrest locks in place.
WARNING Do not push down on the handles to raise the
front of the wheelchair as this could result in damage to
your Optima Wheelchair. Use the stepper tube as described
further on in this manual.
The attendant/carer then pushes the wheelchair
forward and lifts the rear of the wheelchair up
onto the kerb.
Going down a Kerb – Approach the kerb head
on. The attendant/carer pushes down with their
foot on the stepper tube at the rear and gently
lowers the front castors to the ground. The atten-
dant/carer then pushes the wheelchair forward
and gently lowers the rear castors to the ground.
• The Optima Wheelchair can be propelled by the
wheelchair user using the rear wheel handrims or
by an attendant/carer using the push handles at
the rear Parking brakes – push the plastic brake
handle with your hand towards the front of the
wheelchair. Pull the handle back to release the
brakes.
• Apply reverse pressure to the handrims or push
handles to slow the wheelchair during operation.
Operation
Be sure your Optima Wheelchair is in proper
working order at all times. Please contact CareCo
for any repairs required.
• Wipe down the frame using a soft cloth at least
once a week.
• If exposed to moisture, dry immediately.
• Polish metal parts of the chair with auto wax
once a month.
Maintenance
• Do not use on gradients larger than 10 degrees.
• The Optima Wheelchair is only suitable for a
single user.
• Ensure feet are on footplates during operation.
• Do not stand on the footplates.
• Do not use on escalators.
• Do not reverse down a gradient.
• If you must stop on an incline, avoid sudden
abrupt movements when you resume.
• Do not reach for items further than your arm
will extend.
• Be aware of hazards in your region when oper-
ating.
• Always apply parking brake when transferring
into or out of the wheelchair.
• Clean the seat upholstery with a mild soap solu-
tion, rinse and wipe dry.
• Worn or torn upholstery should be replaced
promptly.
• Inspect the wheels once a month – you can
correct any side play in the wheel by loosening
the lock nut on the axle and then tighten the axle
to remove this movement.
• If the Solid PU tyre becomes cracked or
severely worn, replace immediately.
Your CareCo branded product is under warranty
to be free from defects in material and work-
manship for one year from date of purchase. This
warranty expresses our condence in the work-
manship and materials used for our products.
In the event of a defect covered by this warranty,
CareCo will, at our discretion, replace the wheel-
chair or supply parts to remedy. This warranty
does not cover device failure due to owner
misuse or negligence, or due to normal wear and
tear. The warranty does not extend to non-du-
rable parts, such as rubber accessories, castors,
grips and arm pads, which are subject to normal
wear and tear and require periodic replacement.
If you have any queries please contact CareCo.
Warranty
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