Page 2 - WARNING
Atlas™ 2 Part No. 1130169 WARNING A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR. ALSO, A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM ALL PROCEDURES SPECIFICALLY INDICATED IN THE MANUAL. WHEELCHAIR USERS: DO NOT SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDI...
Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS Part No. 1130169 3 Atlas™ TABLE OF CONTENTS REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ............................................................... 4SPECIAL NOTES ................................................................................ 7LABEL LOCATION ...........................................
Page 5 - PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM
Part No. 1130169 5 Atlas™ Name _______________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________ City ___________________ State/Province __________ Zip/Postal Code ________ Email ___________________________________ Phone No. _______...
Page 7 - SPECIAL NOTES; NOTICE
SPECIAL NOTES Part No. 1130169 7 Atlas™ SPECIAL NOTES Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. Refer to the following table for definitions of ...
Page 8 - LABEL LOCATION
LABEL LOCATION Atlas™ 8 Part No. 1130169 IMPORTANT NOTICE The wheel locks on this wheelchair have beenp r e - s e t a t t h e f a c t o r y t o c o m p l y w i t h t h eVeterans Administration functional Standard8320.01 of the Federal Register, paragraph3.2.4.5.3. If these wheel locks do not meetyou...
Page 9 - TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Part No. 1130169 9 Atlas™ TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS *NOTE: These heights can vary ± ¼ inch due to tire wear and manufacturing tolerances. **NOTE: Weights based on 18x16 inch wide wheelchair with desk length arms. Weights...
Page 10 - SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES; Operating Information
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Atlas™ 10 Part No. 1130169 SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES WARNING SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product. DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and ...
Page 11 - Weight Training
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No. 1130169 11 Atlas™ DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with wheel locks. Wheel locks are not brakes. DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance. DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair betw...
Page 12 - Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Atlas™ 12 Part No. 1130169 SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs Safety and handling of the wheelchair require the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant. This ...
Page 13 - Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1130169 13 Atlas™ Proper positioning is essential for your safety. When reaching, leaning, or bending forward, it is important to use the front casters as a tool to maintain stability and balanc...
Page 14 - Coping With Everyday Obstacles
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Atlas™ 14 Part No. 1130169 Coping With Everyday Obstacles Coping with the irritation of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by learning how to manage your wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of gravit...
Page 15 - Stairways
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1130169 15 Atlas™ WARNING When lowering the front casters of the wheelchair, DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground. This could result in injury to the occu- pant and/or damage to the wheelchair. Roll the wheelchair fo...
Page 16 - Escalators; Transferring To and From Other Seats
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Atlas™ 16 Part No. 1130169 4. The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been rolled away from the stairway. 5. If necessary, rotate the anti ‐ tippe...
Page 17 - Unfolding and Folding Wheelchair; Unfolding
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1130169 17 Atlas™ Unfolding and Folding Wheelchair WARNING ALWAYS keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to avoid injury.DO NOT place hand or fingers on the underside of the seat frame rail when opening or closing the wheelchair.DO NOT sit or t...
Page 18 - Safety Inspection Checklist
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Atlas™ 18 Part No. 1130169 SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: Every six months or as necessary, take your wheelchair to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleanin...
Page 20 - Troubleshooting
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Atlas™ 20 Part No. 1130169 ❑ Inspect for bent frame or crossbraces. ❑ Check that wheel locks are easy to engage. ❑ Inspect seat and backs for rips and sagging. ❑ Check that there is no excessive side move...
Page 22 - SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS; Installing/Removing Front Riggings; Installing
SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Atlas™ 22 Part No. 1130169 SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Installing/Removing Front Riggings NOTE: For this procedur...
Page 23 - Raising/Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly
SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No. 1130169 23 Atlas™ Adjusting Footrest Height NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.2. 1. Loosen, but DO NOT remove, the screw and locknut that secures the lower footrest assembly to the upper footrest support. 2...
Page 24 - SECTION 5—ARMS; Removing
SECTION 5—ARMS Atlas™ 24 Part No. 1130169 SECTION 5—ARMS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Removing/Installing Armrests (Removable Armrests Only) NOTE: For this procedur...
Page 25 - SECTION 6—BACK
SECTION 6—BACK Part No. 1130169 25 Atlas™ SECTION 6—BACK WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur.Remove the back for unoccupied transportation purposes only. Securely install the bac...
Page 26 - SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS; Removing/Installing Rear Wheels
SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS Atlas™ 26 Part No. 1130169 SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Removing/Installing Rear Wheels WARNING Only a qualified technician ma...
Page 27 - SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS; Adjusting Front Caster Height
SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS Part No. 1130169 27 Atlas™ SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Adjusting Front Caster Height WARNING Make sure both front casters...
Page 28 - SECTION 9—WHEEL LOCKS; Adjusting Wheel Locks
SECTION 9—WHEEL LOCKS Atlas™ 28 Part No. 1130169 SECTION 9—WHEEL LOCKS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Adjusting Wheel Locks WARNING DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelcha...
Page 31 - SECTION 11—OPTIONS; Installing Anti-Tippers
SECTION 11—OPTIONS Part No. 1130169 31 Atlas™ SECTION 11—OPTIONS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Installing Anti-Tippers NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGUR...
Page 32 - LIMITED WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975.This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products.This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other ...
