Medline Transport Wheelchairs MDS808210AR MDS808210AB MDS808150 MDS808200 MDS808200SLRR* MDS808200SLBR* MDS808200SLRC* MDS808200SLBC* MDS808200AR MDS808200AB MDS808200PC MDS808210PC *patent pending Owner’s & Maintenance Guide DEALER: This manual must be given to the user of the wheelchair. USER: Please read this manual before operation for, warnings, maintenance and safe usage instructions of this wheelchair.
Congratulations on your selection of a Medline Transport Wheelchair. Medline wheelchairs are the result of extensive engineering and are manufactured to meet our rigid specifications and to surpass your expectations. Medline wheelchairs are designed to combine comfort, safety and reliability. Medline Industries, Inc. is committed to the quality of our products and to the satisfaction of our customers.
Typical Product Specifications for Transport Wheelchairs: MODEL Excel Transport Excel Transport Excel Aluminum Transport Excel Deluxe Aluminum Transport Model # MDS808150 MDS808200 MDS808200PC MDS808200AR/AB MDS808210AR/AB/PC 17” 19” 19.5” 19” Size (seat width) Seat depth Excel Superlight Freedom Transport MDS808200SLRR/SLRC MDS808200SLBR/SLBC 19” 16” 16” 16” 16” 16” Weight (w/o legrests) 25 lbs 25 lbs 15.5 lbs 23.5lbs 15.
! Ì WARNINGS A CAREGIVER / TRANSPORTER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE THE TRANSPORT WHEELCHAIR IS IN USE. NEVER LEAVE THE OCCUPANT UNATTENDED. THIS WHEELCHAIR DESIGN IS NOT INTENDED TO ALLOW A PATIENT TO MANEUVER THE WHEELCHAIR. TO ENSURE YOUR SAFETY IN USING THIS MEDLINE TRANSPORT CHAIR, ALL WARNINGS AND SAFETY INFORMATION AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE CHAIR.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Reorder Numbers………………….……….……………………………………... Product Specifications…………………………………………………………… General WARNINGS…………….……………………………..………………….. Table of Contents………………………..………………………………………... 2 3 4 5 WARNINGS and Safety Instructions............................................................. 6 Guidelines: Safety and Handling of Wheelchairs……………………………. 9 List of Contents……………………………………………………………………. 12 General Use Instructions Opening/Closing the Wheelchair………………………………………………….
WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! Ì General Information DO NOT use this product without first reading and understanding the instructions contained in this booklet. If you are unable to understand the Warnings, Cautions or Instructions, contact a healthcare professional, durable medical equipment dealer or technical personnel, or contact Medline at 1-800-Medline before use - otherwise serious bodily injury or product damage may occur.
WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! Ì General Use DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair. DO NOT stand or put pressure on the footrests. When getting in or out of the wheelchair, make sure the footplates are in the up position. DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any detachable components. There are potential finger pinch point areas at moving parts and between the seat frame and the seat cradles on some models.
WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! Ì General Use DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance. DO NOT lean the wheelchair back since this can cause the wheelchair to tip over. If trying to reach objects, reach back only as far as your arm will extend without altering your seating position. Any person assisting the rider in maneuvering or lifting of the wheelchair must have sufficient strength and be able to see obstacles in the path of travel.
GUIDELINES: SAFETY & HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Center of Gravity, Balance and Stability The transport wheelchair has been designed to be safe and stable during normal transport activity as long as proper balance is maintained. The point at which a wheelchair will tip forward, backward, or to the side depends on its center of balance. To assure stability and proper operation of the wheelchair, the center of gravity must be maintained in the chair.
GUIDELINES: SAFETY & HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Reaching / Leaning – BACKWARD • Position the wheelchair as close as possible to the object. • Make sure the front casters are pointing in a forward position. This extends the wheel base and will help stabilize the chair. • DO NOT engage the wheel locks – if your weight shifts while reaching backwards it is better for the wheelchair to roll than to tip. • DO NOT lean back over the top of the back upholstery.
GUIDELINES: SAFETY & HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Ramps / Inclines The assistant must know their capabilities and limitations in terms of strength and endurance before attempting to go up or down a ramp. Slopes will change the center of gravity. DO NOT attempt to negotiate steep inclines greater than 10% (6 degrees, or one foot of rise or fall for every ten feet of ramp length) without an experienced assistant.
List of Contents 1. Transport Wheelchair 2. Foot rests 3. Manual & Tool Kit GENERAL USE INSTRUCTIONS OPENING AND FOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR IMPORTANT NOTES: There are potential finger pinch point areas at moving parts and between the seat frame and the seat cradles on some models. When opening the wheelchair, take care not to place your hand or fingers between the seat frame and the seat cradles (if present) or on any other moving parts. ALWAYS keep hands and fingers away from moving parts.
GENERAL USE INSTRUCTIONS Alternative method to close the chair: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Ensure the swing-away legrests are in the forward and locked position. Fold the footplates up to the vertical position. Grasp the handles/straps on each side of the seat. Pull up until the chair is fully closed. The handles can be used to carry the closed wheelchair. Folding / unfolding the seat back The top portion of the wheelchair seat back can be folded down for more compact storage.
GENERAL USE INSTRUCTIONS WHEEL LOCKS ! Ì WHEEL LOCK WARNINGS • Check the wheel locks to ensure proper function before using the chair. Wheel locks should embed into the wheel at least 1/8 inch when engaged. • Engage the wheel locks on both wheels before entering the chair, leaving the chair, leaning forward in the chair or while being transported in an elevator or a wheelchair lift. • Check to make sure that the legrests do not unlock the wheel locks when they are swung back.
GENERAL USE INSTRUCTIONS WHEEL LOCKS To Adjust the Wheel Locks for MDS808150, MDS808200 1. Loosen the bolt located on inside of Wheel Lock Assembly under seat. 2. Slide Wheel Lock Assembly to desired Height. 3. Tighten the bolt located on inside of Wheel Lock Assembly under seat Front Back For models: Side MDS808210AR, MDS808210AB & MDS808210PC To Engage the Wheel Locks • Push down on the wheel lock handle to LOCK the chair. • Pull up on the wheel lock handle to UNLOCK the chair.
GENERAL USE INSTRUCTIONS For models: MDS808200AR, MDS808200AB, MDS808200PC, MDS808200SLRR, MDS808200SLBR, MDS808200SLRC & MDS808200SLBC To Engage the Wheel Locks • Pull up on the wheel lock handle to LOCK the chair. • Push down on the wheel lock handle to UNLOCK the chair. Wheel Lock Handle MDS808200AR MDS808200AB MDS808200PC/PS/PW MDS808200SLR MDS808200SLRC Wheel Lock To Adjust the Wheel Locks for MDS808200SLRR, BR, MDS808200SLRC, BC 1.
GENERAL USE INSTRUCTIONS For models: MDS808210AR, MDS808210AB, MDS808210PC A. To Adjust the Wheel Lock Assembly to the wheel 4. Loosen the both bolts located on inside of Wheel Lock Assembly under seat. 5. Slide Wheel Lock Assembly to desired Height. 6. Tighten the both bolts located on inside of Wheel Lock Assembly under seat B. To Adjust the Wheel Lock Assembly Cable to Handbrake 1. Loosen the cable retaining bolt 2. Pull cable to desired tightness 3.
GENERAL USE INSTRUCTIONS For models: MDS808210AR, MDS808210AB, MDS808210PC To use Locking Hand Grip Brakes Handle grip wheel lock in open / unlocked position. Squeeze brake to hold chair in stopped position. Handle grip wheel lock in closed / locked position. To Lock, squeeze handle and with other hand push lock forward. Release handle while holding lock forward. To Release, squeeze handle. Installing / Removing the Swing-away Legrest / Footrest Riggings To Install the Riggings: 1.
GENERAL USE INSTRUCTIONS To Swing-away / Remove the Legrest assembly: 1. Fold the footplate up to the vertical position. 2. Release the legrest lock by pushing on the legrest lever. 3. Swing the legrest outward and to the side. 4. To remove the legrest, lift up on the assembly to remove the legrest off the hinge pins. SAFETY INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE It is highly recommended that the transport wheelchair be taken to a qualified dealer annually for a thorough inspection and maintenance / repair service.
SAFETY INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE Upholstery: Inspect for any rips, tears or worn spots and replace as necessary. Inspect the upholstery screws and assure that all are present and tight. Torn or worn upholstery may not support the user’s weight and could result in a fall with serious bodily injury. Seat back: Ensure the seat back folding mechanism is functioning properly and the seat back locks securely in the upright position. Armrests: Check for cracks, looseness, or sharp edges.
MAINTENANCE Installing / Removing Front Wheels 2. Remove wheel axle and nut. 3. Be sure to replace with the proper size wheel. 4. Install wheel, axle, and nut. Installing / Removing Rear Wheels Warning: After changing a rear wheel, check wheel locks for proper adjustment before use. 1. Remove hubcap if present. 2. Remove wheel axle and nut. 3. Be sure to replace with the proper size wheel. 4. Install wheel, axle, and nut. 5. Check wheel locks for proper adjustment after changing the wheel.
MAINTENANCE Hand grip wheel locks (select models): Check to ensure the hand grips cause the wheel locks to engage correctly and embed in the tire at least 1/8 inch. If the lock is worn or damaged, it needs to be replaced. Make sure both the intermittent and full lock functions work by testing the hand grips in both the up and down positions. Ensure the chair will not move when the hand lock is engaged. Make sure the wheel lock does not interfere with wheel rotation when the lock is not engaged.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST INITIALLY ITEM GENERAL Chair rolls straight. (no excessive pull to one side) INSPECT / ADJUST WEEKLY INSPECT / ADJUST MONTHLY X CLEANING Wipe chrome parts with clean, soft cloth. Auto wax / similar product on metal parts. Clean upholstery with mild soap solution. Use only water on hand grips. Dry chair immediately when wet. Do not use abrasive cleansers or cloths. X X X FRAME & CROSSBRACES Inspect for loose or missing hardware.
