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USER MANUAL Jazz Vermeiren

Instructions to the specialist dealer

This instruction manual is part and parcel of the product and must accompany every product sold.

Version: B, January 2011

All rights reserved, including translation.

No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form what so ever (print, photocopy, microfilm or any other process) without written permission of the publisher, or processed, duplicated or distributed by using electronic systems.

© N.V. Vermeiren N.V. 2011

1.1 Intended Use....3
1.2 Technical specifications ....4
1.3 Components....6
1.4 Accessories....7
1.5 Location identification plate....7
1.6 Explanation of symbols....8
1.7 Safety rules 8

2 Use 9

2.1 Carrying the wheelchair 9
2.2 Mounting the rear wheels....9
2.3 Unfolding the wheelchair....9
2.4 Mounting or removing of the footrests 10
2.5 Operating the brakes....10
2.6 Mounting or removing of arm supports 11
2.7 Transfer in and out the wheelchair 12
2.8 Correct position in the wheelchair 12
2.9 Riding the wheelchair....12
2.10 Moving on slopes 12
2.11 Negotiating steps or kerbs....13
2.12 Fold up the wheelchair....14
2.13 Taking off the wheels 14
2.14 Transport in the car....15
2.15 Back adjusting....15

3 Installation and adjustment....15

3.1 Tools....15
3.2 Manner of delivery....16
3.3 Adjusting the seat height 16
3.4 Adjusting of the footrests 16
3.5 Adjust the brakes....17

4 Maintenance....18

4.1 Regular Maintenance....18
4.2 Shipping and storage 18
4.3 Care 19
4.4 Inspection....19
4.5 Disinfection 20

5 Guarantee 22

Disposal 22
Declaration of conformity 22
Maintenance plan 23
Disinfection book 23

Preface

First of all we want to thank you for putting your trust in us by selecting one of our wheelchairs.

The Vermeiren wheelchairs are the result of many years of research and experience. During the development, special attention was given to the ease of use and the serviceability of the wheelchair.

The expected lifetime of your wheelchair is strongly influenced by the care and maintenance of the wheelchair.

This manual will help you get acquainted with the operation of your wheelchair.

Following the user instructions and the maintenance instructions are an essential part of the guarantee.

This manual reflects the latest product developments. Vermeiren has the right to introduce changes without the obligation to adapt or replace previously delivered models.

For any further questions, please consult your specialist dealer.

1 Productdescription

1.1 Intended Use

The wheelchair is intended for people with walking difficulties or no walking abilities.

The wheelchair is designed to transport 1 person.

The wheelchair is suited for indoor and outdoor use.

The user can propel the wheelchair by himself or have the wheelchair pushed by an attendant.

The different types of fittings and accessories, and the modular construction allow full use by persons disabled by:

• paralysis
• loss of limbs (leg amputation)
• limb defects or deformations
• stiff or damaged joints
  • heart insufficiencies and poor blood circulation
  • balance disturbances
  • cachexia (decrease in muscle)
  • and also for aged persons.

When providing for individual requirements:

• body size and weight (max. 120kg (264.6 lb))
• physical and psychological condition
• residential circumstances
- environment

should be taken into consideration.

Your wheelchair should only be used on surfaces where all four wheels are touching the ground and where there is sufficient contact to propel the wheels equally.

You should practice for use on uneven surfaces (cobblestones, etc.), slopes, curves and to get past obstacles (kerbs, etc.).

The wheelchair should not be used as a ladder, nor is it a transport for heavy or hot objects.

When used on mats, carpeted floors or loose floor coverings, the floor covering can get damaged.

Use only Vermeiren approved accessories.

The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by the lack of or improper service or as a result of not following instructions from this manual.

Compliance with the user and maintenance instructions are an essential part of the guarantee conditions.

1.2 Technical specifications

Technical terms below are valid for the wheelchair in standard settings.

If other footrest / arm support or other accessories are used, the tabulated values will change.

Make	Vermeiren
Address	Vermeirenplein 1/15, B-2920 Kalmthout
Type	Manual wheelchair
Model	Jazz
Maximum occupant mass	120 kg (264.6 lb)
Description		Min.			Max.
Overall length with legrest		1060 mm (41.73 in)
Effective seat width		390 mm(15.35 in)	420 mm(16.54 in)	440 mm(17.32 in)	460 mm(18.11 in)	480 mm(18.90 in)
Overall width (depends on the seat width)		600 mm(23.62 in)	630 mm(24.80 in)	650 mm(25.59 in)	670 mm(26.37 in)	690 mm(27.17 in)
Folded length		1040 mm (40.94 in)
Folded width		310 mm (12.20 in)
Folded height		940 mm (37 in)
Total mass		15,9 kg (35 lb)
Mass of heaviest part		8,45 kg (18.6 lb)
Masses of parts that can be dismantled or removed		Footsupports: 1,55 kg (3.4 lb);Arm supports: 1 kg (2.2 lb);Rear wheels: 3,8 kg (8.4 lb)
Static stability downhill		10° (in standard configuration)
Static stability uphill		10° (in standard configuration)
Static stability sideways		10° (in standard configuration)
Obstacle climbing		60 mm (2.36 in)
Seat plane angle		5°
Effective seat depth		430 mm (16.93 in)
Seat surface height at front edge		500 mm (19.69 in)
Backrest angle		0°
Backrest height		410 mm (16.14 in)
Distance between footrest and seat		360 mm (14.17 in)
Angle between seat and footrest		7°
Distance between armrest and seat		220 mm (8.66 in)
Front location of armrest structure		410 mm (16.14 in)
Handrim diameter		535 mm (21.06 in)
Horizontal location of axle (deflection)		50 mm (1.97 in)
Minimum turning diameter		1540 mm (60.63 in)
Diameter Krypton PU Rear wheels		24"
Tyre pressure, rear (driving) wheels		Max. 3.5 bar
Diameter Krypton PU steering wheels		200 mm (7.87 in)
Tyre pressure, steering wheels		Max. 2.5 bar
Storage and use temperature		+5 °C (+41 °F)			+41 °C (105,8 °F)
Storage and use humidity		30%			70%
We reserve the right to introduce technical changes Measurement tolerance ± 15 mm / 1,5 kg / ° (0.59 in / 3,3 lb / 1,5°)

Table 1: Technical specifications Jazz

Make	Vermeiren
Address	Vermeirenplein 1/15, B-2920 Kalmthout
Type	Manual wheelchair
Model	Jazz 30°
Maximum occupant mass	120 kg (264.6 lb)
Description		Min.		Max.
Overall length with legrest		1060 mm (41.73 in)
Effective seat width		390 mm(15.35 in)	420 mm(16.54 in)	440 mm(17.32 in)	460 mm(18.11 in)
Overall width (depends on the seat width)		600 mm(23.62 in)	630 mm(24.80 in)	650 mm(25.59 in)	670 mm(26.37 in)
Folded length		1040 mm (40.94 in)
Folded width		310 mm (12.20 in)
Folded height		940 mm (37 in)
Total mass		18,16 kg (30.86 lb)
Mass of heaviest part		10,71 kg (23.61 lb)
Masses of parts that can be dismantled or removed		Footsupports: 1,55 kg (3.4 lb);Arm supports: 1 kg (2.2 lb);Rear wheels: 3,8 kg (8.4 lb)
Static stability downhill		10° (in standard configuration)
Static stability uphill		5° (in standard configuration)
Static stability sideways		10° (in standard configuration)
Obstacle climbing		60 mm (2.36 in)
Seat plane angle		5°
Effective seat depth		430 mm (16.93 in)
Seat surface height at front edge		500 mm (19.69 in)
Backrest angle		0°		30°
Backrest height		410 mm (16.14 in)
Distance between footrest and seat		360 mm (14.17 in)
Angle between seat and footrest		7°
Distance between armrest and seat		220 mm (8.66 in)
Front location of armrest structure		410 mm (16.14 in)
Handrim diameter		535 mm (21.06 in)
Horizontal location of axle (deflection)		50 mm (1.97 in)
Minimum turning diameter		1540 mm (60.63 in)
Diameter Krypton PU Rear wheels		24"
Tyre pressure, rear (driving) wheels		Max. 3.5 bar
Diameter Krypton PU steering wheels		200 mm (7.87 in)
Tyre pressure, steering wheels		Max. 2.5 bar
Storage and use temperature		+5 °C (+41 °F)		+41 °C (105,8 °F)
Storage and use humidity		30%		70%
We reserve the right to introduce technical changes. Measurement tolerance ± 1,5 cm / kg / ° (0.59 in / 3,3 lb / 1,5°)

Table 2: Technical specifications Jazz 30°

The wheelchair complies to the requirements set up in:

ISO 7176-8: Requirements and test methods for static, impact and fatigue strengths.

ISO 7176-16: Resistance to ignition of upholstered parts

1.3 Components

Technical line drawings of a wheelchair and its internal frame (no text or symbols present)

Technical diagram of a wheelchair with numbered parts for identification

1 = Cross

2 = Handles

3 = Back

4 = Arm pads

5 = Arm supports

6 = Driving wheels (rear wheels)

7 = Hand rims

8 = Brakes

9 = Tip cap

10 = Steering wheels (Front wheels)

11 = Footrests

12 = Seat

1.4 Accessories

The following accessories are available for the Jazz, Jazz 30°:

• Armrests (B02, B03, B05)
  • Personal safety system (B20, B58)
  • Anti-tipping device (B78)
• Drum brakes for the attendant (B74)
• Tables (B12, B15, B112)
• Heel rest (B18, B19)
• Wheels (B84, B89)
  • Travelling wheels (B86)
  • Hemiplegic wheel (HEM2)
• Crutch holder (B31)
• Serum holder (B52)
• Push bar (B90)
• Quick release (B80)
• Seat cushion (thickness of 40mm) (B23)
• Seat and back (L14, L15, L24, L25)
  • Transit wheelchair (T30)

• Leg supports (B06, B07, B08, BZ7, BZ8, BA6, BK6)

Contact your specialist dealer about other accessories. He will gladly advise you.

1.5 Location identification plate

Technical illustration of a wheelchair-based medical device with attached sensor and control panel (no text or symbols)

1.6 Explanation of symbols

Maximum mass

Indoor and outdoor use

Down slope

Up slope

CE conformity

1.7 Safety rules

To prevent injury and/or damage to your wheelchair, make sure that no objects and/or body parts are caught in the spokes of the driving wheels.

The parking brakes should be applied before getting into and out of the wheelchair.

When getting into and out of the wheelchair, do not stand on the footplates. These should be folded up beforehand, or the leg supports should be swung completely outwards out of the way.

Investigate the effects of shifting the centre of gravity on the behavior of the wheelchair, for example on up or down gradients, on laterally sloping ground, or when overcoming obstacles. Obtain support from an attendant.

Investigate the effects of shifting the centre of gravity on the behavior of the wheelchair, for example on up or down gradients, on laterally sloping ground, or when overcoming obstacles. Obtain support from an attendant.

If you want to pick up something (lying in front of, on the side, or to the rear of the wheelchair), you should not lean too far out to avoid tipping over.

When moving through doors, arches, etc. ensure that there is enough room at the sides so that you do not get your hands or arms caught or crushed and that there is no damage to the wheelchair.

Only use your wheelchair according to regulations. For example, avoid uncontrolled rolling against obstacles (steps, kerbs, doorframes, etc) or dropping down from ledges. The manufacturer cannot assume liability for damage caused by overloading, collision or other improper use.

⚠ Stairs may only be negotiated when aided by another person. If furnishings like drive-on, ramps or lifts are available, use them.

When moving on the public highway, you are subject to the rules of the road.

When driving your wheelchair, you should not be under the influence of alcohol or medicine as in the case of driving other vehicles. This also applies to indoor driving.

When travelling outdoors, adapt your driving to weather and traffic conditions.

When transporting the wheelchair, never pick it up by grasping movable parts (armrests, leg supports, etc.)

To be better visible when driving in the dark, wear the brightest possible clothing or clothes with reflectors, and check that the reflectors mounted on the sides and rear of the wheelchair are clearly visible.

Be careful when using possible causes of fire such as cigarettes since they may set the seat and back covers alight.

⚠️ Never exceed the maximum load of 120 kg (264.6 lb.).

2 Use

This chapter describes the everyday use. These instructions are for the user and the specialist dealer.

The wheelchair is delivered fully assembled by your specialist dealer. The instructions intended for the specialist dealer on how to set up the wheelchair are given in § 3.

2.1 Carrying the wheelchair

The best way to carry the wheelchair is to make use of the wheels and roll the wheelchair.

If this is not possible (e.g. when the rear wheels are taken off for transportation in a car), firmly grasp the frame on the front and the grips. Do not use the foot or arm rests or the wheels to grasp the wheelchair.

2.2 Mounting the rear wheels

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled component (1), no text or symbols present

1. Take the rear wheel and push on button ①.
2. Keep the button pushed in and mount the rear wheels axle till it stops.
3. Release the button.
4. Check that the wheels is secured.

2.3 Unfolding the wheelchair

CAUTION: Risk of clamping – Keep fingers away from moving parts of the wheelchair.

1. Position yourself behind the wheelchair.
2. Use the hand-grips to open the wheelchair as much as possible.
3. Position yourself at the front of the wheelchair.
4. Push both seating tubes down till they are fixed in their position.

2.4 Mounting or removing of the footrests

Technical diagram of a vehicle's internal components with numbered parts labeled 1 and 2

The mounting of the footrests is done as follows:

1. Hold the footrest sideways at the outside of the wheelchairs frame and mount the tube hood ① into the frame.
2. Turn the footrest inwards till it clicks in position.
3. Turn the foot plate downwards.

Technical diagram of a mechanical assembly with numbered components, likely for assembly or maintenance instructions.

To take off the footrests:

1. Pull handle ②.
2. Turn the footrest to the outside of the wheelchair till it comes loose from the guidance.
3. Pull the footrest from tube hood ①.

2.5 Operating the brakes

⚠ WARNING: The brakes are no used to slow down the wheelchair during movements – Use the brake only to prevent the wheelchair from unintended movements.
WARNING: Good operation of the brakes is influenced by wear and contamination of the tires (water, oil, mud, ...) – Check the condition of the tires before each use.
WARNING: The brakes are adjustable and can wear – Check the operation of the brakes before each use.

Mechanical assembly diagram showing linkage components and a numbered label (1), no readable text or symbols present.

To apply the brakes:

1. Push the brake handles ① forward till you feel a distinctive click.
   CAUTION: Risk of unintended movement – Make sure the wheelchair is on a flat horizontal surface before releasing the brakes. Never release both brakes simultaneously.

To release the brakes:

1. Release one brake by pulling the handle ① backwards.
2. Hold the hand-rim of the release wheel with your hand.
3. Release the second brake by pulling the handle backwards.

2.6 Mounting or removing of arm supports

CAUTION: Risk of clamping – Keep fingers, buckles and clothes away from the bottom side of the arm support.

The arm supports of the wheelchair can be fold away or taken off.

1. Mount the rear tube of the arm rest in tube hood ①. (Fig A)
2. Make sure the arm support is mounted very well.
3. Fold the arm rest forward.
4. Pull the lever ② on tube hood ③ upwards. (Fig B)
5. Click the front tube of the arm rest ④ in tube hood ③. (Fig B)

A

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with no visible text or symbols

2 3 4

To open and remove the arm rest:

1. Pull lever ② and pull the front of the arm rest ① upwards. (Fig C)
2. Fold the arm rest backwards.
3. To remove the arm rest, pull the rear of the arm support from tube hood ③. (Fig D)

C

Technical diagram of a mechanical device with numbered components and directional arrows indicating flow or movement.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with internal channels and mounting brackets (no text or symbols)

D

2.7 Transfer in and out the wheelchair

CAUTION: In case you can't perform the transfer in a safe manner, ask someone to assist you.
CAUTION: Risk of tipping over of the wheelchair – Do not stand on the foot plates.

Line drawing of a wheelchair with wheels and seat (no text or symbols)

1. Position the wheelchair as close as possible to the chair, couch or bed to/from you wish to transfer.
2. Check both brakes from the wheelchair are in the on position.
3. Fold the foot plates upwards to prevent standing on them.
4. If the transfer is on the side of the wheelchair, fold the arm support on that side upwards. (see § 2.6)
5. Transfer to/from the wheelchair.

2.8 Correct position in the wheelchair

Some recommendations for a comfortable use of the wheelchair:

• Position your backside as close as possible to the back rest.
• Make sure your upper legs are horizontal – If needed adjust the length of the foot rests. (see § 3.4)

2.9 Riding the wheelchair

⚠ WARNING: Risk of clamping – Prevent your fingers from being caught by the wheels spokes.
⚠ WARNING: Risk of clamping – Be careful passing through restricted passages (e.g. doors).
⚠ WARNING: Risk of burns – Be careful when driving in hot or cold environments (sunshine, extreme cold, saunas, etc.) for a sufficient amount of time and when touching - Surfaces can assume the environment temperatures.

1. Release the brakes.
2. Take both hand rims at their highest position.
3. Lean forward and push the hand rims forward until straight arms.
4. Swing your arms loosely back to the hand rims topside and repeat the movement.

2.10 Moving on slopes

WARNING: Control your speed – Moving on slopes as slow as possible.
⚠ WARNING: Consider the capacities of your attendant – If your attendant does not have enough force to control the wheelchair, put on the brakes.
⚠ WARNING: Risk of tipping over – Lean forward to move your centre of gravity forward. To improve a better stability.

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair using a mobility device (no text or symbols)

1. If available on the wheelchair, wear the safety belt.
2. Do not attempt moving on too high slopes. The maximum slope angles (upwards and downwards) are mentioned in table 1.
3. Ask an attendant to help you moving on the slope.
4. Lean forward to move your centre of gravity forward.

2.11 Negotiating steps or kerbs

2.11.1 Getting down steps or kerbs

Riding down low kerbs can be done moving forwards. Make sure that the foot rests do not touch the ground.

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair using a wheel (no text or symbols)

A practiced user can negotiate small steps or kerbs by himself:

WARNING: Risk of tipping over – If you do not have enough experience with your wheelchair, ask assistance of an attendant.

1. Bring balance on the rear wheels to reduce the pressure on the front wheels.
2. Negotiate the kerbs.

Higher kerbs can be taken forward with an attendant:

1. Ask the attendant to tip the wheelchair slightly backwards.
2. Get past the kerbs while moving on the rear wheels.
3. Put the wheelchair back on the four wheels.

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair using a wheelbelt, with motion arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

An experienced user can negotiate higher kerbs by himself. This is best done backwards.

1. Turn the wheelchair to have the rear wheels facing the kerb.
2. Lean forward to move your centre of gravity forward.
3. Move the wheelchair close to the kerbs.
4. Use the hand rim to roll-off wheelchair from the kerb in a controlled manner.

2.11.2 Moving up steps or kerbs

Moving up steps or kerbs with attendant as follows:

Illustration of two people in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other leaning over, with an arrow indicating motion (no text or symbols)

1. Prevent the foot rests from touching the kerb.
2. Ask the attendant to tip the wheelchair backwards, just enough to move the front wheels over the kerb.
3. Lean backwards to move your centre of gravity above the rear wheel.
4. Place the front wheels on the kerb.
5. Roll rear wheels of the wheelchair over the kerb.

Higher kerbs are negotiated backwards:

1. Turn the wheelchair to have the rear wheels facing the kerb.
2. Lean backwards and move your centre of gravity above the rear wheels.
3. Ask the attendant to pull the wheelchair on the kerb.
4. Take back the normal position in the wheelchair.

An experienced user can negotiate kerbs by himself:

WARNING: Risk of tipping over – If you have not enough experience to control the wheelchair, get help from an attendant.

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair with motion arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

1. Drive until the kerbs.
2. Ensure that the footrest do not touch the kerbs.
3. Lean backwards so you are balancing on the rear wheels.

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair holding an object, no text or symbols present

1. Role the frontwheels balancing over the kerbs.
2. Bend forwards for more stability.
3. Role the rear wheels over the kerbs.

2.11.3 Taking of stairs

Taking of stairs while you staying in the wheelchair shall be according following rules:

WARNING: Risk of tipping over – Taking of stairs shall always with 2 attendants.

1. Remove the footrests.
2. One attendant tip the wheelchair slightly backwards.
3. The second attendant take the front of the frame.
4. Stay calm, avoid sudden movements and keep your arms inside the wheelchair.
5. Take the steps on the rear wheels of the wheelchair.
6. Mounting the footrests back after taking the stair.

2.12 Fold up the wheelchair

CAUTION: Chance of pinching – Do not place fingers between the components of the wheelchair.

1. Fold or remove the footplates (see § 2.4).
2. Take the seat on the front side and backside and pull it up.
3. Push on the hand-grips to fold up the wheelchair further.

2.13 Taking off the wheels

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled component (1), no text or symbols present

To facilitate the transport off the wheelchair the rear wheels can be taken off:

1. Make sure the brakes standing in the off position.
2. Take the wheelchair to the side frame where you want to remove the wheel.
3. Press the button ① in the center of the wheel hub.
4. Pull the wheel away from the frame.

2.14 Transport in the car

⚠ WARNING: Risk of injury – See that the wheelchair is attached properly. So you can avoid injury from the passengers during collision or sudden braking.
⚠ WARNING: Risk of injury – Use for attaching the wheelchair and passenger NEVER the same seatbelt.

1. Remove footrests and accessories.
2. Store footrests and accessories safely.
3. If possible, fold the wheelchair and remove the wheels.
4. Place the wheelchair in the luggage place.
5. If the wheelchair and the passenger compartment is NOT separated, attach the frame of the wheelchair securely to the vehicle. You can use the available safety belts in the vehicle.

2.15 Back adjusting

With the model Jazz 30° it is possible to adjust the angle of the back.

⚠ WARNING: Risk of injury – Before adjusting the back, tighten the parking brakes.

Technical diagram of a mechanical device with labeled component '1' and directional arrows indicating motion or assembly.

To adjust the back rest backwards use following steps:

1. Pull handle ① on both sides at the same time.
2. Pull the back backwards in the desired position (continuously to a maximum inclination of 30^ ).

To adjust the back rest back to the vertical position use following steps:

1. Pull handle ① on both sides at the same time.
2. Push the back to the vertical position.

3 Installation and adjustment

The instructions in this chapter are for the specialist dealer.

The Vermeiren Jazz has been designed as lightweight wheelchair with a minimum of adjustments. There is no need for extra stock of spare parts.

To find a service facility or specialist dealer near you, contact the nearest Vermeiren facility. A list of Vermeiren facilities can be found on the last page.

⚠ WARNING: Risk of unsafe settings - Use only the settings described in this manual.

⚠ WARNING: Variation of allowed adjustments can still change the stability of your wheelchair (tilt back or sideways).

3.1 Tools

To set up the wheelchair the following tools are needed.

• Wrench set n° 10 to n° 19
- Allen key set n^ 4 to n^ 5
- Screwdriver Phillips head

3.2 Manner of delivery

The Vermeiren Jazz shall be delivered with:

• 1 frame with arm supports, rear and front wheels (seat height of 500 mm - 19.69 in.)
- 1 pair footrests
- Tools
- Manual
- Accessories

3.3 Adjusting the seat height

The Vermeiren Jazz is adjustable in 2 seat heights by changing the wheel diameter.

Seat height	∅ Rear wheel	∅ Front wheel
475 mm (18.50 in.)	22"	150 mm (5.90 in)
500 mm (19.69 in.) (Standard)	24"	200 mm (7.87 in)

Table 3: Seat heights

Change the seat height according the following steps:

1. Remove the rear wheels (see § 2.13).
2. Mount the rear wheel with different wheel diameter.
3. Loosen the bolt of the front wheels.
4. Remove the front wheels.
5. Mount the front wheel with different wheel diameter in the lowest hole of the front fork. For a good comfort do not put the wheel in the top hole of the front fork.

3.4 Adjusting of the footrests

3.4.1 Length of the footrests

CAUTION: Risk of damage – Avoid that the footrests make any contact with the ground. Keep a minimum distance from 6 cm (2.36 in.) above the ground.

Adjust the length of the footrests as follow (in three different positions): (Fig A)

1. Remove the screw ①.
2. Adjust the length of the footrest to a comfortable length.
3. Tighten the screw ① properly.

Adjust the depth of the footplate as follow (in three different positions):

1. Remove the screws ①. (Fig C)

2. Adjust the depth of the footrest to a comfortable position (Fig B).
   Position 1: hole 1 and 3
   Position 2: hole 2 and 4
   Position 3: hole 3 and 5

3. Tighten the screws properly ①. (Fig C)

3.5 Adjust the brakes

⚠ WARNING: Risk of injury – Brakes may only be adjusted by your specialist dealer.

Adjust the brakes according following rules:

1. Install the wheels according § 2.2.
2. Disconnect the brakes by pulling lever ① backwards. (Fig A)
3. Loosen the bolts ② so the brake mechanism can slide over the guide ③. (Fig B)
4. Pull the brake mechanism over the guide ③ to the desired position. (Fig B)
5. Retighten the bolts ②. (Fig B)
6. Check working of the brakes.
7. If necessary repeat the above steps until the brakes are adjusted well.

A 1 B 3 2

4 Maintenance

Lifetime of the wheelchair is influenced by its use, storage, regular maintenance, servicing and cleaning.

4.1 Regular Maintenance

The maintenance activities to ensure a good condition for your Vermeiren wheelchair are described below:

- Before every ride

• Check the tyres and make them clean. If necessary change the tire.
• Check the brakes and adjusted if necessary.
• Check the wheelchair (cleanliness, cracks, damage on structural parts ... ) and make it clean. If necessary change the coating.

• Every 8 weeks: inspected and lubricating or adjusting from

• Arm supports
• Footrests
• Brake lever
• Wheel axles

• Every 6 months or for every new user

■ General review
- Disinfection
- Frontwheels

For your convenience, on the back of this manual is a maintenance plan.

Repairing and assembling of spare parts for your wheelchair may only be performed by the specialist dealer.

Only authorized Vermeiren spare parts may be installed.

4.2 Shipping and storage

The shipping and storage of the wheelchair shall be according following instructions:

• Store in a dry place (between +5 °C and +41 °C).
  • The relative humidity of the air should be between 30% and 70%.
• Provide sufficient covering or packaging to protect the wheelchair from rust and foreign bodies. (e.g. salt water, sea air, sand, dust).
• Store all removed parts together in one place (or mark them if necessary) to avoid mixing up with other products when re-assembling.

- Components must be stored without being subjected to strains (Don't put too heavy parts on the wheelchair, not clamping between something, ...).

4.3 Care

4.3.1 Covers

The cleaning of the cover shall be according:

• Clean covers with a cloth moistened with hot water. Be aware that you don't soak the cover.
• Use a mild commercial detergent for removing stubborn dirt.
• Stains can be removed by using a sponge or a soft brush.
• Do not use strong cleaning liquids like solvents, nor use hard brushes.
  ■ Never clean with steam and/or pressure washers.

4.3.2 Plastic parts

Clean plastic parts of your wheelchair with commercial plastic cleaners. Only use a soft brush or soft sponge.

Examples of plastic parts are the armrests, footrests, handles, tyres and ...

4.3.3 Coating

The high quality of the surface layer guarantees optimal protection against corrosion. If the outer coat is damaged by scratching or in some other way, get your specialist dealer to repair the affected surface.

When cleaning, only use warm water and normal household detergents and soft brushes and cloths. Ensure that no wetness gets into the tubes.

Initially the zinc parts only require rubbing with a dry cloth. Stubborn dirt can best be removed by using a suitable commercial zinc polish.

4.4 Inspection

In principle we recommend one inspection every year, and a minimum of one before usage is resumed. All of the following checks must be performed and documented by authorized persons:

• Check the frame parts and the hinged tubes for plastic deformation, cracks and impaired functioning.
• Visually check for damage to the paintwork (danger of corrosion)
• Check the operation of the wheels (free running, level rolling, axle play, tyres, profile, condition of the rims, air pressure in the case of air tyres, floating axles, etc.)
• Check the solidity and seating of all screws.
• Verify the amount of grease on the metal joints of movable parts
  • The condition and security of the guides and axles of the steering wheels
• Visually check all plastic parts for cracks and brittle spots
• Check the functioning of the armrests and leg supports (locking, load, deformation, wear caused by loads).
• Check the operation of other detachable parts (example: anti-tipping device, personal safety belt, fitting back/seat, etc.)
  • Completeness of the delivery condition, instruction manual available?

The service must only be signed off in the maintenance plan if a minimum of all the above-mentioned aspects have been checked.

4.5 Disinfection

⚠ WARNING: Dangerous Products - The use of disinfectants is restricted to authorized personnel.
WARNING: Dangerous Products, change on irritate your skin - You should wear suitable protective clothing because the disinfectants could irritate your skin. For this purpose you should also take note of the product information of the solutions concerned.

All parts of the wheelchair can be treated by scrubbing with a disinfectant.

All steps taken to disinfect rehabilitation equipment, their components or other accessory parts are to be recorded in a disinfection report containing a minimum of the following information (with product documentation appended):

Date of the disinfection

Reason

Specification

Substance and concentration

Signature

Table 4: Example of a disinfection book

Abbreviations used in column 2 (reason):

V = Suspected infection IF = Infection case W = Repetition I = Inspection

For a blank sheet of a disinfection book see § 9.

The recommended disinfectants for scrubbing (based on the list provided by the Robert Koch Institute, RKI) are standing in the table below. The current state of the disinfectants included in the RKI list can be obtained from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) (homepage: www.rki.de).

Active substance	Product name	Laundry disinfection		Surface disinfection (scrubbing-/wiping disinfection)		Disinfection of excretions 1 part sputum or stools + 2 parts diluted solution or 1 part urine + 1 part diluted solution						Area of effectiveness	Manufacturer or Supplier
						Sputum		Stools		Urine
		Diluted solution	Time to take effect	Diluted solution	Time to take effect	Diluted solution	Time to take effect	Diluted solution	Time to take effect	Diluted solution	Time to take effect
		%	Hr.	%	Hr.	%	Hr.	%	Hr.	%	Hr.
Phenol or phenol derivative	Amocid	1	12	5	6	5	4	5	6	5	2	A	Lysoform
	Gevisol	0,5	12	5	4	5	4	5	6	5	2	A	Schülke & Mayr
	Helipur			6	4	6	4	6	6	6	2	A	B. Braun
	m-cresylic soap solution (DAB 6)	1	12	5	4							A
	Phenol	1	12	3	2							A
Chlorine, organic or inorganic substances with active chlorine	Chloramin-T DAB 9	1,5	12	2,5	2	5	4					A^1B
	Clorina	1,5	12	2,5	2	5	4					A^1B	Lysoform
	Trichlorol	2	12	3	2	6	4					A^1B	Lysoform
Per combinations	Apesin AP100 ^2			4	4							AB	Tana PROFESSIONAL
	Dismozon pur ^2			4	1							AB	Bode Chemie
	Perform ^2			3	4							AB	Schülke & Mayr
	Wofesteril ^2			2	4							AB	Kesla Pharma

Active substance	Product name	Laundry disinfection		Surface disinfection (scrubbing-/wiping disinfection)		Disinfection of excretions 1 part sputum or stools + 2 parts diluted solution or 1 part urine + 1 part diluted solution						Area of effectiveness	Manufacturer or Supplier
						Sputum		Stools		Urine
		Diluted solution	Time to take effect	Diluted solution	Time to take effect	Diluted solution	Time to take effect	Diluted solution	Time to take effect	Diluted solution	Time to take effect
		%	Hr.	%	Hr.	%	Hr.	%	Hr.	%	Hr.
Formaldehyde and/or other aldehydes or derivatives	Aldasan 2000			4	4							AB	Lysoform
	Antifect FD 10			3	4							AB	Schülke & Mayr
	Antiseptica surface disinfection 7			3	6							AB	Antiseptica
	Apesin AP30			5	4							A	Tana PROFESSIONAL
	Bacillocid special			6	4							AB	Bode Chemie
	Buraton 10F			3	4							AB	Schülke & Mayr
	Desomed A 2000			3	6							AB	Desomed
	Hospital disinfectant cleaner			8	6							AB	Dreiturm
	Desomed Perfekt			7	4							AB*	Desomed
	Formaldehyde-solution (DAB 10), (formaline)	1,5	12	3	4							AB
	Incidin Perfekt	1	12	3	4							AB	Ecolab
	Incidin Plus			8	6							A	Ecolab
	Kohrsolin	2	12	3	4							AB	Bode Chemie
	Lysoform	4	12	5	6							AB	Lysoform
	Lysoformin 2000	3	12	5	6							AB	Lysoform
	Melsept	2	12	4	6							AB	B. Braun
	Melsitt	4	12	10	4							AB	B. Braun
	Minutil	2	12	6	4							AB	Ecolab
	Multidor			3	6							AB	Ecolab
	Nüscosept			5	4							AB	Dr. Nüsken Chemie
	Optisept			7	4							AB*	Dr. Schumacher
	Pursept-FD			7	4							AB*	Merz
	Ultrasol F	3	12	5	4							AB	Fresenius Kabi
Amphoteric surfactants (amfotensiden)	Tensodur 103	2	12									A	MFH Marienfelde
Lye	Lime-milk^3							20	6			A^3B
1 Not effective against myco-bacteria when service disinfecting, especially in the presence of blood.2 Not suitable for disinfecting blood-contaminated or porous surfaces (e.g. raw wood).3 Useless for tuberculosis; preparation of Lime-milk: 1 part dissolved lime (calcium hydroxide) + 3 parts water.* Checked for effectiveness on viruses in accordance with checking methods of the RKI (Federal Health Reporting 38 (1995) 242).A: Suitable for killing vegetative bacterial germs including myco-bacteria as well as fungi, including fungal spores.B: Suitable for deactivating viruses.

Table 5: Disinfectants

Kindly consult your specialist dealer if you have queries on matters related to disinfection; he will gladly assist you.

5 Guarantee

Excerpt from the "General Business Conditions":

(…)

1. The guarantee period for warranty claims is 24 months. As a result of our superior quality requirements, we can increase the time bar on warranty claims beyond these fundamental, statutory requirements for

(…)

-Frame and cross-hinge of wheelchairs

4 years

The guarantee excludes damage arising from structural changes to our products, insufficient maintenance, defective or improper handling or storage or the use of non-original parts. Likewise, the guarantee excludes parts or working parts subject to natural wear and tear.

(…)

6 Disposal

When disposing of the wheelchair, contact your local disposal centre or return the product to your specialist dealer who, after submitting it to a hygienic procedure, will be able to send it back to the manufacturer who will dispose of and recycle it correctly, separating it into its component materials.

Packaging materials can be taken to disposal or recycling centers or to your specialist dealer.

7 Declaration of conformity

The manufacturer or his authorized representative :

N.V. VERMEIREN N.V

Address :

Vermeirenplein 1/15

2920 Kalmthout

Belgium

declares under his sole responsibility that the CE marked medical devices :

Productgroup: Manual wheelchairs

Brand: Vermeiren

Type: Jazz, Jazz 30°, Jazz T30, Jazz E

have been classified as class I, according to annex IX MDD 93/42/EEC, rule 1,

and is manufactured in full conformity with the European instructions below - including the latest modifications - and with the national law, that organizes this directions :

Medical devices directive MDD 93/42/EEC

and is in conformity with the relevant European harmonized standards:

EN 12182: 1999, EN 12183: 2009

8 Maintenance plan

Date	Maintenance	Remarks	Paraph
1/1/2011	Greasing and general servicing	non

9 Disinfection book

Date of the disinfection	Reason	Specification	Substance and concentration	Signature
Abbreviations used in column 2 (reason):V = Suspected infection IF = Infection case W = Repetition I = Inspection

Table des matières

Préface 2

Technical line drawings of a wheelchair and its internal frame (no text or symbols)

Technical diagram of a wheelchair with numbered parts for identification

1 = Traverse

2 = Poignées

3 = Dossier

4 = Manchettes

5 = Repos-bras

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a wheelchair with attached sensors and a close-up of the wheel (no text or symbols visible)

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with gear mechanism (no text or symbols)

Technical diagram of a vehicle's internal components with numbered parts labeled 1 and 2

Technical diagram of a vehicle chassis with numbered components, likely for maintenance or assembly reference.

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a linkage mechanism with no visible text or symbols

Line drawing of a wheelchair with wheels and seat (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair using a mobility device (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair using a wheel (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair with motion arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Illustration of two people in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other leaning over, with no visible text or symbols.

Two identical illustrations of a person in a wheelchair performing a walking motion, with arrows indicating movement direction (no text or symbols)

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with a numbered component (no text or symbols)

Technical line drawing of a mechanical lifting device with no visible text or symbols

Technical line drawings of a wheelchair and its internal frame (no text or symbols present)

Technical diagram of a wheelchair with numbered parts for identification

1 = Kruis

2 = Handvaten

3 = Rug

4 = Armkussens

5 = Armsteunen

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a wheelchair with attached sensors and a close-up of the device's cable (no text or symbols present)

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled component (1), no text or symbols present

Technical diagram of a vehicle's steering wheel assembly with numbered parts labeled 1 and 2

Technical diagram of a vehicle chassis with labeled parts, showing structural components and parts numbered 1 and 2.

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a linkage mechanism with no visible text or symbols

Om de remmen in te schakelen:

Line drawing of a wheelchair with wheels and seat (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair using a mobility device (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair, no text or symbols present

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair with motion arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Illustration of two people in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other leaning over, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair with motion arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair using a device (no text or symbols)

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled component (1), no text or symbols present

Technical line drawing of a mechanical device with no visible text or symbols

Simple line drawing of a bicycle and car under a shelter, with no text or symbols present.

Transport duw/ hoepelen

TH

Technical line drawings of a wheelchair and its internal frame (no text or symbols present)

Labeled diagram of a wheelchair with numbered parts for identification

1 = Schere

2 = Handgriffe

3 = Rückenlehne

4 = Armauflagen

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a wheelchair and curved leg with attached sensors (no text or symbols visible)

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled component (no text or symbols present)

Technical diagram of a vehicle's internal components with numbered parts labeled 1 and 2

Technical diagram of a vehicle chassis with labeled parts, showing structural components and parts numbered 1 and 2.

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a linkage mechanism with no visible text or symbols

Line drawing of a wheelchair with wheels and seat (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair using a mobility device (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair using a wheel (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair using a wheelbelt, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Illustration of two people in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other leaning over, with arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair with motion arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair using a device (no text or symbols)

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with a numbered component (no text or symbols)

Technical line drawing of a mechanical lifting device with no visible text or symbols

Technical line drawings of a wheelchair and its internal frame (no text or symbols)

Technical diagram of a wheelchair with numbered parts for identification

1 = Crociera

2 = Impugnature

3 = Schienale

4 = Poggiabraccia

5 = Poggiabraccia

6 = Ruote motrici (ruote posteriori)

7 = Corrimano

8 = Freni

9 = Calotta ribaltamento

• Supporti gambe (B06, B07, B08, BZ7, BZ8, BA6, BK6)

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a wheelchair and curved mechanical device with no visible text or symbols

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled component (1), no text or symbols present

Technical diagram of a vehicle's internal components with numbered parts labeled 1 and 2

Technical diagram of a vehicle's front-mounted brake system with labeled parts 1 and 2

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a linkage mechanism with no visible text or symbols

Per frenare:

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with internal channels and a numbered label (1), no readable text or symbols present.

4 3 2

Technical diagram of a machine with numbered components and directional arrows indicating flow or movement

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with numbered label (3), no readable text or symbols present.

D

Line drawing of a wheelchair with wheels and seat (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair using a mobility device (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair using a circular device (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair with motion arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Illustration of two people in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other leaning over, with arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Two identical illustrations of a person in a wheelchair performing a motion exercise, with arrows indicating movement direction (no text or symbols)

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled component (no text or symbols present)

Technical line drawing of a mechanical lifting device with no visible text or symbols

Technical line drawing of a mechanical device with labeled component '1' (no text or symbols beyond label)

Technical line drawings of a wheelchair and its internal frame (no text or symbols present)

Technical diagram of a wheelchair with numbered parts for identification

1 = Cruceta

2 = Empuñaduras

3 = Respaldo

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a wheelchair with attached sensors and a close-up of the wheel (no text or symbols visible)

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled component (1), no text or symbols present

Technical diagram of a vehicle's internal components with numbered parts labeled 1 and 2

Technical diagram showing mechanical assembly with labeled parts 1 and 2, likely for vehicle maintenance or repair instructions.

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a linkage mechanism with no visible text or symbols

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with internal channels and mounting brackets (no text or symbols)

4 3 2

Technical diagram of a mechanical device with numbered components and directional arrows indicating flow or movement.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with internal channels and mounting brackets (no text or symbols)

D

ES

Line drawing of a wheelchair with wheels and seat (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair using a device, no text or symbols present

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair using a wheel (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair using a wheelbelt, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Illustration of two people in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other leaning on, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair with motion arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair using a device (no text or symbols)

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled component (no text or symbols present)

Technical line drawing of a mechanical support structure with no visible text or symbols

Technical line drawings of a wheelchair and its internal frame (no text or symbols present)

Labeled diagram of a wheelchair with numbered parts for identification

1 = Krzyżak

2 = Uchwyty

3 = Oparcie

4 = Podpórki

5 = Oparcia na dłonie

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a wheelchair with attached sensors and a close-up of the wheel (no text or symbols visible)

1.6 Objasnienia symboli

Waga maksymalna

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled component (1), no text or symbols present

Technical diagram of a vehicle's internal components with numbered parts labeled 1 and 2

Technical diagram of a vehicle chassis with labeled parts, showing radiator and wheel assembly components

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a linkage mechanism with no visible text or symbols

Line drawing of a wheelchair with wheels and seat (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair using a device, no text or symbols present

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair using a wheel (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair using a wheelbelt, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Illustration of two people in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other leaning on, with an arrow indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair with motion arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair using a device (no text or symbols)

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled component (no text or symbols present)

Technical line drawing of a mechanical lifting device with lever and frame (no text or symbols)

Name/Nome Adres/Adresse/Address Adresse/Indrizzo

Empty white rectangle with black border (no text or symbols)

Stempel verkoper/Timbre du vendeur Dealer stamp/Händlerstempel Timbro del rivenditore

A
Naam/Nom/Name
Name/Nome
Adres/Adresse/Address
Adresse/Indrizzo
Woonplaats/Domicile/Home
Wohnort/Citta
E-mail
Artikel/Article/Article
Artikel/Articolo
Reeks nr./N° de série/Serie nr.
Serien-Nr./No. di serie
Aankoopdatum/Date d'achat/Date of purchase
Kaufdatum/Data di acquisto
Stempel verkoper/Timbre du vendeur
Dealer stamp/Händlerstempel
Timbro del rivenditore

DEUTSCH

ENGLISH

GARANTIEERKLÄRUNG

CONTRACTUAL WARRANTY

GARANTIE CONTRACTUELLE

CONTRACTUELE GARANTIE

We offer 5 years of warranty on standard wheelchairs, lightweight wheelchairs 4 years. Electronic wheelchairs, tricycles,

the replacement of defective or spare parts.

(1) AD = BD = 1

APPLICATION CONDITIONS

given to your official Vermerien dealer. The warranty is only valid when parts are replaced by Vermeiren in Belgium.

Jahre.

EXCEPTIONS This warranty is not valid in case of:

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Poland

Vermeiren Polska Sp. z o.o

ul. Łączna 1

PL-55-100 Trzebnica

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

website: www.vermeiren.pl

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Spain

Vermeiren Iberica, S.L.

Trens Petits, 6. - Pol. Ind. Mas Xirgu.

17005 Girona

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Fax: [phone]

website: www.vermeiren.es

e-mail: [e-mail]

Germany

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

website: www.vermeiren.at

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Switzerland

Vermeiren Suisse S.A.