Eclips X4 90° - Wheelchair Vermeiren - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Eclips X4 90° Vermeiren

2.1. Intended use and indications 7 2.2. Safety instructions and applicable risks 8 2.3. Symbols on the wheelchair 9 2.4. Transport 10 2.5. Folding/Unfolding 10 2.6. Storage 11

3. Using your wheelchair 12

Contents4User manual | 2025-07 Eclips X4 90° Kids Preface Congratulations! You are now owner of a Vermeiren wheelchair! This wheelchair is made by qualied and committed personnel. It is designed and produced according to high quality standards, guarded by Vermeiren. Thank you for your trust in the products of Vermeiren. To support you on the use of this wheelchair and its operating options, this manual is o󰀨ered. Please read it carefully; it will help you to get familiar with the operation, capabilities and limitations of your wheelchair. If you still have questions after reading this manual, do not hesitate to contact your specialist dealer. He/she will be glad to help you. Important note To ensure your safety, and to prolong the lifetime of your product, please take good care of it and have it checked and serviced on a regular basis. This manual reects the latest product developments. Vermeiren has the right to implement changes to this type of product without any obligation to adapt or replace similar products previously delivered. Pictures are used to clarify the instructions in this manual. Details of the depicted product may deviate from your product. Information available On our website http://www.vermeiren.com/ you will always nd the most recent version of the information in this manual. Please consult this website regularly for possible updates. Visually impaired people can download the electronic version of this manual and have it read out by means of a text-to-speech software application.5 Eclips X4 90° KidsUser manual | 2025-07

User manual For user and specialist dealer Installation instructions For specialist dealer Service manual for wheelchairs For specialist dealer EC declaration of conformity6User manual | 2025-07 Eclips X4 90° Kids

1.1. Options Contact your specialist dealer about options. He will gladly advise you.

2.1. Intended use and indications

• This product is a medical device.

• Indications and contraindications: This wheelchair is intended to be operated by the user sitting in the wheelchair, or it can be pushed by an attendant or parent. The wheelchair is intended to be a transport aid for young people with reduced walking abilities. You should NOT use this wheelchair without an attendant if you su󰀨er from physical or mental impairments that may put you, or other people, in danger when riding the wheelchair. For this reason, consult your doctor rst and make sure that your specialist dealer is informed about his advice.

• This wheelchair is suitable for indoor and outdoor use.

• This wheelchair is designed and produced solely to transport/transfer one (1) person with a maximum weight of 80kg. It is not designed for transportation of goods or objects, nor for any use other than previously described.

• Only use accessories and spare parts approved by Vermeiren.

• Please read all technical details and limits of your wheelchair in chapter

• The warranty on this product is based on normal use and maintenance as described in this manual. Damage to your product caused by improper use or lack of maintenance will cause the warranty to lapse.8User manual | 2025-07 Eclips X4 90° Kids 2.2. Safety instructions and applicable risks

CAUTION Risk of injuries and/or damage

• Carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual. Otherwise you may get injured or your wheelchair may get damaged. Keep the following general warnings in mind during use:

• Do not use your wheelchair if you are under inuence of alcohol, medicines or other substances that may inuence your driving abilities.

• Be aware that some parts of your wheelchair may get very hot or cold due to ambient temperature, solar radiation or heating devices. Be careful when touching. Wear protective clothing if the weather is cold. When going outdoors, riding gloves can be used to improve the grip on the hand rims.

• Do not modify your product in any way.

• If the packaging of your product has been damaged, (unintentionally) opened, or a󰀨ected by environmental conditions (moisture, heat,...) upon delivery, check the device integrity of your product. When in doubt, contact your specialist dealer. Be aware that your wheelchair may interfere with some types of anti-theft systems, depending on the settings used. This may cause the shop's alarm to go o󰀨. Any serious incident [MDR (EU) 2017/745 §2 (65)] that has occurred in relation to the device should be reported to the manufacturer and the competent authority of the Member State in which the user and/or patient is established.9 Eclips X4 90° KidsUser manual | 2025-07

2.3. Symbols on the wheelchair Type designation Catalogue number Serial number Medical device Manufacturer Date of manufacture Declaration of conformity Attention: important information It is advised to read the manual Risk of entrapment Maximum weight of the user in kg Not intended to be used as a seat in a motor vehicle10User manual | 2025-07 Eclips X4 90° Kids 2.4. Transport

2.4.1. Transport by vehicle, as luggage

WARNING Risk of injuries

• Do NOT use your wheelchair as a seat in a vehicle, see the following symbol.

• Make sure that the wheelchair is attached properly to avoid injury from the passengers during collision or sudden braking.

• NEVER use the same seatbelt to secure the wheelchair and passenger.

1. Remove footrests and accessories.

2. Store footrests and accessories safely.

3. If possible, fold the wheelchair and remove the rear wheels.

4. Place the wheelchair in the luggage compartment.

5. If the luggage and passenger compartments are NOT separated, attach

the frame of the wheelchair securely to the vehicle. You can use the available safety belts in the vehicle. 2.5. Folding/Unfolding

CAUTION Risk of injuries

• Keep ngers away from moving parts of the wheelchair.

2.5.1. Unfolding the wheelchair

1. Position yourself behind the wheelchair.

2. Use the handgrips 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 xed in their position.

3. Take the seat on the front side and backside and pull it up.

4. Push the handgrips to each other to close the frame.

2.5.3. Mounting the rear wheels

1. Take the rear wheel and push button (1).

2. Keep the button pushed in and mount the rear wheel axle until it stops.

3. Release the button.

4. Check that the wheel is secured.

2.5.4. Taking o󰀨 the rear wheels

1. Make sure the brakes are in the o󰀨 position.

2. Take the wheelchair to the side frame where you want to remove the

3. Press the button in the center of the wheel hub.

4. Pull the wheel away from the frame.

CAUTION Risk of damage

• Make sure that your wheelchair is stored in a dry environment to prevent mould from growing and the upholstery from being damaged, see also chapter 5..12User manual | 2025-07 Eclips X4 90° Kids

3. Using your wheelchair

WARNING Risk of injuries

• First read previous chapters and inform yourself about the intended use. Do NOT use your wheelchair unless you have read and fully understood all instructions.

• In case of doubts or questions, do not hesitate to contact your local specialist dealer, your care provider or technical adviser to help you with this. 3.1. Operating the brakes

CAUTION Risk of injuries

• The brakes are not used to slow down the wheelchair during movements. Use the brake only to prevent the wheelchair from unintended movements.

• Good operation of the brakes is inuenced by wear and contamination of the tires (water, oil, mud, ...). Check the condition of the tires before each use.

• The brakes are adjustable and can wear. Check the operation of the brakes before each use.

• Make sure the wheelchair is on a at horizontal surface before releasing the brakes. Never release both brakes simultaneously.

3.1.1. To apply the brakes:

1. Push the brake levers forward until you feel a distinctive click.

3.1.2. To release the brakes:

1. Release one brake by pulling the lever backwards.

2. Hold the hand rim of the released wheel with your hand.

3. Repeat this for the second wheel and parking brake.13 Eclips X4 90° KidsUser manual | 2025-07

CAUTION Risk of injuries or damage

• In case you cannot perform the transfer in a safe manner, ask someone to assist you.

• Do not stand on the footplates.

1. Position the wheelchair as close as possible to the chair, couch or bed

to/from which you wish to transfer.

2. Apply both parking brakes, see §3.1..

3. Fold the footplates or remove the footrests (see § 3.3.3.).

4. Transfer to/from the wheelchair using the strength of your arms or with

the help of attendant(s) or lifting equipment.

3.2.2. Sitting in the wheelchair

Some recommendations for a comfortable use of the wheelchair:

• Sit down on the seat with your lower back against the backrest.

• Make sure your upper legs are horizontal. If needed adjust the length of the footrests (see installation manual). 3.3. Comfort adjustments

CAUTION Risk of injuries or damage

• The following comfort adjustments can be done by the attendant or caretaker. All other adjustments are done by your specialist dealer according to the installation instructions, see preface.

• Always keep the swing range of the footplate in mind to prevent bystanders from being injured or objects from being damaged.

• Make sure that your ngers, clothes, buckles don’t get trapped during adjustment.14User manual | 2025-07 Eclips X4 90° Kids

3.3.1. Handgrip height

The height of the handgrips can be adjusted in 6 positions (steps of 30 mm):

5. Loosen the star knob (1) .

6. Adjust the handgrip to the desired

WARNING Risk of injuries

• Be aware that the stability decreases when backrest is adjusted backwards.

• Apply the parking brakes before adjusting the backrest.

CAUTION Risk of injuries

• Do not place your ngers, clothes between the adjustment mechanism. It is possible to set the backrest backwards with a maximum inclination of 90° (stepless). Make sure that the patient sits in the chair when the attendant adjusts the backrest inclination and that the wheelchair does not tip over.15 Eclips X4 90° KidsUser manual | 2025-07

1. Pull the lever (1) on both sides

towards the push handle (2) to adjust the backrest.

2. Pull both back tubes backwards

continuously to the desired position.

3. Release the lever.

If your wheelchair features drum brakes, the handles are used as brakes.

3.3.3. Mounting or removing the footrests

3.3.3.1. Mounting the footrests

1. Hold the footrest sideways at the outside of the wheelchair's frame and

mount the tube hood (1) into the frame.

2. Swing the footrest inwards until it clicks in position.

3. Swing the footplate downwards.16User manual | 2025-07 Eclips X4 90° Kids

3.3.3.2. Dismounting the footrests

2. Swing the footrest to the outside of the wheelchair until it comes loose

3. Pull the footrest from the tube hood (1).

WARNING Risk of injuries

• Make sure that the star knobs are well tightened.

• When equipped with the push bar, the push bar should always be mounted to increase the stability of the back.

3.3.4.1. To mount the push bar

1. Mount the push bar (B) with the star knob (A) in the left handgrip.

2. Screw the star knob (A) in the right handgrip.

3. Swing the push bar (B) to the right.

4. Mount the hook of the push bar over the screw thread of the right star

5. Use the two holes on the left handgrip to adjust the tension of the

The anatomical backrest can be easily removed for folding. It is mounted by placing the safety screws of the backrest into the brackets on the backrest tubes. Make sure that the star knobs are well tightened.

3.3.6. Anatomical seat

The anatomical seat can be easily removed for folding. It is mounted by placing the seat supports on the cross hinge. 3.4. Riding the wheelchair 4 Depending on your medical condition and type of wheelchair, you can ride the wheelchair yourself or have it pushed by an attendant.

CAUTION Risk of entrapment

• Prevent your ngers from being caught by the wheel spokes.

• Prevent entrapment of your hands on the hand rims when you pass small passages.

• When driving with an attendant, keep your arms away from the wheels and keep your feet on the footplates.18User manual | 2025-07 Eclips X4 90° Kids

CAUTION Risk of injuries or damage

• Do NOT drive on slopes, obstacles, steps or kerbs larger than specied in § 5..

• Do not proceed with your wheelchair in tra󰀩c. Always stay on the pavement.

• Do not operate the hand rims with wet hands.

• Pay attention if the road has holes or gaps that may cause entrapment of the wheels.

• Avoid stones and other objects that may block the wheels.

• Always keep the swing range of the footplate in mind to prevent bystanders from being injured or objects from being damaged.

• Before every usage, make sure that: – all adjustments are rmly secured, see §3.3.. – the parking brakes are working properly. – the tires are in good condition, see §4.2.1..

3.4.1. Riding with an attendant

1. Release the brakes or have them released by the attendant, while he/

she is holding the wheelchair to prevent movement, see §3.1..

2. The attendant grasps the handgrips or push bar to push the wheelchair

in the desired direction.

3. After stopping, apply the brakes while holding the wheelchair in place,

1. Release the parking brakes one by one, see §3.1..

2. Move your hands to the highest position on both hand rims.

3. Lean forward and push the hand rims forward until your arms are

4. Swing your arms loosely back to the topside of the hand rims and

repeat the push movement.

5. To stop: wait until the wheelchair stops and move forward/backward

by operating the hand rims. Apply the parking brakes one by one, see §3.1..19 Eclips X4 90° KidsUser manual | 2025-07

CAUTION Risk of injuries

• If the attendant has too little strength to control the wheelchair, stop riding and use the brakes immediately.

• When you stop on a (small) slope, use your brakes.

1. Secure yourself in the wheelchair with a

3. Drive slowly and in a straight line. Lean

slightly forward (A/B) when going up the slope. Lean backwards, against the backrest, when going down the slope.

4. Never reverse on a slope.

CAUTION Risk of tipping over

• Only use ramps approved by Vermeiren and do not exceed their maximum load.

• Make sure that the wheelchair does not touch the ground or ramp due to the inclination of the wheelchair.

• Only negotiate ramps with the help of one or two attendants.

1. Adjust the position of backrest, seat and footrest to decrease the

volume taken by the wheelchair and to increase the stability during inclination.

2. Remove the footrests, see §3.3.3..

CAUTION Risk of tipping over

• Stairs should always be negotiated with the help of two attendants.

• Never try to use stairs that are not appropriate for wheelchairs.

1. Remove the footrests, see §3.3.3..

2. One attendant tips the wheelchair

slightly backwards by the handles.

3. The second attendant grabs the

wheelchair at the front of the frame, on both sides of the wheelchair.

4. Stay calm, avoid sudden movements

and keep your arms inside the wheelchair.

5. Both attendants lift and pull the

wheelchair from step to step while the rear wheels roll over the steps.

6. After using the stairs, mount the

footrests back in place, see §3.3.3.

3.4.6. Coping with obstacles

CAUTION Risk of tipping over

• If you do not have enough experience with your wheelchair, ask assistance of an attendant.

• Make sure that the footplates do not touch ground while taking an obstacle.

• Do not use your wheelchair on an escalator.

• If available, wear your safety belt.

3.4.6.1. Small kerbs (up or down)

These can be taken forward (E / F) with one attendant, or by experienced wheelchair users alone.21 Eclips X4 90° KidsUser manual | 2025-07

1. The attendant moves the wheelchair

forward approaching the kerb. Make sure the footplates won’t touch the kerbs.

2. Lean backwards to reduce the pressure

on the front wheels.

3. The attendant holds the handles rmly

while moving forward. If necessary he uses the tipping aid to keep the front wheels lifted until they have passed the kerb rim.

4. The attendant releases the pressure on

the handles and tipping aid to gently put the front wheels on the ground.

5. Next, he holds the handles rmly while

pushing the wheelchair with the rear wheels up/down the kerb. A practiced user can negotiate small kerbs forward by himself: Going down:

1. Bring balance on the rear wheels to

reduce the pressure on the front wheels.

2. Negotiate the kerb.

1. Drive until the kerb.

2. Lean backwards so you are balancing

3. Role the front wheels balancing over the

4. Bend forwards for more stability.

These should be taken backwards with one attendant:

1. The attendant reverses the wheelchair

so that rear wheels approach the kerb rst (G / H).

2. Going down: Lean forward (G) to move

your centre of gravity to the front. Going up: Lean backward (H) to move your centre of gravity to the back.

3. The attendant pulls the wheelchair

gently from/on the kerb.

3.4.6.3. Higher kerbs

Higher kerbs, but below maximum size, see §5., should be taken with help of two attendants. Going down:

1. Remove the footrests.

2. The attendant moves the wheelchair forward approaching the kerb.

3. Lean backwards to reduce the pressure on the front wheels.

4. The attendant holds the handles rmly and uses the tipping aid to keep

the front wheels lifted until they have passed the kerb rim.

5. The second attendant grabs the front of the frame and moves

backwards while pulling the rear wheels down the kerb.

6. The rst attendant releases the pressure on the handles and tipping aid

to put the front wheels on the ground.23 Eclips X4 90° KidsUser manual | 2025-07

1. Remove the footrests.

2. The rst attendant reverses the wheelchair so that rear wheels

approach the kerb rst.

3. Lean backward to move your centre of gravity to the back.

4. The second attendant grabs the front of the frame and moves forward

while pulling/pushing the rear wheels on the kerb. The rst attendant lifts and holds the handles rmly to prevent the wheelchair from tipping over.

4 Regular care ensures that your wheelchair is preserved in a perfectly functional condition. For the maintenance manual, refer to the Vermeiren website: www.vermeiren.com. 4.1. Points of maintenance

CAUTION Risk of injuries and damage

• Repairs and replacements may only be undertaken by trained persons and only genuine replacement parts of Vermeiren should be used. 4 The last page of this manual contains a registration form for the specialist dealer to record each service. The service frequency depends on the frequency and intensity of use. Contact your dealer to agree to a common timetable for inspection/ maintenance/repair.24User manual | 2025-07 Eclips X4 90° Kids

4.1.1. Before each use

Inspect the following points:

• All parts: Present and undamaged or unworn.

• All parts: Clean, see § 4.2.2..

• Wheels, backrest, seat, calf rests, arm rests, footplates: Well secured.

• Condition of wheels/tyres, see § 4.2.1..

• Condition of frame parts: No deformation, instability, weakness or loose connections.

• Seat, backrest, arm pads, calf pads and head rest (if applied): No excessive wear (like dented spots, damage or tears).

• Brakes: Undamaged and functioning.

• Backrest inclination: Undamaged and functioning well (locking, load, no deformation or wear). Contact your specialist dealer for possible repairs or part replacements.

4.1.2. Yearly or more often

Have your wheelchair inspected and serviced by your specialist dealer, at least once a year, or more often. The minimum maintenance frequency depends on use and should therefore be commonly agreed upon with your specialist dealer.

Make sure that your wheelchair is stored in a dry environment to prevent mould from growing and the upholstery from being damaged, see also

4 Proper working of the brakes depends on the state of the tyres, and can change due to wear and contamination (water, oil, mud, ...). Keep your wheels free of wires, hair, sand and bres. Check the prole of the tyres. If the tread depth is less than 1 mm, the tyres need to be replaced. Contact your specialist dealer for this matter. Inate each pneumatic tyre to the correct pressure (see pressure indication on the tyres).

CAUTION Risk of damage by moisture

• Never use a hose or high-pressure cleaner to clean the wheelchair. Wipe all rigid parts with a damp cloth (not drenched). If necessary, use a mild soap, suitable for varnishes and synthetics. The upholstery can be cleaned with lukewarm water and a mild soap. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents to clean.

CAUTION Risk of damage

• Disinfections may only be undertaken by trained persons. Consult your specialist dealer.26User manual | 2025-07 Eclips X4 90° Kids 4.3. Troubleshooting Even if you use your wheelchair properly, a technical problem may occur. In this case, contact your local specialist dealer.

WARNING Risk of injuries and damage

• NEVER attempt to repair your wheelchair yourself. The following symptoms may indicate a serious problem. Therefore always contact your specialist dealer if you spot any of the following deviations:

• Uneven tread wear on one of the tyres;

• Wheelchair deects to one side;

• Damaged or broken wheel assemblies. 4.4. Expected lifespan The wheelchair is designed to have an average lifespan of 5 years. Depending on the frequency of use, driving circumstances and maintenance, the lifespan of your wheelchair will increase or decrease. 4.5. Reuse Before each reuse, have the wheelchair disinfected, inspected and serviced according to the instructions in § 4.1. and § 4.2.. 4.6. End of use At end of life, you need to dispose your wheelchair according to the local environmental legislation. The best way to do so, is to disassemble the wheelchair to facilitate the transport of recyclable parts.27 Eclips X4 90° KidsUser manual | 2025-07

4.7. Warranty The warranty on this product is subject to the general terms and conditions of each country.

5. Technical specications

The technical details below are only valid for this wheelchair, at standard settings and optimal ambient conditions. Take these details into account during use. The values are no longer applicable if your chair has been modied, damaged, or is severely worn. Brand Vermeiren Product group Manual wheelchair Type Eclips X4 90° Kids Description Dimensions Maximum user weight 80 kg Overall length 830 - 1000 mm Folded length (without footrest)

Overall width 500 mm 550 mm Folded width 310 mm Overall height 820 - 980 mm Folded height 820 - 980 mm Total mass ± 16 kg Mass of heaviest part 10,4 kg Mass of removable parts Footrests Rear wheels 1,8 kg 3,8 kg Static stability downhill 7,5° (in standard conguration) Static stability uphill Axle block backwards: 4° Axle block forwards: Anti-tipping device must be standard available Static stability sideways 16° (in standard conguration) We reserve the right to introduce technical changes. Measurement tolerance +- 15 mm / 1,5 kg / 1,5°28User manual | 2025-07 Eclips X4 90° Kids Brand Vermeiren Product group Manual wheelchair Type Eclips X4 90° Kids Description Dimensions Seat plane angle 0° - 6,5° E󰀨ective seat depth 310 mm - 370 mm 330 mm - 390 mm E󰀨ective seat width 320 mm 370 mm Seat surface height at front edge

Backrest angle 5° - 95° Backrest height 350 - 400 mm Footplate to seat distance 255 - 365 mm Leg to seat surface angle 11° Footplate angle 14° Distance between arm pad and seat

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