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- Page 1 User manual Wheelchair model Panthera AB, Gunnebogatan 26, 163 53 Spånga, Sweden,+46-8-761 50 40, www.panthera.se, panthera@panthera.se...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Technical facts 20-23 INTRODUCTION You are now the owner of a Panthera X – the world’s lightest wheelchair. Invented, designed and manufactured in Sweden, the Panthera X boasts an advanced composite carbon fiber structure, giving it the rigidity, strength and super-low weight normally associated with aerospace and Formula 1 equipment. - Page 3 DESIGN Panthera’s X wheelchairs are designed with a focus on good ergonomics when sitting or driving. The wheelchair is designed so that it can be easily lifted into the car by the user. In addition, the chassis is formed to provide a balanced, effortless grip when lifting the chair into the car.
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Page 4: Description
DESCRIPTION (Fig. 1, 2 and 3) The Panthera X is made from Advanced Carbon Fibre Reinforced Plastics, CFRP, which can be moulded into just about any shape. It may sound simple, but is in fact a small technological wonder. Carbon fibre is a fantastic material. -
Page 5: Overview
OVERVIEW (Fig. 3) Fig. 3 1. Backrest upholstery 2. Backrest frame 3. Rear wheel / Tire 4. Brake 5. Chassis 6. Calfstrap 7. Footrest 8. Castor wheel 9. Quick release hub, QR 10. Push rim 11. Backrest attachment 12. Seat / Cushion... - Page 6 Anti-tip device As the drivers of the Panthera X are very advanced users and benefits of as low weight as possible, Panthera do not deliver anti-tip device in the standard configuration as this would increase the weight of the wheelchair and this user group has good control over a wheel- chair with a lot of weight over the rear wheels and can handle a very ”tippy”...
- Page 7 If you have a high brake, be careful that your fingers do not make contact with the brake when driving with the rear wheel. When transferring sideways in and out of your Panthera, make sure you can lift yourself over the brake so that you do not sit on or get caught on it.
- Page 8 SAFETY REGULATIONS Wheelchair skills-ramps, inclined surface, curbs stairs Driving up on ramps and inclined surface (Fig. 49) When driving up on a ramp you need to start with some speed, keep the speed and at the same time control your direction. Bend your upper body forward and drive the wheelchair with quick strong strokes on both push rims.
- Page 9 SAFETY REGULATIONS Wheelchair skills-ramps, inclined surface, curbs stairs Driving up and down stairs (Fig. 53) You can transport yourself in stairs by taking one step at the time according to the instruc- tion below; One of the two assistants should stand behind the wheelchair and hold the backrest bow. The other assistant should hold somewhere on the frames rigid parts to support the wheel- chair in the front.
- Page 10 SAFETY REGULATIONS Transfer into the wheelchair Techniques for transfer must be practised extensively together with qualified staff. The methods described below are for advisory purposes only. Transferring into the wheelchair sideways (Fig. 4) 1. Position the wheelchair as close to you as possible. 2.
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Page 11: Settings
SAFETY REGULATIONS Hot surfaces If the wheelchair is exposed to sunshine for long periods, its surfaces may become ex- tremely warm. Risk of jamming While driving the chair, be aware of the risk of your fingers becoming jammed between the rear wheel and the brake, and between the rear wheel and side guard or armrest. - Page 12 SETTINGS 1) The tension of the seat upholstery (Fig. 6) The rear section of the seat upholstery can be tightened or loosened by adjusting the Velcro strap underneath. This allows you to vary your seat height by around 2 cm upwards or downwards. The seat should be used together with a seat cushion.
- Page 13 SETTINGS 4) The angle of the backrest (Fig. 9) Fold the backrest forwards. Loosen the lock screws (1) a few rotations using a 17 mm cap key. Repeat this process on the other side. Adjust the angle of the backrest using the adjustment screws (2) on both sides. Using the 4 mm Allen key, unscrew the adjustment screws to tilt the backrest forwards.
- Page 14 6) The balance of the wheelchair (Fig. 11) The Panthera X has a fixed rear axle so balancing is achieved by moving the body posi- tion in relation to the rear axle. This can be done by moving the backrest which can be fixed in 4 different positions.
- Page 15 Adjusting the X one-hand brake (Fig. 13) One-arm brake X is activated by pulling lever (1) backwards until stop. Then both rear wheel are locked at the same time. 1) Use a block key 12 mm to loosen the one-hand brake’s clamping bolts on both sides.
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Page 16: Accessories
ACCESSORIES Side guards (Fig. 14) The side guards prevent clothing and loose items from becoming jammed in the wheel- chair’s spokes and also stop dirt from the wheels getting onto the user’s clothing. The side guards are fitted with a soft upper section that folds down upon load, for exam- ple, when the user transfers to and from the wheelchair. - Page 17 TRANSPORT (Fig. 19) is not chrash tested not approved for use as a seat in a ve- Panthera X hicle. transport in a vehicle you must make a transfer to a regualr seat with a safety belt. An exception may be made if the vehicle is fitted with a device designed in accordance with Bus Directive 2001/85/EG, Appendix VII, Item 3.8.3.
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Page 18: Transportation
TRANSPORTATION Assembling and disassembling the wheelchair (Fig. 20 och 21) When transporting the wheelchair, in a car, for example, the backrest can be folded and the rear wheel detached. Folding the backrest, (Fig. 20) 1) Release the side guards, if necessary, and pull them up vertically. 2) Remove the seat cushion if necessary. - Page 19 Let your hand slide over the chassis and look for cracks and loose carbon fibre threads. Make smooth, slow movements to avoid getting small carbon fibre parts in your hand. If you discover anything that looks like a damage, contact Panthera AB. DO NOT try to repair the damage yourself.
- Page 20 Clean the castor fork casing (between the wheel and the fork). Hair and dust, etc. often accumulate here which can damage the bearing. Use two 4 mmm Allen key (if X castor and fork), one 4 m Allen key (if S3 castor and fork) in order to loosen the screw. Remove the bolt and detach the castor.
- Page 21 If the tread locking is missing, always order a new bolt or apply a small amount of weak thread locking. 4) Tighten fully using two 4 mm Allen key (if X castor and fork), one 4 mm Allen key (if S3 castor and fork). Ensure that the castor turns easily Fig.
- Page 22 Lifespan The lifespan of a Panthera product depends on how much wear and tear it is exposed to and how thorough you are with maintenance. When reaching the end of its lifespan, the wheelchair must be handed in to your wheel- chair provider or Panthera AB to be recycled.
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Page 23: Technical Facts
TECHNICAL FACTS Panthera X Seat width (cm) Total width 53,5 56,5 59,5 62,5 65,5 Total length 82,5 82,5 82,5 82,5 82,5 Total height Seat Seat angle 7° 7° 7° 7° 7° Seat height rear Seat height front Seat depth 35-46... - Page 24 NOTES...
- Page 25 Panthera AB, Gunnebogatan 26, 163 53 Spånga, 08-761 50 40, www.panthera.se, panthera@panthera.se...