Drive Cruiser III Light Weight Dual Axle Wheelchair

Drive Cruiser III Light Weight Dual Axle Wheelchair is made up of carbon steel frame with silver vein finish. The new frame style eliminates the need for seat guides and allows for custom back inserts and accessories. Cruiser III has removable flip back arms which allow for easy transfer in and out of the chair. The front riggings footrests and legrests are easily adjustable without tools. Cruiser III comes standard with detachable flip back arms, swing away or elevating footrests, black nylon upholstery, composite Mag-style wheels and push to lock wheel locks.

Cruiser III Dual Axle Wheelchair Features

• Weighs under 36 lbs (excluding front riggings)
• Silver vein finish is attractive and easy to maintain
• Nylon upholstery is durable, lightweight, attractive and easy-to-clean
• Composite, Mag-style wheels are lightweight and maintenance free
• 8" front casters are adjustable in three positions and provide a smooth ride over most surfaces
• Padded armrests provide additional comfort
• Lightweight wheelchair comes with swing-away footrests or elevating leg rests with tool-free adjustable length riggings
• Precision sealed wheel bearings in front and rear ensure long-lasting performance and reliability
• Dual axle provides easy transition of seat height to hemi-level
• Comes with push-to-lock wheel locks
• Built-in seat rail extensions and extendable upholstery easily adjust seat depth from 16” to 18"

Cruiser III Parts Description:

       

Cruiser III Detailed Parts Description

What to buy with Cruiser III Wheelchair?

• Brake Lock Extensions
• Drive Anti-Fold Bar
• Drive Overhead Adjustable Anti-Theft Device
• Drive Seat Belt For Wheelchair

How to use Drive Cruiser III Dual Axle Wheelchair?

Wheel Locks:

Engage both wheel locks before getting in or out of chair, leaning forward in chair, or while in an elevator or wheelchair lift. Proper adjustment of wheel lock is at least 1/8” when locked. Locks are engaged by pushing handle completely forward. Adjustments to locks are made by loosening or tightening nut on the carriage bolt of adjustable wheelchair. Embed lock shoe at least 1/8” by sliding clamp toward rear wheel while handle is engaged in locked position. Tighten nut and bolt to secure in position. Test for correct locking action before actual use.

Tires:

Solid rubber tires need minimal maintenance, but should be cleaned occasionally with a damp cloth. Replace if tires become severely worn or cracking appears.

Front Casters:

Casters should be checked periodically and lubricated occasionally. Lubricate by removing fork and greasing caster stem bearings. Lubricate wheel bearings by removing wheel from fork. Reassemble fork and wheel by tightening nuts until no play remains, but wheels roll freely. If nut is too loose, caster will shimmy, if too tight, chair will be hard to steer.

Removal of Swing-away Foot Rests/Leg Rests:

Release lock by pushing on the front rigging lever. Swing-away foot rest /leg rest out and sideways. Lift to remove.

Adjusting Length of Footrest/Leg Rest:

When adjusting length of foot rests or leg rests, user should be sitting in wheelchair with feet on the foot plates. Loosen bolt on the clamp around support assembly. Raise or lower foot plate to desired position that will provide maximum support of thighs. Front rigging should not be so low that it causes uncomfortable pressure to thighs at front of seat upholstery. Footrest should not be lower than 2-1/2” from the ground to ensure clearance.

Adjusting/Elevating Leg Rest:

Lift foot plate on leg rest assembly to desired position. Release leg rest assembly and it will automatically lock into place. To lower, push out on leg rest lever and lower foot plate to desired position.

Wheels:

Large rear wheels should be inspected at least once a month to ensure proper tightness. If wheel wobbles or is loose, release lock nut and tighten axle bolt slightly. Test for proper tightness by learning chair to one side and spin adjusted wheel.

General Care:

Wipe chrome parts with a clean, soft cloth at least once a week. All metal parts can be cleaned with auto wax or similar poducts. If exposed to moisture, dry immediately. Do not use an abrasive cleanser that will scratch the finish.

To Open Chair:

Open wheelchair by tilting to one side and pushing down on seat rail until fully opened.

To Close/Fold Chair:

First fold foot plates to vertical position. Grab seat with both hands at front and back edge and lift. Or, tilt chair to one side and lift up on seat rail.

Removable Arms:

Remove arms by depressing spring button and lifting arms out of front and rear sockets.

Drive Cruiser III User Manual