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If you ignore these Warnings or fail to inspect or maintain your
wheelchair as directed in the manual , you may fall, tip over or lose
control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or
damage the wheelchair.
7. Safety
7.1 Periodic Checklist
See related appendix (section 13).
7.2 Weight Limitation
The APEX wheelchair has a weight limit of 265 lb (120 kg).
The specified weight capacity includes: both the rider and any
luggage. A user with a 5kg backpack, for example, should not
exceed a weight of 255 lb (115 kg). It is of utmost importance
that the total weight is below the above specified capacity.
The wheelchair is designed to support only one person. Please
do not stand up on the footrests. Motion Composites is not
responsible for any damages or injuries caused by the misuse
of this wheelchair.
7.3 Weight Training and Sporting Activities
This wheelchair was not designed or tested as a weight training
or stretching apparatus. Do not attempt to use this wheelchair
for weight training or stretching exercises. The warranty shall
be void if the wheelchair has been used for any weight training
or stretching purposes.
This wheelchair is not intended to be used during sporting
activities.
Should you make any adjustments, repairs or do any
servicing, ensure that all fasteners are tightly secured
before use.
Exceeding the specified weight limit could damage the
wheelchair and/or cause severe injuries.
This wheelchair was designed to be tailored to the
dimensions of its owner and as such should only be
used by its owner unless a qualified specialist,
approved by Motion Composites, has readjusted it.
8. Riding your APEX
Various adjustments of your wheelchair (seat height/
depth/system, back angle, rear & front wheels camber/
size/position, position of the front riggings) could affect
the center of gravity. The adjustments should be
performed by a professional and the wheelchair user
should be aware that the stability could be affected by
these adjustments.
DO NOT tilt the wheelchair or perform a wheelie
without assistance.
DO NOT stand on the wheelchair or part of the frame
of the wheelchair.
DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheelchair unless it is
fully open and the seat frame rails are fully seated into
the receivers.
DO NOT use the footplate as a platform when getting
in or out of the wheelchair or to reach for an object.
8.1.1 To reduce the risk of accident
We recommend that you review safe wheelchair use with your
physician prior to using this equipment.
Take the time to read the instructions in this manual to ensure
that you feel comfortable using the wheelchair without
assistance.
Always be aware of hazards. Unless you are a skilled rider of
this wheelchair and that you are sure you are not at risk to tip
over, anti-tippers SHOULD be used with your wheelchair at all
times.
Because anti-tippers are an option in some markets on this
wheelchair, Motion Composites strongly recommends to order
the anti-tippers as they are an important safeguard for the
wheelchair user.
6.3 Structure
6.4 Dimension
6.5 Adjustability
Model Frame Material Transport Weight * Lightest configur ation ** STD Capacity HD Capacity
APEX Carb
Molded
Rigid
T 700 High-Modulus carbon
fibr e
Urethane paint
9.7 lb - 4,4 kg 17.2 lb - 7,8 kg 265 lb - 120 kg
Apex Alu
Rigid
Aluminium - AluLite Anodized 10.6 lb - 4,8 kg 18.0 lb - 8,2 kg 265 lb - 120 kg
* Without rear wheels, cushion, armrests, anti-tippers and wheel locks
** With Newton wheel locks, footplates, Newton Gravity rear wheels. Cushion, anti-tippers and armrests/side-guards not included . (17" 43 cm)
Model Width Depth Front seat-to-floor height Rear seat-to-floor height
Apex Carbon/Alu
30,5 to 50,8 cm
30,5 to 50,8 cm
35,6 cm to 53,3 cm
35,6 cm to 53,3 cm
Model Upholstery Back height Adjustable angle Footrest Camber
Apex
Tension adjustable,
slide-on or bolt-on
9 to 21”
22,9 to 53,3 cm
80° to 101° One piece 0°, 2°, 4°, 6°, 8°
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