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2.4 Removing the wheels
Generally, the two e-fix wheels will remain on your wheelchair. If they need to be
removed (for example, for transport purposes), please proceed as follows:
If you have not already done so, switch off the control unit (see chapter 5.2.2).
Ensure that the wheel is engaged (see chapter 2.1).
Using Alber anti-tippers:
lift up your wheelchair as described in Appendix A of this operating manual and push
down the anti-tippers with your foot.
If the wheelchair is on the anti-tippers:
press the releasing device [4] located at the centre of the wheel hub and carefully pull
the e-fix wheel off the wheelchair.
Once both wheels have been removed you can replace the anti-tippers to their original
position, as described in the appendix of this operating manual.
Without Alber anti-tippers:
lift your wheelchair by its push handles.
Press the releasing device [4] located at the centre of the wheel hub and carefully pull
the e-fix wheel off the wheelchair.
Proceed in accordance with instructions provided by the manufacturer of your anti-
tippers.
The e-fix wheel must be engaged to remove it from the wheelchair.
2.5 Transporting and storing the wheels as vehicle luggage
Before removing the e-fix wheels, the control unit must be switched off.
When laying the e-fix wheels down or setting them aside, take care of the stub axle
[11] and the socket [10] on the rear of the wheel. Neither part should be damaged.
To transport the wheelchair, follow the instructions of the wheelchair manufacturer.
You might need to secure the wheelchair or certain components.
We recommend always removing the e-fix wheels from the wheelchair and transporting
them individually.
The wheels should be stored or transported on their front side (on the push rims) or
standing up.
During transport, the e-fix wheels must be properly secured so that they do not pose
a risk to the driver or passengers in the event of a sudden brake manoeuvre. To secure
the wheels we recommend securing them in the vehicle with sufficiently robust straps
as shown in the diagram. Please note that this is a non-binding recommendation (we
accept no liability).
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