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User manual
© 2013 VAN OS MEDICAL UK Ltd., Excel House, Escrick Business Park, Escrick,
York,YO19 6FD Tel. +44-(0)1904-720170, Fax +44-(0)1904-720398,
E-mail: [email protected],
www.vanosmedical.com
7
MAITENANCE
Protect your Excel wheelchair by having it checked regularly. We strongly advise you
to have your wheelchair check at least once a year by a qualified Excel dealer, who
will only use Excel spare parts. This periodic inspection will ensure you that the
wheelchair will function perfectly for years. There are a lot of things you can do
yourself to keep your wheelchair in optimum condition. If you regularly check the
wheelchair and perform (small) maintenance, this will extend the lifetime and
increase the ease of use.
7.1 Tyres
Examine tyres periodically for wear and replace them as needed.
PU tyres:
PU tyres (
polyurethane
either leak proof tyres) are more used on
wheelchairs. They can be reconnised by missing the valve.
The advantage that they do not need to be pumped up and can not
be punctured. The same as AIR tyres the PU tyres can wear out.
Check periodically to see if the tread is still deep enough.
Warning:
When tyres are not fully inflated this may cause bad functioning of the brakes
and make the chair move when not intended.
Tip
For the maximum tyre pressure we direct you to chapter 5, Instructions for use
and mounting options.
7.2 Brakes
Before you can check the brakes, you need to make sure the tyre pressure is correct,
(see chapter 5.11). Inspect both brakes for sharp rims. If there are sharp rims on the
brakes we advise you to replace them. Ensure that all the parts of the brake are in
the right position and fastened secure;
Make sure that the mechanism is functioning smoothly. If it is not functioning
smoothly put some oil at turning points with one or two drips of WD40 oil or
Teflon. Remove surplus oil and dirt;
Make sure the brakes do not come into contact with the wheels as you are
moving.
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