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Keeping Your Chair In Good Condition
Your powered wheelchair will benefit from periodic inspection, adjustment and replacement of worn parts.
Regular maintenance will enhance
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Reliable performance
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Safety
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Extended battery life
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Confidence in operation
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Low operating costs
You can help keep your chair in good condition by following a simple guide to home maintenance.
CHROME/PAINTWORK:
This should be dried after contact with moisture. Clean once a month with a good quality auto-wax. Do not
use abrasive cleaners such as chrome cleaner or scouring cleaners as these will scratch the finish. Do not
store your chair in damp conditions.
UPHOLSTERY:
The upholstery on the powered wheelchair is vinyl or ‘Plush’ cloth material. Occasionally wipe with a damp
cloth moistened with soapy water. Do not use abrasive or chemical cleaners as this may damage the fabric or
vinyl coating. Vinyl upholstery will become hard and prone to cracking if the special coating, which is applied
to maintain flexibility is removed by the abrasive, chemical cleaners or solvents.
Ultra-violet light can also reduce the life of the upholstery coating. This is a normal ageing process, necessary
precautions should be taken to guard against periods of long-term exposure to sunlight. The result of these
conditions cannot be covered by the specified warranty period.
