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Tyre wear varies greatly depending on usage (from months to years), but no matter what sort of
time your tyres last this is mostly governed by your typical daily requirements. To achieve the
most from your tyres it is important to have them correctly inflated. Always use manufacturer
recommended parts. Replace tyres when the tread pattern wears to less than 2mm in depth as
tyres will start to lose safe traction and can be more prone to puncture.
8.4
Upholstery
The power chair upholstery may be cleaned using mild soap and water. Avoid getting water into
any electric components. Never use any chemicals to clean a vinyl seat, as they may cause the
seat to become slippery, or dry out and crack. A general purpose upholstery cleaner may be
used on velour.
Upholstery life may be affected by skin oils and human sweat particularly that caused by
particular medications. It is recommended that should cracking or significant wearing of the
upholstery occur, it should be replaced.
8.5
Cleaning
Your power chair has a powder coated metal frame that allows it to be easily wiped clean with a
damp cloth. Never hose off or pressure clean your power chair or place it in direct contact with
water.
8.6
Corrosion Protection
The X8 power chair has been manufactured using a range of processes that have been
developed to resist corrosion. Although all effort has been made to ensure the long-term
durability of the product we cannot guarantee that the wheelchair will remain corrosion-free for
the duration of its usable life. Prevention, protection and maintenance are essential to reducing
the risk of corrosion on the wheelchair.
The most common causes of corrosion to the power chair are:
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Chipping or scratching of paint or undercoat caused by impact with rocks or other hard
objects.
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The accumulation of grit salt, dirt and moisture on the chassis components.
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Exposure to highly corrosive environments such as the beach and coastal areas, rivers
and creeks.
8.6.1 Paint scratches and chips
If your power chair chassis or any other steel components are scratched or chipped leaving the
bare metal exposed it is recommended to undertake the following steps to repair the paintwork:
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Lightly sand the exposed area to flatten it and remove any loose edges of paint and any
chipping that has occurred. Ensure any surface corrosion has been removed in this
process.
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Apply a cleaning solvent to the area to remove any dust, impurities and oils.
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Apply primer over the area to be touched up.
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After allowing adequate drying time, apply the touch-up paint ensuring that it covers all
exposed areas. When dry, the area should now be protected from further corrosion.
If is it not practical to perform the above steps, products that neutralise rust and prevent it from
spreading can be used such as the many commercially available ‘rust converter’ products.
