70380-a.11-APEX USER MANUAL-HR
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User
Manual
10.3
Tools needed
The
APEX
was designed to be serviced with regular
tools. All screws and bolts are standard and can be
adjusted with a wrench, socket wrench, or Allen key.
Do not use air or electric tool, tightening should be
done manually.
The list of tools is at the end of this manual.
Some adjustments on the APEX are not possible due to the
use of security screws. These adjustments can only be
performed by Motion Composites.
10.4
General maintenance
10.4.1
Tire pressure
• Check tire pressure with a tire gauge.
• Verify recommended tire pressure, which is indicated on the
tire.
• Inflate if pressure is below recommended amount as labelled
on the sidewall.
• Do not inflate tire over recommended pressure, as stated on
the tire.
• Over inflation could result in tire failure and injury.
• Under inflation could result in a flat tire.
Max
pressure
Pneumatic
1 3/8’’
65 psi
Pneumatic
High pressure
11/4 and 1 3/8’’
110 psi
Pneumatic
High pressure
1’’
145 psi
10.4.2
Cleaning your wheelchair
• Use a soft clean cloth with soap and water to clean your
wheelchair.
• Rinse and dry the wheelchair adequately.
•
DO NOT
use solvent cleaners.
•
DO NOT
use abrasive cleaners.
•
DO NOT
use a pressure cleaner.
Paint Finish and frame
• Clean the painted surfaces with mild soap at least once a
month.
• Protect the paint with a coat of non-abrasive auto wax every
three months.
Axles and Moving Parts
• Clean around axles and moving parts WEEKLY with a slightly
damp cloth.
• Wipe off dust or dirt on axles or moving parts.
Upholstery:
• Hand-wash only (machine washing may damage fabric).
• Hang to dry only.
DO NOT
machine dry as heat will damage
fabric.
10.4.3
Storing and shipping your wheelchair
When not in use, keep your chair in a clean, dry area. Failure to
do so may result in your chair rusting and/or corroding.
If your chair has been in storage for more than a few weeks
you should make sure it is working properly. You should
inspect and service, if necessary, all items in section13 Safety
Inspection Checklist.
If your chair has been in storage for more than two months, it
should be inspected by a qualified technician.
When shipping you wheelchair use a strong cardboard box to
protect the wheelchair from any impact. Inspect the wheelchair
once it’s received.
10.5
Backrest
10.5.1
Removing/Installing the Back Canes
• The backrest rigidizer and the
back canes should only be
adjusted or modified by Motion
Composite or authorized party.
Fig. 8
10.5.2
Adjusting the Back Angle
1
2
• Loosen screw (1) (Fig. 9) and
remove screw (2) from the
levelling device.
• Adjust to desired angle by
sliding the mechanism.
• Reinstall screw (2) and tighten
both screws to fit snugly.
Fig. 9
10.5.3
Removing/Installing the seat belt
• Remove Screw (1) in order to remove the seat belt clamp (2)
that is attached to the belt. (Fig. 10)
• Reinstall screw (1) directly on the frame clamp (3) (Fig. 11)
• Tighten screw (1) until it is properly tightened.
• Repeat the same steps on the other side
2
1
1
3
Fig. 10
Fig. 11