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www.vanosmedical.com
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User manual
| Excel G-Evolution
8.6 Upholstery
The upholstery of your wheelchair is also an important component. Torn or worn upholstery can not take human
weight anymore and this can be dangerous. Regular monitoring of your upholstery is very important. Check the
upholstery of your wheelchair therefore onthe following points:
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Check the textile coating for holes, cracks and worn spots;
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Check the upholstery-mounting grommets to make sure that they are all correctly aligned and secure.
When any of the above points show abnormalities, please contact the dealer where you bought the wheelchair.
Only your dealer may make any repairs to the upholstery.
8.7
Cleaning of the wheelchair
Cleaning your wheelchair is important and should be done regularly. You can get your wheelchair best cleaned as
described below.
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Clean the upholstery, chassis and plastic components on the wheelchair regularly with a mild soap and water.
Never use abrasive cleaners, they can damage the varnish. Also never use steam or high pressure cleaners;
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Wax the varnish of the chassis regularly. Never use solvents, abrasive waxes, caustic chemicals or spray
silicone;
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Dry the wheelchair after cleaning. Also dry you wheelchair after you have been, for example, in a rainstorm.
8.8
Periodical maitenance to your wheelchair
Preventive maintenance is very important and many of these things you can easily do yourself (or your attendant).
We highlight below the maintenance you can do yourself.
Every week
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Check tyre pressure.
Every month
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Check the fold ability of the wheelchair;
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Check if the quick release rear wheels work properly;
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Check upholstery for wear;
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Check wheel movement front and rear and check turn ability of the wheels;
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Check if the brakes are working correct.
Every three months
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Check all bolts, screws and nuts and tighten if necessary;
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Check all spokes for tension;
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Check tyre tread for wear.
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