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Maintenance.schedule
WHEN
WHAT
REMARK
Before. starting.
out
Test.brakes.for.fault-
less.operation
Activate brake lever to
the limit. The locked
wheels should not be
able to turn under op-
erating conditions. If
they can still turn, the
brakes must be re-
paired by an authorised
specialist workshop.
Carry out test yourself or
with a helper.
Before. starting.
out
Check.pressure.brake.
for.wear.
Move brake lever to
the side
Carry out tests yourself or
have a helper do it.
If you notice any increas-
ing slackness on the brake
lever take the wheelchair
to your specialist workshop
immediately for repairs.
– Danger of accident!
Before. starting.
out
(when applicable)
Check.air.pressure.of.
the.tyres
Do it yourself or with the
aid of a helper.
For this use an air pressure
gauge or, if not available,
„Thumb-pressure-method“
or similar (view < Brakes >
in document Safety- and
general handling instruc-
tions < Mechanical and
muscle powered wheel-
chairs >.
WHEN
WHAT
REMARK
Before. starting.
out
Especially before
driving in the dark
Check.the.lighting
Check the lighting
equipment and reflec-
tors for flawless func-
tioning.
Carry out test yourself or
with a helper.
