TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS – RIGID WHEELCHAIRS | USER MANUAL
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8. ADJUSTMENTS AND
MAINTENANCE OF YOUR APEX
8.1 SERVICE
Refer to your dealer for servicing. A complete and updated list of
service providers is available on our website.
8.2 REPLACEMENT PARTS
Consult our website to download the parts manual and view
ordering information.
Please contact us at:
Motion Composites Inc.
160, Armand-Majeau Sud
Saint-Roch-de-l’Achigan, Quebec
J0K 3H0 Canada
Telephone: 1-866-650-6555
Fax: 1 888 966-6555
motioncomposites.com
8.3 TOOLS NEEDED
INFORMATION
The APEX was designed to be serviced with regular tools.
All screws and bolts that can be needed for adjustments are
standard and can be adjusted with a wrench, socket wrench,
or Allen key.
WARNING
Do not tighten the screws using an air or electric tool; final
tightening should be done manually. The list of tools is at the
end of this manual.
WARNING
Some adjustments on the APEX are not possible due to the
use of security screws. These adjustments can only be per-
formed by Motion Composites.
8.4 GENERAL MAINTENANCE
8.4.1 TIRE PRESSURE
• Check tire pressure with a tire gage.
• Verify recommended tire pressure, which is indicated on the
tire.
• Inflate if pressure is below recommended amount as labeled
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
1 ¼’’ and 1
3
/
8
’’
110 psi
Pneumatic High Pressure
1’’
145 psi
8.4.2 PUNCTURE
In the event of a puncture, consult an appropriate workshop (either
a bike repair center or wheelchair repair center) to repair
or replace the tube by a qualified person.
8.4.3 CLEANING YOUR WHEELCHAIR
• Use a soft, clean cloth with soap and water to clean your wheel-
chair.
• 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.
8.4.4 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 corroding.
• If your chair has been in storage for more than a few weeks,
make sure it is working properly.
You should inspect and service,
if necessary, all items in section 11
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 your wheelchair, use a strong cardboard box
to protect it from any impact. Inspect the wheelchair once it is
received.
8.5 BACKREST
8.5.1 REMOVING/INSTALLING THE BACK CANES
• The backrest rigidizer and the back canes should only be ad-
justed or modified by Motion Composite or authorized party.
8.5.2 ADJUSTING THE BACK ANGLE
• Loosen screw (1) and remove screw (2) from the leveling de-
vice.
• Adjust to desired angle by sliding the mechanism.
• Reinstall screw (2) and tighten
both screws to fit snugly.
• Settings: 3˚ increment from 80˚ to 101˚.
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