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Panthera
AB reserves the right to make technical changes if required
MAINTENANCE
Your Panthera model was designed for rigorous daily use over a number of years, and as
such, some parts must be regularly checked.
If using your wheelchair in more demanding environments, such as sand or saltwater, you
must examine and clean your wheelchair more often than what is specified below.
Storage
When storing your wheelchair for four months or more, ensure it is kept in a dry, warm
area. After storage, check the tyre air pressure and the condition of the upholstery.
Ongoing maintenance
For ongoing maintenance, you will need the following:
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car shampoo or detergent.
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degreasing agent (for removal of severe dirt).
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multi-purpose oil, for example, CRC 5-56.
Once a month, you must
:
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Wipe the wheelchair chassis over with car shampoo or detergent using a damp cloth. To
remove severe dirt, use a degreasing agent. After cleaning, lubricate all movable parts
with oil.
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Clean the Castor fork casing (between the wheel and the fork). Hair and dust, etc. often
accumulate here which can damage the bearing. Use a 4 mm Allen key in order to loosen
the screw. Remove the bolt and detach the Castor. Clean the washers between the wheel
and the fork and wipe the outside of the wheel bearing with a cloth. Apply a drop of oil to
each bearing. When finished, reassemble the components.
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Lubricate the rear wheel’s quick release. Remove the rear wheel by pressing the quick
release button and pulling the wheel straight off. Distribute a few drops of oil over the
quick releases at the hub of the rear axle. If you drive in rain, sand, salt or slush, or rarely
remove the rear wheel, you should lubricate the quick releases more regularly.
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Pump up the tyres. Unscrew the cap from the tyres’ air valves. Fill the tyres with air at the
correct pressure using a suitable valve adaptor (see Technical facts).
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Check that all the screws and nuts are securely fastened. Tighten them where necessary.
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Ensure the wheelchair has not sustained any damage. In the event of damage, immedi-
ately contact your local supplier or the team at Panthera AB.
Twice a year, you must
:
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Lubricate the movable parts of the brakes with a few drops of oil.
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Lubricate the bushing at the joint of the backrest.
Use two 10 mm cap keys in order to
hold down the bolts and loosen the nuts. Lubricate the bushings with a few drops of oil.
When finished, reassemble the components.
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Wash the upholstery when necessary. Machine wash the seat upholstery, backrest up-
holstery and seat cushion cover at 40°C.
Help with service and repair
For help with service and repair, contact your local supplier first (Assistance centre). You
can also contact the team at Panthera AB if you wish.
Instructions for reconditioning can be downloaded at
www.panthera.se
