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. 8822150 Rev 2021-01, Publ. 2021-03-23
Panthera
AB reserves the right to make technical changes if required
MAINTENANCE - CARBON FIBRE
Carbon fibre maintenance and service
CFRP - Carbon reinforced plastic is stronger, lighter and more durable than metal, but
behave different when a damage occure. Metal bend and deforms when damaged. When
CFRP structure brakes it loosen it´s strength and stability, but without the warning signs
that metal present, like bending and cracking.
CFRP is sensitive to damages made with sharp edges, heavy shocks and unusual forces
on a sigle point. If you suspect that your wheelchair have been damaged, check the whole
chassis thoroughly or let a specialist check the wheelchair.
Important
CFRP - Carbon reinforced plastic is a very strong and light material, but also sensitive for
heavy impacts and sharp objects.Cracks and other damages on the carbon fibre structure,
caused by i.e. a fall backwards on a hard surface can lead to a sudden brake of the chas-
sis.
Avoid
:
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Dropping the chassis on hard surfaces
•
Scratch or scrape the carbon fibre structure
INSPECT YOUR WHEELCHAIR REGULARY
Press att areas you suspect have been damaged.
– look for abnormal softness and cracks in the material.
Let your hand slide over the chassis and look for cracks and loose carbon fibre threads.
Make smooth, slow movements to avoid getting small carbon fibre parts in your hand.
If you discover anything that looks like a damage, contact Panthera AB. DO NOT try to
repair the damage yourself.
