User manual of Tilty
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15. Cleaning and maintenance
Please pay attention to the following advice for cleaning and maintenance so that the
new wheelchair will remain the reliable everyday therapeutical partner for a long time.
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Examine the tyres’ air pressure at least every 2 weeks or according to demand
at regular intervals, as well as the connected function of the brakes. It is
absolutely necessary for your safety. The spokes of the driving wheels should
be tightened once a year. For this, please consult your specialist of the
medical service centre.
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Every quarter year you will have to control if all relevant screwed connections
are still tight and if necessary, you will have to tighten them. In doing so, keep
in mind that a safety nut can be used only once without reduction of its safety
efficiency. Your specialist of the medical service centre will answer further
questions.
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For cleaning the wheelchair’s frame, only use a gentle cleaner and a soft
cloth.
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If the wheelchair has become wet, please dry it as soon as possible with a
clean, soft cloth. Sand, sea water and salt for icy roads will lead to damage
and corrosion. In order to avoid this, clean the wheelchair carefully and
thoroughly after contact with one of these or similar substances.
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All ball bearings are maintenance-free. For preserving the running properties
of the plug-in axle permanently, clean the plug-in axles and the fitment
bushes of the plug-in axles every quarter year with a clean and soft cloth and
than use some lubricating oil as grease.
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Gradually dirt particles will gather between the steering wheel and the fork of
the steering wheel, which will render the wheel heavy to move. For cleaning,
remove the steering wheel out of the fork and free it from dirt.
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In case of a puncture, the tyre may be changed in the same way as on the
usual bicyle. If you’re on your way, it is recommendable to take a puncture
spray or an emergency repair set, or else to have the wheelchair equipped
with puncture resistent tyres
