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Wheelchair pulling to one side under braking 
 

 

Uneven application of brake levers 

o

 

Apply brakes evenly 

 

Brakes worn unevenly and need adjustment 

o

 

See dealer 

 

7.

 

Brakes ineffective 
 

 

The brakes will need adjustment from time to time, due to wear of the 
linings.  

 

We recommend that you let your dealer perform these adjustments for 
you. 

 

If you hear a ‘rumbling’ type noise during braking 

- it is possible that the 

brakes require immediate replacement. See your dealer without delay 

 

8.

 

Chair is not rolling very far or tough to propel uphill 

 

 

Re-pressurise tyres (check tyre wall for pressures)  

 

Push harder! 

 

Содержание K2 MK II

Страница 1: ...U S ER M A NU A L 1 1 T H E D I T I O N K2 MK II...

Страница 2: ...g To Know Your K2 13 Quick Start Guide 13 Folding the chair for travel Wheels On 18 Folding the chair for travel Wheels Off 22 5 Helpful Tips 25 Kerbs 25 Side plates 26 Seat Liner Pressure Cushions 26...

Страница 3: ...ccess with a traditionalwheelchair Thisusermanual offersimportantadviceand ideassothat you can get the most out of your new wheelchair so please read it carefully before use Please contact your local...

Страница 4: ...to the highest standards with a specific focus on user safety The revolutionary Trekinetic K2 has been independently tested to ensure it meets or exceeds current strength and fatigue standards but ne...

Страница 5: ...ir still PleasenotethattheTrekinetic K2has beencrashtestedand thereforeissuitable for user in chair transport in a motor vehicle with the appropriate tie down system This must be specified at point of...

Страница 6: ...ageduring transit and willlikely need two strong people to lift once delivered Trekinetic deliveries are fully insured but your first job is to check that the container looks to be in good condition a...

Страница 7: ...UK and you can see the wooden frame inside use a screwdriver not supplied to undo the screws in each of the four legs at the base If not skip to step 7 6 Lift up and set aside the wooden structure wi...

Страница 8: ...to fold down the handlebars depending on the configuration It s best to do this on a soft surface to avoid scratching the seat 3 To assemble the rear castor you will need an 8mm A F Allen Key If you...

Страница 9: ...he Allen key 5 Next locatethe rear wheelcastor and slideit over theAllen key followed by the second washer on the other side of the wheel You should now haveametalwashereithersideofthewheel and inside...

Страница 10: ...the bolt on the other side 7 Turn the chair back over 8 Fully extend the footplate making sure to unhook the elastic over the footplate lever first if you have the upgraded footplate This will take tw...

Страница 11: ...e clasp locked into position and the far clasp hooked over the catch and ready to be pulled back into the locked position 10 Next activate the shock absorber by pressing the silver switch upwards The...

Страница 12: ...Page 12 of 35 wheel below and insert the centre pin into the centre of the hub brake Once secure release the centre pin and the wheel should be locked in position...

Страница 13: ...tion you ve chosen you have a few braking options Dynamic Lever Brakes These are popular with our more active users and provide the ability to steer as well as slow down each wheel independently Each...

Страница 14: ...ay as standard bike brakes Pulling the brake levers towards you engages the brakes and releasing the brake levers releasethebrakes Eachwheelisoperated independentlyand werecommend the smooth applicati...

Страница 15: ...mrests which can be used as support for getting in or out of the chair We recommend starting with them down but you can simply fold them back if you feel they re getting in the way 3 Seat Angle Our pa...

Страница 16: ...on Some users may need support in doing this but the rear wishbone can be used to pull down off if you re unable to recline the seat by simply leaning backwards Some users prefer to use the leave the...

Страница 17: ...user in the chair and camber must be fully set in the MEAN or LEAN positions This means tightening the bar at either setting We recommend selecting theMEAN position whereverpossibleas thisoffers the...

Страница 18: ...with this process Once you re in slide the footplate back down ensure it s fully extended locked and you re ready to go 6 Time for a test drive Your K2 is now ready to go Please take it easy for the f...

Страница 19: ...imum space efficiency set the camber to the LEAN position by turning the camber bar clockwise The wheels should now be in a vertical position 2 Retract footplate and hook elastic loop under seat aroun...

Страница 20: ...Page 20 of 35 4 Unclasp the locks and fold down the handlebars if applicable 5 Fold armrests backward if applicable...

Страница 21: ...back into the metal clasp Occasionally it cantwist slightly so ensure it is straight and fully engaged into the clasp You should hear a satisfying click when inserted correctly Once this is separated...

Страница 22: ...sequence is how to fold it down with the front wheels removed 1 To remove the front wheels simply depress the quick release button in the centre of each wheel and pull the wheel towards you It helps i...

Страница 23: ...Page 23 of 35 2 Fold armrests backwards if applicable 3 Unclasp locks on folding handlebars not applicable to standard non folding handlebars and fold handlebars downwards...

Страница 24: ...e head towards you and out of the clasp When replacing this structure simply reverse the initial movement squeezing the two plastic buttons on either site and inserting it back into the metal clasp Oc...

Страница 25: ...t s simply smoother safer and easier on your K2 and you If this is not possible there are two ways in which to get up a kerb namely forwards or backwards The size of kerb one can easily negotiate depe...

Страница 26: ...the side platesaredesigned tostopyourclothesgetting dirty or trapped not tohold your legs in position If you need to hold your legs use either a strap and or extra padding Seat Liner Pressure Cushions...

Страница 27: ...the bolt holding the rear wheelon Notethepositionsofthetwowashers betweenthewheelbearingsand the castor fork For a reminder see sections 2 7 of Assembly which describes this process in moredetail Fitt...

Страница 28: ...leed outalittleair depress valve for one to two seconds refit and see if things improve For long distance expeditions contact Trekinetic as we can advise further Air Travel Trekinetic recommend that y...

Страница 29: ...rvals Check all nuts and bolts for tightness every 4 weeks and use only metric hexagonal keys in good condition Ensure that keys are inserted fully and do not over tighten see torque settings below An...

Страница 30: ...t or cross shaft threads an amount of Nylon or WD40 type lubricantmay be applied to the threads and into the slots in the tubes immediately under the monocoque seat Rear Castor The rear wheel castor f...

Страница 31: ...ers are welcome to book services in directly with the factory or contact their local dealer who may be able to offer a local service Beach Use Sand and sea water air can easily damage the moving parts...

Страница 32: ...please switch off power before performing checks 1 Wheelchair feels wobbly or pulling to one side Camber bar not fully tightened rotated in direction of either MEAN or LEAN o There is no acceptable mi...

Страница 33: ...ired or see dealer Adjusting the rear grub screw will change the pressure on the spring and can make it harder easier to turn 4 Tyres rubbing or too close to seat Camber bar not fully tightened o Tigh...

Страница 34: ...es will need adjustment from time to time due to wear of the linings We recommend that you let your dealer perform these adjustments for you If you hear a rumbling type noise during braking it is poss...

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