Vermeiren D100, Инструкция по эксплуатации

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D100
2014-07
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2.5 Operating the brakes
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WARNING:
The brakes are not used to slow down the wheelchair during
movements – Use the brake only to prevent the wheelchair from unintended
movements.
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WARNING:
Good operation of the brakes is influenced by wear and
contamination of the tires (water, oil, mud, …) – Check the condition of the tires
before each use.
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WARNING:
The brakes are adjustable and can wear – Check the operation of the
brakes before each use.
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WARNING:
Risk of clamping - Do not touch the wheelchair frame with your
hands, fingers when applying, releasing the brakes.
To apply the brakes:
1. Push the brake handles forward till you feel a distinctive click.
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CAUTION:
Risk of unintended movement – Make sure the wheelchair is on a
flat horizontal surface before releasing the brakes. Never release both brakes
simultaneously.
To release the brakes:
1. Release one brake by pulling the handle backwards.
2. Hold the hand-rim of the released wheel with your hand.
3. Release the second brake by pulling the handle backwards.
2.6 Mounting or removing of armrests
The armrests of the wheelchair can be mounted by following instructions.
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CAUTION:
Risk of clamping – Keep fingers, buckles and clothes away from the
bottom side of the armrest.
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CAUTION:
Risk of clamping – Be careful that your fingers, hands are not
squeezed between the rear wheels and the side plate of the armrests.
1. Mount the rear tube of the armrest in tube
hood
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2. Make sure the armrest clicks in the locking
mechanism.
3. Fold the armrest forward.