10. Warranty
Z-Tec wheelchairs are guaranteed for 12 months from the date of purchase, this warranty is not transferable. Should any part of the
wheelchair require repair or full or part replacement, as a result of a manufacturing or material defect within the warranty period, parts
will be supplied free of charge. The guarantee excludes tyres & all items that have been subjected to undue wear & misuse. Under normal
circumstances, no responsibility will be accepted where the wheelchair has not been maintained in accordance with the manufactures
recommendations. This does not affect your statuary rights.
If any other issues arise that are not mentioned in this user manual please write to the address on the front of this manual.
Disposal
—Contact your local authority to dispose of the wheelchair when no longer required.
8. Transportation
1.
To fold the wheelchair, ensure that the footrests are in the forward position and that the plas-
tic footplates are flipped up or completely remove footrests by pressing the footrest release
lever & swing 90
0
outwards and lift off
(photo 9).
2.
Stand to the side of the wheelchair take the front & back centre of the seat upholstery in each
hand and pull the seat in an upward motion. The wheelchair will naturally fold up.
3.
Fold the backrest by “gently” pressing the levers forward, fold arms & backrest down.
This mechanism enables the wheelchair to fit into small spaces such as the boot of a car
(photo 10).
How to adjust the brake cable on the running handbrake:
2.
There are two minor adjustment points by the rear wheel:
a) Bottom of the wheelchair by the back wheel
(photo 7).
Undo the Locking nut
(C)
and screw the adjuster
nut
(D)
up clockwise, till the correct adjustment is achieved, then tighten up the locking nut.
b) Should the cable require more adjustment, undo the grub screw in the brass cable clamp by the rear wheel
(photo 8)
pull the cable though so that the distance between the brake bar and the tyre is 3.5mm - 5mm, tighten
up the grub screw in the brass cable clamp
.
PHOTO 7
PHOTO 8
PHOTO 10
PHOTO 9
C
D
9. Warnings
Do not stand on or put pressure on the footrests when entering or exiting the wheelchair.
Should any defects become apparent on your wheelchair or if the brakes do not respond as well as expected cease using
the wheelchair immediately and return it to your Z-Tec Mobility dealer for inspection. Check the tightness of screw and
bolt connections monthly, if any connection becomes loose, stop using the wheelchair and consult your Z-Tec Mobility
dealer for assistance.
Check the moving parts (e.g. wheels, legrests & folding back) before every use.
Check that the front castor wheels swivel freely. Withdraw from use if they do not work.
Use caution near inflammables or fire and especially when holding lit cigarettes.
Care should be taken when assembling and disassembling the wheelchair. This wheelchair weighs 10.5 Kg (23lbs) and
care should be taken when lifting and moving it.
If it should become necessary to clean the wheelchair then a soft cloth and mild detergent may be used.
It is recommended that you have your wheelchair serviced every 12 months or more frequently if it is in regular use.
If the upholstery becomes worn or damaged, replace it immediately.
Do not carry out unauthorized modifications to the wheelchair always consult your authorized dealer. Only use ap-
proved accessories as specified by Z-Tec mobility.
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