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1. cek schall designed for life c k schall 33 Active vvheelchair e C This product complies vvith Directive 93 42 EEC concerning medical devices K schall AG Switzerland Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this publication are fully up to date at the time of going to print As part of its ongoing improvement of products K schall AG re serves the right to modify existing models at any time K schall dealers will be notified of any such modifications Any use of this publication or of parts thereof as well as any reproduction of images must have the written consent of K schall AG k schall is a registered trademark ccktischall R 33 Contents 1 General 1 1 Information about the User Manual 1 2 Symbols 1 3 Guarantee 1 4 Service life 1 5 Copyright protection 2 Safety 2 1 Safety information 2 2 Correct use 2 3 Safety devices 3 Technical data 3 1 Dimensions and weight 3 2 Environmental conditions 3 3 Tyre pressure 3 4 Identification label 4 Components and their function 4 1 Overview 4 2 Parking brakes 4 3 Backrest cover 4 4 Push handles 4 5 Sides 4 6 Antitipper 4 7 Seat cushion 4 8 Accessories O OO JJ rd O OY UT un Un u 5 Set up 6 Using the wheelchair 6 1 Safety information 6 2 Braking during use 6 3 Getting in and out of the wheelchair 6 4 Driving and steering the vvheelchair 6 5 Negotiating steps and kerbs 6 6 Going up and dow2. a test for flammability c k schall R 33 ccktischall R 33 Technical data 3 Technical data 3 1 Dimensions and weight 5 m Seat width SB 340 440 mm Seat depth ST 375 450mm CH Seat height front SHv 490 510 mm Seat height rear SHh 400 490 mm Backrest angle RW 74 90 Total width GB 565 665 mm Lovver leg length UL 390 480mm Backrest height RH 270 480 mm Total length GL 760 830 mm GB SB 190 mm 3 wheel camber Weight 9 5 kg Maximum user weight 100 kg depending on SW UL rear wheel and position of footrest standard configuration varies 10 Technical data 3 2 Environmental conditions Do not expose the wheelchair to temperatures below 20 C or above 40 C 3 3 Tyre pressure The ideal pressure depends on the tyre type Tyre Max pressure Low resistance tyre 700 kPa 101 psi Treaded tyre marathon 750 kPa 108 psi Slick tyres speed run 1000 kPa 145 psi Mountain bike tyre 400 kPa c k schall R 33 3 4 Identification label The identification label is attached to the frame of your wheelchair and gives the following information 89899080 K schall AG o Bn lt k schall SWITZERLAND www kuschall com K SCHALLR 33 58 40cm G 6 01 10 2009 Read User Manual k 100kg 01234567890 7 Wu LTD CE 1 A Active wheelchair tipping
3. avoided Tips and recommendations 9 Gives useful tips recommendations and information il for efficient trouble free use 1 3 Guarantee General conditions K schall AG guarantees that their wheelchairs are free from defects and are fully functional The guarantee covers all faults and defects which are verifiably attributable to faulty construction substandard materials or poor workmanship Guarantee claims against K schall AG may only be made by the distributor and not by the wheelchair user Limitation of liability The guarantee does not cover normal wear and tear the consequences of improper handling or damage poor maintenance and incorrect assembly or commissioning by the purchaser or a third person or faults which are attributable to circumstances beyond our control The General guarantee is voided if modifications are made to the wheelchair which were not authorised and not performed by the specialist dealer or if inappropriate spare parts are used The K schall AG warranty does not cover consequential costs arising from the rectification of defects such as freight and travel expenses labour costs fees etc Term of the guarantee The term of the guarantee is 24 months The frame is guaranteed for 5 years Wearing parts are not covered by the guarantee 1 4 Service life We estimate that the K schall wheelchair has a service life span of five years It is difficult to state the exact length of the service
4. backwards possible Manufacturer s address Product description Date of manufacture Instruction to read the User Manual Maximum user weight Instruction that this wheelchair is not designed for passenger transport in vehicles Serial number Warning that this is an active wheelchair and can tip backwards ceK schall R 33 Components and their function 4 Components and their function 4 1 Overview Frame Seat Axle tube Rear wheel with handrim Backrest Footrest Frontwheel Parking brake Clothes guard 00 Short description The K schall R 33 is a rigid frame wheelchair with folding backrest o The equipment of your wheelchair may differ from the diagram as each wheelchair is manufactured individually to the specifications in the order 11 12 Components and their function 4 2 Parking brakes The parking brakes are used to immobilise the wheelchair when it is stationary to prevent it from rolling away WARNING Risk of overturning if you brake sharply If you apply the parking brakes while you are moving the direction of movement can become uncontrollable and the wheelchair may stop suddenly which can lead to a collision or to you falling out Never apply the parking brakes while you are moving N WARNING Risk of overturning The parking brakes will not operate correctly unless there is sufficient air in the tyres gt Section 3 Tyre pressure
5. removable axle button and make sure that the wheel is secure c k schall R 33 8 Maintenance 8 1 Maintenance schedule To ensure safe and reliable operation carry out the following checks and maintenance regularly or have it carried out by another person Annually Check the tyre pressure S Weekly Check that rear wheels are seated correctly Visual check Clean the front wheels Check bolts Check spokes Check parking brakes Have wheelchair checked by the specialist dealer Maintenance Check the tyre pressure El Check the tyre pressure gt Pressure table in Section 3 Technical data Il Inflate the tyres to the required pressure Check the tyre tread at the same time Il if necessary change the tyres Check that rear wheels are seated correctly Eli Pull on the rear wheel to check that the removable axle is seated correctly The wheel should not come off If the rear wheels are not engaged properly remove any dirt or deposits If the problem persists have the removable axles re fitted by a specialist dealer Visual check Ii Examine your wheelchair for loose parts cracks or other defects El if you find anything have your wheelchair checked immediately by a specialist dealer Clean the front wheels E Check that the front wheels turn freely Remove any dirt or hair from the front wheel bearings Check the bolts Bolts can work loose thr
6. that are higher than 25 cm CAUTION An activated antitipper prevents the wheelchair from tipping backwards Deactivate the antitipper before going up or down steps or kerbs 21 22 Using the wheelchair With an assistant Going down a step Ii Move the wheelchair right up to the kerb and hold the handrims HE The assistant should hold both push handles place one foot on the tipper aid if installed and tilt the wheelchair backwards so that the front wheels lift off the ground The assistant should then hold the wheelchair in this position push it carefully down the step and then tilt it forwards until the front wheels are back on the ground c k schall R 33 Going up a step Eli Move the wheelchair backwards until the rear wheels touch the kerb E The assistant should tilt the wheelchair using both push handles so that the front wheels lift off the ground then pull the rear wheels over the kerb until the front wheels can be placed back on the ground Without an assistant WARNING Risk of tipping When going down a step without an assistant you could tip over backwards if you cannot control your wheelchair First learn how to go down a step with an assistant Learn how to balance on the rear wheels gt Section 6 Driving and steering the wheelchair ccktischall R 33 A Going down a step Move the wheelchair right to the kerb lift the front wheels and keep t
7. 33 Reaching backwards WARNING Risk of falling out N f you lean too far backvvards you could tip your vvheelchair over Do not lean out over the backrest Use an antitipper device E Point the front wheels forwards To do this move your wheelchair forwards slightly then back again Do not apply the parking brakes E When reaching backwards do not reach so far that you have to change your sitting position ck schall R 33 7 Transport 7 1 Safety information A WARNING Risk of injury if wheelchair is not secured during transport Your wheelchair is not designed for passenger transport in vehicles You could suffer serious injury in an accident During transport sit in a correctly secured seat not in the wheelchair IMPORTANT Excessive wear and abrasion could affect the strength of load bearing parts Do not pull your wheelchair across abrasive surfaces without the wheels fitted e g pulling the frame over tarmac 7 2 Folding and unfolding the wheelchair The wheelchair has a rigid frame Nevertheless the backrest can be folded forwards and fixed there Folding the wheelchair Remove the seat cushion if present E Fold the clothes guard if present inwards against the backrest on both sides Transport Pull the cord on the back of the wheelchair and fold the backrest forward until it engages El The wheelchair can now be lifted using the backrest brace Unfol
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9. c k schall R 33 Standard brake E To apply the brake push the brake lever forwards as far as possible To release the brake pull the brake lever backwards Performance brake To apply the brake push the brake lever forwards as far as possible E To release the brake pull the brake lever backwards ccktischall R 33 Active brake To apply the brake pull the brake lever forwards beside or between your knees as far as possible To release the brake push the brake lever backwards beside or between your knees 4 3 Backrest cover You can adjust the tension of the backrest cover as required Components and their function Adjusting the backrest cover HE Remove the backrest cushion E Loosen the Velcro tapes on the rear of the backrest cover by simply pulling on them E Tighten or loosen the tapes as required then reattach them IMPORTANT If the bands are set very loose the tipping point of your wheelchair is changed for the worse 13 Components and their function 4 4 Push handles IMPORTANT Always check the push handles before using the wheelchair as to whether the hand grips are secure cannot be turned and cannot be pulled off Foldable push handles optional Foldable push handles are used when the push handles are only required occasionally To fold down the push handles hold the wheelchair with one hand Grip the push handle with the other a
10. ding the wheelchair Eli Pull the cord on the backrest of the wheelchair El Pull the backrest backwards using the backrest brace until the backrest tube engages on both sides of the frame E Fold the clothes guard back into position on both sides IMPORTANT When unfolding the wheelchair do not pull the backrest brace without previously releasing the backrest using the cord 27 28 Transport IMPORTANT Check that the backrest is completely engaged on the frame before you use the wheelchair again 7 3 Removing and fitting the rear wheels If the removable axle of a rear wheel is not fully engaged the wheel can become loose during use This can lead to overturning Always ensure that the removable axles are fully engaged whenever you fit a wheel N WARNING Risk of overturning c k schall R 33 Removing the rear wheels Release the brakes With one hand hold the wheelchair upright With the other hold the wheel through the external spoke rim around the wheel hub Using your thumb press the removable axle button Keep it pressed and pull the wheel out of the adapter sleeve Fitting the rear wheels Release the brakes With one hand hold the wheelchair upright With the other hold the wheel through the external spoke rim around the wheel hub Using your thumb press the removable axle button and hold it down Push the axle into the adapter sleeve up to the stop Release the
11. e handrim with your hands PS Hold the handrims and press evenly with both hands until the wheelchair stops WARNING Risk of overturning if you brake sharply If you apply the parking brakes while you are moving the direction of movement can become uncontrollable and the wheelchair may stop suddenly which can lead to a collision or to you falling out Never apply the parking brakes while you are moving CAUTION If you brake for a long time a lot of frictional heat is produced at the handrims especially MaxGrepp and Supergripp You could burn your hands Wear suitable gloves 19 Using the wheelchair 6 3 Getting in and out of the wheelchair WARNING Risk of overturning N There is a high risk of overturning during the transfer Only get in and out vvithout assistance if you are physically able to do so WARNING Risk of overturning N The vvheelchair could tip forvvards if you stand on the footrest Never stand on the footrest when getting in and out CAUTION N f you release or damage the brakes the vvheelchair could roll avvay out of control Do not support yourself on the brakes vvhen getting in and out IMPORTANT The mudguards and armrests could become damaged Never sit on the mudguards or armrests when getting in and out E Apply the parking brakes 20 c K schall R 33 Fold the footrests up or swing them to the side depending on design El Place your fee
12. he wheelchair balanced El Now slowly roll both rear wheels over the kerb While doing this hold the handrims firmly with both hands until the front wheels are back on the ground Using the wheelchair 6 6 Going up and down stairs WARNING Risk of overturning When negotiating stairs you could lose your balance and overturn your wheelchair Always use 2 assistants when negotiating stairs with more than one step E You can go up and down stairs by taking them one step at a time as described above The first assistant should stand behind the wheelchair holding the push handles The second assistant should hold a solid part of the front frame to steady the wheelchair from the front 23 24 Using the wheelchair 6 7 Negotiating ramps and slopes control When negotiating slopes or gradients your wheelchair could tip backwards forwards or sideways Always have an assistant behind the wheelchair when approaching long slopes Avoid lateral slopes Avoid slopes of more than 7 Avoid jerking when changing direction on a slope A WARNING Risk due to wheelchair being out of CAUTION Your wheelchair could run away even on slightly sloping ground if you do not control it using the handrims Use the parking brakes if your wheelchair is stationary on sloping ground c k schall R 33 Going up slopes To go up aslope you must create some momentum keep up the momentum and control the directio
13. in use the luggage carrier can be folded up IMPORTANT Only use the luggage carrier for the intended purpose WARNING Risk of tipping Weight on the carrier changes the tipping behaviour of the wheelchair The wheelchair can tip forwards more easily when the luggage carrier is loaded Components and their function 17 18 Set up A 5 Set up CAUTION Before using the wheelchair check its general condition and its main functions See Section 8 Maintenance Your specialist dealer will supply your wheelchair ready for use Your dealer will explain the main functions and ensure that the wheelchair meets your needs and requirements ccktischall R 33 ccktischall R 33 6 Using the wheelchair 6 1 Safety information A CAUTIONI Risk of crushing There may be a very small gap betvveen the rear wheel and the mudguard with the risk that you could trap your fingers Ensure that you always propel your wheelchair using the handrims only CAUTION Risk of crushing There may be a very small gap between the rear wheel and the parking brake with the risk that you could trap your fingers Ensure that you always propel your wheelchair using the handrims only WARNING Risk of accidents Uneven tyre pressure can have a huge effect on handling Check the tyre pressure before each journey Using the wheelchair 6 2 Braking during use Whilst you are moving you brake by transferring force to th
14. lchair from tipping backwards Activating the antitipper E Slide the Antitipper onto the bracket and fix it with the quickpin CAUTION Risk of tipping An activated antitipper can catch when negotiating a step or an edge Always deactivate the antitipper before driving over a step or kerb Deactivating the antitipper E Unplug the quickpin and remove the Antitipper 15 Components and their function 4 7 Seat cushion A suitable cushion is needed to provide an even pressure distribution on the seat 4 8 Accessories Postural belt Your wheelchair can be fitted with a postural belt The postural belt prevents you from sliding forward in your wheelchair Fitting a safety belt IMPORTANT Safety belts must be fitted by a specialist dealer Opening the safety belt Push in the PRESS button and pull the catch out of the buckle The safety belt opens ccklischall R 33 Closing the safety belt E Push the catch into the buckle HE Tighten the belt until you are held securely in the wheelchair Air pump The air pump is fitted with a universal valve connection Ii Remove the dust cap from the valve connection Ii Push the valve connection onto the open valve on the wheel and pump the wheel up Passive illumination You can attach reflectors to the rear wheels ccktischall R 33 Luggage carrier Your wheelchair can be fitted with a luggage carrier When not
15. life of our products and the length stated is an estimated average life span based on normal use The life span may be considerably longer if the wheelchair is used to a limited extent and if it is used vvith care maintained and handled properly The life span may be shorter if the wheelchair is subjected to extreme use c k schall R 33 1 5 Copyright protection This User Manual is protected by copyright t may not be reprinted or copied or transferred to third parties in part or in full without the prior written consent of the manufacturer ccktischall R 33 2 Safety This section contains important safety information for the protection of the wheelchair user and assistant and for safe trouble free use of the wheelchair 2 1 Safety information WARNING Risk due to driving style being unsuitable for the conditions There is a risk of skidding on wet ground gravel or uneven terrain Always adjust your speed and driving style to the conditions weather surface individual ability etc WARNING Risk of injury In a collision you could sustain injury to parts of your body that extend beyond the wheelchair e g feet or hands Avoid an unbraked collision Never drive into an object head on Drive carefully through narrow passages control At high speed you could lose control of your wheelchair and overturn Never exceed a speed of 7 km h N WARNING Risk due to wheelchair being out of Safet
16. n at the same time El Bend your upper body forwards and propel the wheelchair with quick powerful strokes on both handrims ccktischall R 33 Going down slopes When going down slopes it is important to control your direction and particularly your speed E Lean back and carefully allow the handrims to run through your hands You should be able to stop the wheelchair at any time by gripping the handrims A CAUTIONI If you brake for a long time a lot of frictional heat is produced at the handrims especially MaxGrepp and Supergripp You could burn your hands Wear suitable gloves Using the wheelchair 6 8 Stability and balance when seated Some everyday activities and actions require you to lean forwards sideways or backwards out of the wheelchair This has a major effect on the wheelchair s stability To keep your balance at all times proceed as follows Leaning forwards WARNING Risk of falling out N If you lean forwards out of the wheelchair you could fall out of it Never bend too far forwards and do not shift forwards in your seat to reach an object Do not bend forwards between your knees to pick up something off the floor 25 Using the wheelchair E Point the front wheels forwards To do this move your wheelchair forwards slightly then back again EI Apply both parking brakes PS When leaning forwards your upper body must remain over the front wheels 26 c k schall R
17. n stairs 6 7 Negotiating ramps and slopes 6 8 Stability and balance when seated 7 Transport 7 1 Safety information 7 2 Folding and unfolding the wheelchair 7 3 Removing and fitting the rear wheels 8 Maintenance 8 1 Maintenance schedule 8 2 Cleaning 8 3 Disinfection 9 Troubleshooting 9 1 Identifying and repairing faults 10 After use 10 1 Re use 10 2 Disposal Contents 18 19 19 19 20 20 21 23 24 25 27 27 27 28 29 29 31 31 32 33 34 34 34 c K schall R 33 ccktischall R 33 1 General 1 1 Information about the User Manual Thank you for choosing a K schall wheelchair This User Manual contains important information about using the wheelchair In order to ensure safety when using your wheelchair read the User Manual carefully and follow the safety information The equipment of your wheelchair may differ from the descriptions and diagrams given here due to the wide range of models available 1 2 Symbols Warnings In this User Manual warnings are indicated by symbols The warning symbols are accompanied by a heading that indicates the severity of the danger WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in serious injury or death if it is not avoided General CAUTION N ndicates a hazardous situation that could result in minor or slight injury if it is not avoided IMPORTANT ndicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to property if it is not
18. nd using your thumb activate the release that is concealed under the plastic 1 Ii Atthe same time pull the push handle backwards 2 and fold it dovvn 3 14 c K schall R 33 El To fold the push handles up bring the push handle into the horizontal position until it engages IMPORTANT Make sure that the push handle does actually engage so that it does not accidentally fold down while pushing the wheelchair 4 5 Sides Side rest infinitely height adjustable Removing E Pull the side rest by the arm cushion out of the holder To adjust how easy or difficult it is to pull the side rest out of the holder change the degree to which the screws are tightened c k schall R 33 Fitting E Push the side rest into the holder Adjusting the height E Loosen the screw of the retaining plate E Move the armrest upwards or downwards until you reach the desired height Ii Tighten the screw P Perform the setting on both sides Mudguard In order to prevent dirt from the wheels spraying upwards a removable mudguard can be fitted The position of the mudguard can be adjusted The adjustment must be carried out by the specialist dealer Clothes guard A clothes guard can be fitted to protect your clothes Before folding the back of the wheelchair the clothes guard must first be folded inwards against the backrest Components and their function 4 6 Antitipper An antitipper prevents the whee
19. ough constant use 29 30 Maintenance PS Check that the bolts are tight on the front wheel supporter footrest seat cover sides adapter plate backrest E Tighten any loose bolts IMPORTANT Safety nuts and bolts lose their effectiveness as a result of repeated loosening and tightening Safety nuts and bolts should be replaced by a specialist dealer Check the spoke tension The spokes should not be loose or distorted E Loose spokes should be tightened by a specialist dealer E Broken spokes should be replaced by a specialist dealer Check the parking brakes PS Check that the parking brakes are positioned correctly The brake is set correctly if the brake shoe depresses the tyre by a few millimetres when the brake is applied E if you find that the setting is not correct have the brakes correctly set by a specialist dealer IMPORTANT The parking brakes must be reset after replacing the rear wheels or changing their position c k schall R 33 Repairing or changing an inner tube E Remove the rear wheel and release any air from the inner tube Il Lift one tyre wall away from the rim using a bicycle tyre lever Do not use sharp objects such as a screwdriver which could damage the inner tube E Pull the inner tube out of the tyre E Repair the inner tube using a bicycle repair kit or if necessary replace the tube E Inflate the tube slightly until it becomes round E Insert the valve into the val
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21. rear tyres Correct the tyre pressure 4Section 3 Technical data Brake setting incorrect Correct the brake setting specialist dealer Rolling resistance is very high Tyre pressure in rear tyres is too low Correct tyre pressure Section 3 Technical data Rear wheels not parallel Ensure the rear wheels are parallel specialist dealer The front wheels wobble when moving fast Too little tension in front wheel bearing block Tighten the nut on the bearing block axle slightly gt specialist dealer Front wheel has worn smooth Change front wheel gt specialist dealer The front wheel is stiff or stuck Bearings are dirty or faulty Clean or replace the bearings specialist dealer 33 34 After use 10 After use 10 1 Re use The wheelchair is suitable for re use The following actions should be taken E Cleaning and disinfection according to Section 8 Cleaning in this manual E inspection according to Chapter 8 Maintenance schedule in this manual The wheelchair should be adapted for the new user in accordance with the service documentation available from the K schall distributor for your country end of this document 10 2 Disposal Be environmentally avvare and dispose of your vvheelchair properly Disposal is subject to national and local regulations For correct disposal contact your specialist dealer or ask your town or district c
22. t of currently Jl approved disinfectants at http www rki de Maintenance 31 32 Troubleshooting 9 Troubleshooting Faults may arise as a result of daily use adjustments or changing demands on the wheelchair The table below shows how to identify and repair faults CAUTION N Contact your specialist dealer immediately if you notice a fault with your wheelchair e g a significant change in handling IMPORTANT Some of the actions listed must be carried out by an authorised specialist dealer These are indicated We recommend that all adjustments are carried out by a specialist dealer ccktischall R 33 ck schall R 33 9 1 Identifying and repairing faults The wheelchair does not travel in a straight line Possible cause Incorrect tyre pressure on one rear wheel Troubleshooting Action Correct tyre pressure Section 3 Technical data One or more spokes broken Replace faulty spoke s specialist dealer Spokes tightened unevenly Tighten loose spokes gt specialist dealer Front wheel bearings are dirty or damaged Clean or replace the bearings specialist dealer The wheelchair tips backwards too easily Rear wheels are mounted too far forwards Mount the rear wheels further back specialist dealer Back angle too large Reduce the backrest angle specialist dealer The brakes are gripping poorly or asymmetrically Incorrect tyre pressure in one or both
23. t on the ground El Hold the wheelchair and if necessary also hold a fixed object in the vicinity 6 4 Driving and steering the wheelchair You drive and steer the wheelchair using the handrims Before driving without an assistant you must find your vvheelchair s tipping point WARNING Risk of tipping The wheelchair can tip backwards if it is not fitted with an antitipper When finding the tipping point an assistant must stand immediately behind the wheelchair to catch it if it tips over To prevent tipping install an antitipper device WARNING Risk of tipping The wheelchair can tip forwards When setting up your wheelchair test its behaviour in terms of tipping forward and adjust your driving style accordingly ccktischall R 33 CAUTION N A heavy load hanging on the backrest can affect the vvheelchair s centre of gravity Change your driving style accordingly Finding the tipping point P Release the brake El Roll forwards a short distance grasp both handrims firmly and pull backvvards vvith a slight kick E The shift in weight and steering in opposite directions vvith the handrims vvill enable you to identify the tipping point Using the wheelchair 6 5 Negotiating steps and kerbs A A WARNING Risk of overturning When negotiating steps you could lose your balance and tip the wheelchair over Always approach steps and kerbs slowly and carefully Do not go up or down steps
24. ve hole on the rim and place the tube inside the tyre the tube should lie right round the tyre with no creases ES Lift the tyre wall over the edge of the rim Start close to the valve and use a bicycle tyre lever When doing this check all the way round to ensure that the inner tube is not trapped between the tyre and the rim E inflate the tyre to the maximum operating pressure Check that no air is escaping from the tyre Spare parts All spare parts may be obtained from a K schall l specialist dealer A current list of spare parts is available on the internet at www kueschall com ccktischall R 33 8 2 Cleaning Your wheelchair will serve you well for many years if you clean it regularly IMPORTANT Sand and seawater can damage the bearings and steel parts can rust if the surface is damaged Only expose the wheelchair to sand and seawater for short periods and clean it after every trip to the beach Clean the cushions and metal parts with a soft damp cloth Dry the wheelchair carefully with a cloth after using it in the rain or in the shower EB If the wheelchair is dirty wipe off the dirt as soon as possible with a damp cloth and dry it carefully IMPORTANT Do not use coarse abrasives aggressive cleaning products or high pressure cleaners 8 3 Disinfection The wheelchair may be disinfected by spraying or wiping with tested approved disinfectants g The Robert Koch Institute has a lis
25. y Avoid collisions in general CAUTION Risk of burning N The wheelchair components can heat up when exposed to strong sunlight CAUTION Risk of getting fingers caught There is always a risk of getting e g fingers or arms caught in the moving parts of the wheelchair Make sure when activating the folding or insertion mechanisms of moving parts such as the removable axle of the rear wheel folding backrest or antitipper that nothing becomes caught 2 2 Correct use The wheelchair is propelled manually and should only be used for independent or assisted transport of a disabled person with mobility difficulties When used without an assistant it should only be used by persons who are physically able to use the wheelchair safely e g to propel themselves steer brake The wheelchair should only be used on level ground and accessible terrain as well as indoors WARNING Any other or incorrect use of the wheelchair could lead to hazardous situations Safety 2 3 Safety devices WARNING Risk of accidents Safety devices that are incorrectly set or no longer working brakes antitipper can cause accidents Always check that the safety devices are working before you use the wheelchair and have them checked regularly by the specialist dealer The functions of the safety devices are described in Section 4 Components and their function The wheelchair has been tested in accordance with EN 12183 It includes
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