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XI. MAINTENANCE
A.NOTES
1.Proper maintenance will improve performance and extend the useful life of your chair.
2.Clean your chair regularly. This will help you find loose or worn parts and will make your chair easier to use.
3.To protect your investment, have all major service and repair work done by your supplier.
1.Your chair needs regular maintenance for peak performance and to avoid injury from chair failure, damage or premature wear.
2.Inspect and maintain this chair strictly per the “Maintenance Chart”.
3.If you detect a problem, make sure to service or repair the chair before use.
4.At least once a year, have a complete safety check and service of your chair performed by a supplier.
B.CLEANING
1.Plastic Shroud Cover:
•Clean the plastic finish with mild soapy water monthly.
2.Motors:
•Clean around motor area weekly with a slightly damp (not wet) cloth.
•Wipe off or blow away any fluff, dust, or dirt on or around the motors.
•Note: You do not need to grease or oil the chair.
3.Upholstery:
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NOTE– Washing the fabric may decrease fire retardant properties.
C.STORAGE TIPS
1.Store your chair in a clean, dry area. If you fail to do so, parts may rust or corrode.
2.Before using your chair, make sure it is in proper working order. Inspect and service all items on the “Maintenance Chart”.
3.If you store this chair for more than three months, have it inspected by a supplier before use.
D.PNEUMATIC TIRES (IF APPLICABLE)
1.Do not use this chair if any of the tires show signs of damage.
2.A damaged insert may cause the chair to veer to one side and result in loss of control.
Check for signs of wear on your tires weekly.
XI. MAINTENANCE
E. TO REPAIR OR REPLACE A TIRE
Drive Wheels:
a.Elevate and securely support chair so that wheel is off the ground.
b.Remove hub cap.
c.Remove lock bolt.
d.Replace wheel. (Make sure washers and shaft key are in the same location.)
e.Install lock bolt.
f.Install hub cap.
F. MOTOR BRUSHES
Check the motor brushes every four (4) months for wear. The brushes should be clean and shiny. Replace worn or blackened brushes.
G. ORDERING PARTS
When you order parts, provide the following:
1.Model of chair
2.Serial number of chair
3.Left hand or right hand control
4.Part number, description and quantity of parts you need.
5.State reason for replacement.
H.MAINTENANCE CHART
You should check the items on this chart at the indicated intervals. If any of the items are loose, worn, bent or distorted, immediately have them checked and/or repaired by your authorized Sunrise supplier. Frequent maintenance and servicing will improve performance and extend wheelchair life, and help prevent injuries.
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