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CONVAID USER’S GUIDE
Important Information
Maintenance, Operating & Safety Instructions
• READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT
• ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• SAVE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
• For increased safety, the seat belt should be used at all times.
• Do not leave user unattended.
• Do not strap user too tight.
• Straps should not interfere with breathing or circulation.
• Always apply wheel locks before letting go of the chair.
• If front edge of seat is at or forward of the point where tires touch the oor,
avoid using front of seat tubes for support during entry or exit from chair to
prevent tipping.
• Avoid using footplates for weight support during exit or entry of the chair.
Waste Disposal
The shipping carton should be kept for possible return to the manufacturer/service facility for repair
or maintenance. Other paper packaging waste should be set aside for recycling. For disposition of
replaced parts or the complete chair, the materials should be separated into: plastic, rubber, steel,
aluminum, etc., and set aside for recycling
Chair Maintenance
The following maintenance procedures should be conducted on a regular basis: Examine your Convaid
product visually from time to time for possible wear and tear. Lubricant should be applied to frame and
moving parts to maintain easy folding and adjustment.
a) Tire Air Pressure: The air pressure in your tires should be checked WEEKLY, since low air
pressure may affect brake ability.
b) Axles and Moving Parts: Axles and moving parts should be wiped off WEEKLY with a slightly
moist cloth, to remove dust, dirt and mud. Apply some lubricant after each cleaning.
c) Repair or replace loose, worn, bent, missing or damaged parts before using the chair!
d) Flat Tire: In the event of a at tire, please contact customer service or your local dealer for
specic repairing instructions.
* Use a non-toxic, hypoallergenic dry lubricant for all moving parts of the frame..
CAUTION :
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