The ambient temperature must be maintained between -10 °C and +40 °C during transportation and storage.
During extended storage, the knee lever wheel lock on wheelchairs with PU tyres must be released since tyre
deformation may otherwise result.
INFORMATION
Tyres contain chemical substances that can react with other chemical substances (such as cleaning agents,
acids, etc.).
5 Preparation for Use
5.1 Tools required
The following tools are required to make fine adjustments/settings:
• hex keys in sizes 3 – 5 mm
• ring and open-ended wrenches in sizes 10, 19 and 24
• socket wrenches in sizes 10 and 19
• Phillips-style screwdriver, size 2
• flat screwdriver, size 3
• torque wrench (measurement range 5 – 50 Nm)
5.2 Assembly
CAUTION
Exposed pinch points
Risk of crushing or pinching the fingers
► When folding the wheelchair out or together, only grip by the specified components.
CAUTION
Incorrect fitting of the rear wheels
Risk of falling or tipping due to wheels coming loose
► After every assembly, check the proper mounting of the rear wheels. The wheel axles must be securely locked
in the fitting.
INFORMATION
For details of weights of the individual parts, see chapter "Technical Data".
1) Push the rear wheels into the fitting. It must not be possible to pull off the wheel shafts when the button is
released.
2) Loosen the safety strap.
3) Fold the wheelchair open.
4) Fold the footrest(s) down. When using a single-panel footrest, be sure the support of the footplate is locked
into the receiver.
5) Place the cushion onto the seat.
8 | Ottobock
Preparation for Use
Avantgarde CV/CS/CLT