Vela Tango User Manual

VELA Tango 300 1-2011/USA
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1.6. TECHNICAL DATA
1.6.1. STABILITY AND BALANCE
The VELA Tango is designed as an everyday chair at home. It is intended for
sedentary work and not as a wheelchair. All movement in the VELA Tango have an
impact on the placement of the centre of gravity.
To increase the safety, we recommend:
• Maximum user weight is 386-440 lbs., (depending on the variant); however the
activity level is a significant factor. A person with very forceful movements using
the chair should contact a sales consultant from VELA/VELA Distributor before
purchase
• Do not stand on the chair
• Do not stand on the footring. It is only intended for getting on and off
• The chair is not intended as a wheelchair
• During transportation, the chair should always be locked
1.6.2. RECYCLING
Some of the chair’s material can be recycled. Deliver the chair to VELA’s distributor or
your local recycling installation.
VELA Tango 300 VELA Tango 300E
Sitting height
Gas spring: 17.3 - 23.2 inches
Fixed height: Minimum 16,5
inches. Fixed sitting height is
16.5 - 22.4 inches
Sitting height, alternative - 19,3-27,1 inches
Seat size 22.8 x 18.8 inches 22.8 x 18.8 inches
Back, possible to be tailored 14.9 x 16.9 inches 14.9 x 16.9 inches
Armrest 2.7 x 13.7 inches 2.7 x 13.7 inches
Armrest height 0-9,4 inches
0-13,4 inches
0-9,4 inches
0-13,4 inches
Frame, alternative size 22.8 x 22.8 inches 22.8 x 22.8 inches
Weight of chair 70 lbs 94 lbs
Max. load Gas: 386 lbs.
Fixed height: 440 lbs.
440 lbs

Vela Tango Specifications

General

Brand	Vela
Model	Tango
Category	Mobility Aid
Language	English

Summary

Technical Data

Stability and Balance

Explains the chair's design for sedentary work and impact on the center of gravity, recommending safety measures.

Recycling

Information on recycling chair materials and where to deliver the chair for recycling.

Introduction

General Introduction

Thanks the customer for purchasing the VELA Tango and provides information on the user manual's scope.

Safety

Safety Compliance and Precautions

Details the chair's CE mark compliance and regulations, advising on CE-mark removal.

Warranty and Repair

Warranty Terms

Outlines VELA's warranty policy, exclusions, and customer responsibilities for claims.

Repair Procedures

Instructions for reporting faults, using only original parts, and contacting dealers for repairs.

Chair Handling and Maintenance

Unpacking the Chair

Guidance on unpacking, checking for damage, and contacting VELA immediately if issues are found.

Maintenance Recommendations

Advises annual servicing, regular checking of screws, and specific care for gasspring, wheels, and upholstery.

VELA Tango 300 User Manual Details

Sitting Height Adjustment

Details gas and electric adjustment methods for sitting height, including usage limits.

Seat Depth Adjustment

Explains how to adjust the seat depth by loosening screws and moving the backrest.

Backrest Adjustment

Covers adjusting backrest tilt angle and height using screws.

Brake Operation

Describes how to activate and deactivate the central brake using the handbrake lever.

General Usage Guidelines

Transportation Safety

Recommends locking the chair during transport and specifies temperature and humidity limits.

Stability and Balance

Emphasizes chair's design for quiet, seated work and advises on user weight and movement.

Recycling

Guides users to deliver the chair to VELA or a local recycling center for material recycling.