Parking Brakes - Vermeiren Eclips+ Instruction Manual

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Do the opposite when replacing the armrest, but note that the rear bolt of the armrest (3) is inserted
first before the front bolt (4) is lowered into the armrest socket (2). If the operating lever (1) does not
lock automatically after inserting the armrest, secure it manually.
When positioning an armrest, note that there is a guiding and stopping block behind the back tube
which ensures the lateral stability of the armrests. The supporting belts are located on the rear armrest
tube. When tilted, the armrest cannot really help.
When other armrests are used, the armrest socket can be shifted along the frame tube. Loosen the
fixing screw, adjust the length of the armrest, and retighten as required. The sockets can also be
rotated vertically and fixed on to the opposing frame tube (interchange B02 with B03, and vice versa).
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Before use, make sure that the armrests are securely locked in place.
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Never grasp the wheelchair by the armrests when picking it up for transportation, but only by
solid frame parts (see also the chapter "For your safety".)

PARKING BRAKES

As part of the standard range each driving wheel of your wheelchair is equipped with a parking brake.
They must be adjusted according to the tyres used
Pneumatic tyres
Puncture-free tyres ("PU" solid rubber)
Parking brake / pneumatic tyres
When pneumatic tyres are used, the parking brake can only function when the tyres are sufficiently
inflated (see the Section "Technical details").
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Note that the tyre pressure should always correspond to the values given in the Chapter
"Technical details", otherwise the action of the parking brakes would be reduced or even be
zero.
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Note that the parking brakes are not supposed to be used for braking while driving. Their real
function is to prevent the wheelchair from rolling away when it is parked. If the parking brakes
are activated while travelling, it might cause injury and/or damage.
If the brakes lose their function through wear and tear and/or the covers and hoses have been
damaged, we advise you to consult your specialist dealer who has the tools and the knowledge to
repair / replace them.
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Unsuitable tools or improper handling might cause damage and/or loss of function.
If you want to adjust the parking brakes yourself, loosen the two Allen screws which fix the brake
suspension to the frame tube, by means of a suitable Allen key. Now push the entire braking rail to the
desired position and retighten the two Allen screws. And then check whether the braking action is
correct.
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Brake adjustments undertaken by unauthorised persons are done at your own risk. Then the
manufacturer does not accept any liability.
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Rather let your specialist dealer adjust the parking brakes; he is trained on our products and
will comply with all relevant prescribed safety measures.
Parking brake / Solid rubber tyre
In the case of solid rubber tyres the parking brake can only function if the distance between the brake
pad and the surface of the tyre is such that the wheels cannot move when the brake is engaged. The
brake rails can be adjusted by using suitable tools (see "parking brake / pneumatic tyres"). For
reasons of safety we advise you to let your specialist dealer undertake this job.
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Note that the parking brakes are not supposed to be used for braking while driving. Their real
function is to prevent the wheelchair from rolling away when it is parked. If the parking brakes
are activated while travelling, it might cause injury and/or damage.
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Eclips+/Eclips+30°
11/2008