Use In A Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle; Care; Cleaning; Disinfection - Otto Bock Ventus Instructions For Use Manual

Maintenance/Repair

6.5 Use in a wheelchair accessible vehicle

WARNING
Unallowable use in a wheelchair accessible vehicle
Risk of serious injury when using the product as a seat
► The product has not been approved by the manufacturer for use as a seat in a wheelchair accessible vehicle.
► Always use the seats installed in the wheelchair accessible vehicle with the corresponding vehicle restraint
systems.
The product may not be used as a seat in a wheelchair accessible vehicle.

6.6 Care

6.6.1 Cleaning

1) Clean the padding and upholstery with warm water and a mild detergent.
2) Remove any spots with a sponge or a soft brush.
3) Rinse with clear water and let the components dry.
Important information on cleaning
• Do not use any aggressive cleaners, solvents or hard brushes etc.
• Clean plastic parts, frame parts and the chassis and wheels with a mild cleaner and a damp cloth. Dry thor­
oughly afterwards.
• Do not immerse in water. Components are not machine-washable.

6.6.2 Disinfection

► Wipe all parts of the wheelchair with a disinfectant.
Important information about disinfecting
• Only use water-based disinfectants. Observe the instructions for use provided by the manufacturer.
• Thoroughly clean the pads and handles before disinfecting.
7 Maintenance/Repair

7.1 Maintenance

The product bears the CE marking. The manufacturer hereby guarantees that this medical device as a whole con­
forms to the requirements of the European Directive for Medical Devices 93/42/EEC.
• The function of the product should be checked before each use.
• If defects are found, especially instability of the product or altered driving characteristics as well as problems
with the user's seating position or the stability of the seat, the product should not be used. The specialist deal­
er must be contacted promptly in order to correct these defects.
• This also applies if loose, worn, bent or damaged components are identified.
• Some maintenance tasks can be carried out to a certain extent by the user at home (see the section "Mainten­
ance Tasks").
• The manufacturer also recommends regular maintenance every 12 months by an authorised dealer.
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