Storage; Preparation For Use; Assembly - Otto Bock VENTUS Instructions For Use Manual

4.3 Storage

The wheelchair must be stored in a dry place. An ambient temperature between -10 °C and +40 °C must be main­
tained.
During extended storage, the knee lever wheel lock on wheelchairs with PU tyres (=tubeless tyres) must be
released since tyre deformation may otherwise result.
Tyres contain chemical substances that can react with other chemical substances (such as cleaning agents, acids,
etc.).

5 Preparation for use

5.1 Assembly

CAUTION
Exposed pinch points
Crushing, pinching due to incorrect handling
► When folding out the backrest, only grip by the specified components.
CAUTION
Failure to verify readiness for use before putting into operation
Tipping, falling due to incorrect adjustment or installation
► Before you start using the wheelchair for the first time, check the chosen wheelchair settings with the support
of authorised personnel.
► After every assembly, check for proper mounting of the rear wheels. The quick-release axles must be securely
locked in the receiver bushings.
► Pay particular attention to the stability against tipping, free running of the rear wheels and correct function of
the wheel locks.
INFORMATION
On the topic of disassembly/transport: see Page 27.
A few simple steps are sufficient for preparing the wheelchair for use:
1) Fold up the backrest (see fig. 2):
→ Pull the backrest cable until the locking mechanism releases the backrest.
→ Fold the backrest rearwards until the locking bolts lock in on both sides.
2) Fold out the folded-in side panels:
→ Fold the side panels outwards by 90° (see fig. 3).
→ Fold the side panels downwards into the guides of the side panel supports (see fig. 4).
3) Attach the rear wheels to the quick-release axle housings:
→ Press in the button on the quick-release axle (see fig. 5).
→ Attach the rear wheel to the quick-release axle housing and release the button on the quick-release axle.
→ The quick-release axles must not be able to be removed after the push-button has been released.
→ INFORMATION: For the "lock-release assist" option, see the section "Rear wheels".
4) If necessary: Fit the seat cushion. The seat cushion is secured against sliding by being pressed on to the
hook-and-loop fastener (see Page 15).
5) If necessary: Fasten the calf strap to the frame tube above the caster attachment device (see Page 14).
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