Brakes - Unicare Health ANSA Relax Instruction & Safety Manual

Brakes

Wheel locks
The wheelchair is equipped with two wheel locks. The wheel locks are
applied directly against the tyres. To engage, press both wheel lock
levers forward against the stops (Fig. 10.1). To release the wheel, pull
the levers backwards.
Braking power will decrease with:
• Worn tyre tread
• Tyre pressure that is too low
• Wet wheels
• Improperly adjusted wheel locks
The wheel locks have not been designed to be used as brakes. When moving, do not operate the wheel
locks. Always use the handrims for braking.
Make sure that the gap between the wheel locks and the tyres complies with the given specifi cations
(Fig. 10.2). To readjust, loosen screw (1) and set the appropriate gap. Tighten screw again (see the page
on torque).
CAUTION!
After each adjustment of the rear wheels, check the brake setting and if necessary, readjust.
Drum brakes
Drum brakes permit safe and convenient braking for an attendant. They
can also be applied with the aid of a locking lever (1). The locking lever
must snap audibly into place. Performance of the drum brakes is not
dependant on the air pressure inside the tyres. The wheelchair cannot
be pushed when the drum brakes are set.
CAUTION!
Drum brakes should only be adjusted by Unicare Health.
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