Maintenance And Care; Maintenance; Cleaning - Invacare Delta User Manual

4 Maintenance and care

4.1 Maintenance

Maintenance should be done at least once a year.
To ensure good performance and safety you should regularly check
that the following is carried out:
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Ensure that screws and adjustments are properly tightened.
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Never use a defective walking aid. Do not attempt repairs
yourself!
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If hand grips are loose do not use the walking aid. Change hand
grips according to the service instructions which can be obtained
from your Invacare representative.
•
Verify brake operation. If brake adjustment is required, see
chapter 3 Usage, page 7 in this user manual.
•
Periodically inspect the castors tightness, wear and damage.
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Make sure that the wheels are free of hair, lint and other debris.

4.2 Cleaning

The product can be cleaned and disinfected using commercially
available agents.
IMPORTANT
– Cleaning must be done at least once a year.
– Do not use an abrasive detergent cleaner.
– Do not use a steam cleaner.
– Never use acids, alkalies or solvents.
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The product can be washed in a washing machine or by hand.
•
The washing and drying temperature may not be higher than
60º C.
1542458-C
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High-pressure cleaner or ordinary jet of water may be used.
However, do not aim the jet towards bearings, draining holes or
labels.
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Clean with damp cloth and mild detergent.
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Clean the wheels with a brush (no wire brush!).
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After washing, wipe the product dry.
Disinfection
Disinfect the product by wiping down all generally accessible surfaces
with disinfectant.
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