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Tyre pressure
The tyres must always be well inflated to ensure that the wheelchair brakes and rolls properly.
Use your fingers to remove the plastic cap which covers the inflation valve on the rim of the rear wheels.
Use a compressor or pump equipped with a pressure gauge to bring the pressure up to the correct level. Screw the plastic cap back on.
Check for correct tyre pressure on a weekly basis as indicated on the tyre (an intermediate value between min. and max. is recommended).
Proper tyre pressure makes the wheelchair considerably smoother and more controllable to manoeuvre.
Inadequate tyre pressure (especially if lower than prescribed) degrades the effectiveness of the parking brakes (the wheelchair may not remain stationary).
Do not exceed the pressure indicated on the tyre because you may damage the tyre and the inner tube.
Always respect what indicated on the tyre.
The front castors may also be of the "pneumatic" type; in this case, follow the same instructions.
Solid tyres do not require any inflation. This type of tyre requires less maintenance and reduces puncture repair or replacement costs. Compared to tubed or tubular tyres, they are not as smooth
during normal use and absorb less vibration when rolling on uneven ground.
Exelle Vario Classic
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