Delivery ................................Final inspection ..........................Transport to the customer ........................Handing over the product ........................Maintenance and repair ........................... Disposal ................................Disposal Information ..........................Information on Re-use .......................... Legal Information .............................. 10.1 Service Life ............................Start M1 Ottobock | 3...
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Table of contents 10.2 Liability .............................. 10.3 CE Conformity ............................ 10.4 Warranty ............................10.5 Trademarks ............................Appendices ................................ 11.1 Technical data ............................ 11.2 Required Tools ........................... 11.3 Torque values of the screw connections ....................4 | Ottobock Start M1...
2.3 Contraindications Due to its dimensions, this wheelchair type should not be used for small children. 2.4 Qualification The installation and adjustments described below may only be carried out by qualified personnel. Start M1 Ottobock | 5...
► For a small wheelbase and a backrest that is tilted far back, an anti-tipper may need to be installed on both sides, depending upon the user's experience. ► Verify that the anti-tipper has been installed and adjusted properly. Find the appropriate position with the assistance of a helper. 6 | Ottobock Start M1...
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 the wheelchair out or together, only grip by the specified components. Start M1 Ottobock | 7...
► Always replace self-locking nuts with new self-locking nuts after disassembly. Adjustments to match the concrete physical and mental condition of the user should always be made in the user's presence. All parts of the product should be cleaned thoroughly before adjustments are made. 8 | Ottobock Start M1...
The distance between the rear wheel and the side panel can be continuously adjusted. 1) Remove the wheels. 2) Loosen the respective countered hexagon nut on the quick-release axle mounting (see fig. 4, item 1; spanner size: 24 mm). 3) Screw the quick-release axle mounting in or out slightly. 10 | Ottobock Start M1...
3) From the outside, press in the attachment nipples e.g. with a hammer handle until you hear them lock in place on the spokes (see fig. 6). INFORMATION: Screw connections are required for installation in some versions (see fig. 7). Start M1 Ottobock | 11...
► Ensure that the user can operate the wheel lock without great effort. The force required is not permitted to exceed 60 N (~ 6 kg). ► Only use original rear wheels with a verified maximum radial out-of-round of 1 mm. 12 | Ottobock Start M1...
3) Insert the Phillips head screw on each side and tighten to 5 Nm (not illustrated). 6.6.2 Adjusting the Seat Upholstery The seat upholstery usually does not need to be adjusted during the initial fitting. However, the tension can be changed. Start M1 Ottobock | 13...
The required footrest height depends on the lower leg length of the user and the thickness of the seat cushion. Version 1 1) Remove the cotter pin from the footrest (see fig. 16, item 1). 2) Adjust the footrest height (see fig. 16, item 2). 14 | Ottobock Start M1...
The footrest angle setting should be chosen so that the ankle is in a relaxed, comfortable position. "Angle-Adjustable" Footrest 1) Loosen the Allen head screws on the footplate (see fig. 18). 2) Rotate the footplate to the desired angle (see fig. 19). 3) Tighten the Allen head screws to 10 Nm (see fig. 18). Start M1 Ottobock | 15...
4) Insert and tighten the two Allen head screws (see fig. 22; see fig. 23). Height-adjustable side panel The user can perform the adjustment (see the section "Use" > "Instructions for use" in the instructions for use (user)). 16 | Ottobock Start M1...
→ As a minimum, the anti-tipper rollers must project beyond the largest diameter of the rear wheel (see fig. 27). 3) Allow the spring button to engage. 6.10 Installing and adjusting the safety belt The safety belt is screwed to the frame tube, respectively. Start M1 Ottobock | 17...
More information on cleaning, disinfection, maintenance and repair can be found in the instructions for use (user). The service manual contains detailed information on repairs. 9 Disposal 9.1 Disposal Information All components of the product must be disposed of properly in accordance with the respective national environ mental regulations. 18 | Ottobock Start M1...
All brands, trade names or company names may be registered trademarks and are the property of the respective owners. Should trademarks used in this document fail to be explicitly identified as such, this does not justify the conclusion that the denotation in question is free of third-party rights. Start M1 Ottobock | 19...
– cannot be adjusted in the mm range but only in increments of approx. 0.5 cm or 1 cm. ► Note that the values achieved during adjustment may deviate from the values specified below. The deviation can be ±10 mm and ±2°. General information Start M1 Max. load capacity (in kg) Weight [kg] from approx. 14.7...
The following tools are required for adjustments and maintenance work: • Allen wrenches in sizes 3, 4, 5, 6 • Ring and open-ended wrenches in sizes 10, 11, 13, 19 and 24 • Socket wrench size 19 mm • Phillips head screwdriver (size: 2) Start M1 Ottobock | 21...
11.3 Torque values of the screw connections Unless otherwise specified, screw connections are tightened with the following torque values: • Thread diameter M4: 3 Nm • Thread diameter M5: 5 Nm • Thread diameter M6: 10 Nm • Thread diameter M8: 25 Nm 22 | Ottobock Start M1...
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