Maintenance; Maintenance Intervals - Otto Bock C1000 SF Instructions For Use Manual

Maintenance and repair
CAUTION
Uncontrolled driving behaviour, unexpected sounds or odours
Falling, tipping, collision with persons or nearby objects due to defects
► If any faults, defects or other hazards that can lead to personal injury are detected, the product must be taken
out of service immediately. This includes uncontrolled movements as well as sounds that are unexpected or
previously not noted or odours that deviate significantly from the state of the product at the time of delivery.
► Please contact your authorised dealer.

7.2 Maintenance

The function of the product should be checked before each use.
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• The product should not be used if defects are noted. This applies in particular in case of instability of the
product or altered driving characteristics as well as problems with the user's seating position or the stability of
the seat. Inform the qualified personnel promptly for the rectification of defects.
• This also applies if loose, worn, bent or damaged components, cracks in the frame or broken frame compon­
ents are identified.
• Some maintenance tasks and smaller repairs can be carried out to a certain extent by the user at home. Further
information is found in the sections "Maintenance intervals" (see Page 58) and "Repair" (see Page 59).
• Failure to maintain the product can lead to serious or life-threatening injury to the user of the product.
• Service and repairs may only be carried out by authorised, qualified personnel or the manufacturer. This will
ensure that only Ottobock spare parts are used for repairs.

7.2.1 Maintenance intervals

The functions described below must be checked by the user or an attendant at the specified intervals:
Component Activity
Drive wheels Check that wheel mounts are securely fastened
Check that wheels rotate freely and without axial runout
Check directional stability of the power wheelchair
Caster wheels Check the steering play of the caster wheels
Check that wheels rotate freely and without axial runout
Check that the mounting nuts are tight
Seat attachment Check that mounting screws are fastened properly
Check that seat lock is positioned securely
Leg support Check ratchet mechanism for functionality and firm fit
Check foot support for damage
Padding / belts Ensure padding is in perfect condition
Check the attachment straps for wear
Check belt buckle for functionality
Tyres Check air pressure (see tyre sidewall)
Check for sufficient tread depth (min. 1 mm/0.04")
Check for damage
Batteries Check battery charge level
Lights Check for external damage
Verify functionality
Electronics Check that the control device is functioning properly
(inform qualified personnel of any error messages on
the control panel)
Check that the battery charger is functioning properly
(inform qualified personnel of any LED error messages)
Check plug connections
Brake When brake is disengaged: check whether the indicator
on the control panel is flashing
When brake is engaged: check braking function by try­
ing to push the chair
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