Removing And Mounting The Drive Wheels; Spoke Protector - Otto Bock Start M4 XXL Instructions For Use Manual

Use
CAUTION
Reaching into exposed drive parts
Crushing, pinching due to incorrect handling
► Do not reach between the drive wheel and wheel lock or drive wheel and side panel when driving the product.
► Do not reach into the spokes of the rotating drive wheel while riding in the product.
CAUTION
Defective tyres
Accidents/falling due to poor traction, reduced braking force or lack of manoeuvrability
► Ensure that the tyres have sufficient tread depth.
► Replace the drive wheels in case of tyre damage (tread surface extends up to 5 mm to the edge of the tyre,
cracking) or damage on the rim.
CAUTION
Heat development when braking with handrims
Burns due to insufficient hand protection
► Wear wheelchair gloves when travelling at high speeds.
The wheelchair is moved, steered, braked and stopped with the help of the handrims on the drive wheels.
To make transport easier, drive wheels with quick-release axle can be taken off the wheelchair.

7.9.1 Removing and mounting the drive wheels

CAUTION
Incorrect removal/attachment of the wheels
Tipping, falling due to incorrect installation
► The user is not permitted to sit in the wheelchair during wheel replacement.
► For changing wheels, set the wheelchair onto a solid surface.
► To change the wheels, secure the wheelchair against tipping over or rolling away.
► If the drive wheel does not lock securely or has too much sideways play, contact the qualified personnel
promptly.
1) Release the wheel lock.
2) Grip the area between the spokes near the hub with your fingers.
3) Use your thumb to press in the push-button on the quick-release axle.
4) Remove or mount the drive wheel.
After mounting: The drive wheels must not be removable after releasing the push-button on the quick-release
axle.
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7.9.2 Spoke protector

The spoke protector prevents the fingers from getting caught in the wheel spokes.
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