Storage - Otto Bock C2000 Service Instructions Manual

3.2 Storage
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If the power wheelchair is not moved for several days, permanent colour changes may occur where
the wheelchair comes into contact with the surface it is standing on. A suitable mat should be used
when parking the wheelchair for extended periods of time.
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Tyres contain chemical substances that can react to other chemical substances (such as cleaning
agents, acids, etc.).
Black tyres contain soot particles. They can leave black traces on the ground. For this reason, Otto
Bock recommends choosing grey tyres when using the power wheelchair mainly indoors.
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Direct sunlight/UV light causes the tyres to age prematurely. As a result, the tread surface hardens
and corner pieces break out of the tread.
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Avoid parking the wheelchair outdoors whenever possible. Regardless of wear and tear, replace the
tyres every 2 years.
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Remove the fuse for shipping or when the power wheelchair is not being used for an extended period
of time.
The power wheelchair must be stored in an enclosed area. Remove the main fuse; otherwise,
there is a risk of deep discharge.
The storage location must be dry and have sufficient air circulation. There must not be any build-
up of humidity. The power wheelchair must not be subjected to any damaging exterior influences,
e.g. rain, snow, or strong solar radiation during storage.
Otto Bock recommends storing the power wheelchair with slightly elevated tyre pressure and
using assembly stands or wooden blocks in order to raise the tyres (completely) off the ground
in order to protect them from frost. Regularly rotating the wheels helps to prevent flat spots.
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