Preparation For Use; Safety Instructions - Otto Bock B500 Classic User Instructions

► Remove the fuse if the wheelchair is not used for more
than 3 days.
INFORMATION
To remove the fuse, see section "Repair" > "Replacing a
defective fuse".
Please observe the following if the power wheelchair is not
used for more than 3 days:
Storage conditions
• Maintain an ambient temperature between -40 °C and
+65 °C and a relative humidity between 45 % and 85 %.
• Store the power wheelchair in a dry, enclosed room with
sufficient air circulation and protection from external
influences.
• Protect the wheels against ground frost, e.g., by reliev­
ing them completely through assembly blocks or
wooden boards.
• Fill the wheels with slight overpressure and rotate them
at regular weekly intervals to prevent flat tyres from
extended standing.
Note regarding the tyres
• If the power wheelchair is not moved for several days,
permanent colour changes may occur where the wheel­
chair comes into contact with the surface it is standing
on. Therefore a suitable underlay should be used if the
product is parked for extended periods of time.
B500 classic/advanced
• Tyres contain chemical substances that can react with
other chemical substances (such as cleaning agents,
acids, etc.).
• Black tyres contain soot particles. They may leave black
marks where they come into contact with the ground.
Therefore the manufacturer recommends grey tyres if
the wheelchair is primarily used indoors.
• Avoid unnecessary parking outdoors. Direct exposure to
sunlight/UV radiation causes the tyres to age more
quickly. As a result, the tread surface hardens and
corner pieces break out of the tread.
The tyres must be changed when the tread is less than 1
•
mm to ensure safe driving behaviour.
The tyres should be replaced every 2 years regardless
•
of wear and tear.

5 Preparation for Use

5.1 Safety Instructions

WARNING
Improper modification of the settings
Risk of tipping, falling, improper user posture
► Do not modify the settings established by the qualified
personnel.
► In case of problems with the settings (control panel
problems etc.), please contact the qualified personnel
who fitted your product.
Preparation for Use
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