Adjustment/Assembly Instructions; Adjusting The Knee Lever Wheel Lock - Ottobock Avantgarde XXL 2 Gebrauchsanweisung

Adjustment/assembly instructions
• The wheelchairs in this series fully satisfy the minimum technical requirements for wheelchairs
transportable by train. It should be noted, however, that due to the variety of options and set-
tings, not every specific wheelchair may meet all the minimum requirements (for more infor-
mation see section 9.2 > "Threshold values for wheelchairs transportable by train").

6 Adjustment/assembly instructions

INFORMATION
The following tools are required for repair and maintenance:
• Allen wrenches, sizes 4 mm, 5 mm, and 6 mm
• Open-end wrenches, sizes 8 mm, 10 mm, 11 mm, 12 mm, 13 mm, 19 mm, and 24 mm
• Set of screwdrivers
• Torque wrench
• Tyre levers
• Tyre pump
Each wheelchair user has their own ideas regarding the wheelchair type and accessories that
are correct for him/her, as well as the position in the wheelchair and the handling characteris-
tics. Therefore, the Avantgarde wheelchair for active use offers many options that permit the
wheelchair to be adapted according to your requirements. We recommend consulting your spe-
cialist dealer or therapist to determine the correct wheelchair settings for you.
6.1 Adjusting the knee lever wheel lock (Fig. 42)
To change the position of the rear wheels, first loosen the wheel lock attachment screws and
push the wheel lock forward. Then reposition the rear wheels. The knee lever wheel lock should
then be remounted such that the distance between the tyres and brake block is max. 5 mm
when the wheel lock is not activated (Fig. 42; subject to technical changes).
The wheel locks are only effective with sufficient air pressure and proper ad-
CAUTION
justment. The proper air pressure is indicated on the side wall of the tyre, but should
be at least 3.5 bar. To ensure sufficient braking effect, use only original rear wheels
with an approved radial run-out of maximum ±1 mm.
Make sure to firmly retighten all screws and nuts after making adjustments! The torque
INFORMATION
for the attachment screws on the knee lever wheel lock is 10 Nm.
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