Transport; Folding/Unfolding; Storage - Vermeiren V300 XL Gebrauchsanweisung

2.4

Transport

2.4.1 Transport by vehicle, as luggage
WARNING
 Do NOT use your wheelchair as a seat in a vehicle, see the following symbol.
 Make sure that the wheelchair is attached properly to avoid injury from the
passengers during collision or sudden braking.
 NEVER use the same seatbelt to secure the wheelchair and passenger.
1. Remove footrests, armrests and accessories.
2. Store footrests, armrests and accessories safely.
3. If possible, fold the wheelchair and remove the rear wheels.
4. Place the wheelchair in the luggage compartment.
5. If the luggage and passenger compartments are NOT separated, attach the frame of the
wheelchair securely to the vehicle. You can use the available safety belts in the vehicle.
2.5

Folding/Unfolding

CAUTION
Keep fingers away from moving parts of the wheelchair.
2.5.1 Unfolding the wheelchair
1. Position yourself behind the wheelchair.
2. Use the handgrips to open the wheelchair as much as possible.
3. Position yourself at the front of the wheelchair.
4. Push both seating tubes down till they are fixed in their position.
5. Mount the push bar (see §3.5).
2.5.2 Folding the wheelchair
1. Remove the push bar (see §3.5).
2. Fold the footplates or remove the footrests (see § 3.1).
3. Take the seat on the front side and backside and pull it up.
2.5.3 Mounting the rear wheels
1. Take the rear wheel and push button (1).
2. Keep the button pushed in and mount the rear wheel axle until it
stops.
3. Release the button.
4. Check that the wheel is secured.
2.5.4 Taking off the wheels
1. Make sure the brakes standing in the off position.
2. Take the wheelchair to the side frame where you want to remove
the wheel.
3. Press the button (1) in the center of the wheel hub.
4. Pull the wheel away from the frame.
2.6

Storage

Make sure that your wheelchair is stored in a dry environment to prevent mould from
growing and the upholstery from being damaged, see also chapter 5.
Type designation
Risk of injuries
Risk of injuries
5
EN
V300 XL
2022-07
Before use
NL
1