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2.4 Removing the wheels
Usually, both e-fix wheels will remain on your wheelchair at all times. If, for example,
they are removed for transport purposes, this must be done as follows (with the help of
an attendant if necessary):
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If you have not already done so, switch off the control unit (see chapter 5.2.2).
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Ensure that the wheel is engaged (see chapter 2.1).
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If using Alber anti-tippers:
lift up your wheelchair as described in Appendix A of this operating manual and push
down the anti-tippers with your foot.
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If the wheelchair is on the anti-tippers:
press the release mechanism [6] in the centre of the wheel hub (
the coupling ring
[7] must not, under any circumstances, be turned at the same time
) and pull the
e-fix wheel carefully from the wheelchair.
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Once both wheels have been removed you can return the anti-tippers to their original
position, as described in Appendix A of this operating manual.
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Without Alber anti-tippers:
lift your wheelchair by its push handles.
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Press the release mechanism [6] in the centre of the wheel hub (
the coupling ring
[7] must not, under any circumstances, be turned at the same time
) and pull the
e-fix wheel carefully from the wheelchair.
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Proceed in accordance with the instructions provided by the manufacturer of your
anti-tippers.
The coupling ring [7] must not, under any circumstances, be turned
while pressing the release mechanism [6] as this can cause damage
to the wheel. It is then no longer possible to remove the wheel.
The e-fix wheel must be engaged in order to remove it from the
wheelchair.
2.5 Transporting and storing the wheels as vehicle luggage
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The wheels should generally remain on the wheelchair and only be removed if abso-
lutely necessary.
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Before removing the e-fix wheels, the control unit must be switched off.
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When setting the e-fix wheels down or aside, take care of the stub axle [9] and the
torque plug [8] on the rear of the wheel. Neither part should be damaged.
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The wheels should be stored or transported on their front or be upright.
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When transporting the wheelchair, follow the instructions in the operating manual for
the wheelchair. You might need to secure the wheelchair or certain components of it.
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During transport, the e-fix wheels must always be secured to prevent them flying
around in an uncontrolled manner to ensure that they do not pose a risk to passen-
gers in the event of a braking manoeuvre.
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Please check whether there are specific regulations regarding the securing of wheel-
chairs and wheels for transport in your jurisdiction; if so, always adhere to these
regulations.
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Alber GmbH and its representatives accept no liability for any damage resulting from
failure to comply with these instructions.
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If you wish to transport your wheelchair in its entirety without dismantling the
wheels, the wheelchair must be protected in accordance with the guidelines and spe-
cifications of the wheelchair manufacturer.
For information about using the wheelchair as a vehicle seat in com-
bination with the e-fix wheels, see chapter 15
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