RAPIDO Instructions Manual
Status: April-03
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Inspect all around on both sides to check whether the tube is pinched between the rim and the thick
part of the tyre. Push the air valve gently in and then pull it out again to ensure a proper fit in the
region of the air valve.
When inflating the wheel first allow just enough air to enter so that the tyre can still be easily pressed
inwards by using both thumbs. The control circle on both sides of the tyre should lie evenly around the
rim at the same distance, then the tyre fits concentrically. If not, let the air out and repeat the
installation. Now the tyre can be inflated to the maximum operational pressure (check this) and
replace the valve cap.
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Take care during the installation that no objects or body parts find their way between the tyre
and the edge of the rim, since it can result in damage and injuries.
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Proper installation can only be guaranteed by shop technicians. Jobs not done by a specialist
are not covered by any warranty claims.
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When inflating the tyres always maintain the correct pressure. This is indicated on the side of
the tyres (also see “Technical details”).
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Use only inflation equipment which conforms to the regulations and give the pressure in bar,
or use the air pump supplied with the wheelchair. No warranty covers damage caused by
using inflation equipment not supplied by the manufacturer.
TYRES REQUIRED
The RAPIDO electric wheelchair is fitted with standard 12 ½ x 2 ¼ driving wheels (air) and 8 x 1 ¾
steering wheels (air). Consult your technical dealer about other wheel combinations that might be
more suitable for your personal requirements.
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Take care that the air pressure of the wheels is always correct, since this affects the driving
properties. The required pressures for the tyres are given in the Chapter “Technical details”. In
addition, you should always check the tyre pressures given on the tyres it self.
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No guarantee covers tyres not supplied by the manufacturer.
TRANSPORTING THE WHEELCHAIR
In addition to indoor use the RAPIDO is extremely suitable for taking along on a journey. A very
special purpose is thus simplicity of transport.
Remove the seat and the backrest unit (see the
sections “The back” and “The seat”).
Remove the battery cases (refer to the Section
“Removal and replacement of batteries”). Then the
wheelchair can be folded up after lifting the seat out,
by pressing the two armrests together
To re-assemble, fold the frame out, push the battery
cases inside, lay down the seat, and replace the
backrest unit and the footrests. The wheelchair can
thus quickly be prepared for driving.
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The wheelchair should only be lifted by grasping solid fixed framework parts.
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Note that scissor-like positions occur when folding the wheelchair. DANGER OF INJURY !!
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To prevent damage, the steering and the armrests should be removed during transport.
