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Bischoff & Bischoff
Instruction manual
Revolution
Enjoy mobility.
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Content
zertifiziert
ISO 9001
for you Cert
1| Introductory remark 4
1.1. Signs and symbols
2| Important safety measures 6
2.1. General safety measures
2.2. Brakes
2.3. Anti tipping wheels
2.4. Set of tyres
2.5. Obstacles
2.6. Ascending slopes & downward slopes
2.7. Safety in vehicles
2.8. Using public paths and streets
2.9. Purpose
2.10. Indications
2.11. Contraindication
2.12. Responsibility
2.13. Conformity declaration
3| Product and delivery overview 11
3.1. Delivery check
3.2. Scope of delivery
4| Handling/Use of the wheelchair 13
4.1. Setting up of the wheelchair
4.2. Folding the wheelchair
4.3. Getting on and off the wheelchair
from the side
4.4. Getting on and off the wheelchair
from the front side
4.5. How to surmount stairs and high steps
4.6. Footrests (R1)
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4.7. Legrests with foot plates (R2)
4.8. Armrest (optional)
4.9. Dress guard
4.10. Back rest cover
4.11. Push handle
4.12. Handbrake
4.13. Balance point, seat angle, and seat height
4.14. Front wheel- steering axle
4.15. Wheel camber
4.16. Tipping aid
4.17. Anti tipping rolls optional
4.18. Seat width, seat depth, back height
4.19. Lap belt (optional)
5| Technical Data 28
6| Maintenance instructions for the user 30
6.1. Cleaning
6.2. Wheelchair check by the user
7| Repair instructions and maintenance instruction 32
8| Disposal 33
9| Passing on / transmission of the wheelchair 33
10| Maintenance 33
11| Guarantee 34
12| Guarantee — Certificate 35
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1. Preliminary Remark
Dear user,
You have chosen a quality wheelchair by Bischoff & Bischoff.
We thank you for your trust.
The wheelchair was designed in a way to offer you many
advantages and has considered all your needs. Due to its
various adjustment features the Revolution wheelchair
can be adjusted to body sizes of the users in seat width,
seat height, seat depth or back height.
The Revolution wheelchair can be used by active users
both indoors and outdoors.
Before you start using your new wheelchair for the first
time, make sure you read the operating instructions
carefully. It is a very important part of your wheelchair.
Keep the operating instruction book ready to hand and
when you pass on your wheelchair to someone else give it
to him or her.
Repairs and adjustments require a special technical education and therefore can be carried out only by specialists
which were authorised by Bischoff & Bischoff.
You have chosen a quality wheelchair by Bischoff &
Bischoff. Thank you for your trust.
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1.1 signs & symbols
Attention. This sign is used for very important
parts concerning your safety. Please look at the
operating instructions.
Important! Indicates very useful information
on the respective matter.
2. Important safety
measures
2.1. General safety
measures
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Before you start using your wheelchair please make sure
that all parts are well secured.In order to avoid any falls
and dangerous situations practice using your wheelchair
on flat and clear ground. It is recommended to have a
companion in this case.
The wheelchair must not be misused to transport more
than one person or to carry any loads. Pay attention to
its purpose.Never use the wheelchair under the influence
of alcohol or other drugs which affect your attention or
physical and mental perceptive faculty.
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Please observe that by shifting the balance through body
movements or by loading the wheelchair, the risk of tipping over can be increased.Please observe that the upholstered parts which have directly been in contact with
sunrays are heated and can cause injuries on your skin.
Therefore you should cover these parts or keep your
wheelchair out of the reach of sunrays.
For rides outdoors you should wear leather gloves. They
increase your grip and at the same time protect your
hands from dirt and injuries.
Be careful when setting up your wheelchair and pay attention to your fingers. There is a danger of trapping your finger. Look at the chapter referring to unfolding your
wheelchair.
Depended on the construction the distance between the frame, the seat pipe and the side parts
as well as between the armrest does not fulfil
the security requirements. There is a danger of
trapping your fingers. In order to avoid any accidents do not touch these parts.
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2.2. Brakes
The brakes which work directly on the tyres can be used
just as handbrakes, i. e. they should only be used when
the wheelchair is in standing position and not to lower
its speed.
When braking down on fast rides or on long slopes using
the grab wheels your fingers and palms get hot.
Attention! Danger of burning!
2.3. Anti tipping wheels
(optional)
The anti tipping wheels prevent the wheelchair to tip over.
Please observe that driving with anti tipping wheels on
areas with stairs, hydraulic ramps and ramps is limited.
Make sure there is enough space above, below and on
both sides.
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2.4. Tyres
Always observe that the profile depth of your tyre is satisfactory (> 1 mm). If the profile depth is insufficient, it is
no longer possible to assure safe performance of your
wheelchair.
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2.5. Obstacles
To surmount obstacles (e.g. kerbstones, steps, etc.)
please always use loading ramps.
Avoid driving against obstacles without braking
or bumping down from higher levels.
2.6. Ascending slopes
and downward slopes
Please do always consider that on extreme adjustments
of your drive wheel your wheelchair may tip over backwards at just a slight slope. Use your wheelchair with
extreme adjustments only accompanied by another person. The stability of your wheelchair can be improved by
shifting the drive wheel backwardly (also look at wheelbase extension)
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2.7. Safety in vehicles
We have to point out that wheelchairs can not be used
as a sitting accommodation in any vehicle. The user of a
wheelchair has to take a seat in the vehicle and must not
stay in the wheelchair.
2.8. Using public roads
and streets
The wheelchair was designed to use it indoors and outdoors. When using it in the road traffic you have to obey
to the Road traffic regulations.
2.9. Purpose
The wheelchair was exclusively designed to increase mobility and transport of people who have a walking disability
according to the mentioned indications. The maximum
weight capacity is 125 kg.
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2.10. Indications
Walking disability or distinct walking impairment due to:
• paralysis
• extremity loss
• extremity defect/deformation
• joint stiffness/damage (not on both arms)
• Other diseases
2.11. Contraindications
• It is improper to use the wheelchair if there is
• a perception disorder/ perceptual disturbance
• a disturbance of equilibrium
• extremity loss on both arms
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• joint stiffness/damage on both arms
• sitting incompetence
• reduced or insufficient eyesight
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2.12. Responsibility
We can only ensure safety if the product is used under
the given conditions and for the mentioned purposes.
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Changes, enlargements, repairs and maintenance jobs
can be carried out only by authorised people.
When using the wheelchair you must obey to all the
operating instructions.
2.13. Declaration of
Conformity
The producer Bischoff & Bischoff certifies in its role as
the producer its sole responsibility that the wheelchair
Revolution corresponds to the 93/42 EWG directive.
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3. Product and delivery
overview
3.1. Delivery check
The wheelchair Revolution is delivered in a cardboard and
is ready for use. After unpacking it keep the cardboard if
it is possible. You may need it later for storage or for the
return of the wheelchair.
The delivery and the introduction to the wheelchair are
carried out by qualified and authorised medical companies.
The wheelchair Revolution is delivered adjusted.
Adjustments can be only carried out by authorised people
who follow the assembly instructions.
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seat width/seat depth/ back height 40/38/30 cm
seat height at the front side/back 51/ 48 cm
dress guard assembled/mounted
camber 1 °
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When dispatching the wheelchair by train or carriage it
has to be checked immediately after arrival in the deliveryman’s presence to see whether some damage occurred
during the transport. In the case that there has been some
damage immediately contact our customer service
(Tel: + 49 7248 9209-2).
Check the content for completeness and intactness. If
there are irregularities and damages do not hesitate to
call our customer service (Tel: + 49 7248 9209-2).
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3.2. Scope of delivery
The content consists of the following main components:
preassembled wheelchair see factory setting
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1 footrest seat width 32 to 36 cm
1 footrest seat width 38 to 46 cm
1 seatbelt for seat depths 42 to 46 cm
1 calf belt
1 instruction manual
2 wheel lock
1 pair of push handles
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push handles
wheel lock
foot rest
Fig. 1 Revolution R1
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push handles
wheel lock
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The content consists of the following main components:
preassembled wheelchair see factory setting
2 removable footrest for seat width 36 to 44 cm (assembled), for seat width 46 to 54 cm (attached)
1 calf belt
1 instruction manual
2 elbow lever brake
1 pair of push handles
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foot rest
Fig. 2 Revolution R2
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4. Use of the wheelchair
4.1. Setting up the
wheelchair
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• To unfold your wheelchair after unpacking it, stand
on the side of it.
• Seize the armrest or the seat pipe with one hand
on one side of the wheelchair and tilt it towards
yourself.
• Push with your other hand the cross braces apart
until the seat pipe is completely set in the plastic
holder
• The seat cushion must be completely spread out.
• Use the handbrake on the left and on the right
of the driving wheels.
• Now you can sit on your wheelchair.
• Flap down the foot rest.
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4.2. Folding the
wheelchair
To fold your wheelchair together first elevate the footrest.
• Stand next to the wheelchair.
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• Take hold of the seat cushion at the front and back
and pull it up. In order to load the wheelchair into
your car you can remove the rear wheels gently over
the full floating axle.
Danger of trapping your finger!
Be careful not to grasp the seat pipe
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4.3. Getting on and off
from the wheelchair from
the side
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• Put the wheelchair as close as possible next to
the present or future seating surface/seat.
• If you want to change seats from another wheelchair
or undercarriage, first make sure to use the hand brakes
• Secure the Revolution wheelchair to avoid unwanted
moving by using the brake lever on the left and right
side of your wheelchair.
• The padded armrest should not be assembled for that.
• Swing the footrest upwards.
• Slip at the side to the other seat.
• Make sure you sit as back in your seat as you can.
• Finally swing back the footrest in the initial position.
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4.4. Getting on and off the
wheelchair from the front
First swing the footrest up
Put the Revolution wheelchair as close as possible to the
future sitting accommodation in frontal position.
If you want to change seats from another wheelchair or
undercarriage, first make sure to use the hand brakes.
Now slip by turning your body on the seating surface.
Finally you swing the footrest again in the initial position.
Never climb on the footrest!
Danger of tipping over!
4.5. How to surmount
stairs and steps
If there are high stairs or stairs with more than
3 steps 2 people must help carry the wheelchair.
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• The helpers must only take hold of firmly mounted
frame sections. (see lifting points)
• While ascending the stairs the helper behind the
wheelchair pulls the wheelchair with the push handles
over the stairs
• The helper who is at the bottom takes hold of the front
frame pipes and stabilises the position. As he is doing
so pushes the rear wheels of the wheelchair on the
steps.
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• When descending the stairs the helper who is below
brakes by pressing the wheelchair straight onto the
steps.
• The helper, who is above takes hold of the wheelchair
at the push handles, secures the wheelchair and
holds it in the right position. The wheelchair should
roll step by step down the stairs
The holding points for transportation of the
wheelchair are exclusively the frames and the
push handles. The armrests mustn’t be used for
lifting the wheelchair under no circumstances.
4.6. Footrests (R1)
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• The footrest is 8 times adjustable in 1, 5 cm gradation
to the lower leg length.
• The angle of the footrest is adjustable in 10 gradations
for ± 25 °. ( Follow the assembly instructions)
• When getting on or off the wheelchair the footrest must
be tilt up at the side.
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4.7. Legrests with foot
plates (R2)
Both legrests are supplied with the foot plates attached.
The foot plates on both legrests can be folded upwards.
Attaching legrests
• Hold the legrests on the upper part such that this part
points outwards
• Operate the handle for the quick-release axle and push
the legrests with the guide profile into the hole in the
frame (Fig.13).
• Now the legrest is simply folded forwards and locks
automatically into place.
Before moving off, check for firm attachment of
the legrests!
Removing the legrests
To transport your wheelchair as compact as possible, you
can completely remove the legrests and foot plates
(Fig. 14).
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Fig. 14
• Pull the handle, thus opening the locking device
(Fig. 13).
• Swing the legrest 90° outwards and pull it upwards.
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Swinging away the legrests
To make it as easy as possible to get into and out of your
B+B folding wheelchair, you can easily swing the legrests
outwards or inwards if needed without having to remove
them (Fig. 15).
• Pull the handle. This opens the locking device (Fig. 13).
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• Now you can swing the legrests outwards or inwards.
• If necessary, fold the foot plates upwards first.
To return to the original position, simply swing the legrest
forwards until it locks into place.
When standing up from the wheelchair, under no circum-
stances stand on the foot plates!
Setting the legrest length
The length of the legrests can be adjusted in 4 20 mm
steps up to a total of 80 mm.
• To do so, remove the Allen bolt (4 mm) and set the
legrest as required (Fig. 16).
• Retighten the Allen bolt.
Angle-adjustable foot plates
The angle of the foot plates can be adjusted:
• Unscrew the Allen bolt and adjust the foot plate to the
required position by rotating the toothed ring.
• Retighten the Allen bolt.
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80 mm
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4.8. Armrests (optional)
• The armrests are firmly/tightly fixed
on the dress guard.
• The height of the armrests is carried by adjusting
the dress guard. (Follow the assembly instructions)
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4.9. Dress guard
• The side parts made of aluminium offer the simplest
form of protection against dirt coming from the drive
wheels. They are fixed on the front frame and at the
back.
• The height of the dress guard must be adapted
when changing the seat height.
(Follow the assembly instructions)
4.10. Back rest cover
• A well adjusted back makes relaxed and permanent
sitting easier and also reduces efficiently the danger
of getting pressure marks. Pay attention to enough
sag in the pelvic area.
• First completely remove the upholstery pad of the
back covering. Remove the Velcro® fastener of the
waistbands
• The belts are adjusted one by one starting with
the lowest one.
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• Place the upholstery again on the back covering.
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4.11. Push handles
• The sliding grips can be adjusted in height.
• They have to be put in a comfortable position
for the accompanying person
• After that it may be necessary to adjust the back
height and the back sag.
(Follow the assembly instructions)
4.12. Handbrake
The Revolution wheelchair is equipped with a handbrake
which can be used by the user of the wheelchair. It should
be only used for parking. It is not suitable for braking
during a ride! To brake you use your palms to make a
weak pressure on the grab wheels.
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After you have put the brakes on in this way, you use
both brakes pulling the brake handle forward. The
wheelchair has now been safely stopped.
The brake adjustment should be carried out by
trained experts. However if you have enough
experience you can do the job yourself. But
consider that wrongly adjusted brakes can have
life-threatening consequences.
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• The distance between the pivot bolt and the outer tyre
cover) at maximum open brake mechanism has to be
x=15 mm at the narrowest part.
• To adjust the distance you have to remove the two
hexagon socket screws at the brake mounting (inside)
• Then you pull the brake system along the mounting in
the correct position.
• Finally you have to tighten up again both hexagon
socket screws.
• Make sure that the brake snaps in when you use
the brake lever and that it does not snap back.
4.13. Ballance Point,
seat angle and seat height
The position of the drive wheel is a criterion for an easy,
comfortable and pleasant drive.
• The drive wheels can be adjusted vertically to
the adjustment of the seat height and seat angle.
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• For optimal adjustment of the balance point the drive
wheels can be adjusted in horizontal position.
• Using the wheelbase extension the stability against
tipping over backwards is increased.
(Follow the assembly instructions)
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When the full floating axle is assembled in the lowest
position (picture 22) you can achieve a horizontal seating
surface with a frontal slope.
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If the full floating axle is assembled in the highest position
(picture 23) you achieve a strong backward seating surface.
In this position the balance point is shifted backwards
because of the sloping seat and as a result of this the
wheelchair can more easily tip over. Use the anti-tip over
rolls!
4.14. Front wheel
steering axe
Having adjusted the rear wheel position you should check
the correctness of the steering wheel position and if
necessary you should readjust it.
• If possible the steering axle should stand vertically
to the floor.
• This is thee way directional stability and safe driveability
can be achieved.(Follow the assembly instructions)
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Picture 24: Steering wheel adaptor at positive seat angle
Picture 25: Steering wheel adaptor at negative seat angle
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4.15. Camber
Through a negative camber the stability of the wheelchair
is increased especially when driving in bends.
The drive wheels can be adjusted to a negative camber.
(Follow the assembly instructions)
Picture 26: Camber 0°
Picture 27: Camber 4°
4.16. Tipping aid (optional)
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Thanks to the tipping aid the accompanying person can tip
your wheelchair much easier to for example cross over a
step. To do it you have to press down a lever with your
foot. You keep your balance by holding the push handles
The tipping aid can be fastened on the frame on the right
or left side .(Follow the assembly instructions)
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4.17. Anti tipping rolls
(optional)
The anti tipping rolls prevent that your wheelchair tips
over. The wheel must have a distance/space of 3- 5 cm
from the floor. The anti tipping rolls are especially recommendable for wheelchair drivers without any practice or
for those wheelchair drivers who have amputated a leg.
The anti tipping rolls go in pairs and are fastened left and
right on the frame. (Follow the assembly instructions)
Attention! The Anti tipping rolls must not be
used as tipping aids.
4.18. Seat width, seat
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depth and back height
The adjustments of seat width, seat depth and
back height should be carried out by trained
experts. However if you are experienced
enough, you can do the job yourself.
(Follow the assembly instructions)
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4.19. Seatbelt (optional)
A seatbeltt can be ordered optionally and secures users
who do not have enough hold/support in the wheelchair.
•The Revolution wheelchair can be equipped with
a safety belt at the back pipe
• The belt is opened and closed with a fastening clip
• You can adjust the belt length with the moveable
belt clip on the belt.
5. Technical data
Measures / Dimensions and Weight
Maximum load (kg): 125
Seat width R1 (cm): 32/34/36/38/40*
42/44/46
Seat width R2 (cm): 36/38/40*/42/44/46/48
50/52/54
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Seat depth R1 (cm): 36/38*/40/42/44/46
Seat depth R2 (cm): 38*/40/42/44
Frontal seat height (cm): 50-56 (gradation 1 cm)
Rear seat height (cm): 42-52 (gradation 2 cm)
Seat angle (°): -3 (forward) + 17 (backwards)
Total width: seat width + 19 cm
Total length (cm): 93/83 (with /without Footrest)
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Total height (cm): 82 up to 97 (gradation 2,5 cm)
Backrest height (cm): 30 up to 45 (gradation 2,5 cm)
Lower leg length (cm): 45 up to 55,5 (gradation 1,5 cm)
Backrest angle (°): 5 (without adjustments)
Foot rest angle (°): ± 25 (10 levels)
Knee angle (°): 115
Camber (°): 0/1*/3/4
Armrest height (cm): 17 to 25
Armrest length (cm): 34
Unloaded weight (kg): 14, 0
Frame weight (kg): 10, 5
Dimensions (L/W/H) cm: 93/31/82 (in folded state )
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Drive wheels (inch): 24 x 1 (750 k Pa)
Steering wheels (cm): Ø 140 x 140
(puncture-proofe tyres)
* corresponds to the factory
adjustments.ng
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6. Maintenance
instructions for the user
6.1. Cleaning
• The frames of the wheelchair can be cleaned with
a damp/moist cloth. If there is more 6dirt you can
use a mild cleanser/detergent.
• The wheels can be cleaned with a damp brush made
of synthetic bristles (do not use wire brushes)
• The seat and back upholstery can be washed in the
washing machine at 40 °C. Use mild washing powder.
For disinfection add a usual disinfectant to the rinse
cycle which will kill all bacteria and germs at the
washing temperature of 40 °C.
Do not use any pressure washers
or steam cleaners.
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6.2. Wheelchair check
by the user
Before you use your wheelchair to have a ride check
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• the intactness of the wheels. You should regularly check
the profile depth of your wheels once a month. The pro
file should be at least 1 cm. Faulty or worn out wheels
must be changed.
• the functional efficiency of the handbrake. When you
pull your brake the wheelchair should be not movable.
When the brakes are released then you should be able
to move your wheelchair easily without any noise and
directional stability. If you notice any unusual braking
performance, inform at once your speciality retailer and
withdraw the wheelchair from circulation.
• the intactness and cleanliness of the seat and back
covering. If it is dirty you can clean it according to the
cleaning instructions. If it is damaged, get in touch with
your speciality retailer.
• the folding mechanism and all moveable parts on free
movement and silent functioning. Squeaking sounds are
a sign of partial damage and should be taken care of by
the speciality retailer.
• the intactness of all screw joints/fitting/coupling
and rivet connections.
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7. Repair and maintenace
instructions
It is recommended that the Revolution wheelchair is subjected to a performance test by the speciality retailer at
least once a year. If there are malfunctions or defects, the
wheelchair must be taken to the medical supply store or
the speciality retailer to be overhauled and repaired. You
can find a partner in your neighbourhood if you call our
customer service: Tel.: + 49 7248 9209-2.
On request the speciality retailer will have the
necessary information and documents at his
disposal.
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8. Disposal
If you decide not to use your Revolution wheelchair any longer and want it to be disposed,
get in touch with your speciality retailer. If you
want to deal with this matter on your own,
inform yourself at resident waste management
enterprises to find out the disposal rules of
your place of residence.
9. Passing on the
wheelchair
When passing on the wheelchair please do
not forget to hand over to the new user all
the necessary technical documents which are
important for a safe usage. The wheelchair
must be checked and according to the
maintenance plan has to be flawless.
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10. Maintenace
A maintenance plan can be provided
by our customer service.
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11. Guarantee
Guarantee items refer to all defects of the product which
can demonstrably be referred to material defect or manufacturing defect. If there are complaints you have to hand
in a completely filled in certificate of guarantee. For our
mobility wheelchair Revolution we offer a guarantee of 5
years for frame parts. We offer a 2 year guarantee for all
the other parts.
Non-observance of the operating instructions as
well as improper carried out maintenance jobs
and technical changes, adaptations without the
permission of the Bischoff & Bischoff company
lead to guarantee loss and product liability in
general.
If you have any questions our B & B customer service is
ready to answer them. Tel.: + 49 7248 9209-2
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Guarantee-Certificate
Vehicle:
Model description:
Model number:
Serial number:*
(Has to be inscribed by the retailer)
Dealer:
Date and Seal
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*Information sign can be found on the side frames.
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Bischoff & Bischoff GmbH
Becker-Goering-Strasse 13 • D-76307 Karlsbad
Tel.: +49 72 48/92 09-2 • Fax: +49 72 48/92 09-3
www.bischoff-bischoff.com
international@bischoff-bischoff.com
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