Tendercare Snappi Interface, Snappi Wheelbase Workshop Manual

Snappi Wheelbase & Interface Workshop Manual

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Snappi ®

W

HEELBASE

A

ND INTERFACE

W

ORKSHOP

M

ANUAL

IMPORTANT

Please read these instructions carefully

Before attempting to maintain the Wheelbase or Interface

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Fig 0.1 Wheelbase

(size 1 shown)

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Fig 0.2 Wheelbase Folded

(size 1 shown)

Fig 0.3 Seat Interface

(size 1 shown)

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Fig 0.4 Frame With Interface Fitted

(size 1 shown)

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CONTENTS

Item

Description

Page

1 Your Snappi Wheelbase and Interface Workshop Manual 6-7

2 Transit Packaging 8

3 Tools & Torque Settings 9

4 Preparing for use and operation 9

4.1 Unfolding the frame 9

4.2 Brakes 9

4.3 Tilt In Space 10

4.4 Working with the interface 10

5 Fitting Special Seat 10-11

6 Final Checks 12

7 Maintenance 12

7.1 Routine maintenance 12

7.2 Six monthly maintenance 12-13

8 Repairs 13

8.1 Rear wheels 14

8.2 Castor assembly 14-15

8.3 Brake assembly 15-16

8.4 Gas strut 17

8.4.1 18-19

8.4.2 20-21

8.4.3 22

8.5 The Interface 23-24

8.6 24-25

9 Cleaning 25

10 Parts Lists 25

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1: Your Snappi Wheelbase / Interface Workshop Manual

The purpose of this manual is to help you get the best from your wheelbase &
interface. It does this by telling you how to complete those maintenance and
repair tasks that can be carried out by a competent person. The manual also
tells you when you should contact the manufacturer who is:

Tendercare Ltd.

PO BOX 3091, Littlehampton, BN16 2WF

Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Web: www.tendercareltd.com

IMPORTANT:

This manual must be read and used in conjunction with the user manual.

The Wheelbase is made of a strong and lightweight aluminium alloy,
minimising weight and providing a very rugged frame. The wheelbase
provides a tilt in space facility and has 2 fixed rear wheels and 2 castor
wheels at the front for easy steering. The wheelbase comes in two sizes with
corresponding interfaces to suit a range of different seats.

The Interface provides a very lightweight, easy to operate, quick release
system that can be fitted to a wide range of special seating system. Please
note the interface requires additional framework to fit to a seat, and has been
designed to take 19mm (3/4”) aluminium or mild steel tube.

The interface can be quickly fitted and released from the wheelbase, which
can be folded for transport. The Snappi has been successfully impact tested
as a wheelbase and interface, with the Modular and Snug seating systems.
When fitting 3rd party seating systems to the Snappi, the manufacturer of the
system must carry out a risk assessment before use.

These instructions apply to all sizes.
Interfacing Options:

Seat / Interface

Version

Maximum Weight

(Kg)

Maximum Seat Width (mm)

Size 1 50 350
Size 2 50 415

IMPORTANT:

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Maximum width; maximum space available for seating systems being fitted into
frame.

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Maximum weight includes the seat unit, occupant and all accessories.

Frame Weight:
Size 1: 10kg
Size 2: 11kg

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Dimensions (mm)

Snappi Wheelbase Open

Size 1 Size 2
A 944 960
B 571 684
C 992 998

Dimensions (mm)

Snappi Wheelbase Folded

Size 1 Size 2
D 771 798
E 571 684
F 573 560

All sizes and weights are given as a guide. Tendercare ltd reserves the right
to amend specifications at any time as part of their product development
programme.

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2: Transit Packaging

The wheelbase and interface are delivered together in a cardboard carton.
This measures 680mm wide x 480mm deep x 1030mm high and weighs
approximately 15Kg.

WARNING:

The transit carton is quite bulky so moving and unpacking must be done
with care. Observe all lifting and handling regulations.

Stand the carton upright making sure it is supported and cannot fall over.
Open the carton and remove any packages or packing materials, which could
obstruct the removal of the wheelbase. Remove the wheelbase.

The carton should contain the following items:

Item

Component QTY. Yes No

1

Size 1 or 2 Wheelbase (if ordered)

1

2

Size 1 or 2 Interface (if ordered)

1

3 User Manual 1

IMPORTANT:

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The interface will be supplied fitted to the frame. These can easily be separated
by releasing the interface catch once the frame has been removed from its
packaging. Please refer to section 4.4 of the user manual for more information
on working with the interface.

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If any items are damaged or missing, then please contact Tendercare,
preferably by email at [e-mail] or alternatively please call us on
[phone] within 36 hours of delivery.

After unpacking and checking that you have all the components and that they
are in good condition dispose of the packaging at your local recycling centre.
Alternatively retain and reuse.