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VELA Tango
300 & 300EL
VELA Tango 300
VELA Tango 300El
USER MANUAL EN
MODEL:
Manual no. 105463
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0. INTRODUCTION 3
1.1. SAFETY 4
1.1.1. Use 4
1.1.2. Transport 4
1.2. WARRANTY 4
1.3. UNPACKING THE CHAIR 5
1.4. CARE & MAINTENANCE 5
1.4.1. Wheels 5
1.4.2. Frame 5
1.4.3. Upholstery 5
1.5. RECYCLING 5
1.6. USER MANUAL 6
1.6.1. Height adjustment (VELA Tango El) 6
1.6.2. Fixed height (VELA Tango) 6
1.6.3. Height adjustment (VELA Tango El) 6
1.6.4. Adjustment of seat depth 6
1.6.5. Adjusting the backrest angle 7
1.6.6. Adjusting the back height 7
1.6.7. Adjusting the armrest height 7
1.6.8. Adjusting the armrest width 7
1.6.9. Brake 8
1.6.10. Charging (VELA Tango El) 8
1.6.11. Strolling bracket (optional) 8
1.6.12. Handheld control (optional) 8
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DEAR CUSTOMER,
We would like to thank you for choosing VELA Tango.
We are certain that you will enjoy using this chair every
day. This user manual contains useful information
regarding settings, operation and maintenance of your
VELA Tango.
Important
Please read this user manual carefully and save it for
later use. It should always be available to the user
and accompany the chair. The user manual is also
available on VELA’s website: www.vela.eu, where you
can also find other relevant information about VELA
Tango.
If you have questions, please contact your VELA
dealer.
VELA reserves the right to make changes.
VELA
Gøteborgvej 8-12
DK 9200 Aalborg
Denmark
www.vela.eu
1.0. INTRODUCTION
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1.1. SAFETY
This chair is CE marked and complies with all current EU regulations.
The chair is manufactured by:
VELA, Gøteborgvej 8-12,
9200 Aalborg SV, Denmark.
VELA Tango ELectric complies with
all EMC requirements according to
IEC 60601-1-2.
1.1.1. USE
VELA Tango is designed for indoor
use by seated persons.
:: The chair is not built for standing
on.
:: To ensure the safe transfer of a
person to and from the chair, the
brake must be activated.
VELA Tango 300EL and VELA Tango
300 with fixed height are approved
for users weighing up to 200 kg.
VELA Tango 300 with gas spring has
been tested and approved for users
weighing up to 175 kg.
Note: People using a harness
in VELA Tango must always be
supervised while the harness is in
use.
1.1.2. TRANSPORT
When transporting the chair in a
car or aircraft or by other means of
transport, always use the brake. The
chair is not approved as a passenger
seat during transport and should not
be used as such.
Please observe the following
transport specifications:
Temperature: - 40°C to + 70°C
Humidity: 15-95%
Air pressure: PPP up to 1000 metres
above sea level
1.2. WARRANTY
VELA provides a warranty in accordance with the Danish Sale of Goods
Act. The warranty applies only when
using original spare parts and accessories and when any adjustments
are made by authorised service
technicians.
VELA assumes no responsibility for
damage to the product or the user
that occurs due to:
:: Transport
:: Misuse
:: Normal wear and tear
:: Incorrect use
:: Use of parts other than original
spare parts and accessories
:: Adjustments carried out by unau-
thorised service technicians
GENERAL
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1.3. UNPACKING THE CHAIR
VELA Tango is delivered in environmentally friendly cardboard packaging.
If there are missing parts or the chair
has been damaged during transport,
please contact VELA immediately. In
such cases, do not try to repair any
damages or use the chair.
The box in which the chair was
delivered should contain:
:: VELA Tango chair
:: User Manual for the chair
1.4. CARE & MAINTENANCE
We recommend an annual inspection of VELA Tango to identify any
defective or worn parts. The user
should regularly retighten all removable parts.
1.4.1. WHEELS
It is advisable to periodically inspect
the wheels and remove any flu, dirt
etc.
1.4.2. FRAME
Clean with lukewarm water. If necessary, add a pH-neutral soap.
1.4.3. UPHOLSTERY
Fabric: Clean with furniture cleaner
or a cloth lightly dampened with
water.
Leatherette: Clean with water or
mild soap.
Medical textiles: Clean as described
above. However, disinfectant and
alcohol-based cleaning can also be
used.
Leather: Clean with a vacuum
cleaner with a soft brush. Do not
use detergent.
1.5. RECYCLING
Several of the chair’s materials are
recyclable. Please return the chair
to VELA or to your local recycling
centre.
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1.6.2. FIXED HEIGHT (VELA TANGO)
VELA Tango 300 is available with fixed height. It is not possible
to adjust the seat height of this chair.
1.6.3. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (VELA TANGO)
Adjusted by pulling up the front handle on the right-hand side.
1.6.1. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (VELA TANGO EL)
Can be operated by pressing on the switch that is located on
the side of the right or left armrest.
Note: VELA Tango El is also available with height adjustment via
handheld control (see item 1.6.12.).
1.6.4. ADJUSTMENT OF SEAT DEPTH
The seat depth is adjusted by loosening the 2 Unbrako bolts
under the seat (next to the backrest arm), after which you will
be able to push the backrest back and forth. Remember to
tighten the Unbrako bolts securely again after adjusting the
seat depth.
1.6. USER MANUAL
The gas spring and the electric lifting mechanism
should only be replaced by a VELA technician or a
person trained in this field.
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1.6.6. SETTING THE BACK HEIGHT
The back height is adjusted by loosening the 4 Unbrako bolts
that are placed behind the backrest arm. Once they are loose,
the height of the back can be adjusted. Remember to tighten
the Unbrako bolts securely again.
1.6.7. ADJUSTING THE ARMREST HEIGHT
Adjust by loosening both screws under the armrest bar and
adjusting the height of the armrest. Remember to tighten the
screws securely again.
1.6.8. ADJUSTING THE ARMREST WIDTH
Adjust by loosening both screws under the seat. Remember to
tighten the screws securely again.
Note: The armrests may only be adjusted up until the red ’stop’
mark.
1.6.5. ADJUSTING THE BACKREST ANGLE
The backrest is angled by loosening the small screw on the
back bolt, after which the backrest can be adjusted to the
desired angle. Remember to tighten the bolt securely once the
correct angle has been achieved.
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1.6.12. HANDHELD CONTROL (OPTIONAL)
The handheld control is used to adjust the height of the chair
via push buttons on the front.
1.6.11. STROLLING BRACKET (OPTIONAL)
Strolling bracket for transporting a person in the chair. The
strolling bracket is fitted to the top back clamp.
1.6.10. CHARGING (VELA TANGO EL)
Daily charging is recommended. The chair is charged by
plugging the charger into the switch placed behind the chair
under the seat on the right side. An LED will light yellow when
the chair is charging and green when the chair is fully charged.
If the chair is in critical need of charging, a high-pitched noise
will sound. The chair must be charged as soon as possible.
Note: The chair should not be used during charging.
1.6.9. BRAKE
The brake on the VELA Tango is activated by moving the handle
on the side of the chair forward. Unlock the chair by moving the
handle back into the upright position.
Note: Available with the brake mounted on the right or left side.
701.374 © Vermund Larsen A/S
VELA :: Gøteborgvej 8-12 :: 9200 Aalborg SV :: Denmark :: Tel: +45 9634 7600 :: mail@vela.dk vela.eu
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