Vela Tango 500, Tango 500EL, Tango 510, Tango 510EL User Manual

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VELA Tango
VELA Tango 500 VELA Tango 500El
VELA Tango 510ElVELA Tango 510
500/500EL/510/510EL
VERSION:
USER MANUAL EN
Manual no. 105234
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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. SETTINGS 6
1.6.1. Attaching the backrest 6
1.6.2. Height adjustment (VELA Tango El) 6
1.6.3. Height adjustment (VELA Tango) 6
1.6.4. Setting angle of seat 7
1.6.5. Setting angle of backrest 7
1.6.6. Adjusting lumbar support (ALB back) 7
1.6.7. Setting the back height 7
1.6.8. Back bolt (High back) 8
1.6.9. Adjusting the armrest height 8
1.6.10. Adjusting the armrest width 8
1.6.11. Fold-down armrest 8
1.6.12. Rotation 9
1.6.13. Brake 9
1.6.14. Charging (VELA Tango El) 9
1.6.15. Folding footrest 9
1.6.16. Footrest (optional) 10
1.6.17. Strolling bracket (optional) 10
1.6.18. Foot pedal for braking (optional) 10
1.6.19. Angle switch (optional) 10
1.6.20. Hand box (optional) 11
1.6.21. Electric braking (optional) 11
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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 SV Denmark www.vela.eu
1.0. INTRODUCTION
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1.1. SAFETY
This chair is CE marked and complies with current EU regulations. The chair is manufactured by: VELA, Gøteborgvej 8-12, 9200 Aalborg SV, Denmark.
VELA Tango 500/510 with electric operation complies with all EMC requirements according to IEC 60601-1-2.
1.1.1. USE
VELA Tango is designed for indoor, seated use.
:: The chair is not built to stand on
:: To ensure the safe transfer of a
person to and from the chair the brake must be activated.
All versions of VELA Tango 500/510 have been tested and approved for users weighing up to 160 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 meters above sea level
1.2. WARRANTY
VELA provides warranty by the laws and regulations which are debt in the country the chair is bought in. The warranty applies only when using original spare parts and accessories and when any adjustments are made by authorized service technicians. Note: Exceptions may be made through special contractual agreements directly with VELA.
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
unauthorized 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
Note: see section 1.6.1. for properly attaching the backrest.
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 using chemical
cleaners, with furniture cleaner or a cloth wrung out 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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VELA
TANGO
VELA
TANGO EL
1.6.2. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (VELA TANGO EL)
Can be operated from the underside of either the right or left armrest. The armrest can easily be moved to the opposite side. VELA Tango El is also available with height adjustment via hand box (if caregivers are to be able to adjust the height). Note: Height function should only be used continuously for one minute, then a nine-minute break should follow.
1.6.3. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (VELA TANGO)
Adjusted by pulling up the front handle on the right-hand side.
1.6. SETTINGS
The gas spring and the electric lifting mechanism should only be replaced by a VELA technician or a person trained in this fi eld.
1.6.1. ATTACHING THE BACKREST
The backrest is lowered into the hole. Screw the handle back on and tighten securely. Remember that the plastic disc should be placed in the outermost position as shown here.
ALB
BACK
HIGH BACK
ALB
BACK
HIGH BACK
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1.6.7. SETTING THE BACK HEIGHT
Release the handle located on the back. Adjust the back. Remember to tighten the handle afterwards.
1.6.4. SETTING ANGLE OF SEAT
Adjusted by pulling up the middle handle on the right-hand side. The handle is pressed down to lock the desired seat angle. Note: Be aware of pinching risk when adjusting the seat angle!
1.6.5. SETTING ANGLE OF BACKREST
Adjusted by pulling up the rear handle on the right-hand side. The handle is pressed down to lock the desired back angle.
1.6.6. ADJUSTING LUMBAR SUPPORT (ALB BACK)
The backrest can be adjusted to provide optimal lumbar support by pulling up the handle on the right-hand side of the backrest. The backrest adjusts to fi t and support the lower back. Release the handle, and the backrest remains in the desired lumbar angle.
ALB
BACK
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1.6.11. FOLD-DOWN ARMREST
To fold down the armrest, press the button on the side of the armrest and push the armrest backwards and down. Note: The armrest is only locked when it is in an upright position. The armrest can only be folded down if the width adjustment of the armrest allows it.
1.6.10. ADJUSTING THE ARMREST WIDTH
Adjusted by loosening the screw under the seat on the seat support and adjusting the armrest width by pulling out the armrest. Remember to tighten the screw when done.
1.6.9. ADJUSTING THE ARMREST HEIGHT
Adjusted by loosening the screw on the armrest bar and adjusting the height of the armrest. Remember to tighten the screw when done.
1.6.8. BACK BOLT (HIGH BACK)
The backrest can be set to a specifi c angle by adjusting and attaching the bolt mounted on the back of the backrest.
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1.6.15. FOLDING FOOTREST
Stabilising foot support that can also be used as a footboard when moving in and out of the chair.
1.6.14. CHARGING (VELA TANGO EL)
Daily charging is recommended. Place operation plug in charging socket - when the chair is charging, the LED on the charger turns yellow. When the chair is fully charged, the LED turns green. If the battery voltage is too low during use, you will hear an audible alarm tone. Please charge the chair as soon as possible. Note: The chair should not be used during charging.
1.6.12. ROTATION
The seat is rotated by pushing back on the front handle on the left-hand side. Rotation can be turned and locked in the following positions: 90° to the left and 90° to the right. Note: Only use rotation when the seat is in a horizontal position and the backrest is in a vertical position.
1.6.13. 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: The brake can be moved to the other side by loosening the wing screw on the brake lever, removing the plastic plug from the opposite side hole, and inserting the brake lever. Tighten the wing screw fi rmly again.
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1.6.16. FOOTREST (OPTIONAL)
The footrest can be adjusted in length by loosening the hand screw on the back of the footrest lever. Remember to tighten the screw when done. The footrest can be folded up so that it is not in the way when getting in and out of the chair.
1.6.17. STROLLING BRACKET (OPTIONAL)
Strolling bracket for transporting a person in the chair. The strolling bracket is mounted to fi ttings under the seat using two fi nger screws. This is also where the depth is adjusted. The height is adjusted by pressing the two buttons on the side of the bracket while the handle is positioned at the desired height.
1.6.19. ANGLE SWITCH (OPTIONAL)
Placed on the underside of the left or right-hand armrest as required. Remember, position the switch correctly (see section
1.6.2.).
1.6.18. FOOT PEDAL FOR BRAKING (OPTIONAL)
On a VELA Tango with foot pedal the brake is activated by pressing the upper part of the pedal forward. Unlock the chair by moving the foot brake back into the upright position. Note: The foot pedal can be mounted on the left or right-hand side, on the rear of the chair.
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1.6.20. HAND BOX (OPTIONAL)
The hand box is used via push buttons on the front. VELA hand boxes can have one or more functions. The icons on the hand box show the button functions. Note: Insert plug in hand box to operate functions.
1.6.21. ELECTRIC BRAKING (OPTIONAL)
On a VELA Tango with electric brake, the brake is activated and deactivated using the hand box or angle switch. The brake is hydraulic, so it is advisable to activate or deactivate the brake completely when using this feature. Note: This brake can only be used via switches under the armrest, on the hand box, or on the angle switch.
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VELA :: Gøteborgvej 8-12 :: DK-9200 Aalborg SV :: Tlf: +45 96 34 76 00 :: mail@vela.dk www.vela.eu
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