3
Installation and adjustment
The instructions in this chapter are for the specialist dealer.
The Vermeiren V500 has been designed to be adjust with a minimum of replacements parts.
There is no need for extra stock of spare parts.
To find a service facility or specialist dealer near you, contact the nearest Vermeiren facility.
A list of Vermeiren facilities can be found on the last page.
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WARNING:
Risk of unsafe settings - Use only the settings described in this
manual.
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WARNING:
Variation of allowed adjustments can still change the stability of your
wheelchair (tilt back or sideways).
3.1
Tools
To set up the wheelchair the following tools are needed.
Wrench set n° 10 to n° 22
Allen keyset n° 4 to n° 6
3.2
Manner of delivery
The Vermeiren V500 shall be delivered with:
1 frame with armrests, rear and front wheels (standard delivery
seat height: 500 mm, seat angle: 5°)
1 pair footrests
Tools
Manual
Accessories
3.3
Adjusting the seat height and seat angle
The Vermeiren V500 is adjustable in 4 seat heights and 5 seat angles (0°-2,5°-5°-7,5°-10°)
by changing the position of the wheels for each height and angle there is a different setting
of the front and rear wheels.
The summary of the different seat heights by a standard seat angle 5° is tabulated below.
Seat height
440 mm
470 mm
500 mm (Standard)
530 mm
Rear
wheels
Hole
Hole
Table 2: Seat heights by seat angle 5°
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Front wheels
Ø
Bushing
castor stem housing
150 mm
150 mm
150 mm
200 mm
V500
2016-07
Ⓑ
relative to
Ⓒ
Above
Under
Under
Under