Vela Salsa 100 User manual

VELA Salsa
100/110/120/130/400
VELA Salsa 100 VELA Salsa 110
VELA Salsa 130 VELA Salsa 400
VELA Salsa 120
USER MANUAL EN
VARIANT:
Manual no. 105032

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0. INTRODUCTION 3
1.1. WARNINGS 4
1.2. TROUBLESHOOTING 5
1.3. LABELS USED ON THE CHAIR 6
1.4. SAFETY 7
1.4.1. Application 7
1.4.2. Transport 7
1.5. WARRANTY 7
1.6. UPPPACKNING AV STOLEN 7
1.7. MAINTENANCE 8
1.7.1. Wheels 8
1.7.2. Frame 8
1.7.3. Padding 8
1.7.4. Recycling guide 8
1.8. RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL 8
1.9. USER MANUAL 9
1.9.1. Attaching the backrest 9
1.9.2. Adjustment of seat height 9
1.9.3. Adjustment of seat height (Salsa 130 & 400) 9
1.9.4. Adjustment of seat tilt 9
1.9.5. Adjustment of seat tilt (Salsa 130 & 400) 10
1.9.6. Brake 10
1.9.7. Adjustment of back height 10
1.9.8. Adjustment of back tilt 10
1.9.9. Adjustment of armrest, height 11
1.9.10. Adjustment of armrest, width 11
1.9.11. Rotation* 11

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DEAR CUSTOMER
Congratulations on your new VELA chair! We are sure
this chair will give you daily pleasure. This user manual
provides useful information on adjusting, operating
and maintaining your chair.
Important
Please read this user manual carefully and keep it safe
for when you need to refer to it. This manual is also
available on VELA’s website: www.vela.eu, where you
can also find other relevant information.
If you have any questions, please contact your
supplier.
We reserve 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. WARNINGS
Use In case of an allergic reaction, stop using the chair and consult a doctor
Use Only use original spare parts from VELA
Use Do not make any changes to the accessories that come with the chair
Use Only use the chair for the intended purpose
Use Only adjust the seat angle while the user’s feet are on the floor
Use Always have the chair brake on when you sit down or get up
Use Never use the chair on surfaces with level dierences as the chair may become unstable
Use Maintenance other than cleaning should always be performed by a professional
Use Never service the chair while it is in use
Use Always follow the recommended maintenance and cleaning instructions
Use The chair's functions are intended for the user. Only the user or trained professionals
should adjust the chair while the user is sitting in it
Use Risk of shearing or squeezing fingers in moving parts. Therefore, never use the chair if
someone is touching underneath the seat
Choking hazard Choking hazard on small parts. Never allow children to play with the chair, as small parts
are removable

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1.2. TROUBLESHOOTING
Mistake Possible cause and solution
Manual height adjustment does not work There is too much load or uneven load on the chair.
Try to adjust the height without sitting in the chair. If
this does not work, the gas cartridge is defective and
should be replaced. Contact your VELA supplier
The brake function does not work The brake is not activated. See section 1.9.6
The armrest seems loose One of the hand screws might be loose. Tighten the
hand screw
The chair rolls badly Wheels are blocked. Clean the wheels for wire residue
and the like.
Brake rod or chassis is in the way when I move in the
chair
You have a chair with seat rotation. Use seat rotation to
straighten the chair. See section 1.9.11
If the above does not solve your problem, you should contact your VELA
supplier.

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IN GENERAL
1.3. LABELS USED ON THE CHAIR
Warning Risk of shear and squeeze:
Keep hands and fingers away from moving parts
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Read ”Instruction For Use” before use
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Part used:
Type B cf. IEC60601-1
covering the following areas of the chair:
Labels
60 x 22.5 mm
Labels on the chair should be read at a distance of approx. 40 cm under nor-
mal daylight conditions.
For labels related to the operation of the chair, please refer to section 1.9.
IdentNo.:
<Model name>
<Model ref no.>
<Manufacturer>
<Adress>
<Webpage>
<IdentNo.>
<Safe Working load>
<Production date/order no.>
<ME Equipment mass>

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1.4. SAFETY
This chair is CE marked and compli-
es with applicable EU regulations.
The chair is manufactured by:
VELA, Gøteborgvej 8-12,
9200 Aalborg SV, Denmark.
1.4.1. APPLICATION
This chair is an indoor chair intended
for sitting and private use.
:: The chair is not built to stand on
:: The wheel brake must always be
activated when sitting down or
standing up
All variants of this chair are tested
and approved for a maximum load
of 125 kg.
1.4.2. TRANSPORT
When transporting the chair by
car, airplane or any other means
of transport, always use the chair
brake. The chair is not approved
for use as a passenger seat in any
means of transportation and may
not be used as such.
The chair is designed to be
transported under the following
environmental conditions:
Temperature: - 20°C to + 60°C
Humidity: 15-95%
Allow the chair to stand for 24 hours
before use if it has been stored
below - 10°C.
1.5. WARRANTY
VELA grants a right of claim under
applicable law in the country where
the chair is acquired. The right of
complaint applies only when using
original spare parts and accessories,
as well as customisations made by
professionals.
Note: if an exclusive contractual
agreement has been made directly
with VELA, this applies!
VELA assumes no liability for
damages to the product or the user
caused by:
:: Transportation
:: Misuse
:: Normal wear and tear
:: Wrong use
:: Use of spare parts and acces-
sories that are not original VELA
products
:: Adjustments made by unauthori-
sed service technicians
1.6. UPPPACKNING AV STOLEN
The chair comes in environmentally
friendly and recyclable packaging.
In case of defects or transport
damage to the chair, please contact
your VELA supplier right away. In
such cases, do not attempt to use
the chair or to fix it yourself.

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On delivery you have received:
:: VELA chair
:: Instructions for use
Note: see item 1.9.1 for correct
attachment of backrest.
1.7. MAINTENANCE
We recommend an annual inspec-
tion of the chair to identify any de-
fective or worn parts. All removable
parts should be tightened regularly.
You can find various guides on
www.vela.eu.
1.7.1. WHEELS
We recommended you regularly
check the wheels and remove any
residual threads, etc.
1.7.2. FRAME
Clean with lukewarm water and if
necessary, add some pH-neutral
detergent.
1.7.3. PADDING
Fabric: Clean by chemical cleaning,
with furniture cleaner or with water
using a hard-wrung cloth.
Synthetic fabric or leather: Clean
with water or mild soap using a
hard-wrung cloth.
Leather: Clean by vacuuming with a
soft brush. Avoid using detergent.
Note: On www.vela.eu you can find
cleaning instructions for all our stan-
dard upholstery types.
1.7.4. RECYCLING GUIDE
Your VELA chair can be reused by
another person when you no longer
need it as long as the chair is servi-
ced by a technician beforehand.
The life expectancy of the chair is
five years for regular and proper use
as long as VELA, your VELA supplier
or a trained professional perform an
annual inspection with replacement
of worn parts.
1.8. RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL
This product contains recyclable ma-
terials. Therefore, the product must be
disposed of in accordance with local
regulations and not together with
ordinary household waste. Proper dis-
posal and recycling will help prevent
negative eects on the environment
and people.

VELA
SALSA
130 &
400
1.
2.
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1.9.3. ADJUSTMENT OF SEAT HEIGHT (SALSA 130 & 400)
Adjust the seat height by pushing the lever placed at your
left hand.
1.9.4. ADJUSTMENT OF SEAT TILT
Adjust the seat tilt by pulling the middle lever placed at your
right hand.
1.9.2. ADJUSTMENT OF SEAT HEIGHT
Adjust the seat height by pushing the front lever placed at your
right hand.
1.9. USER MANUAL
Replacement of the gas spring may only be performed
by the service support team from your dealer or a
skilled technical person.
1.9.1. ATTACHING THE BACKREST
The lever for backrest adjustment (1) must be in open position.
Press the locking pin spring (2) and push the backrest arm
through the hole. Tighten the lever afterwards.
Note: The backrest arm must be pushed through completely
so the pin spring locks the backrest arm. Make sure that the
backrest arm cannot be pulled out again.

VELA
SALSA
130 &
400
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1.9.7. ADJUSTMENT OF BACK HEIGHT
Adjust the back height by using the lever placed on the back of
the chair. Remember to tighten the handle again afterwards.
1.9.8. ADJUSTMENT OF BACK TILT
Adjust the back tilt by pushing the rear lever placed at your
right hand.
1.9.5. ADJUSTMENT OF SEAT TILT (SALSA 130 & 400)
Adjust the seat tilt by pushing the middle lever placed at your
right hand.
1.9.6. BRAKE
VELA Salsa brakes by moving the lever on the side of the chair forward.
Unlock the chair by moving the handle back into upright position.
Note: The brake can be moved by loosening the screw at the bottom of
the brake lever, remove the plastic knob on the opposite side hole and
insert the brake lever. Remember to tighten the handle again.

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1.9.11. ROTATION*
The seat is rotated by pulling up the forward handle on the left
side.
1.9.10. ADJUSTMENT OF ARMREST, WIDTH
Adjust by loosening the screw underneath the seat and
regulate the width of the armrest. Remember to tighten the
screw again.
1.9.9. ADJUSTMENT OF ARMREST, HEIGHT
Adjust by loosening the screw on the armrest bar and regulate
the height of the armrest. Remember to tighten the screw
again.
* Depending on model

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