Vela Tango 300 User manual

VELA Tango 300 2-2011/UK
w w w . v e l a . e U
U K
UsermanUal
VELA · Goeteborgvej 12 · Dk-9200 Aalborg SV · Denmark · Tel: [phone] · [email protected] · www.vela.eu
1.6. TECHNICAL DATA
1.6.1. STABILITY AND BALANCE
The VELA Tango is designed as an everyday chair at home. It is intended for
sedentary work and not as a wheelchair. All movement in the VELA Tango have an
impact on the placement of the centre of gravity.
To increase the safety, we recommend:
• Maximum user weight is 175-200 kg (depending on the variant); however the
activity level is a significant factor. A person with very forceful movements using
the chair should contact a sales consultant from VELA/VELA Distributor before
purchase
• Do not stand on the chair
• Do not stand on the footring. It is only intended for getting on and off
• The chair is not intended as a wheelchair
• During transportation, the chair should always be locked
1.6.2. RECYCLING
Some of the chair’s material can be recycled. Deliver the chair to VELA’s distributor or
your local recycling installation.
VELA Tango 300 VELA Tango 300E
Sitting height Gas spring: 44-59 cm
Fixed height: Minimum 42 cm. Fixed sitting height is
always tailored to the individual user.*
42-57 cm
Sitting height, alternative - 49-69 cm
Seat size 58 x 48 cm 58 x 48 cm
Back, possible to be tailored 38 x 43 cm 38 x 43 cm
Armrest 7 x 35 cm 7 x 35 cm
Frame 58 x 58 cm 58 x 58 cm
Weight of chair 32 kg 43 kg
Max. load Gas: 175 kg
Fixed height: 200 kg
200 kg

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1.0. INTRODUCTION ...................................................... 3
1.1. GUARANTEE ......................................................... 4
1.2. TRANSPORTATION ................................................... 4
1.3. UNPACKING THE CHAIR .............................................. 4
1.4. MAINTENANCE OF VELA TANGO 300 ................................ 4
1.5. VELA TANGO 300 USERMANUAL ..................................... 6
Sittingheight............................................................ 6
Backtiltandbackheight................................................... 6
Armrest................................................................ 7
Brakes................................................................. 7
Charging VELA Tango 300E. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.6. TECHNICAL DATA .................................................... 8
1.6.1Stabilityandbalance.................................................. 8
1.6.2.Recycling.......................................................... 8
CONTENTS
ARMREST
The armrests are attached with Unbrako screws as
standard, but attachment with hand screws is also available.
ADJUSTMENT OF HEIGHT
The height of the armrests can be adjusted by loosening
the Unbrako screws on each armrest. Remember to tighten
them again securely.
ADJUSTMENT OF WIDTH
The width of the armrests can be adjusted by loosening the
Unbrako screws under the seat. Remember to tighten them
again securely.
NOTE: The armrest can be adjusted until the red label
marked "STOP".
CHARGING THE BATTERY
It is recommended that VELA Tango 300E be recharged dai-
ly (when the height function is in use, a tone will be emitted
if the battery is too low). The chair is recharged by plugging
the charging unit into the socket on the chair. The socket is
located at the back on the right side under the seat.
A yellow LED lamp on the charging unit lights up while the
chair is charging. When the charging is complete, a green
lamp lights up.
WARNING: The chair must not be used while recharging.
The charging unit must not be exposed to moisture or
water and it must not be covered. Keep children and pets
away from the connected charging unit and only the
accompanying original charging unit may be used.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION – VELA TANGO 300E
The chair’s electrical function complies with all EMC regula-
tions in accordance with IEC 60601-1-2. Radio transmitter
equipment, mobile phones etc. must not be used in the
immediate vicinity of the chair as they can disrupt its
function. Special care must be taken when using highly
disruptive sources, such as high-frequency surgical equip-
ment etc. Also, make sure that HF cables are not installed
near the chair. If in doubt, please contact a qualified
technician at VELA.

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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer
We would like to thank you for purchasing a VELA Tango. We are sure that it will continue
to give you pleasure well into the future. The directions for use contain useful information
about positioning, operating, maintenance and technical data, etc.
This user manual applies to the VELA Tango 300.
Important
Please read this user manual thoroughly and keep it in a safe place for later use. It must
always be available to the user. This user manual must always accompany the chair.
The user manual can also be found on VELA’s website: www.vela.eu
If you have any questions, please contact VELA’s distributor in your country.
You can also find information about the VELA Tango range on VELA’s website:
www.vela.eu
VELA reserves the right to make changes to this manual.
The chair is manufactured by VELA.
Vermund Larsen A/S
VELA
Goeteborgvej 12
DK-9200 Aalborg
Denmark
www.vela eu
1.5 VELA TANGO 300 USER’S MANUAL
SITTING HEIGHT
The VELA Tango 300 features either electric or gas height
adjustment. VELA Tango 300 is also available with a fixed
height that cannot be adjusted.
Gas adjustment of sitting height
Push up the handle on the right side.
Electric adjustment of sitting height
Sitting height is adjusted electrically by pushing the button
on the armrest.
The height function may be used for no more than two
minutes at a time, after which it must rest for eighteen
minutes.
SEAT DEPTH
The depth of the seat is adjusted by loosening the Unbrako
screws under the seat (near the backrest), after which you
can push the backrest forward.
BACKREST TILT AND BACKREST HEIGHT
The height of the backrest can be adjusted by loosening the
Unbrako screws.
The backrest can be tilted by loosening the Unbrako screws
on the back plate and adjusting it to the desired angle.
Remember to tighten the screws again securely.
The height of the backrest can also be adjusted by loosen-
ing the Unbrako screws.
BRAKE
VELA Tango 300 has a central brake that is activated by
means of a handle on the right or left. The handbrake is
pushed forward to lock the wheels, and back to unlock
them.

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1.1 GUARANTEE
This chair bears the CE mark and conforms to all applicable EU rules. Guarantee is in
accordance with the Sale of Goods Act.
The guarantee only applies when using original spare parts and accessories, as well as
only to adjustments carried out by authorised service technicians.
VELA does not accept responsibility for damage or injury to the product or user, which
have arisen due to:
• Transportation
• Misuse
• General wear and tear
• Erroneous use
• Use of non-original spare parts and accessories
• Adjustments carried out by unauthorised service technicians
1.2 TRANSPORT
During transportation of the VELA Tango, always remember to lock the chair. The chair
must not be occupied during transport.
Temperature under transportation: minus 400to plus 700
Humidity: from 15% - 95%
Atmospheric pressure: ppp to 1000 meters over sea level
1.3 UNPACKING THE CHAIR
The VELA Tango is supplied in cardboard packaging, which is developed taking into
consideration the environment and user-friendliness.
If there are parts missing or transport damage to the chair, please contact VELA
immediately. You must not try to repair any damage yourself or use the chair.
The box in which the chair is delivered must contain:
- VELA Tango 300
- This usermanual
1.4 MAINTENANCE OF THE VELA TANGO 300
We recommend your VELA Tango 300 undergoes an annual service to find, for
example, defective and worn parts. Ensure the removable parts are regularly
tightened.
Wheels:
It is recommended that the wheels be checked at regular intervals to remove
possible thread remnants, etc.
Frame:
Wash with lukewarm water, possibly with a little PH neutral dishwashing liquid added.
Stain removal:
A golden rule: Always remove the stain as quickly as possible.
Always use a clean, white cotton cloth and use only small amounts of cleaning agent at
a time.

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1.1 GUARANTEE
This chair bears the CE mark and conforms to all applicable EU rules. Guarantee is in
accordance with the Sale of Goods Act.
The guarantee only applies when using original spare parts and accessories, as well as
only to adjustments carried out by authorised service technicians.
VELA does not accept responsibility for damage or injury to the product or user, which
have arisen due to:
• Transportation
• Misuse
• General wear and tear
• Erroneous use
• Use of non-original spare parts and accessories
• Adjustments carried out by unauthorised service technicians
1.2 TRANSPORT
During transportation of the VELA Tango, always remember to lock the chair. The chair
must not be occupied during transport.
Temperature under transportation: minus 400to plus 700
Humidity: from 15% - 95%
Atmospheric pressure: ppp to 1000 meters over sea level
1.3 UNPACKING THE CHAIR
The VELA Tango is supplied in cardboard packaging, which is developed taking into
consideration the environment and user-friendliness.
If there are parts missing or transport damage to the chair, please contact VELA
immediately. You must not try to repair any damage yourself or use the chair.
The box in which the chair is delivered must contain:
- VELA Tango 300
- This usermanual
1.4 MAINTENANCE OF THE VELA TANGO 300
We recommend your VELA Tango 300 undergoes an annual service to find, for
example, defective and worn parts. Ensure the removable parts are regularly
tightened.
Wheels:
It is recommended that the wheels be checked at regular intervals to remove
possible thread remnants, etc.
Frame:
Wash with lukewarm water, possibly with a little PH neutral dishwashing liquid added.
Stain removal:
A golden rule: Always remove the stain as quickly as possible.
Always use a clean, white cotton cloth and use only small amounts of cleaning agent at
a time.

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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer
We would like to thank you for purchasing a VELA Tango. We are sure that it will continue
to give you pleasure well into the future. The directions for use contain useful information
about positioning, operating, maintenance and technical data, etc.
This user manual applies to the VELA Tango 300.
Important
Please read this user manual thoroughly and keep it in a safe place for later use. It must
always be available to the user. This user manual must always accompany the chair.
The user manual can also be found on VELA’s website: www.vela.eu
If you have any questions, please contact VELA’s distributor in your country.
You can also find information about the VELA Tango range on VELA’s website:
www.vela.eu
VELA reserves the right to make changes to this manual.
The chair is manufactured by VELA.
Vermund Larsen A/S
VELA
Goeteborgvej 12
DK-9200 Aalborg
Denmark
www.vela eu
1.5 VELA TANGO 300 USER’S MANUAL
SITTING HEIGHT
The VELA Tango 300 features either electric or gas height
adjustment. VELA Tango 300 is also available with a fixed
height that cannot be adjusted.
Gas adjustment of sitting height
Push up the handle on the right side.
Electric adjustment of sitting height
Sitting height is adjusted electrically by pushing the button
on the armrest.
The height function may be used for no more than two
minutes at a time, after which it must rest for eighteen
minutes.
SEAT DEPTH
The depth of the seat is adjusted by loosening the Unbrako
screws under the seat (near the backrest), after which you
can push the backrest forward.
BACKREST TILT AND BACKREST HEIGHT
The height of the backrest can be adjusted by loosening the
Unbrako screws.
The backrest can be tilted by loosening the Unbrako screws
on the back plate and adjusting it to the desired angle.
Remember to tighten the screws again securely.
The height of the backrest can also be adjusted by loosen-
ing the Unbrako screws.
BRAKE
VELA Tango 300 has a central brake that is activated by
means of a handle on the right or left. The handbrake is
pushed forward to lock the wheels, and back to unlock
them.

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1.0. INTRODUCTION ...................................................... 3
1.1. GUARANTEE ......................................................... 4
1.2. TRANSPORTATION ................................................... 4
1.3. UNPACKING THE CHAIR .............................................. 4
1.4. MAINTENANCE OF VELA TANGO 300 ................................ 4
1.5. VELA TANGO 300 USERMANUAL ..................................... 6
Sittingheight............................................................ 6
Backtiltandbackheight................................................... 6
Armrest................................................................ 7
Brakes................................................................. 7
Charging VELA Tango 300E. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.6. TECHNICAL DATA .................................................... 8
1.6.1Stabilityandbalance.................................................. 8
1.6.2.Recycling.......................................................... 8
CONTENTS
ARMREST
The armrests are attached with Unbrako screws as
standard, but attachment with hand screws is also available.
ADJUSTMENT OF HEIGHT
The height of the armrests can be adjusted by loosening
the Unbrako screws on each armrest. Remember to tighten
them again securely.
ADJUSTMENT OF WIDTH
The width of the armrests can be adjusted by loosening the
Unbrako screws under the seat. Remember to tighten them
again securely.
NOTE: The armrest can be adjusted until the red label
marked "STOP".
CHARGING THE BATTERY
It is recommended that VELA Tango 300E be recharged dai-
ly (when the height function is in use, a tone will be emitted
if the battery is too low). The chair is recharged by plugging
the charging unit into the socket on the chair. The socket is
located at the back on the right side under the seat.
A yellow LED lamp on the charging unit lights up while the
chair is charging. When the charging is complete, a green
lamp lights up.
WARNING: The chair must not be used while recharging.
The charging unit must not be exposed to moisture or
water and it must not be covered. Keep children and pets
away from the connected charging unit and only the
accompanying original charging unit may be used.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION – VELA TANGO 300E
The chair’s electrical function complies with all EMC regula-
tions in accordance with IEC 60601-1-2. Radio transmitter
equipment, mobile phones etc. must not be used in the
immediate vicinity of the chair as they can disrupt its
function. Special care must be taken when using highly
disruptive sources, such as high-frequency surgical equip-
ment etc. Also, make sure that HF cables are not installed
near the chair. If in doubt, please contact a qualified
technician at VELA.

VELA Tango 300 2-2011/UK
w w w . v e l a . e U
U K
UsermanUal
VELA · Goeteborgvej 12 · Dk-9200 Aalborg SV · Denmark · Tel: [phone] · [email protected] · www.vela.eu
1.6. TECHNICAL DATA
1.6.1. STABILITY AND BALANCE
The VELA Tango is designed as an everyday chair at home. It is intended for
sedentary work and not as a wheelchair. All movement in the VELA Tango have an
impact on the placement of the centre of gravity.
To increase the safety, we recommend:
• Maximum user weight is 175-200 kg (depending on the variant); however the
activity level is a significant factor. A person with very forceful movements using
the chair should contact a sales consultant from VELA/VELA Distributor before
purchase
• Do not stand on the chair
• Do not stand on the footring. It is only intended for getting on and off
• The chair is not intended as a wheelchair
• During transportation, the chair should always be locked
1.6.2. RECYCLING
Some of the chair’s material can be recycled. Deliver the chair to VELA’s distributor or
your local recycling installation.
VELA Tango 300 VELA Tango 300E
Sitting height Gas spring: 44-59 cm
Fixed height: Minimum 42 cm. Fixed sitting height is
always tailored to the individual user.*
42-57 cm
Sitting height, alternative - 49-69 cm
Seat size 58 x 48 cm 58 x 48 cm
Back, possible to be tailored 38 x 43 cm 38 x 43 cm
Armrest 7 x 35 cm 7 x 35 cm
Frame 58 x 58 cm 58 x 58 cm
Weight of chair 32 kg 43 kg
Max. load Gas: 175 kg
Fixed height: 200 kg
200 kg