How to remove the case from the wheelchair Xiaomi Mitu: full instructions

Owners of Xiaomi Mitu smart baby strollers face the need to clean up their textiles sooner or later, with dust, street mud, spilled juices or just seasonal static electricity storage requiring immediate intervention, but the design of this gadget is significantly different from the classic canes or cradles on a metal frame, which raises many questions for beginners.

Unlike traditional models, where the fabric is often simply pulled over the pipes, the Xiaomi Mitu wheelchair is a complex mechanism with integrated security and electronics. The wrong approach to dismantling can damage the mounts or even disrupt the built-in sensors if they are present in your modification, which is why it is important to clearly understand the sequence of actions before starting the procedure.

In this article, we will discuss in detail the process of removing textile elements, paying special attention to the nuances that are rarely written about in official manuals, you will learn how to safely unfasten the seat, remove the hood and what to do with the inner liner of the cradle, so as not to spoil the appearance of the device.

Features of the design of textiles Xiaomi Mitu

The first thing to realize is that the Xiaomi Mitu is not just a child’s vehicle, but a technological device: the fabric elements here not only serve an aesthetic and protective function, but also are part of the safety system. The textile seat is often equipped with a reinforced stitch in the belt attachments, and the hood can have rigid plastic inserts to maintain the shape.

The materials used by the manufacturer are usually water-repellent and highly wear-resistant, but this does not mean that they are eternal. Mechanical impacts, such as pulling lightning or using sharp objects to crack plastic, can irrevocably damage the fabric.

It's modular, which means you don't remove the one big case, you take out a few independent pieces: the main seat case, the hood, the apron on the legs, and maybe the inner mattress, and each of these things is attached differently, and there's no universal "take it all off" lever.

⚠️ Warning: Before any textile manipulations begin, make sure the wheelchair is in the unfolded state and fixed.Removing the cover from the folded wheelchair can cause the folding mechanism to jam due to the displacement of the tension of the fabric.

Understanding the architecture of a product is key to success, and if you act carefully and consistently, it will take no more than 15-20 minutes to complete the process, otherwise you risk spending an hour repairing the unburdened seams or broken plastic clips.

Preparation of the workplace and tools

Before you start the active phase, you need to prepare the space. You need a flat, clean surface, large enough to decompose the elements you remove. It can be a wide table, covered with a clean sheet, or the floor. The main condition is that there is no dust and fur of pets that will instantly stick to the freed textiles.

In terms of tools, you don't need anything but your own hands in 95 percent of the cases. Xiaomi's designers have tried to make the mounting system intuitive. However, if the case is removed for the first time in a long time, the plastic could get stuck or contaminated, so you might need a dry soft brush to clean the grooves of dust before unbuttoning.

• 🧹 Soft brush: to remove dry dirt from joints before removal.
• 🧤 Cotton gloves: to avoid leaving any traces of sweat on clean fabric and to protect your hands from possible dust.
• 📸 Smartphone: Take a photo of the process to remember how to put everything back in place.

It is also recommended to have a vacuum cleaner with a nozzle for furniture on hand. After removing the main elements, it often turns out that there is a lot of small debris on the frame or lining itself, which is better to remove immediately before washing.

Dismantling of the hood (hoop)

The most convenient way to start disassembling is from the top, the visor or the hood, which is the most movable element, which is most often dirty from the outside. In the Xiaomi Mitu model, the hood is usually attached to the main arc or back frame with plastic latches and, in some versions, lightning at the bottom.

First, look at the junction of the fabric with the arc, and often there are small plastic fixtures hidden there, you need to squeeze them carefully with your fingers, don't use scissors or screwdrivers, because the plastic is thin and fragile, and you need to move from the center of the attachment to the edge so that you don't damage the fabric.

If the hood is held on a zipper, unbutton it to the end. Notice the zipper tongue: in some models, it can be hidden under the valve. After the zipper is released, gently pull the fabric down and away from the arc. If you feel resistance, check if the tissue is caught by other attachment elements.

• 🔍 Inspect the hinges: make sure the fabric does not fall into the mechanism of folding the visor.
• 👐 Act symmetrically: unfasten the mounts on both sides simultaneously or sequentially, but without distortion.
• 🌀 Check the ventilation: if there is a mesh window on the hood, make sure it is not additionally fastened with Velcro.

After removing, let the hood dry if it was wet before removing it or sending it to the wash.Wet fabric when rolled up can acquire a musty smell.

Removal of the main seat cover

The most voluminous part of the job is removing the main seat cover, and it's the element that takes the brunt of the brunt of the crumbs, food stains, footprints. In Xiaomi Mitu wheelchairs, the seat case is often a single piece that fits the back and seat, or it's made up of two parts connected by hidden attachments.

Start at the bottom. It's usually a skirt that's tucked under the seat or attached to the Velcros. Open up any visible Velcros. Next, you need to find the anchorage points in the back of the seat, often plastic hooks or loops that are put through the holes in the body.

To access the bottom mounts, you may need to fold the back back to the horizontal position you want to have, gently raise the edges of the fabric to see how it's fixed, if you see seat belts running through the cover, you need to release them, and seat belts usually go through special slots, and sometimes you need to unbutton or pull them out to remove the fabric.

Important point: in some models, the seat case is pulled over a soft liner (powder). If this is your case, first remove the case from the foam, and then remove the foam itself from the frame of the stroller, unless the instruction involves washing with it. Most often the foam is removed separately.

⚠️ Attention: Be extremely careful with seatbelt holes.When you put the cover back on, it is easy to confuse the sides or tighten the fabric so that the belts will be skewed, which is dangerous for the child.

Working with an internal mattress and liners

Inside the main case, there is often a removable mattress or orthopedic liner. In the Mitu line, it can be fastened to the base on Velcro or simply lie loose. If the mattress is fastened, disconnect the Velcro around the perimeter.

The mattress itself can have its own case. Check for lightning around the perimeter of the mattress. If there is lightning, you can remove the laundry case, leaving the filler. If there is no lightning, the mattress is washed whole (if the material allows) or only surface cleaning.

Note the tags. Xiaomi liners often indicate the type of filler. This is important for the choice of washing mode. Synthetic fillers tolerate machine washing better than natural or combined ones.

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To the mattress after washing did not get lost in lumps, dry it in a horizontal position and periodically whip with your hands, distributing the filler evenly throughout the area.

Table of anchorage types and removal methods

For convenience, we systematize information about the types of mounts that are found in various versions of the Xiaomi Mitu wheelchairs, which will help you quickly navigate when you see an unfamiliar fixture.

As you can see from the table, most of the mounts require mechanical action, but without the use of brute force, and the main thing is to find the right angle of action on the hold.

Washing and drying of Xiaomi textiles

After successful dismantling, the issue of care arises. Xiaomi manufacturer usually recommends delicate washing. The water temperature should not exceed 30-40 degrees. The use of aggressive bleachers or air conditioners with a strong smell is undesirable, as this can cause allergies in the child and destroy the water-repellent impregnation.

Pressing in the washing machine is better to put at minimum speeds (400-600 rpm) or to refuse it altogether. High speeds of rotation can deform the fabric and damage the internal seams. Drying should take place in a straightened form, away from direct sunlight and heating devices.

• 🚫 No chlorine: Avoid chlorine products, they corrode the color and structure of the fibers.
• ☁️ Natural drying: Dry in air, avoiding batteries so the fabric doesn't "sit down».
• 🧼 Liquids: Use liquid gels for washing, they are better rinsed from dense fabric.

⚠️ Warning: It is strictly forbidden to dry the textile elements of the Xiaomi Mitu wheelchair on an open fire, with heaters or using a hair dryer on hot mode.This can lead to shrinkage of the material and melting of the plastic elements of the fasteners if they were not removed.

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The main secret of long-term service of the case is regular dry brushing and spot removal of spots, which reduces the frequency of full washings and preserves the fabric structure.

Assembly and final inspections

The assembly process is a mirror image of the disassembly, but requires more care. Pull the case gradually, straightening the folds as you move. Pay special attention to the holes for the seatbelts: they must match perfectly so that the belts go freely and do not rub against the fabric.

Once you've installed all the components, check the machinery, fold and unfold the wheelchair, twist the hood, nothing should get stuck, rustle or interfere with movement, if you hear foreign sounds, then the fabric has got into the mechanism somewhere and needs to be corrected.

The final step is to check the reliability of all the attachments. Pull around the corners of the case, check the Velcros. The child should not be able to pull the fabric or get to the internal components.

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