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Before After Rear wheel fitment has been moved to
shift the centre of gravity backward.
4. Tighten the 2 long bolts in the new position,
then the 2 short bolts in original position.
5. Attach rear wheel back.
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14. TROUBLESHOOTING
Correct adjustment of the wheelchair is essential for the successful and safe use of this product.
Should assistance be required, contact Aidacare.
Wheelchair is
steering/pulling
to one side
• Ensure rear wheel quick-release axles are locked to securely in place. This
can be checked by raising the rear wheels off the ground and pulling
gently outward at the wheel hub. When locked in place the locking balls
should be visible at the inner end of the axle sleeve.
• Make sure the end user is able to evenly distribute his/her weight on
the wheelchair.
• Make sure each wheel rotate freely
Wheelchair is
moving slowly
• Make sure the rear wheels are attached correctly to the frame.
• Remove any hair or dirt from castor and rear wheel axles.
• Make sure there is not too much weight applied to the castors, otherwise
adjust the centre of gravity.
• Ensure user clothing is not interfering with movement of the rear wheels.
• Ensure both brakes are disengaged.
Wheelchair does not
turn smoothly
• Make sure the front fork bolts are not over tightened which can restrict
front castor wheel rotation.
• Remove any hair or dirt from castor axles.
• Ensure both brakes are disengaged.
Brakes are not
working properly
• Check distance between tyres and brake foot is sufficient such that the
requisite amount of force can be applied to the tyre surface to stop it
moving when the brake is in the engaged position.
Wheelchair
cannot be opened
or folded easily
• Clean the crossbar under the seat and apply some grease.
• Check that nothing has become lodged under the seat or in and around
the cross bar mechanism.
• Check foot plates are folded up.
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