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Wheelchair is steering/pulling to one side
• Make sure the end user is able to evenly distribute his/her weight on the wheelchair
The wheelchair moves slowly
• 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
The 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
The brakes do not work properly
• Check distance between tyres and brake foot is sucient 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
The 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
Correct adjustment of the wheelchair is essential for the successful and safe use of
this product.
Should assistance be required, contact the Aidacare Service Department on
1300 133 120.
4. TROUBLESHOOTING
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