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SECTION 1—MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES
SECTION 1—TROUBLESHOOTING
AND MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES
NOTE: Twice a year, take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer for a thorough inspection
and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth
operation of your wheelchair. To operate properly and safely, your wheelchair must be
cared for just like any other vehicle. Routine maintenance will extend the life and
efficiency of your wheelchair. Initially and at least every six months, follow these
maintenance procedures:
Troubleshooting
Maintenance guide lines:
Safety Inspection Checklists
Initial adjustments should be made to suit the personal body structure needs and
preferences of the user. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures:
Inspect/Adjust Initially (User or Attendant)
Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
Ensure all hardware is tight (see page 7).
All fasteners on clothing guards are secure.
Arms are secure but easy to release and locking systems engage properly.
Adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.
Armrest armpad sits flush against arm tube.
Seat and/or back upholstery have no rips.
Inspect adjustable angle back attaching hardware is securely tightened.
Ensure hand grips are secure to backrest canes.
Sealed bearings and axle nut tension are correct.
No excessive side movement or binding when rear wheels are lifted and spun.
If pneumatic tyres, check for correct equal pressure.
Check for loose stem nuts/screws.
Check castor angle adjustment.
Check that castor contact ground at the same time.
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