SECTION 1— MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES & STABILITY WARNING
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6. Regularly check for loose spokes in the rear wheels. If loose, have them adjusted.
7. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are secured to the rear wheels. Refer to
Replacing Handrims
on section 5.
8. Periodically check castor wheel bearings to make sure they are clean and free from
moisture. Use a Teflon
®
lubricant if necessary.
9. Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.
10. Clean upholstery with mild soap and water.
Stability Warning
The seat height, seat depth, back angle, seating system/upholstery, size/position of the
rear wheels, size/position of the front castors, seating options (e.g. headrest, back bag,
…) as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change
to one or any combination of the nine may cause the wheelchair to increase/decrease in
stability.
Seat
-to-floor heights have specific positions depending on rear wheel size, rear wheel
position, front caster size/position and seat
-to-floor angle.
These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician. Refer to sections 5 &
6.
CASTOR SIZE
CASTOR POSITION
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