Maintenance
It is highly recommended that the wheelchair be
taken to a qualified dealer annually for a
thorough inspection and maintenance/repair
.
service.
General Care- W"ipeoffthe chrome parts at least
once a week using a clean, soft cloth. Clean all
metal parts with auto wax or similar products. Dry
the chair immediately if exposed to moisture. Do
not use abrasive cleanser or materials that will
scratch the finish off of the chair.
Monthly Checks:
Inspect the entire wheelchair for broken parts
and loose fasteners. Replace or tighten as
needed.
Front and Rear Tires-Solid
tires require minimal
maintenance, but should occasionally be cleaned
with a damp cloth. Replace the tires if they become
cracked or severely worn.
Front Caster and Rear Wheels - Check that the
wheels are not warped and the spokes are not
broken. Also assure that the bearings are in good
working condition and the wheels spin freely.
Front Forks - Verify that the forks swivel freely
without binding. If binding occurs, check the
bearings and clean the fork stem housing. If the
nut is too loose, the caster will flutter or shimmy. If
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