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❑ Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.
❑ Ensure castors are free of debris.
❑ Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary.
Troubleshooting
CHAIR VEERS
CHAIR
RIGHT
VEERS LEFT
X
X
Maintenance
Maintenance Safety Precautions
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is
tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur.
DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to the frame
tubing.
Suggested Maintenance Procedures
1.
Before using your wheelchair, make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. Check all parts for damage or wear and replace.
Check all parts for proper adjustment.
2.
Keep quick/quad‐release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and proper operation. Refer to Adjusting
Quick‐Release Axles on page 32 or Adjusting Quad‐Release Handles on page 33.
DO NOT use WD-40®, 3-in-1 oil®, or other penetrating lubricants on quick-release axles or
camber inserts. Otherwise, binding and/or damage to the wheelchair may occur.
3.
Clean quick‐release axles and camber inserts once a week with a Teflon
Part No 1122172
SLUGGISH
TURN OR
PERFORMANCE
X
X
X
X
CASTOR
SQUEAKS
FLUTTERS
AND
RATTLES
X
X
X
X
X
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
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Everyday Series Wheelchairs/Sport Series Wheelchairs
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION
LOOSENESS
SOLUTIONS
IN CHAIR
Check tyres for correct
and equal pressure.
Check for loose stem nuts.
X
X
Check spokes and nipples.
Check that both castors
contact the ground at the
same time.
lubricant.
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