Routine Checks And Maintenance - aidapt VA163HAM Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

ROUTINE CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE

1. Upholstery
Upholstery should be routinely cleaned with a mild soap and water solution. Never use
paint remover or thinners on upholstery.
2. Metal Parts
Clean all metal parts with a wax compound such as car wash to maintain finish. Do not use
any obtrusive cleanser that will scratch the finish on the chair.
3. Cross Brace
Periodically lubricate the centre bolt on the cross brace with light machine oil. Operation of
the cross brace permits the chair to be opened and closed easily. It should be inspected at
regular intervals for signs of wear and bending.
4. Tyres and Wheels
Examine tyres regularly for wear and replace as necessary. Solid tyres should be replaced
when they become loose on the rim or cracks appear which expose the mounting wire
groove. The large rear wheels should be inspected at least once a month to ensure proper
tightness. If the wheel wobbles or is loose, release lock nut and tighten axle bolt slightly.
Test for proper tightness by learning chair to one side and spin adjusted wheel. For
pneumatic tyres, check tyre pressure is even and correct. Check that the wheels run freely
and that quick release axles are correctly locked.
If your chair is fitted with pneumatic tires and you have a puncture please take your chair to
the nearest dealer or bicycle repair centre.
5. Front Castors
The castors should be checked periodically and lubricated occasionally. Lubricate them by
removing the fork and greasing the castor stem bearings. Lubricate the wheel bearings by
removing the wheel from the fork. Reassemble the fork and wheel by tightening the nuts
until no play remains, but the wheels can be roll freely. If the nut is too loose, the castor will
wobble, if too tight, the chair will be difficult to steer.
6. Brakes
Regularly check for effective operation and there is no wear or signs of play.
7. General
Always check before use that the chair folds and unfolds correctly and that movement both
backwards and forwards is in a straight line.
8. Servicing
We recommend your chair is fully serviced every twelve months. For parts information
please contact Aidapt Bathrooms Limited (details on the back page).
9. Recycling of your Wheelhair
Once the chair has reached its expected service life you can contact Aidapt for disposal.