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10.0 Trouble shooting
Wheelchair pulls to one side
• Check tyre pressure
• Check to make sure wheel turns easily (bearings, axle)
• Check the castor angle
• Check to make sure both castors are making proper
contact with the ground
Castors begin to wobble
• Check the castor angle
• Check to make sure all bolts are secure; tighten if
necessary (see the section on torque)
• Check to make sure both castors are making proper
contact with the ground
Wheelchair squeaks and rattles
• Check to make sure all bolts are secure; tighten if
necessary (see the section on torque)
• Apply small amount of lubrication to spots where
movable parts come in contact with one another
Wheelchair begins to wobble
• Check angle at which castors are set
• Check tyre pressure
• Check to see if rear wheels are adjusted differently
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11.0 Disposal / recycling of materials
NOTE: If the wheelchair has been supplied to you free of
charge it may not belong to you. If it is no longer required
follow any instructions given by the organisation issuing
the wheelchair in order that it may be returned to them.
The following information describes the materials used in
the wheelchair in relation to the disposal or re-cycling of
the wheelchair and its packaging.
Specific waste disposal or recycling regulations may be in
force locally and these should be taken into consideration
when disposal arrangements are made. (This may
include the cleaning or de-contamination of the
wheelchair before disposal).
Aluminium: Castor forks, wheels, side frames, armrests,
frame, leg rests, push handles
Steel: Fasteners, QR axle
Plastic: Handgrips, tube plugs, castor wheels, footplates,
armpads and 12" wheel/tyre
Packaging: Low density polythene bag, cardboard box
Upholstery: Woven polyester with PVC coatings and
expanded combustion modified foam.
Battery for LED Lights: Lithium Ion battery
(hazardous product)
Electrical and electronic equipment need to be disposed
of separately to general household waste at specific
state- provided locations. The correct disposal and
separate collection of used appliances serves to prevent
potential damage to health and the environment. It is a
requirement for the re-utilisation and recycling of used
electrical and electronic equipment.
Detailed information on the disposal of your used
equipment can be obtained from your local authority, your
waste disposal service, the specialist dealer from which
you purchased the product, or your sales contact.
Disposal or recycling should be done through a licensed
agent or authorised place of disposal. Alternatively your
wheelchair may be returned to your dealer for disposal.
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