Trouble shooting
WHEELCHAIR PULLS TO ONE SIDE
• Check tyre pressure (pneumatic tyres only)
• Check to make sure wheel turns easily (bearings, axle)
• Check the castor angles are set consistently and make proper
contact with the ground
• Ensure castor fork bearings rotate freely
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 differentl
DAMPENERS AND CABLES
CAUTION!
In order to avoid any reduction in function, you must make sure
that the cables are never set too taut.
PROBLEM:
Play in the lever
SOLUTION:
Loosen the adjustment screw (1) until the lever (2) has no play,
(Fig.41).
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Fig.41
2
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SEAT ANGLE SETTING
PROBLEM:
The seat moves out of position, without the use of the dampener
release
CAUSE:
The Bowden cables on the buffer are stretched too tightly.
SOLUTION:
Set the Bowden cables on the adjustment screw(1)
CAUTION!
Protect the Bowden cable from damage (buckling).
Should it be buckled, then it must be replaced.
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 decontamination of the
wheelchair before disposal).
Steel: Fasteners, QR axle, side frames, armrests, frame, leg
rests, push handles.
Plastic: Hand grips, castor forks, tube plugs, castor wheels,
footplates, arm pads and 12" wheel/tyre, wheels, side
guards.
Packaging: Low density polythene bag, cardboard box.
Upholstery: Woven polyester with PVC coatings and expanded
combustion modified foam.
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.