E&J GF0700137RevA07 manual Troubleshooting, Symptom

8 Troubleshooting

Continual use of your Paramount XD necessitates maintenance, especially if the factory-set adjustments have been altered. The fol- lowing troubleshooting guide lists several common problems that may occur, and offers corrective actions for each. If you are unsure of the solution or unable to diagnose the problem, do not hesitate to ask your Graham-Field Health Products dealer for assistance.

	SYMPTOM
looseness in wheelchair	squeaks / rattles	caster flutter	sluggish turning	chair veers left	chair veers right
						PROBABLE CAUSE AND
						CORRECTIVE ACTION
4	4	4	4			Nuts and/or bolts may be loose. If so, tighten.
						Bolts should be snug.
		4	4	4	4	Rear wheels and/or casters may be adjusted
						improperly. Insure that both rear wheels are
						mounted in identical positions, and that casters
						are mounted in identical positions.
		4	4	4	4	Caster stem(s) may be adjusted improperly.
						Correct adjustment.

Note: Use only Everest & Jennings replacement parts. A Paramount XD parts catalog is available at www.grahamfield.com to assist in the ordering of parts.

▲Caution: A complete inspection of your wheelchair, in- cluding maintenance, servicing and safety checks, should be performed by a Graham-Field Health Products dealer at least every six months.

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