E&J 3K01-INS-LAB-RevB13 manual Troubleshooting, Symptom

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7 TROUBLESHOOTING

Continual use of your Advantage Recliner necessitates maintenance, especially if the factory-set adjustments have been altered. The following 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 authorized distributor for assistance.

looseness in wheelchair

SYMPTOM

squeaks / rattles caster flutter sluggish turning chair veers left chair veers right

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PROBABLE CAUSE AND

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Nuts and / or bolts may be loose. If so, tighten. Bolts should be snug.

Rear wheels and / or casters may be adjusted improperly. Ensure that both rear wheels are mounted in identical positions, and that casters are mounted in identical positions.

Caster stem(s) may be adjusted improperly. See distributor to correct adjustment.

Info: Use only Everest & Jennings replacement parts. An Advantage Recliner parts catalog is available online at www.grahamfield.com to assist in the ordering of parts.

CAUTION: A complete inspection of your wheelchair, including maintenance, servicing and safety checks, should be performed by a Graham-Field authorized distributor at least every six months.

WARNING: Unauthorized modification or the use of non-Everest & Jennings replacement parts could change the structure of the wheelchair, void the warranty, and create a hazardous condition, which could result in serious personal injury.

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3K01-INS-LAB-RevB13 • Advantage Recliner User Manual

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Contents Recliner Contents Introduction Page Important Safety Precautions Page Page Getting Started Lowering and Raising Reclining Back Operation of ReclinerRemovable Headrest Balance Handling TipsTransfer Activities Forward or sideward Reaching / BendingBackward Ascent Ramps and InclinesDescent Curbs and Steps Adjustments Rear Wheels & Casters Arms Install armRemove arm Front Rigging Elevating LEGREST-DETACHABLE, SwingawayRemove elevating legrest Attach elevating legrestRaise elevating legrest Adjust Legrest ElevationLower elevating legrest Adjust legrest footplate extension length Crossbraces Tighten crossbracesAdjust wheel locks Wheel LocksMaintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance Maintenance ScheduleList of tools General careCheck tire wear Check handrims Check wheel lock engagement Check anti-tippers Check handgrips Check upholsteryCheck rear wheel adjustment Check armsCheck backposts / push handles Check elevating legrestsCheck casters Cleaning your Advantage ReclinerCheck wheel bearings Troubleshooting SymptomLimited Warranty Scope of WarrantyPage Adjustments Index