dealer with any questions or concerns regarding the safe operation and maintenance of your wheelchair. Regular maintenance is essen- tial for your safety and continued operation of your wheelchair.
Check tire wear
Examine tires at least once a week for surface wear and cracks and replace them as needed. Replace solid rubber tires when they become loose on the rims or cracks appear.
Check handrims
Check handrims at least once a week. Inspect each handrim for rough or sharp edges and, if any are found, replace handrims imme- diately. Ensure that all hardware is properly aligned and secure.
Check wheel lock engagement
Check wheel lock engagement at least once a week. See Adjust wheel locks in Section 5 to adjust wheel lock engagement. If a wheel lock is worn or damaged, replace it immediately. Inspect the hard- ware for looseness or signs of wear.
Ensure that the locking mechanism operates smoothly. The locking assembly should be tight enough so that the wheel can not rotate or the lock slip. Check that the locking shoe does not press against the tire when in the unlocked position. Excessive force should not be required to either engage or release wheel locks. Oil the wheel lock pivot points with one or two drops of 30 weight oil. Remove excess oil and dirt.
Check anti-tippers (optional)
Check the
Check handgrips
Check handgrips at least once a week. Ensure that they are not ripped; ensure that they are tight and securely fastened.
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