T R O U B L E S H O O T I N
TROUBLESHOOTING/MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
CHAIR VEERS | SLUGGISH TURN/ | CASTERS | SQUEAKS AND | LOOSENESS | CHAIR 3 | SOLUTIONS |
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MAINTENANCE
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M A I N T E N A N C E
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attach- ing hardware is tightened securely - oth- erwise injury or damage may result.
CAUTION
DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to the frame tubing.
SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
1.Before using your Tracer Series wheelchair, make sure allnutsandboltsaretight.Checkallpartsfordamageor wearandreplace.Checkallpartsforproperadjustment.
WARNING
DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT overinflate the tires. Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm.
2.If tires are pneumatic, recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire.
3.The wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced when necessary by your authorized dealer or by a qualified technician.
4.Periodically check handrims to ensure they are se- curely attached to the rear wheels. Refer to REPLAC- ING REAR WHEEL HANDRIM in PROCEDURE 4 of this manual.
5.Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire wear. Refer to WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual.
6.Periodically check front caster and rear wheel hubs to make sure they are clean.
7.Check Upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.
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