Trouble shooting
Wheelchair pulls to one side
• Check tyre pressure
• Check to make sure wheel turns easily (bearings, axle)
• Check to make sure both castors are making proper contact with
the ground
Castors begin to wobble
• 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 / Cross-tube assembly does not snap into position
in the seat saddle
• Chair is still new, i.e., the seat or backrest upholstery is still very
stiff. This will improve with time.
Wheelchair is difficult to fold up
• Adjustable backrest upholstery is too stiff. Loosen it accordingly.
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 and tyre pressure
• Check to see if rear wheels are adjusted differently
Torque
7 Nm
7 Nm
5 Nm
5 Nm
Torque:
If no other information is given, the torque for M6 screws is 7 Nm.
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Disposal / recycling of materials
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 de-
contamination of the wheelchair before disposal).
Aluminium: Castor forks, wheels, side frames, armrests, frame, leg
rests, push handles
Steel: Fasteners, QR axle
Plastic: Handgrips, tube plugs, castor wheels, footplates, armpads
and 12" wheel/tyre
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.
45 Nm
7 Nm
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.
30 Nm
7 Nm
7 Nm
7 Nm
7 Nm
12
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