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• When going up a curb or step, face forward and
tilt the chair back to lift the front wheels over the
curb. Move forward and lift the rear wheels over
the curb. The Trekker curb clearance is 7.5”, the
curb clearance with the storage basket is 2.2”.
User Maintenance
The following maintenance procedures should be conducted on a regular basis:
examine your Convaid product visually from time to time for possible wear and tear.
Teflon spray* should be applied to frame and moving parts to maintain easy folding
and adjustment.
a) Tire Air Pressure:
The air pressure in your pneumatic tires should be
checked WEEKLY, since low air pressure may affect brake ability.
b) Axles and Moving Parts:
Axles and moving parts should be wiped off
WEEKLY with a slightly moist cloth, to remove dust, dirt and mud.
Sparingly apply a high quality Teflon spray* after each cleaning. Do Not use
WD-40, silicone sprays or other lubricant sprays as they will attract dust and dirt.
c) Repair or replace loose, worn, bent, missing or damaged parts
before using the chair!
• Maintain control of the chair at all
times while going up/down ramp. Avoid
steep slopes, particularly with a heavy
occupant. If in doubt, do not attempt a
descent unless a third party is present to
help maintain control of chair.
• When going down a curb, approach the
curb backwards. Lower the rear wheels
down the curb and continue backwards,
taking the weight off the front wheels so
they can be gently lowered.
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