warning
Do not attempt to operate on inclines or ramps 10° or
greater without proper assistance. If you must stop on an
incline, avoid sudden abrupt movement when you resume
movement. Because of backward angle of the chair, sud-
den abrupt movement could cause instability. Attempting
to use the wheel lock brakes could result in accidental
locking, tipping to one side, or cause a sudden stop.
Avoid changing direction when going down an incline, as
this could result in instability or tipping over.
Do not operate this wheelchair on roadways, streets or
any surfaces with vehicular traffic.
Be sure to completely engage wheel locks when getting in
and out of wheelchair or when in elevator or wheelchair
lift.
Do not adjust footrests any lower than 2.5” from floor.
When getting in or out of wheelchair, do not stand on or
apply weight to footrests.
Do not lean over or apply weight to the top of wheelchair
back. This can cause wheelchair to tip over. When trying
to extend arms over back, only reach as far as your arm
can extend without having to alter your seating position.
DO NOT stand on wheelchair.
Anti-tippers MUST BE attached at all times. Inasmuch as
the ANTI-TIPPERS are an option on this wheelchair (you
may order with or without the anti-tippers), Drive strongly
recommends ordering the anti-tippers as an additional
safeguard for the wheelchair user.
Wipe aluminum parts with a clean, soft cloth at least once
a week. All metal parts can be cleaned with auto wax or
similar products. If exposed to moisture, dry immediately.
Do not use abrasive cleanser that will scratch the finish.
Tires should be cleaned occasionally with a damp cloth.
Replace if tires become severely worn or cracking
appears.
Front Wheels should be checked periodically and lubri-
cated occasionally. Lubricate by removing fork and greas-
ing caster stem bearings. Lubricate wheel bearings by
removing wheel from fork. Reassemble fork and wheel by
tightening nuts until no play remains, but wheels roll free-
ly. If nut is too loose, wheel will shimmy, if too tight, chair
will be hard to steer.
Rear Wheels should be inspected at least once a month
and make sure it spins freely. To adjust the play, remove
the wheel and with a wrench on the axle nut and on the
flat end on the other side adjust the length of the axle
until the wheel has the least amount of side play when
the plunger pops out.
Wheelchair is designed to be safe and stable as long as
center of gravity is maintained while going about normal
activities. Care must be taken while performing activities
that shift your center of gravity in the chair. Never reach
so far that it requires you to shift in the seat or bend over
out of the chair. When you have to reach for objects that
require you to lean, be certain front wheels are pointing
in a forward position that extends the wheel base and will
stabilize the chair.
general care
warning
