28
5PX1-INS-LAB-RevC14 • Paramount XD User Manual
8 TROUBLESHOOTING
Continual use of your Paramount XD necessitates maintenance,
especially if the factory-set adjustments have been altered. The
following troubleshooting guide lists several common problems that
may occur, and offers corrective actions for each. If you are unsure of
the solution or unable to diagnose the problem, do not hesitate to ask
your Graham-Field authorized distributor for assistance.
Nuts and / or bolts may be loose. If so, tighten.
Bolts should be snug.
Rear wheels and / or casters may be adjusted
improperly. Ensure that both rear wheels are
mounted in identical positions, and that casters
are mounted in identical positions.
Caster stem(s) may be adjusted improperly.
See distributor to correct adjustment.
looseness in wheelchair
squeaks / rattles
caster flutter
sluggish turning
chair veers left
chair veers right
SYMPTOM
PROBABLE CAUSE AND
CORRECTIVE ACTION
CAUTION: A complete inspection of your wheelchair,
including maintenance, servicing and safety checks, should
be performed by a Graham-Field authorized distributor at
least every six months.
WARNING: Unauthorized modification or the use of non-
Everest & Jennings replacement parts could change the
structure of the wheelchair, void the warranty, and create a
hazardous condition, which could result in serious personal
injury.
Summary of Contents for Paramount XD
Page 31: ......