Invacare Action Vertic, User Manual

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Troubleshooting
9.2 Identifying and repairing faults
Fault Possible cause Action
Incorrect tire pressure on one rear wheel Correct tire pressure, → 3.9 Tires, page 21 The wheelchair does not
travel in a straight line
One or more spokes broken
Replace faulty spoke(s), → authorized dealer
Spokes tightened unevenly Tighten loose spokes, → authorized dealer
Front wheel bearings are dirty or damaged Clean or replace the bearings, → authorized
dealer
Incorrect tire pressure in one or both rear
tires Correct tire pressure, → 3.9 Tires, page 21 The brakes are gripping
poorly or asymmetrically
Brake setting incorrect Correct the brake setting, → authorized dealer
Tire pressure in rear tires is too low Correct tire pressure, → 3.9 Tires, page 21 Rolling resistance is very
high
Rear wheels not parallel Ensure the rear wheels are parallel, → authorized
dealer
Too little tension in front wheel bearing block Tighten the nut on the bearing block axle slightly,
→ authorized dealer The front wheels wobble
when moving fast
Front wheel has worn smooth Change front wheel, → authorized dealer
The front wheel is stiff or
stuck Bearings are dirty or faulty Clean or replace the bearings, → authorized
dealer
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