7 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE
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7.2
Maintenance
Maintenance Safety Precautions
Suggested Maintenance Procedures
1.
Before using your wheelchair, make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. Check all parts for damage or wear and replace. Check all parts for proper
adjustment.
2.
Keep quick/quad-release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and proper operation. Refer to Adjusting Quick-Release Axles on
3.
Clean quick-release axles once a week with a Teflon lubricant.
4.
Recommended tire pressure is listed on the sidewall of the tire.
WARNING
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely -
otherwise injury or damage may occur.
CAUTION
DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to the frame tubing.
WARNING
DO NOT use WD-40, 3-in-1 oil, or other penetrating lubricants on quick-release axles. Otherwise, binding and/or damage
to the wheelchair may occur.
WARNING
DO NOT use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.).
DO NOT overinflate the tires. Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm.
The recommended tire pressure is on the sidewall of the tire.
