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Headrest
• Attaches to all Karma owners’
(manual) wheelchairs.
CAUTION:
Attaching accessories may alter the overall stability and center-of-gravity of the
chair. Thus, this should be performed by your approved repairer and therapist.
7. TROUBLESHOOTING
Trouble or Problems with Your Wheelchair
You can inspect the following before taking your wheelchair to a Karma
wheelchair dealer.
Problem
Checking Points and Corrective Action
1.Chair Veers
Right/Left
• Check tires for correct and equal pressure
• Check caster bracket angle
• Check that rear wheels are equally spaced from the
seat frame
2. Sluggish Turn or
Performance
• Check tires for correct and equal pressure
• Check for loose nuts and bolts
3. Caster Flutter/Wobble • Check tires for correct and equal pressure
• Check for loose nuts and bolts
• Check caster bracket angle
4. Squeaks and Rattles
• Check for loose nuts and bolts
5. Looseness in Chair
• Check for loose nuts and bolts
If you cannot solve the problem by yourself, contact your
Karma wheelchair dealer for help.