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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
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.