User Manual
Issue No: 14 | 2015
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Suggested Maintenance Procedures
1. Before using your RGK 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 to
ensure positive locking and proper operation. Refer
to adjusting the quick-release axle or adjusting the
quad-release axle in Procedure 3 of this manual.
3. Clean and polish Quick-Release Axles once a
month – DO NOT OIL.
WARNING
Do not use the wheelchair unless it has the proper
tyre pressure (P.S.I). DO NOT over inflate the tyres.
Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the
tyre to explode and cause bodily harm.
4. Recommended tyre pressure is listed on the side
wall of the tyre.
5. The wheels and tyres should be checked
periodically for cracks and wear, and should be
replaced when necessary at your authorised
dealer.
6. Regularly check for loose spokes in the rear wheels.
If loose, have them adjusted at your authorised
dealer.
7. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are
secured to the rear wheels. Refer to handrim
replacement in procedure 5 of this manual.
8. Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tyre
wear. Refer to adjusting wheel locks in procedure 8
of this manual.
9. Periodically check castor wheel bearings to make
sure they are clean and free from moisture. Refer to
replacing your front castor wheels in procedure 7
of this manual.
10. Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears. Adjust
or replace as necessary
11. The seat upholstery is secured by means of Velcro
straps around the frame. The upholstery can easily
be removed from the frame by loosening the
straps under the seat. Refer to placing your seat
upholstery see procedure 2 of this manual.
12. The backrest upholstery is removed by loosening
the cover, detaching the centre pad and wings,
Refer to adjusting / replacing your upholstery see
procedure 1.
13. Wipe down the seat and backrest upholstery with
a clean damp cloth. It is important to keep the
wheelchair clean, both for your own comfort and
longevity of the chair. Clean the frame with a non-
abrasive cleaning agent.
WARNING
Do not reuse single use fasteners. Contact your
authorised dealer for more information.
User Manual | Troubleshooting Guide Mechanical
NOTE
Maintenance
It is recommended to clean and disinfect the frame
and upholstery frequently.
Store wheelchair in a cool, dry place out of direct
sunlight and in original packaging.
