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Adjusting Footrest Height
• Using the supplied allen key loosen the bolt
• Re-position the footrest at the desired height
• Tighten the bolt
Adjusting Footrest Angle
• Using the supplied allen key loosen the bolt
• Re-position the footrest into the desired angle
• Tighten the bolt
Adjusting the Front Fork Angle
• Using the supplied allen key loosen the bolt
• Re-position the front fork into the desired angle
• Tighten the bolt
Wheelchair is steering/pulling to one side
• Make sure the rear wheels axle pins have been inserted correctly
• Make sure the end user is able to evenly distribute his/her weight on the wheelchair
• Make sure one push rim has not been mounted more tightly than the other
• Ensure both front castors forks are adjusted to the same angle at the frame mounts
The wheelchair moves slowly
• Ensure rear wheels axle pins have been inserted correctly
• Remove any hair or dirt from castor and rear wheel axles
• Make sure there is not too much weight applied to the castors, otherwise adjust the
centre of gravity
• Ensure user clothing is not interfering with movement of the rear wheels
• Ensure both brakes are disengaged
The wheelchair does not turn smoothly
• Make sure the front fork bolts are not over tightened which can restrict front castor
wheel rotation
• Remove any hair or dirt from castor axles
• Ensure both brakes are disengaged
5. TROUBLESHOOTING
