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Item 67437
Adjusting Rear Wheel Locks
WARNING!
Do not attempt to stop a moving Wheelchair
with Wheel Locks (4). Wheel Locks are NOT brakes.
1. To adjust Wheel Locks, disengage lock and loosen
bolt and locknut that secure Rear Wheel (3) to frame.
2. Reposition Wheel Lock so that when brake is
engaged, lock shoe presses down 1/8” onto Rear
Wheel, holding Wheelchair in place. See Figure F.
3. Securely tighten the bolt and locknut,
securing the Wheel Lock to the frame.
4. Repeat the above steps until BOTH Wheel Locks
engage the lock shoe at least an 1/8” into the tire
when the Wheel Lock handle is pulled, and HOLDS
the occupied Wheelchair in place when used.
5. If the 1/8” measurement cannot be reached,
contact a qualified service technician.
Wheel
Lock (4)
Tire
Wheel
Lock Shoe
Bolt and
Locknut
Figure F
Maintenance and Servicing
Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must
be performed only by a qualified technician.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM WHEELCHAIR FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
1.
BEFORE EACH USE,
inspect the general
condition of the Wheelchair Check for loose
hardware, misalignment or binding of moving
parts, cracked or broken parts, and any other
condition that may affect its safe operation.
DO NOT USE A DAMAGED WHEELCHAIR.
2.
BEFORE EACH USE,
examine the Wheel Locks
for proper operation.
Make sure to adjust both Wheel Locks evenly.
DO NOT USE A WHEELCHAIR WITH DAMAGED
OR MALFUNCTIONING WHEEL LOCKS.
3.
Keep the rubber Rear Wheels free of oil
grease, dirt and debris at all times.
4.
To clean:
Wipe with clean, warm water and a
mild detergent. Then dry.
Do not use solvents.
5.
WHEN STORING,
fold the Wheelchair according
to the instructions detailed in this manual and
store in a safe, secure location out of reach
of children and non-authorized users.
Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Causes
Likely Solutions
Wheel Lock not
functioning properly.
Proper 1/8” distance between Wheel Lock Shoe
and Tire cannot be achieved.
Adjustment to Wheel Lock required.
Contact qualified service technician.
Wheel Chair is turning
too far to right/left.
Front Wheel Casters not adjusted properly.
Adjust Front Wheel Casters and Nut until
they swivel properly with equal free play.
Not enough support
to occupant’s back.
Back Pad is torn or damaged.
Replace Back Pad
Wheelchair not
folding properly.
1. Footrests are not raised.
2. Seat is damaged or torn.
1. Raise the Footrests.
2. Replace Seat.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the Wheelchair.
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