MAINTENANCE GUIDE
Your wheelchair is designed to give you many years of trouble-free
use with proper care. Some servicing can be done at home, but we
recommend that periodic maintenance be performed at your dealer.
Service frequency depends strongly on the type of use and your
dealer can best advise you on the time interval.
CLEANING
All chrome or powder coated parts can be cleaned with a mild
non-abrasive cleaner such as window cleaner. Stubborn spots or
rust can be removed with automotive chrome cleaner.
The arms and nylon upholstery should be cleaned with a mild soap
and water solution. Both should be rinsed well with clean water to
remove all soap residues. The molded wheels and casters should
also be cleaned with a mild soap and water solution.
LUBRICATION
Your wheelchair has been made with low friction plastic,
chromoly, aluminum and polished chrome to reduce friction and
wear. However a light use of thin lubricant, such as WD40 or
silicone spray will reduce friction and wear, making your chair
easier to use.
SAFETY AND HANDLING
The safe handling of your chair depends on understanding the
purpose and function of your particular wheelchair model.
Recognizing the chairs’ limitations will increase your confidence
level.
LEANING
Leaning should be avoided when possible, as this weight transfer
will reduce your chair’s stability. When leaning forward or
sideways make sure the casters are turned in the direction you are
leaning as this will lengthen the wheel base, increasing stability.
Also make sure the wheel locks are engaged, to prevent your chair
from rolling.
