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SLUGGISH WHEEL SQUEAKS LOOSENESS SOLUTIONS
VEERS VEERS TURN OR FLUTTERS AND IN
RIGHT LEFT PERFORMANCE RATTLES EXCELERATOR
XXXX Check tires for correct and
equal pressure.
XXX XCheck for loose axle nuts.
XXCheck spokes and nipples.
XXXCheck chain for proper ten-
sion and adjustment.
XXCheck that goose neck fitt-
ings are secure.
TROUBLESHOOTING
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Safety Precautions
WARNING
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BE-
FORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tight-
ened securely - otherwise injury or damage may
result.
CAUTION
DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the
frame. This could cause damage to the frame tub-
ing.
Suggested Maintenance Procedures
1. Before using your Excelerator, make sure all nuts and
bolts are tight. Check all parts for damage or wear and
replace. Check all parts for proper adjustment.
2. Check parking brake cable and shifter adjustment
cables for proper adjustment and operation. Refer to
PROCEDURES 6 AND 7 of this manual.
3. If equipped, keep quick release axles free of dirt and
lint to ensure positive locking and proper operation. Refer
to
INSTALLING/ADJUSTING THE REAR WHEEL
AND QUICK-RELEASE AXLES - EXCELERATOR
AND LI'L EXCELERATOR in PROCEDURE 4 of this
manual. Oil quick-release axles at least once (1) a month
(3-in-1
®
oil or equivalent).
WARNING
Do not use the wheelchair unless it has the proper
tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT overinflate the tires.
Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the
tire to explode and cause bodily harm.
4. Recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall
of the tire. If tire needs replaced, see local bike shop.
CAUTION
As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should
be checked periodically for cracks and wear,
and should be replaced.
5. The wheels and tires should be checked periodi-
cally for cracks and wear, and should be replaced.
6. Check chain for slack and readjust. Refer to
EXCELERATOR / LI'L EXCELERATOR CHAIN AD-
JUSTMENT in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual.
7. Regularly check for loose spokes in the front and
rear wheels. If loose, have them aligned at your local
bike shop.
8. If equipped, check tension spring for proper operation.
Refer to
EXCELERATOR/LI'L EXCELERATOR TEN-
SION SPRING INSTALLATION in PROCEDURE 5 of
this manual.
9. Check Upholstery for sagging, rips or tears Refer to
BACK UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT or SEAT
UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT in PROCEDURE
10 of this manual.
10. Check alignment of front wheel. If it wobbles or takes
too much effort to turn by hand, have it aligned at
your local bike shop.
PROCEDURE 2
SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING/MAINTENANCE
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