Ok got that thanks... but still doesn't solve my inability to get the allan key in to fix the arm or get my own castors off i have a helio chair is canadian made its all the adjustments on my pwoer chwir thst drive me nuts Thanks
How does one learn all these things about wheelchairs? I don't even know all these parts And what if you have hand issues? Who do you get to service your wheelchairs if you cant do it yourself? I am so frustrated with things i cant do. Is there a good drawing somewhere that just names all the main parts of manual and power wheelchair? Thanks a lot everybody
Usually you can download a detailed maintenance and repair manual directly from the manufacturer. Getting the work done is another matter, especially with hand issues. Some work, especially wheel-related on manual chair, can be done by specialty bicycle shops. You can order parts sent to them, or sometimes they will handle this. Manufacturers should be able to advise you on service options in your area for more major repair on manual chair or anything on power chair. Maybe there is someone in your community who enjoys mechanical work and would be willing to learn how to do maintenance for you on a regular basis. You could barter, just have to discover something they would like that you can do.
Thanks truwrecks these just might do it, i couldnt grab the little ends of the ones i have. Interesting wavewolf with power chairs there,s a hidden service manual only available to certified service people so those of us who own the chairs dont screw around with them i guess. I know there are ways to get them. Just time to do everything on the to do list wavewolf
Ok got that thanks... but still doesn't solve my inability to get the allan key in to fix the arm or get my own castors off i have a helio chair is canadian made its all the adjustments on my pwoer chwir thst drive me nuts Thanks
DJ , it's an expensive part, and I am in contact with NDAD (North Dakota Association for the Disabled) about getting me a TiLite TRA. Just need a physical therapist evaluation and an estimate and I should be in the clear for getting my dream chair!
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I like these chairs, I have one for daily use and another for the gym.
Well this afternoon was my maintenance time. Pulled all my wheels, cleaned hair from casters and lubricated all the bearings. Lubed all mechanical joints. Cleaned sand and dirt from the w/c body. My target was a persistent squeak...all that and it's still there! I think it's coming from my right tire...tomorrow I'll rotate my tires and see if the sound moves. I gotta get new tires soon so maybe that will quiet things up