How Should I Maintain My Manual Wheelchairs?

Maintaining manual wheelchairs can be compared to maintaining a car - once in a while they need to be tuned up, checked up on, and cleaned! You can really extend the life of your manual wheelchairs if you simply spend a little time keeping them in good, working shape! One of the things that most experts suggest when it comes to manual wheelchairs, knee walkers and rolling walkers is to check for loose or missing nuts and bolts at least once a month. It's important to remember that this is a piece of equipment that is helping you walk and get around.

If you are missing a nut or a bolt or something is loose, you could end up hurting yourself by not tightening it up or getting someone to do it for you. If it’s under warranty you can always call the support center and find where you can have your item repaired. Next, you should check your axles, tires and wheels under the equipment. Make sure everything glides smoothly and that you don't hear any creaking or clicking noises. If you do, check your Owner’s Manual to see how to fix it.

You also may need to change your tires if you use your mobile product a lot. To clean the chair, simply use a clean damp rag every few weeks to get rid of spots, dirt and dust. These rules can be applied to a rolling walker with seat as well as a commode chair. If the item becomes too dirty you could also try using soap and water.