Top 3 maintenance tips for Electric Wheelchairs

Wheelchairs are designed to keep the user mobile and free of any obstacles that could prevent them from living their lives to the fullest. However, they do face a number of issues related to the upkeep and maintenance of the wheelchair. Here are three tips on how to maintain your wheelchair so that they can serve you for a long time.
 



A wheelchair is a piece of equipment that is used to support a person who has difficulty walking or moving on their own. Since the wheelchair has to be portable, it is designed to be lightweight and is made of plastic and aluminium.
 
Daily clean your electric wheelchair
 
Daily cleaning is a great way to ensure that your wheelchair is always clean and looking good. You don't have to spend a lot of time on it, just pour some soap in a bucket with warm water, add some water and soap and then clean the wheelchair with a soft sponge. Clean it after every ride. If you use your wheelchair every day, you should clean it every day as well. Take it apart as much as you can and clean every part separately. Pay attention to the footrests and wheels. Clean the headrest with a damp cloth and a mild detergent.
 
Maintain electric wheelchair batteries
 
The batteries in an electric wheelchair are essential for the operation of the wheelchair. When a wheelchair is used on a regular basis, the batteries need to be maintained, so that they last for a long time. A wheelchair battery is made up of a number of parts and it is important that each of these should be kept in good condition. The lifespan of a wheelchair battery will depend on how well it is maintained.
 
Maintain electric wheelchair tires & brakes
 
Wheelchair tires are the only part that touches the ground and have to endure the entire weight of the wheelchair, whatever the user and weather conditions. In addition, the wheelchair’s wheels are used on a daily basis and therefore subjected to intensive wear and tear. The wheelchair’s wheels are the ones that need the most maintenance. You should never let your wheelchair’s tires get completely worn out. A wheel with a smooth surface will not be able to support the weight of a wheelchair. Tires that are more worn on one side than the other indicate that it is time to replace them.
 
Conclusion
 
Wheelchairs are a necessity for many people, but unfortunately they can be expensive to maintain. This can be especially difficult for those who live on a limited budget and don’t want to sacrifice their mobility. Thankfully, there are some great tips to help you save money on wheelchairs for sale maintenance costs.
 

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