Tires
1. Keep tires inflated at the proper pressure. The pressure is always stamped on the tire. Use a hand pump or a small electric pump with a gauge. Do not use a gas station air hose. Wheelchair tires have very small volume and it is very easy to explode a tire. Keeping the tires inflated will increase tire life, decrease rolling resistance, and keep the wheel locks effective.
2. Replace worn tires promptly. Don't wait until the black cords of the tire show. Tires are much less prone to flats if they have adequate tread. Wheel locks will work better with good tires.
3. Check your tires regularly. Sometimes a puncture will cause a slow leak that is not obvious. If you do find a small nail in the tire, leave it in place to seal the leak and get the flat fixed.
