Correcting Potential Stabilizer Bar Problem on

First Batch from PT DharmaAugust, 2011

Stabilizer Bar and Tab• The stabilizer bar and tab

are under the seat. • They provide a

convenience benefit of keeping the wheels parallel when the chair is folded

• Does not contribute to safety or comfort

• Without it, the RoughRider is fully functional

with without

Stabilizer Bar The potential problem:• The bolt (in photo) is

welded to the bar• Increases force on

stabilizer tab

Stabilizer Bar The potential problem:• The bolt is welded to the bar

and this increases force on stabilizer tab

• This can cause the weld between the frame and the Stabilizer Tab to break.

• It is unknown how often this will occur but has only been observed once

• The failure is not dangerous, just inconvenient

The SolutionHow to Easily Fix 1) Remove the stabilizer

bar completely from the frame using the included 17mm wrench

2) Use a bungee cord to hold the chair handles together when folded

Stabilizer Bar Removed

The SolutionHow to Easily Fix 1) Remove stabilizer bar2) Use a bungee cord to

hold the chair together at the pushing bar

Bungee In Use

Proposed SolutionEach user will be given:

1) A printed description of the potential malfunction in Español and how to correct for it.

2) Small bungee cord

After