Invacare SX Safety Inspection Checklist, Initially Inspect Adjust Weekly Monthly Periodically

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S A F E T

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SAFETY INSPECTION CHECK LIST

SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST

NOTE: Every six (6) months take your wheelchair to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. To operate properly and safely, your wheelchair must be cared for just like any other vehicle. Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair.

Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure and preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures:

ITEM

INITIALLY

INSPECT/

INSPECT/

INSPECT/

 

 

ADJUST

ADJUST

ADJUST

 

 

WEEKLY

MONTHLY

PERIODICALLY

GENERAL (TROUBLESHOOTING)

 

 

 

 

Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to

 

 

 

 

one side).

X

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

FRAME AND CROSSBRACES

 

 

 

 

Inspect for loose or missing hardware.

X

 

 

X

Inspect for bent frame or crossbraces.

X

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

WHEEL LOCKS (PROCEDURE 6)

 

 

 

 

Do not interfere with tires when rolling.

X

 

X

 

Pivot points free of wear and looseness.

X

 

X

 

Wheel locks easy to engage.

X

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

RECLINER (PROCEDURE 8)

 

 

 

 

Inspect reclining mechanisms to ensure they are

 

 

 

 

clean and work freely.

X

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

SEAT AND BACK UPHOLSTERY (PROCEDURE 3)

 

 

 

 

Inspect for rips or sagging.

X

 

 

X

Inspect for loose or broken hardware.

X

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

TIRES (PROCEDURES 4 and 5)

 

 

 

 

Inspect for flat spots and wear.

X

X

 

 

If pneumatic tires, check for proper inflation.

X

X

 

 

CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and

 

 

 

 

tires should be checked periodically for cracks and

 

 

 

 

wear, and should be replaced.

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

REAR WHEELS (PROCEDURE 4)

 

 

 

 

No excessive side movement or binding when lifted

 

 

 

 

and spun.

X

 

 

X

If equipped, quick-release axles lock properly.

X

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HANDRIMS (PROCEDURE 4)

 

 

 

 

Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling.

X

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

SPOKES

 

 

 

 

Inspect for cracked or broken spokes.

X

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FRONT CASTER (PROCEDURE 5)

 

 

 

 

Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by

 

 

 

 

spinning caster; caster should come to a gradual stop.

X

X

 

 

Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or

 

 

 

 

binds to a stop.

X

 

X

 

Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.

X

 

X

X

CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and

 

 

 

 

tires should be checked periodically for cracks and

 

 

 

 

wear, and should be replaced.

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

CLEANING

 

 

 

 

Clean upholstery and armrests.

X

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Tracer R SX Tracer R SX Recliner Tracer R Titan Tracer R DLX I N G Table of Contents Special Notes Wheelchair TIE-DOWN Restraints and Seat Positioning StrapsSafety Summary Operating InformationTo Healthcare PROFESSIONALS/ASSISTANTS Stability and Balance SAFETY/HANDLING of WheelchairsPercentage of Weight Distribution Coping with Everyday ObstaclesREACHING, Leaning Backwards REACHING, Leaning Bending ForwardFunctional Reach from a Wheelchair Without Step Tubes TippingTipping Curbs Method 1 Wheelchair Tipping Curbs Method 1 Wheelchair with Step TubesStairways Transferring to and from Other SeatsRecliner Models Folding and Unfolding the WheelchairOpening ClosingSpecifications I F I C a T I O N ST I O N S Safety Inspection Checklist Initially Inspect Adjust Weekly Monthly PeriodicallyMaintenance Safety Precautions TroubleshootingMaintenance Suggested Maintenance ProceduresSwingaway Footrest Height Adjustment Figure Heel Loop Replacement FigureSwingaway Footrest Assembly Installation Figure Elevating Legrest Assembly Installation Figure Adjusting the Elevating Legrest Assembly FigureWhelchairs Equipped With Height Adjustment Knobs Figure Adjusting Armrest Height Adjustable Height Arms onlyWheelchairs Equipped With Height Adjustment Levers Figure Removing or Replacing Armrest Figure Using or Replacing FLIP-BACK Armrest FigureUsing ReplacingReplacing SCREW-ON Back Upholstery Figure Assembling the Back Cane to the Wheelchair FigureReplacing the SLIP-ON Back Upholstery Figure Replacing Seat Upholstery Figure Adjusting Seat Depth FigureAdjusting Seat Width Figure Tracer DLX Built Before March 13 Permanent Axles Figure REMOVING/INSTALLING the Rear WheelsQuick-Release Axles Figure Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim Figure REPLACING/REPAIRING Rear Wheel TIRE/TUBEAdjusting the QUICK-RELEASE Axle Figure REPLACING/REPAIRING Front Caster TIRE/TUBE Front Caster Mounting Adjustments FigureAdjusting The Anti-tippers Figure INSTALLING/ADJUSTING the ANTI-TIPPERSInstalling The Anti-tippers Figures 1 Wheel Lock Adjustment Figure Wheel Lock AdjustmentProcedure SEAT-TO-FLOOR Height Changing SEAT-TO-FLOOR HeightChanging SEAT-TO-FLOOR Height Recliner Frame Style Recliner Operation Figure C L I N E RHeadrest Upholstery Figure Replacing the HEADREST/BACK UpholsteryReplacing the Headrest Pillow Figure Back Upholstery FigureRemoving REMOVING/INSTALLING the Spreader BAR FigureInstalling REMOVING/INSTALLING the Rear Wheels Figure REMOVING/INSTALLING Rear WheelsInstalling the Amputee Bracket Figure Installing the Amputee BracketSafety and Maintenance Installing the Seat Positioning Strap FigureInstalling the Crutch and Cane Carrier Figure Installing the Telescoping I.V. ROD MountingRepositioning The Upper Attachment Figure Repositioning the Upper MountPage Limited Warranty Tracer DLXOne Invacare Way
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