Invacare XP6500 manual Inspect/Adjust Weekly, Inspect/Adjust Monthly, Inspect/Adjust Periodically

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SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING

Inspect tires for flat spots and wear. If tires are pneumatic, check for proper inflation.

Seat and/or back upholstery have no rips and do not sag. Replace if necessary.

Inspect/Adjust Weekly

Seat is secured to wheelchair frame.

Seat release latch is not worn and is functional. Replace if necessary.

Inspect tires for flat spots and wear. If the tires are pneumatic, check for proper inflation.

Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure.

Ensure that casters are free of debris.

Ensure arm pivot points are not worn and/or loose. Replace if necessary.

Inspect/Adjust Monthly

Ensure wheel mounting nuts are secure on drive wheels.

Ensure no excessive side movement or binding occurs when drive wheels are lifted and spun when disengaged (free-wheeling).

Ensure that drive wheel axle bolts and locking tab washers are secure.

Ensure that casters are free of debris.

Inspect caster assembly has proper tension when caster is spun. Caster should come to a gradual stop.

Loosen/tighten caster locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop.

Ensure that the wheel locks engage properly and do not interfere with the tires when rolling. Also, ensure that the pivot points are free of wear and looseness.

Inspect the seat positioning strap for signs of wear. Replace if worn or damaged.

Ensure that the buckle on the seat positioning strap latches. Replace if necessary.

Verify that the hardware that attaches the seat positioning strap to the seat frame is secure and undamaged. Replace if necessary.

Inspect/Adjust Periodically

Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).

Ensure that casters are free of debris.

Ensure that all fasteners on the clothing guards are secure.

Ensure arms are secure but easy to release and adjustment levers engage properly.

Ensure adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.

Ensure arm pivot points are not worn and/or loose. Replace if necessary.

Ensure armrest pads sit flush against arm tubes.

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Contents XP6500 XP6520 Page Table of Contents Front Riggings Wheelchair OperationArms Seat and BackBatteries Limited WarrantyCLUTCH/MOTOR Lock Wheel LocksSpecial Notes Signal Word MeaningSpecial Notes Wheelchair TIE-DOWN Restraints and Seat RestraintsSpecial Notes XP6500 XP6520 Typical Product ParametersImportant Notice Label LocationsGeneral Guidelines Controller Settings/Repair or ServiceOperating Information General Guidelines Tire Pressure Electrical AccessoriesBatteries Charging Batteries Rain Test Grounding InstructionsWeight Limitation Weight TrainingEMI Information EMI InformationEMI Information Stability and Balance SAFETY/HANDLING of WheelchairsCoping With Everyday Obstacles Tipping Curbs TippingLifting/Stairways Escalators Warning Transferring to and From Other SeatsReaching, Leaning and Bending Forward Percentage of Weight DistributionReaching, Leaning and Bending Forward Reaching and Bending BackwardSafety Inspection Checklists Safety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTINGInspect/Adjust Initially Inspect/Adjust Monthly Inspect/Adjust WeeklyInspect/Adjust Periodically Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting MechanicalSymptom Probable Cause Solutions DON’T Checking Battery Charge LevelWheelchair Operation Joystick Switches and IndicatorsInformation Gauge Display Joystick Switches and IndicatorsWheelchair Operation Display Description Definition Comments Using the Horn Turning the Power On/OffUsing the Joystick to Drive the Chair Operating the WheelchairReverse Movement ActionInstalling Installing/Removing/Using the Footrest/LegrestFront Riggings Using Adjusting the Footrest HeightRemoving Replacing the Heel Loop Raising/Lowering the Legrest AssemblyRaising/Lowering the Legrest Assembly Arms Adjusting Armrest HeightReplacing Armrest Pad Swing-Back ArmsReplacing the Seat Upholstery Seat and BackSeat Depth Number of Screws Replacing the Back Upholstery Replacing the Back UpholsteryAdjusting the Back Height Adjusting the Back HeightReplacing Seat Positioning Strap Replacing Seat Positioning StrapPreparing the Joystick for Use JoystickRepositioning the Joystick Repositioning the JoystickCasters Adjusting ForksBatteries When to Charge BatteriesCharging Batteries Description and Use of Battery ChargersTools Quantity Comments Recommended Battery Types Connecting the Battery ChargerQTY Volts Battery Remarks Width Replacing the BatteriesCleaning Battery Terminals Removing/Installing the Battery BoxesImmediately Removing/Installing Battery Boxes Installing/Removing Battery TrayTool QTY Comments Installing/Removing Batteries Into/From Battery BoxesInstalling/Removing Batteries Into/From Battery Boxes Connecting Battery CablesBatteries Replacing Battery Box Retaining Strap Replacing Battery Box Retaining Strap Engaging/Disengaging the Clutches CLUTCH/MOTOR LockInstalling/Adjusting Installing/Adjusting/Using the Wheel LocksWheel Locks Installing/Adjusting/Using the Wheel Locks Adjusting Height Installing/Removing/Adjusting Anti-TippersANTI-TIPPERS Installing/Removing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers Transporting the Wheelchair TransportingUnfolding/Folding the Wheelchair Transporting the Wheelchair Limited Warranty Probasics