Checks to be made

	On delivery	Weekly inspection/adjustment	Monthly inspection/adjustment	Regular inspection/adjustment



1. General
the wheelchair unfolds and folds easily				
the wheelchair moves in a straight line (no resistance or drag)		
2. Manual brakes
the manual brakes do not touch the tyres when moving			
the manual brakes are easy to operate				
the joints are not worn and do not show signs of play			
3. Cross bars
examine them to check that they are not worn or bent				
4. Clothing protectors / armrest upholstery
check that all fixings are in position and tightened				
5. Armrests
firmly attached but easy to remove				
6. Arm supports
check that the padding is in good condition				
7. Seat and backrest upholstery
check that it is in good condition	
8. 22" and 24" wheels
wheel nut and sealed bearings correctly tightened				
no excessive lateral movement or binding when they are lifted from the ground
and turned, quick release axles correctly locked			
9. Handrims
check for rough patches				
10. Spokes
inspect the spokes in case any are bent, broken or slack		
11. 6" or 8" castors
check the axle to ensure that it is correctly tightened, by turning the castor
the castor should stop gradually		
12. Fork / Steering tube
check that all the fittings are in place		
13. Pneumatic and solid tyres
if the wheelchair has pneumatic tyres, check that they are correctly inflated
(the pressure is shown on the sidewall), if the wheelchair has solid tyres,
check the running surface		
14. Cleaning
Clean all parts	
Clean the seat and backrest upholstery with soapy water	

Clean all parts without using any cleaning product. Upholstery should be washed or wiped clean using soap and water only. No other product is recommended for the maintenance of upholstery.