Invacare TerminatorTM SS manual Safety Inspection Checklist, Section Safety Inspection

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SAFETY INSPECTION

SECTION 2

SAFETY INSPECTION

 

 

Section 2 - Safety Inspection - includes the following:

Safety Inspection Checklist

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

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. Clean upholstery with mild soap and water or spray disinfectant using a sponge. DO NOT use bleach or wash in a washing machine.

SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST

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

 

 

 

 

Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag/pull to one side).

X

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

WHEEL LOCKS

 

 

 

 

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

 

 

 

 

 

SEAT AND BACK UPHOLSTERY

 

 

 

 

Inspect for rips or sagging.

X

 

 

X

Inspect fastening flaps to ensure they securely latch.

X

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

REAR WHEELS

 

 

 

 

Quick release axles and camber inserts are clean.

X

X

 

 

Adjustable Axle Position Camber Bar is securely tightened.

X

 

X

X

Quick/Quad release axles lock properly.

X

X

 

 

No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun.

X

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

HANDRIMS

 

 

 

 

Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling.

X

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

SPOKES

 

 

 

 

Inspect for bent or broken spokes.

X

X

 

 

All spokes uniformly tight.

X

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FRONT CASTER

 

 

 

 

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 if damaged.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TIRES

 

 

 

 

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 if damaged.

 

 

 

 

ELASTOMERS

 

 

 

 

Inspect elastomers for proper lubrication.

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

CLEANING

 

 

 

 

Clean upholstery and armrests.

X

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Terminator SS Wheelchair TIE-DOWN Restraints and Seat Positioning Straps Special NotesSpecial Notes Table of Contents Limited Warranty Specifications SpecificationsGeneral Guidelines StabilityOperating Information Section General GuidelinesDo not operate on roads, streets or highways General Guidelines SectionDo not tip the wheelchair without assistance Tire Pressure and Information Weight TrainingWeight Limitation Coping with Everyday Obstacles SAFETY/HANDLING of WheelchairsStability and Balance Shortening Lengthening Percentage of Weight DistributionUnoccupied Occupied REACHING, Leaning Backwards TippingREACHING, Leaning Bending Forward Tipping Curbs StairwaysTransferring to and from Other Seats ESCALATORS? SorrySection Safety Inspection Safety Inspection ChecklistSafety Inspection Maintenance Safety Precautions TroubleshootingMaintenance Suggested Maintenance ProceduresSafety Inspection Back Section BackSection Back Back Angle to Seat Rail Adjusting Top End Back Upholstery TOP END Back Upholstery FigureSection Back Replacing Top End Back UpholsteryReplacing Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery Custom Manual Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery FigureAdjustable Tension Straps Fastening Strap Hole Back NumberSeat Section SeatSeat Section Replacing Custom Manual Screw on Seat UpholsterySection Wheels REMOVING/INSTALLING Rear Wheels FigureWheels Adjusting QUICK-RELEASE Axles Figure Wheels SectionAND/OR OUT Installing QUAD-RELEASE Axles FigureAdjusting QUAD-RELEASE Handles Figure Handrim Replacement Figure Removing Play from Rear WheelsCamber Clamps REPAIRING/REPLACING Rear WHEEL, TIRE/TUBEOPENING/CLOSING Clamps Figure Open Receiver Tube ClampsCamber Clamps Quick Release Lever Standard Closed Position Receiver Tube ClampsA4 Camber System Figure Adjusting Rear Wheel CamberCamber Tube Determining TOE IN/TOE OUT Figures 8 Determining TOE TOE OUT Measuring Centerlines of Rear WheelsCamber Tube 2000 Figure Adjusting TOE IN/TOE OUTCourse Adjustment Figure A4 Camber SystemAdjusting TOE IN/TOE OUT A4 Camber System Course Adjustment Fine Adjustment Figure Adjusting TOE IN/TOE OUT A4 Camber System Fine AdjustmentEnds of the Indexing Adjusting Center of GravityNever Operate Wheelchair with Both Tape ShowingTube Adjusting Wheelbase WidthWheelbase Width Camber Rear Replacing Axle Tube FigureFront Wheelchair CamberAdjusting the Axle Tube Axle Tube Camber Tube TOE IN/TOE OUT Measurement is Within ±1/8-INCH TOE IN/TOE OUT Measurement is not Within ±1/8-INCHSuspension Caster REPLACING/ADJUSTING Casters FigureNON-SUSPENSION Caster Adjusting Front Caster Height Figure Adjusting Front Caster HeightWheel Lock Adjustment Wheel Lock ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT FigureAdjusting the High/Low Mount Wheel Lock Replacing the High/Low Mount Wheel LockIf Replacing the Footrest ADJUSTING/REPLACING Standard Footrest FigureIf Replacing or Adjusting the Footrest Footrest / ANTI-TIPPERAdjusting INSTALLING/ADJUSTING Optional A4 Footrest FigureInstalling Footplate Angle AdjustmentFootplate Depth Adjustment DepthAdjustment ANTI-TIPPER REPLACEMENT/ADJUSTMENT FigureReplacement Suspension Elastomers and SuspensionReplacing Rear Elastomers Figure Section SuspensionSuspension Section Replacing Rear ElastomersReplacing Front Elastomers Figure Detail CRemoving Suspension Tubes REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING Suspension Tubes FigureInstalling Suspension Tubes Detail B Suspension Tube HardwareAdjusting SEAT-TO-FLOOR Height Figure Adjusting SEAT-TO Floor HeightRepositioning the Axle Tube Figure Clamp Position Must be INVERTED- Proceed to StepProcedure Suspension Detail C Axle Tube PositionsReverse Suspension ProcedureRepositioning Quick Release Levers Figure Side View of Camber Clamp with Quick Release LeverTerminator SS Warranty WarrantyCanada