SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING
SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/ TROUBLESHOOTING
NOTE: Every six months or as necessary take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer 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.
Safety Inspection Checklists
CAUTION
As with any vehicle, wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced as necessary.
Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure needs and preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures:
Inspect/Adjust Initially
❑Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
❑Ensure arms are secure but easy to release and adjustment levers engage properly (on ASBA only).
❑Ensure adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.
❑Ensure armrest pads sit flush against arm tubes.
❑Ensure seat is secured to wheelchair frame.
❑Ensure seat release latch is functional. Replace if necessary.
❑Ensure wheel mounting nuts are secure on drive wheels.
❑Ensure there is no excessive side movement or binding when drive wheels are lifted and spun when disengaged (freewheeling).
❑Ensure wheel/fork 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 all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure.
❑Inspect tires for flat spots and wear.
❑Inspect and clean the stability lock gears.
❑Clean upholstery and armrests.
❑Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary.
❑Ensure casters are free of debris.
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