Invacare 1101100, 60106X144, 1098348 Safety Inspection Checklist, Safety Inspection Procedure

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SAFETY INSPECTION

PROCEDURE 2

This Procedure includes the following:

Safety Inspection Checklist

Troubleshooting

Maintenance/Transport

SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST

NOTE: Every six (6) months take your wheelchair to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servic- ing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. To op- erate 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.

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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

Inspect folding front strap for wear and damage.

X

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SEAT AND BACK UPHOLSTERY - PROCEDURE 4

 

 

 

 

Inspect for rips or excessive sagging.

X

 

 

X

Inspect fastening flaps to ensure they securely latch.

X

 

X

 

Inspect back release cord for wear.

X

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WHEEL LOCKS - PROCEDURE 7

 

 

 

 

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

 

 

 

 

 

REAR WHEELS - PROCEDURE 7

 

 

 

 

Axle plate is securely tightened.

X

 

X

X

Quick/Quad-release axles lock properly.

X

X

 

 

No excessive side movement or binding when lifted /spun.

X

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

HANDRIMS

 

 

 

 

Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling finish.

X

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

SPOKES

 

 

 

 

Inspect for bent or broken spokes.

X

X

 

 

All spokes uniformly tight.

X

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FRONT CASTERS

 

 

 

 

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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CLEANING

 

 

 

 

Clean upholstery and armrests.

X

 

 

X

Inspect axles are free from dirt, lint, and debris.

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents 52,-4c E C I a L T E S R N I N GTable of Contents Labels B E L SSpyder SpecificationsI E D N E E L R I a N L E Procedure General GuidelinesN L E General Guidelines ProcedureTire Pressure I E D RE L I a NStability And Balance SAFETY/HANDLING WheelchairsCoping With Everyday Obstacles Functional Reach From a Wheelchair Stairways TiltingTransferring To And From Other Seats ESCALATORS? SorrySafety Inspection Procedure Safety Inspection ChecklistMAINTENANCE/TRANSPORTING TroubleshootingProcedure 2SAFETY Inspection Adjusting the Footrest Height Figure INSTALLING/REMOVING the Footrests FigureINSTALLING/ADJUSTING Adjustable Angle FLIP-UP Footplates Front Riggings ProcedureInstalling Footplate Figure Procedure Front RiggingsDepth Adjustment Figure Angle Adjustment Figures 4Adjustable Footplate Heel Loop Replacement FigureImpact GUARDS/OPTIONAL Calf Strap Figure Composite FootplatesH O L S T E R Y Installing Optional Fabric Clothing Guards FigureReplacing Seat Upholstery Figure Upholstery Procedure M E Procedure FrameFOLDING/UNFOLDING the Wheelchair Figure Unfolding Details A, B and CFrame Procedure USING/STORING the Strap FigureFOLDING/UNFOLDING the Back Figure Adjusting the Back Height Figure Adjusting the Back Release Cord Tension FigureM E Back Release Cord LockINSTALLING/REMOVING T-ARMS Figure Adjusting Half ARM Height FigureAdjusting the T-ARMS Arms ProcedureFollowing Procedure ArmsInside T-Arm Set Screws Outside Post Arm Release Lever Arm PadInstalling Optional Rigid Clothing Guards Figure Adjusting T-ARM Transfer Assists AND/OR Side Guards FigureArm Side Guard Socket Screws Transfer Assist Bottom ClampAdjusting QUICK-RELEASE Axles Figure REMOVING/INSTALLING Rear Wheels FigureProcedure Rear Wheels A RAdjusting QUAD-RELEASE Handles Installing QUAD-RELEASE Axles FigureRear Wheels Procedure And/or Out FigureAdjusting the High/Undermount Wheel Lock REPLACING/ADJUSTING the Wheel Lock FigureReplacing the High/Undermount Wheel Lock Hex Screws High Mount Wheel LockAdjusting Anti-tippers Figure INSTALLING/ADJUSTINGInstalling Anti-tippers Figure ANTI-TIPPERSPage Warranty Limited WarrantyR R a N T Y One InvacareWay