Invacare 1026793 manual Inspect/Adjust Weekly

SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING

CAUTION

As with any vehicle, the wheels/casters and tires should be checked periodically for cracks, flat spots and wear, and should be replaced.

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

❑Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.

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

❑Wheel locks do not interfere with tires when rolling.

❑Wheel lock pivot point are free of wear and looseness.

❑Wheel locks are easy to engage.

❑Inspect tires/casters for flat spots and wear.

❑Check pneumatic tires for proper inflation (recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire).

WARNING

DO NOT use WD-40®, 3-in-1 Oil®, or other penetrating lubricants on quick-release axles. Otherwise, binding and/or damage to the wheelchair may occur.

❑Clean quick-release axles with a Teflon® lubricant.

❑Ensure axles are free from dirt, lint, etc.

❑Ensure roller bearings are free from dirt, lint, etc.

❑Adjust wheel locks as tires wear.

❑Clean and wax all parts.

❑Clean upholstery and armrests.

Inspect/Adjust Weekly

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

❑Quick/quad-release axles lock properly.

❑Inspect for broken spokes.

❑Wheel/fork assembly has proper tension when caster is spun. Caster should come to a gradual stop.

❑Inspect tires/casters for flat spots and wear.

❑Check pneumatic tires for proper inflation (recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire).

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