Invacare 1098348, 1101100 Troubleshooting, Maintenance/Transporting, Procedure 2SAFETY Inspection

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PROCEDURE 2SAFETY INSPECTION

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHAIR	CHAIR	SLUGGISH	CASTER	SQUEAKS	LOOSENESS	CHAIR	SOLUTIONS
VEERS	VEERS	TURN OR	FLUTTERS	AND	IN CHAIR	3 WHEELS
RIGHT	LEFT	PERFORMANCE		RATTLES
X	X	X	X			X	Check tires for correct
							and equal pressure.
		X	X	X	X		Check for loose stem
							nuts.
				X	X		Check spokes/nipples.
X	X		X			X	Check caster headtube
							angle.
X	X					X	Check that rear wheels
							are equally spaced away
							from seat frame
							(Procedure 7).

MAINTENANCE/TRANSPORTING

Maintenance Safety Precautions

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - other- wise, injury or damage may result.

CAUTION

DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to the frame tubing.

Suggested Maintenance Procedures

1.BeforeusingyourInvacareSPYDER,makesureallnuts and bolts are tight. Check all parts for damage or wear and replace. Check all parts for proper adjustment.

2.Keep quick/quad-release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and proper operation. Refer to ADJUSTING QUICK-RELEASE AXLES or AD- JUSTING QUAD-RELEASE AXLES in PROCE- DURE 7 of this manual.

3.Oil quick-release axles at least once (1) a month (3- in-1 oil ® or equivalent).

WARNING

DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT overinflate the tires. Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm.

4.Recommended tire pressure is listed on the sidewall of the tire.

CAUTION

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

5.Check wheels and tires periodically for cracks and wear. Ifdamaged,havethemreplacedbyaqualifiedtechnician.

6.Regularly check for loose spokes in the rear wheels. If loose, have them adjusted by a qualified technician.

7.Periodically check handrims to ensure they are se- cured to the rear wheels. If loose or damaged, have them tightened or replaced by a qualified technician.

8.Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire wear. Refer to REPLACING/ADJUSTING THE WHEEL LOCK in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual.

9.Periodically check caster wheel bearings to make sure they are clean and free from moisture. Use a Teflon® lubricant if necessary.

10.Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.

Transporting the Invacare Spyder

1.Remove the seating system. Refer to seating sys- tem owner's manual.

2.Remove the footrests. (PROCEDURE 3).

3.Remove the arms. (PROCEDURE 6).

4.Fold down the back. (PROCEDURE 5).

5.Fold the wheelchair. (PROCEDURE 5).

6.Remove the rear wheels. (PROCEDURE 7).

7.After transporting, reverse STEPS 1-6 to prepare the wheelchair for use.

3-in-1 oil - Registered trademark of American Home Products Corporation. Teflon - Registered trademark of E. I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.

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