SECTION 2—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING

Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.

Check headtube locknuts for tightness.

Inspect casters for cracks and wear.

Inspect front casters for cracked, bent or broken spokes.

Clean upholstery and armrests.

Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary.

Troubleshooting

Chair

Chair 3

Sluggish Turn or

Casters

Squeaks

Looseness

Solutions

Veers

Wheels

Performance

Flutter

and

in

 

Right/Left

 

 

 

Rattles

Chair

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check tires for

 

 

 

 

 

 

correct and equal

X

X

X

X

 

 

pressure

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check for loose nuts

 

 

X

X

X

X

and bolts.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check caster headtube

X

X

 

X

 

 

angle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check that rear

 

 

 

 

 

 

wheels are equally

 

 

 

 

 

 

spaced away from seat

X

X

 

 

 

 

frame.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety Precautions

WARNING

After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur.

CAUTION

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

Suggested Maintenance Procedures

1.Make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. Check all parts for damage or wear and replace. Check all parts for proper adjustment.

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Invacare 9000XT Recliner, 9000 XT Troubleshooting, Maintenance Safety Precautions, Suggested Maintenance Procedures