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PROCEDURE 2 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING
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SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLISTInitial adjustments should be made to suit personal body structure and preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures:
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GENERAL (MECHANICAL TROUBLESHOOTING)
l Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
CLOTHING GUARDS
l Ensure all fasteners are secure.
ARMS - (PROCEDURE 4)
l Secure but easy to release; adjustment levers engage properly.
l Adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.
FLIP BACK ARMRESTS - (PROCEDURE 4)
l Do not interfere with tires when rolling.
l Pivot points free of wear and looseness.
SEAT AND BACK UPHOLSTERY
l Inspect for rips or sagging.
CAPTAIN'S SEAT
l Captain's Seat is secured to the wheelchair frame.
l Remove Captain's Seat quick release pins and inspect. Replace if any signs
of wear.
lHIGH BACK CAPTAIN'S SEATS ONLY - Limit switch prevents the wheel-
chair from operating in any recline position over 114o RELATIVE TO THE
SEAT FRAME.
WARNING: NEVER operate the wheelchair while in any recline position
over 114o RELATIVE TO THE SEAT FRAME. If the limit switch does not
stop the wheelchair from operating in a recline position over 114o RELA-
TIVE TO THE SEAT FRAME, do not operate the wheelchair. Have the
wheelchair adjusted by an Invacare dealer or qualified technician.
DRIVE WHEELS
l Axle bolts and locking tab washers are secure.
lNo excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun when disen-
gaged (free-wheeling).
FRONT STABILIZERS - MWD WHEELCHAIRS ONLY
l Bolts are tight.
l Adjusted for desired ride. WARNING: MUST be adjusted by a qualified
technician.
CASTERS - (PROCEDURE 8)
lInspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster; caster
should come to a gradual stop.
l Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop.
CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked
periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced.
CASTER/WHEEL/FORK/HEAD TUBE - (PROCEDURE 8)
l Ensure all fasteners are secure.
TIRES - (PROCEDURE 8)
l Inspect for flat spots and wear.
l If pneumatic tires check for proper inflation.
CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked
periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced.
BATTERIES- (PROCEDURE 10)
lCheck for cracks and wear on terminal caps and battery clamp covers.
l Check that terminal caps and battery clamp covers are properly secured to
the battery terminals.
CLEANING
l Clean upholstery and armrests.
INITIALLY
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INSPECT/
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WEEKLY
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INSPECT/
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MONTHLY
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INSPECT/
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PERIODICALLY
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