SAFETY INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE
This Procedure Includes the Following:
Safety Inspection Checklist
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
NOTE: Every six (6) months take the scooter to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of the scooter. To operate properly and safely, the scooter must be cared for just like any other vehicle.
Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of the scooter.
Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure and preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures:
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GENERAL |
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Scooter drives straight (no excessive |
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drag/pull to one side). | X |
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BRAKE* |
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Does not bind or interfere with travel. | X |
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Brake easy to disengage/engage. | X |
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UPHOLSTERY (PROCEDURES 5 AND 6) |
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Inspect for rips, tears. | X |
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REAR WHEELS (PROCEDURE 9) |
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No excessive side movement or binding when |
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raised and turned. | X |
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FRONT WHEELS (PROCEDURE 9) |
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Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension |
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by spinning wheel, wheel should come to a |
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gradual stop. | X | X |
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Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles |
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noticeably or binds to a stop. | X |
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Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. | X |
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CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the |
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wheels and tires should be checked |
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periodically for cracks and wear and should |
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be replaced. |
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TILLER (PROCEDURE 8) |
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Ensure that tiller adjustment handle engages |
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and disengages properly and securely |
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(PROCEDURE 3). | X | X |
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Scooter stops completely when throttle is |
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released (Does not continue to roll as if |
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throttle is activated). | X | X |
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SEAT (PROCEDURE 5) |
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Inspect seat swivel for release and engagement. | X |
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Seat locks into the determined swivel positions. | X | X |
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*NOTE: This includes the hand brake on the PANTHER
SAFETY INSPECTION/ MAINTENANCE
Part No. 1090132 Rev F | 15 | Invacare Scooters |
