SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING

Inspect/Adjust Weekly

Ensure seat is secured to wheelchair frame.

Ensure seat and/or back upholstery have no rips and do not sag. Replace if necessary.

Ensure seat release latch is not worn and is functional. Replace if necessary.

Inspect tires for flat spots and wear.

Ensure arm pivot points are not worn and/or loose. Replace if necessary.

Inspect and clean the stability lock gears. Replace if worn.

Ensure casters are free of debris.

Inspect/Adjust Monthly

Ensure wheel mounting nuts are secure on drive wheels.

Ensure there is no excessive side movement or binding when drive wheels are lifted and spun when disengaged (free‐wheeling).

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

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

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

Inspect for any loose hardware on the wheelchair.

Inspect the seat positioning strap for signs of wear. Replace if worn or damaged.

Ensure that the buckle on the seat positioning strap latches. Replace if necessary.

Verify that the hardware that attaches the seat positioning strap to the seat frame is secure and undamaged. Replace if necessary.

Ensure casters are free of debris.

Inspect/Adjust Periodically

Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).

Ensure that casters are free of debris.

Ensure arms are secure but easy to release and adjustment levers engage properly (on ASBA only).

Ensure adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.

Ensure arm pivot points are not worn and/or loose. Replace if necessary.

Ensure armrest pads sit flush against arm tubes.

Ensure seat and/or back upholstery have no rips and do not sag. Replace if necessary.

Inspect electrical components for signs of corrosion. Replace if corroded or damaged.

Ensure seat release latch is not worn. Replace if necessary.

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Pronto® M91™Base with SureStep®

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Invacare Pronto M91 Base manual Inspect/Adjust Weekly, Inspect/Adjust Monthly, Inspect/Adjust Periodically