Invacare SX Recliner Troubleshooting, Maintenance Safety Precautions, M A I N T E N A N C E

TROUBLESHOOTING/MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHAIR	CHAIR	SLUGGISH	CASTERS	SQUEAKS	LOOSENESS	CHAIR	SOLUTIONS
VEERS	VEERS	TURN OR	FLUTTERS	AND	IN CHAIR	WHEELS
RIGHT	LEFT	PERFORMANCE		RATTLES
X	X	X	X			X	If pneumatic, check tires
							for correct and equal
							pressure.
		X	X	X	X		Check for loose stem
							nuts and bolts.
X	X		X				Check that both casters
							contact the ground at
							the same time.

MAINTENANCE

T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G

MAINTENANCE SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or dam- age may result.

CAUTION

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

SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

1.Before using your wheelchair, make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. Check all parts for damage or wear and replace. Check all parts for proper ad- justment.

2.Keep quick-release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and proper operation. Re- fer to ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE in PROCEDURE 4 of this manual.

3.If equipped, 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 causethetiretoexplodeandcausebodilyharm. Recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire.

4.The wheels and tires should be checked periodi- cally for cracks and wear, and should be replaced when necessary by your authorized dealer or by a qualified technician.

5.Periodically check handrims to ensure they are securely attached to the rear wheels. Refer to REPLACING REAR WHEEL HANDRIM in PRO- CEDURE 4 of this manual.

6.Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire wear. Refer to WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual.

7.Periodically check front caster and rear wheel hubs to make sure they are clean. Use a Teflon® lubri- cant if necessary.

8.Check Upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.

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3-in-1 oil - Registered trademark of American Home	Teflon-RegisteredtrademarkofE.I.DuPontNemours
Products Corporation.	and Company.

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