Checks to be made
| On delivery | Weekly inspection/adjustment |
| Monthly inspection/adjustment |
| Regular inspection/adjustment |
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1. General |
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the wheelchair unfolds and folds easily | |
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the wheelchair moves in a straight line (no resistance or drag) | | |
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2. Manual brakes |
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the manual brakes do not touch the tyres when moving | |
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the manual brakes are easy to operate | |
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the joints are not worn and do not show signs of play | |
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3. Cross bars |
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examine them to check that they are not worn or bent | |
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4. Clothing protectors / armrest upholstery |
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check that all fixings are in position and tightened | |
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5. Armrests |
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firmly attached but easy to remove | |
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6. Arm supports |
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check that the padding is in good condition | |
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7. Seat and backrest upholstery |
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check that it is in good condition | |
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8. 22" and 24" wheels |
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wheel nut and sealed bearings correctly tightened | |
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no excessive lateral movement or binding when they are lifted from the ground |
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and turned, quick release axles correctly locked | |
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9. Handrims |
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check for rough patches | |
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10. Spokes |
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inspect the spokes in case any are bent, broken or slack | | |
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11. 6" or 8" castors |
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check the axle to ensure that it is correctly tightened, by turning the castor |
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the castor should stop gradually | | |
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12. Fork / Steering tube |
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check that all the fittings are in place | | |
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13. Pneumatic and solid tyres |
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if the wheelchair has pneumatic tyres, check that they are correctly inflated |
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(the pressure is shown on the sidewall), if the wheelchair has solid tyres, |
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check the running surface | | |
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14. Cleaning |
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Clean all parts | |
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Clean the seat and backrest upholstery with soapy water | |
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Clean all parts without using any cleaning product. Upholstery should be washed or wiped clean using soap and water only. No other product is recommended for the maintenance of upholstery.
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