SECTION
❑Inspect tires for flat spots and wear. If tires are pneumatic, check for proper inflation.
❑Seat and/or back upholstery have no rips and do not sag. Replace if necessary.
Inspect/Adjust Weekly
❑Seat is secured to wheelchair frame.
❑Seat release latch is not worn and is functional. Replace if necessary.
❑Inspect tires for flat spots and wear. If the tires are pneumatic, check for proper inflation.
❑Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure.
❑Ensure that casters are free of debris.
❑Ensure arm pivot points are not worn and/or loose. Replace if necessary.
Inspect/Adjust Monthly
❑Ensure wheel mounting nuts are secure on drive wheels.
❑Ensure no excessive side movement or binding occurs when drive wheels are lifted and spun when disengaged
❑Ensure that drive wheel axle bolts and locking tab washers are secure.
❑Ensure that casters are free of debris.
❑Inspect caster 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 that the wheel locks engage properly and do not interfere with the tires when rolling. Also, ensure that the pivot points are free of wear and looseness.
❑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.
Inspect/Adjust Periodically
❑Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
❑Ensure that casters are free of debris.
❑Ensure that all fasteners on the clothing guards are secure.
❑Ensure arms are secure but easy to release and adjustment levers engage properly.
❑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.
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