Invacare 1098348 User Manual
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SAFETY INSPECTION
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This Procedure includes the following:
Safety Inspection Checklist
Troubleshooting
Maintenance/Transport
SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST
NOTE: Every six (6) months take your wheelchair to a
qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servic-
ing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and
enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. To op-
erate properly and safely, your wheelchair must be cared
for just like any other vehicle. Routine maintenance will
extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair.
qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servic-
ing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and
enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. To op-
erate properly and safely, your wheelchair must be cared
for just like any other vehicle. Routine maintenance will
extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair.
PROCEDURE 2
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Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure and preference. Thereafter follow
these maintenance procedures:
these maintenance procedures:
ITEM
INITIALLY
INSPECT/
INSPECT/
INSPECT/
ADJUST
ADJUST
ADJUST
WEEKLY
MONTHLY
PERIODICALLY
GENERAL - TROUBLESHOOTING
Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
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Inspect folding front strap for wear and damage.
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SEAT AND BACK UPHOLSTERY - PROCEDURE 4
Inspect for rips or excessive sagging.
Inspect for rips or excessive sagging.
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Inspect fastening flaps to ensure they securely latch.
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Inspect back release cord for wear.
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WHEEL LOCKS - PROCEDURE 7
Do not interfere with tires when rolling.
Do not interfere with tires when rolling.
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Pivot points free of wear and looseness.
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Wheel locks easy to engage.
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REAR WHEELS - PROCEDURE 7
Axle plate is securely tightened.
Axle plate is securely tightened.
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Quick/Quad-release axles lock properly.
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No excessive side movement or binding when lifted /spun.
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HANDRIMS
Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling finish.
Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling finish.
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SPOKES
Inspect for bent or broken spokes.
Inspect for bent or broken spokes.
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All spokes uniformly tight.
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FRONT CASTERS
Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by
spinning caster; caster should come to a gradual stop.
Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by
spinning caster; caster should come to a gradual stop.
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Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or
binds to a stop.
binds to a stop.
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Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.
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CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and
tires should be checked periodically for cracks and
wear, and should be replaced.
tires should be checked periodically for cracks and
wear, and should be replaced.
TIRES
Inspect for flat spots and wear.
Inspect for flat spots and wear.
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If pneumatic tires check for proper inflation.
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CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and
tires should be checked periodically for cracks and
wear, and should be replaced.
tires should be checked periodically for cracks and
wear, and should be replaced.
CLEANING
Clean upholstery and armrests.
Clean upholstery and armrests.
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Inspect axles are free from dirt, lint, and debris.
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