Inspect/Adjust Periodically; Service Inspection; Six Month Inspection - Invacare FDX User Manual

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Inspect seat positioning strap for any signs of wear. Ensure
buckle latches. Verify hardware that attaches strap to frame is
secure and undamaged. Replace if necessary.

7.2.3 Inspect/Adjust Periodically

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Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to
one side).
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Inspect all operator (user/attendant) adjustable fasteners
including the back pan, back cane and angle adjustment fasteners,
and the arm support, flip back and height adjustment fasteners.
Ensure fasteners are securely tightened.
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Inspect TRRO/TRBKTS fasteners and hardware.
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Ensure clothing guards are secure.
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Ensure arms are secure but easy to release and adjustment
levers engage properly.
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Ensure adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.
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Ensure upholstery does not have any rips or tears.
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Armrest pad sits flush against arm tube.
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Ensure that the casters are free of debris.
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Inspect foam handgrips for damage. If damaged, have them
replaced by a qualified technician.
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Check center mount front riggings for loose fasteners. Replace
/tighten if necessary.
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Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary.

7.3 Service Inspection

7.3.1 Six Month Inspection

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Clean upholstery and armrests.
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Clean dirt and lint from axles.
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Clean dirt and lint from bearings.
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Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary.
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Ensure clothing guards are secure.
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Ensure adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.
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Ensure upholstery does not have any rips or tears.
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Ensure armrest pad sits flush against arm tube.
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Ensure arms are secure but easy to release and adjustment
levers engage properly.
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Inspect seat positioning strap for any signs of wear. Ensure
buckle latches. Verify hardware that attaches strap to frame is
secure and undamaged. Replace if necessary.
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Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to
one side).
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Ensure that there is no excessive side movement or binding
when drive wheels are lifted and spun when disengaged
(free-wheeling).
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Ensure axle nut or bolt and wheel mounting nuts are secure
on drive wheels.
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Inspect tires for flat spots and wear.
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Ensure that the casters are free of debris.
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Ensure wheels/casters have proper tension when wheels/casters
are spun (when free-wheeling). Wheels/casters should come
to a gradual stop.
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Loosen/tighten caster locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or
binds to a stop.
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Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure and
not damaged/missing.
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Ensure wheel locks DO NOT interfere with tires when rolling.
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Ensure wheel lock pivot point are free of wear and looseness.
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Ensure wheel locks are easy to engage.
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Check center mount front riggings for loose fasteners. Replace
/tighten if necessary.
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Check that cables are routed and secured properly to ensure
that cables do NOT become entangled and damaged during
normal operation of seating system.
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Ensure proper operation of powered functions (drive, seating,
legrests, ect...).
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