Invacare Arrow RWD Service Manual page 39

❑ Inspect electrical components for signs of corrosion. Replace if corroded or damaged.
❑ Ensure that the wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
❑ Ensure no excessive side movement or binding occurs when drive wheels are lifted
and spun when disengaged (freewheeling).
❑ 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 casters are free of debris.
❑ Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure.
❑ Inspect tires for flat spots and wear.
❑ Seat and/or back upholstery have no rips and do not sag. Replace if necessary.
❑ Ensure wheel mounting nuts are secure on drive wheels.
❑ Check pneumatic tires for proper inflation.
❑ Inspect motor brushes and gearbox coupling.
❑ Inspect for any loose hardware on the wheelchair.
❑ Inspect charger AC power cord for damage. Replace if necessary.
Inspect/Adjust Initially
As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks
and wear, and should be replaced.
❑ Make sure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
❑ Inspect all fasteners.
❑ Make sure clothing guards are secure.
❑ Make sure arms are secure but easy to release and adjustment levers engage properly.
❑ Make sure adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.
❑ Make sure upholstery has no rips.
❑ Make sure armrest pad sits flush against arm tube.
❑ Make sure axle nut and wheel mounting nuts are secure on drive wheels.
❑ Make sure there is no excessive side movement or binding when drive wheels are
lifted and spun when disengaged (free-wheeling).
❑ Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster; caster should come
to a gradual stop.
❑ Loosen/tighten caster locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop.
❑ Make sure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure and not damaged/
missing.
Part No. 1104849
SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING
CAUTION
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3G Storm Series® Wheelchairs