Procedure 2 Safety Inspection/Troubleshooting/Maintenance; Safety Inspection Checklist - Invacare Top End Excelerator Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

PROCEDURE 2
This Procedure Includes the Following:
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Safety Inspection Checklist

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SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST
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NOTE: Every six (6) months, take your Excelerator to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular
cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your Excelerator. For safe and proper operation, your
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Excelerator must be cared for just like any other vehicle. Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your Excelerator.
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NOTE: Invacare recommends that the following adjustments be performed by a qualified technician. Initial adjustments should be
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made to suit your personal body structure and preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures.
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FRAME
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Check for bent or broken frame. Frame damage can cause
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other parts to fail.
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BRAKES (PROCEDURE 8)
Parking Brake - Adjust brake shoes to front rim. Check for
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worn or missing shoes. Check for wax or oil on rim.
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Cable anchor attached securely to brake arm.
Internal Stopping Brakes - engages easily.
SEAT AND BACK UPHOLSTERY (PROCEDURE 10)
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Inspect for rips or sagging.
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REAR WHEELS (PROCEDURE 4)
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Axle nut and wheel mounting nuts are secure.
No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun.
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CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires
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should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and
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should be replaced.
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SPOKES (PROCEDURE 4)
Inspect for bent or broken spokes.
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All spokes uniformly tight.
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FRONT WHEEL/FORK (PROCEDURE 5)
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Keep axle nuts tight. Wheel should be centered in fork. Keep
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wheel bearings adjusted and keep spokes tight and wheel
in proper alignment.
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Check rim and fork assembly for damage.
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CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires
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should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and
should be replaced.
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TIRES (PROCEDURE 4)
Inspect for flat spots and wear. Check for proper inflation.
CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires
should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and
should be replaced.
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CHAIN/CHAIN GUARD (PROCEDURE 7)
Check for damage, rust, tension and stretch. Adjust if
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necessary. Lubricate each link often (3-in-1 oil or a quality
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bike lubricant). Check for damage or looseness.
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CONTROL CABLES (PROCEDURE 6)
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Adjust accordingly.
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FRONT FORK (GOOSE NECK) (PROCEDURE 5)
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FOOTREST (PROCEDURE 11)
Check that mounting hardware is tight and footrest secure.
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Check footrest straps for wetness and/or damage.
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UPHOLSTERY (PROCEDURE 10)
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Clean upholstery with light detergent and water.
MOUNTAIN DRIVE OPTION (PROCEDURE 12)
Oil Hand crank.
Adjust bearing play
SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING/MAINTENANCE
Troubleshooting
INITIALLY
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Maintenance
INSPECT/ INSPECT/
ADJUST ADJUST
WEEKLY MONTHLY
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INSPECT/
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