Invacare 9000 JYMNI PEDIATRIC Series Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual page 14

PROCEDURE 2
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CHAIR CHAIR
VEERS VEERS
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RIGHT LEFT
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MAINTENANCE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and
BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware
is tightened securely - otherwise injury or dam-
age may result.
DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the
frame. This could cause damage to the frame
tubing.
SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE
PROCEDURES
1. Before using your wheelchair, make sure all nuts and
bolts are tight. Check all parts for damage or wear
and replace. Check all parts for proper adjustment.
2. STANDARD / LIGHT WEIGHT ONLY - Keep quick-
release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure positive
locking and proper operation. Refer to ADJUSTING
THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE in PROCEDURE 6
of this manual.
3. Oil quick-release axles at least once (1) a month
®
(3-in-1 oil or equivalent).
3-in-1 - Registered trademark of American
Home Products Corporation.
TROUBLESHOOTING
SLUGGISH CASTERS
TURN OR FLUTTERS
PERFORMANCE
X X
X X
X
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
CAUTION
SQUEAKS LOOSENESS
AND IN CHAIR
RATTLES
X X
DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has the
proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). The recommended
tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire.
DO NOT overinflate the tires. Failure to follow these
suggestions may cause the tire to explode and
cause bodily harm.
4. If tires are pneumatic, ensure the tires are at the
proper tire pressure. The recommended tire pres-
sure is listed on the side wall of the tire.
5. The wheels and tires should be checked periodi-
cally for cracks and wear, and should be replaced.
6. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are
securely attached to the rear wheels. Refer to
REPLACING REAR WHEEL HANDRIM in PRO-
CEDURE 6 of this manual.
7. Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to
tire wear. Refer to WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT
in PROCEDURE 8 of this manual.
8. Periodically check front caster and rear wheel hubs
to make sure they are clean and free of cracks.
9. Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.
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SAFETY INSPECTION
CHAIR SOLUTIONS
3 WHEELS
X If pneumatic, check tires
for correct and equal
pressure.
Check for loose stem
nuts and bolts.
Check that both casters
contact the ground at
the same time.
WARNING