Section 2-Safety Inspection/Troubleshooting; Safety Inspection Checklists - Invacare Solara 3G Service Manual

SECTION 2—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING
SECTION 2—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING
NOTE: Every six months take your wheelchair 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 wheelchair. To operate 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.

Safety Inspection Checklists

CAUTION
As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and
should be replaced.
Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure needs and preference. Thereafter follow these
maintenance procedures:
Inspect/Adjust Initially
❑ Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
❑ Inspect clothing guards for bent or protruding metal.
❑ Ensure that all fasteners on clothing guards are secure.
❑ Ensure arms are secure but easy to release and adjustment levers engage properly.
❑ Ensure adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.
❑ Ensure armrest upholstery has no rips.
❑ Ensure armrest pad sits flush against arm tube.
❑ Ensure hand grips are not loose.
❑ Ensure seat, back and/or arm upholstery have no rips.
❑ Ensure trigger release lever cables and handles return when released.
❑ Inspect handrims for signs of rough edges or peeling finish.
❑ Ensure there is no excessive side movement or binding when drive wheels are lifted and spun.
❑ Ensure sealed bearings and axle nut tension are correct.
❑ Adjust bearing system if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop.
❑ Ensure wheel/fork 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 all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure.
❑ Ensure that casters are free of debris.
❑ Ensure wheel locks do not interfere with tires when rolling.
❑ Ensure wheel lock pivot points are free of wear and looseness.
❑ Ensure wheel locks are easy to engage.
❑ Inspect tires for flat spots and wear.
❑ Check pneumatic tires for proper inflation.
❑ Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary.
Inspect/Adjust Weekly
❑ Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
❑ Ensure hand grips are not loose.
❑ Ensure wheel/fork assembly has proper tension when caster is spun. Caster should come to a gradual stop.
❑ Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure.
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