4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING
Suggested Maintenance Procedures
1.
Before using your wheelchair:
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Make sure all nuts and bolts are tight.
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Check all parts for damage or wear and replace.
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Check all parts for proper adjustment.
CAUTION
As with any vehicle, check the wheels and tires periodically for cracks and wear. Replace as recommended. Refer to
Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube on page 33 or Replacing/Repairing Caster Tire/Tube on page 33.
2.
The rear wheels, casters and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced by a qualified technician if damaged.
3.
Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire wear. Refer to Adjusting Patient Operated Wheel Locks on page 55.
Tire wear is excessive if:
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Pneumatic Tires - there is missing tread or the tires are bald.
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Urethane Tires - there are cuts, surface defects or the tires are loose on the rims.
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Rubber Tires - 30% or more of the tire has worn away.
Invacare recommends that rear wheel tire/tube and caster tire/tube be replaced every five years.
4.
Periodically check handrims to ensure they are secured to the rear wheels. If loose, have them tightened by a qualified technician.
5.
Periodically check caster and rear wheel bearings to make sure they are clean and free from moisture. Use a Teflon
6.
Hand grips should be checked monthly for wear/looseness/deterioration. Clean if desired. Replace if looseness or deterioration is found.
7.
Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.
Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair
32
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lubricant if necessary.
Part No. 1110558