Section 4-Safety Inspection/Troubleshooting; Safety Inspection Checklists; All Wheelchairs - Invacare TDX 4 Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

SECTION 4—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.
Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure needs and
preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures:

Safety Inspection Checklists

All Wheelchairs

Inspect/Adjust Initially
As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks
and wear, and should be replaced.
Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
Inspect all fasteners.
Ensure clothing guards are secure.
Arms are secure but easy to release and adjustment levers engage properly.
Adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.
Upholstery has no rips.
Armrest pad sits flush against arm tube.
Axle nut and wheel mounting nuts are secure on drive wheels.
No excessive side movement or binding when drive wheels are lifted and spun when
disengaged (free-wheeling).
Wheels/casters have proper tension when wheels/casters are spun (when free-
wheeling). Wheels/casters 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 and not damaged/missing.
Wheel locks DO NOT interfere with tires when rolling.
Wheel lock pivot point are free of wear and looseness.
Wheel locks are easy to engage.
Inspect tires for flat spots and wear.
Part No 1114809
SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING
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