Section 2-Safety Inspection; Safety Inspection Checklists - Invacare Deluxe Three-Position IH6065 series Operation And Maintenance Manual

SECTION 2—SAFETY INSPECTION
SECTION 2—SAFETY INSPECTION
NOTE: Every six months or as necessary take your recliner to a qualified dealer for a thorough
inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth
operation of your recliner. To operate properly and safely, your recliner must be cared for
appropriately as any other vehicle. Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your
recliner.

Safety Inspection Checklists

As with any transport device, casters should be checked periodically for cracks and
wear and should be replaced as necessary.
Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure needs and
preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures:
Inspect/Adjust Initially
❑ Ensure that the recliner rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
❑ Ensure seat, back and/or armrest upholstery have no rips and do not sag. Replace if
necessary.
❑ Ensure that the seat upholstery is fastened to the seat frame.
❑ Clean seat upholstery and armrests.
❑ Inspect caster assembly to ensure it 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 that the caster assembly is free from debris.
❑ Inspect for any loose hardware on the recliner.
❑ Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary.
❑ FOR IH6077A ONLY ‐ Ensure that the trigger release cables completely release and the
handles return when released.
❑ FOR IH6077A ONLY ‐ Inspect the gas cylinders for leaking oil.
Inspect/Adjust Weekly
❑ Ensure that the seat upholstery is fastened to the seat frame.
❑ Ensure seat, back and/or armrest upholstery have no rips and do not sag. Replace if
necessary.
❑ Ensure that the caster assembly is free of debris.
Invacare Mobile Recliners
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