Servicing Requirements - Invacare Mirage Service Manual

16 Servicing Requirements

INVACARE recommends that routine servicing be carried out at six monthly intervals. The routine service
Consists of the following:
16.1 Motors
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Inspect plugs for physical damage.
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Inspect insulation for cracks and splits.
• Check and clean brake. Resistance = Approx. 50 - 80 Ohms.
• Inspect and clean brushes and commutator.
• Check action and operation of clutch mechanism.
16.2 Controller and Joystick Remote
• Check for physical damage to outer casings.
• Inspect joystick shroud and gaiter for cracks and splits.
• Check all switch operations, and LED's.
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Check joystick lead and plug ends for signs of cracks, wear or physical damage.
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Check diagnostics to assure no faults present on systems. (Check information
gauge, if flashing refer to section 15 diagnostics).
16.3 Frame and Chassis
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Inspect all fixtures and fittings for tightness and integrity.
• Check front and rear wheel/axle bolts are tight.
• Ensure that all upholstery screws are present and tight. Check surface of screw
head for sharp edges. Clean seat and back upholstery.
16.4 Batteries
• Check batteries for any signs of physical damage.
• Check terminals for cracks or blackness.
Note:
• Should batteries become suspect, use battery discharge tester by Astra-Tech (Model DC39) to
test capacity and runtime.
16.5 Battery Charger
• Check for physical damage of casing.
• Check all LED's are operational.
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For testing the battery charger, see section 13 Batteries and Charger.
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