Safety Inspection Checklist - Invacare Top End T-5 7000 Series User Manual

2.5 Safety Inspection Checklist

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. Clean upholstery with mild
soap and water or spray disinfectant using a sponge. DO
NOT use bleach or wash in a washing machine.
Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body
structure and preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance
procedures:
Inspect/Adjust Initially
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Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body
structure and preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance
procedures:
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Inspect seat and back upholstery for rips or sagging.
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Inspect upholstery fastening flaps to ensure they securely latch.
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Inspect click strap for any signs of wear. Ensure buckle latches.
Verify hardware that attaches strap to frame is secure and
undamaged. Replace if necessary.
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Ensure quick release axles and receivers are clean.
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Ensure quick/quad release axles lock properly.
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Ensure no excessive side movement or binding when wheel is
lifted and spun.
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Inspect handrims for signs of rough edges or peeling.
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Inspect spokes for bent or broken spokes.
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Ensure all spokes are uniformly tight.
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Ensure all bolts are tight.
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Clean upholstery.
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CAUTION!
– As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be
checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should
be replaced.
– For more information refer to 6.1 Removing/Installing
Rear Wheels, page 56.
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Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning
caster; caster should come to a gradual stop.
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Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds
to a stop.
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Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.
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Inspect tires for flat spots and wear.
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Ensure casters are free of debris.
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Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary.
Inspect/Adjust Weekly
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Ensure quick release axles and receivers are clean.
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Ensure quick/quad release axles lock properly.
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Inspect handrims for signs of rough edges or peeling.
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Inspect spokes for bent or broken spokes.
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Ensure all spokes uniformly tight.
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Ensure all bolts are tight.
CAUTION!
– As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be
checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should
be replaced.
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Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning
castor; castor should come to a gradual stop.
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Inspect tires for flat spots and wear.
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Check for proper inflation.
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Ensure castors are free of debris.
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