Safety Inspection Checklist - Invacare ORBIT Service Manual

SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST

NOTE: Twice a year 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 mainte-
nance will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair.
Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure and preference. Thereafter follow
these maintenance procedures:
ITEM
GENERAL
Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or
pull to one side).
SEAT AND BACK (PROCEDURES 4* and 5*)
Inspect back mounting plate attaching hardware
is securely tightened.
Inspect back fold down mechanisms to ensure
they securely latch.
REAR WHEELS (PROCEDURE 7*)
No excessive side movement or binding when
lifted and spun.
Quick-release axle locks properly.
FRONT CASTER (PROCEDURE 6*)
Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension
by spinning caster; caster should come to a
gradual stop.
Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles
noticeably or binds to a stop.
Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.
CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and
tires should be checked periodically for cracks
and wear, and should be replaced.
TIRES (PROCEDURES 5* and 6*)
Inspect for flat spots and wear.
If pneumatic tires, check for proper inflation.
CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and
tires should be checked periodically for cracks
and wear, and should be replaced when.
WHEEL LOCKS (PROCEDURE 8*)
Do not interfere with tires when rolling.
Pivot points free of wear and looseness.
Wheel locks easy to engage.
CLEANING
Clean upholstery and armrests.
NOTE: * Refer to the Owner's Manual, part number 1073955, for these procedures.
SAFETY INSPECTION CHECK LIST
INITIALLY INSPECT/ INSPECT/
ADJUST
WEEKLY MONTHLY PERIODICALLY
X
X
X
X
X X
X X
X
X
X X
X X
X
X
X
X
7
INSPECT/
ADJUST ADJUST
X
X
X
X
X X
X
X
X
X
X
S
A
F
E
T
Y
I
N
S
P
E
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T
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O
N