Procedure 2 - Safety Inspection; Safety Inspection Checklist - Invacare spyder Service Manual

PROCEDURE 2
This Procedure includes the following:

Safety Inspection Checklist

Troubleshooting
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Maintenance/Transporting
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SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST
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Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure and preference. Thereafter follow
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these maintenance procedures:
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GENERAL - TROUBLESHOOTING
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Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
Inspect folding front strap for wear and damage.
SEAT AND BACK UPHOLSTERY - PROCEDURE 3
Inspect for rips or excessive sagging.
Inspect fastening flaps to ensure they securely latch.
Inspect back release cord for wear.
WHEEL LOCKS
Do not interfere with tires when rolling.
Pivot points free of wear and looseness.
Wheel locks easy to engage.
REAR WHEELS
Axle plate is securely tightened.
Quick/Quad-release axles lock properly.
No excessive side movement or binding when lifted /spun.
HANDRIMS - PROCEDURE 6
Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling finish.
SPOKES
Inspect for bent or broken spokes.
All spokes uniformly tight.
FRONT CASTERS - PROCEDURE 5
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
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.
CLEANING
Clean upholstery and armrests.
Inspect axles are free from dirt, lint, and debris.
NOTE: Refer to the Spyder Owner's Manual, part number 1093830 for adjustment procedures not in this manual.
NOTE: Every six (6) months the wheelchair should be
serviced and thoroughly inspected by a qualified techni-
cian. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and
enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. To op-
erate 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.
INITIALLY INSPECT/
ADJUST
WEEKLY
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SAFETY INSPECTION
INSPECT/ INSPECT/
ADJUST ADJUST
MONTHLY PERIODICALLY
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