Weekly/Monthly/Annually - Invacare Esprit Action Service Manual

SECTION 9—PERIODIC MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES
Inspect/Adjust Weekly
Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
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Check and control the perfect fitting of the control unit on its armpad and armrest bracket and its
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absence of visual damage.
Quick-release axles lock properly (see page 25).
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 Wheel/fork assembly has proper tension when caster is spun. Caster should come to a gradual stop.
 Inspect tyres/casters for flat spots and wear.
 Check pneumatic tyres for proper inflation (recommended tyre pressure is listed on the side wall of the
tyre).
 Ensure casters are free of debris.
Inspect/Adjust Monthly
Inspect seat posture strap for any signs of wear. Ensure buckle latches. Verify hardware that attaches
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strap to frame is secure and undamaged. Replace if necessary.
Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop.
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 Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.
 Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/head tube fasteners are secure (see pages 5 & 27).
 Ensure all hardware is tight (see page 5).
 Ensure hand grips are secure to backrest canes.
 Ensure casters are free of debris.
Inspect/Adjust every twelve months (1)
 Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
 Armrests are secure but easy to release.
 Adjustable height armrests operate and lock securely.
 Armrest armpad sits flush against arm tube.
 All fasteners on clothing guards are secure.
 Seat and/or back upholstery have no rips.
 Inspect the backrest attaching hardware and mechanisms are securely tightened.
 Inspect side frame and cross brace for signs of cracks, flaked paint or deformed metal work.
Inspect tyres/casters for flat spots and wear.
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 Check pneumatic tyres for proper inflation (recommended tyre pressure is listed on the side wall of the
tyre).
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