Maintenance/Safety Inspection Checklists; Inspect/Adjust Weekly - Invacare ProSPIN X4 Owner's Manual

SECTION 5—MAINTENANCE INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING
As with any vehicle, the rear wheels, casters and tires should be checked periodi-
cally for cracks and wear and should be replaced.
5. The rear wheels, casters, and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear,
and should be replaced by a qualified technician if damaged.
6. Regularly check for loose spokes in the rear wheels. If loose, have them adjusted by a
qualified technician.
7. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are secured to the rear wheels. If loose,
have them tightened by a qualified technician.
8. Periodically adjust wheel locks in as tires wear. Refer to Replacing/Adjusting the
Wheel Locks on page 37 of this manual.
9. Periodically check caster wheel bearings to make sure they are clean and free from
moisture. Use a Teflon lubricant if necessary.
10. Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.

Maintenance/Safety Inspection Checklists

Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure needs and
preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures:
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching
hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
As with any vehicle, wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and
wear and should be replaced.

Inspect/Adjust Weekly

❑ Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
❑ Ensure quick/quad‐release axles lock properly.
❑ Inspect for broken spokes.
❑ Ensure wheel/fork assembly has proper tension when caster is spun. Caster should
come to a gradual stop.
❑ Ensure fork stem is 90° perpendicular to floor.
❑ Inspect tires/casters for flat spots and wear.
❑ Check pneumatic tires for proper inflation (recommended tire pressure is listed on the
side wall of the tire).
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