Maintenance - Invacare Top End T-3 Tennis Adjustable Operating And Maintenance Manual

SAFETY INSPECTION

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
After making adjustments, always make sure that parts are properly tightened
BEFORE using the wheelchair.
DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause
damage to the frame tubing.
SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
1. Before using your Invacare Top End wheelchair, make sure all nuts and bolts are tight.
Check all parts for damage or wear and replace. Check all parts for proper adjustment.
2. Keep quick/quad-release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and proper
operation. Refer to ADJUSTING QUICK-RELEASE AXLES or INSTALLING/ADJUSTING
QUAD-RELEASE AXLES in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual.
DO NOT use WD-40
release axles or camber inserts. Otherwise, binding and/or damage to the
wheelchair may occur.
3. Clean quick-release axles and camber inserts once (1) a week with a Teflon
DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO
NOT overinflate the tires. Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the
tire to explode and cause bodily harm.
4. Recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire.
5. The wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be
replaced by a qualified technician.
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. Refer to
HANDRIM REPLACEMENT in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual.
8. Periodically adjust wheel locks as tires wear. Refer to WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT in
PROCEDURE 6 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.
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lubricant.
T-3™ and T-4™ Series