Section 4-Safety Inspection; Safety Inspection Checklists; Inspect/Adjust Initially; Inspect/Adjust Weekly - Invacare Pronto M41 Owner's Manual

SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION

Safety Inspection Checklists

As with any vehicle, wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and
wear and should be replaced as necessary.
Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure needs and
preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures:

Inspect/Adjust Initially

❑ Ensure that the wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
❑ Ensure that the arms are secure but easy to release and adjustment levers engage
properly.
❑ Ensure that adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.
❑ Ensure armrest pads sit flush against arm.
❑ Ensure seat is secured to wheelchair frame.
❑ Ensure seat release latch is functional. Replace if necessary.
❑ Clean seat upholstery and armrests.
❑ Ensure wheel mounting nuts are secure on drive wheels.
❑ Ensure no excessive side movement or binding occurs when drive wheels are lifted
and spun when disengaged (freewheeling).
❑ Inspect caster assembly has proper tension when caster is spun. Caster should come
to a gradual stop.
❑ Loosen/tighten caster locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop.
❑ Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure.
❑ Inspect tires for flat spots and wear.
❑ Inspect electrical components for signs of corrosion. Replace if corroded or damaged.
❑ Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary.

Inspect/Adjust Weekly

❑ Seat is secured to wheelchair frame.
❑ Seat and/or back upholstery have no rips and DO NOT sag. Replace if necessary.
❑ Seat release latch is not worn and is functional. Replace if necessary.
❑ Inspect tires for flat spots and wear.
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SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION
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Pronto® M41 with SureStep®