Section 4-Maintenance/Transporting; Maintenance Safety Precautions; Suggested Maintenance Procedures - Invacare Patriot Manuel De L'utilisateur Et D'entretien

SECTION 4—MAINTENANCE/TRANSPORTING
SECTION 4—MAINTENANCE/
TRANSPORTING

MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching
hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur.
DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to
the frame tubing.

SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

1. Before using your Patriot, 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-release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and proper
operation. Refer to Refer to Adjusting Quick-Release Axles on page 46.
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.
3. If tires are pneumatic, recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire.
4. The wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should
be replaced when necessary by a qualified technician.
5. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are secured to the rear wheels. Refer to
Refer to Replacing Handrims on page 46.
6. Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire wear. Refer to Using/Adjusting
Wheel Locks (Push-to-Lock/Pull-to-Lock) on page 51 or Refer to Using/Adjusting
High Mount Wheel Locks (Push-to-Lock/Pull-to-Lock) on page 53.
7. Periodically check front caster wheel bearings to make sure they are clean and free
from moisture. Use a Teflon
8. Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.
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