Safety Inspection Checklist - Invacare PATRIOT Manuel De L'utilisateur Et D'entretien

PROCEDURE 2
This Procedure includes the following:

Safety Inspection Checklist

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Troubleshooting
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Maintenance/Transporting
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NOTE: Every six (6) months take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will
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reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. To operate properly and safely, your wheelchair must
be cared for just like any other vehicle. Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair.
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Initial adjustments should be made to suit personal body structure/preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures:
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l Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
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SEAT AND BACK (PROCEDURE 5)
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l Inspect for rips or sagging.
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l Inspect for loose or broken hardware.
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l Inspect that fastening straps are securely fastened.
FRAMES AND CROSSBRACES
l Inspect for loose or missing hardware.
l Inspect for bent frame or crossbraces.
l Check for cracks in frame.
REAR WHEELS (PROCEDURE 6)
l No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun.
l If equipped, quick release axles lock properly.
HANDRIMS (PROCEDURE 6)
l Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling.
SPOKES
l Inspect for broken spokes.
FRONT CASTER (PROCEDURE 6)
l Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning
caster; caster should come to a gradual stop.
l Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds
to a stop.
l Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.
CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should
be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should
be replaced.
TIRES (PROCEDURE 6)
l Inspect for flat spots and wear.
l If pneumatic tires, check for proper inflation.
CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should
be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should
be replaced.
WHEEL LOCKS (PROCEDURE 7)
l Do not interfere with tires when rolling.
l Pivot points free of wear and looseness.
l Wheel locks easy to engage.
CLEANING
l Clean upholstery and armrests.
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SAFETY INSPECTION
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