Cleaning And Disinfection; General Safety Information - Invacare Alu Lite Manuel D'utilisation

Check the folding mechanism
1. Check that the folding mechanism is easy operating.
Check the castors
1. Check that the castors turn freely.
2. Remove any dirt or hair from the castor bearings.
3. Faulty or worn out castors must be replaced by a
qualified technician.
Check the bolts
Bolts can work loose through constant use.
1. Check that the bolts are tight (on the footrest, seat
cover, sides, backrest, frame, seat module).
2. Tighten any loose bolts with the suitable torque.
Therefore refer to the Service Manual, available on the
internet at www.invacare.eu.com.
IMPORTANT!
Self-locking screws/nuts or thread-locking
adhesive are used for several connections. If
these are loosened, they must be replaced by
new self-locking screws/nuts or they must be
secured using new thread-locking adhesive.
– Self-locking screws/nuts must be replaced by
a qualified technician.
Check the parking brakes
1. Check that the parking brakes are positioned correctly.
The brake is set correctly if the brake shoe depresses
the tire by a few millimeters when the brake is engaged.
2. If you find that the setting is not correct, have the
brakes correctly set by a qualified technician.
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IMPORTANT!
The parking brakes must be reset after replacing
the rear wheels.
Checking after a heavy collision or blow
IMPORTANT!
The wheelchair can sustain visibly undetectable
damage as a result of a heavy collision or hard
blow.
– It is essential to have your wheelchair checked
by a qualified technician after a heavy collision
or hard blow.
Spare parts
All spare parts may be obtained from an Invacare
authorized provider.

8.3 Cleaning and Disinfection

8.3.1 General Safety Information

CAUTION!
Risk of Contamination
– Take precautions for yourself and use
appropriate protective equipment.
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