Invacare 3GAR Owners Manual 2 - Page 40

SECTION 4-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 4-SAFETY INSPECTION/ TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: Every six months take your wheelchair to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will 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. Safety Inspection Checklists Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure needs and preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures: All Wheelchairs Inspect/Adjust Initially CAUTION As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced. ❑ Make sure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side). ❑ Inspect all fasteners. ❑ Make sure clothing guards are secure. ❑ Make sure arms are secure but easy to release and adjustment levers engage properly. ❑ Make sure adjustable height arms operate and lock securely. ❑ Make sure upholstery has no rips. ❑ Make sure armrest pad sits flush against arm tube. ❑ Make sure axle nut and wheel mounting nuts are secure on drive wheels. ❑ Make sure there is no excessive side movement or binding when drive wheels are lifted and spun when disengaged (free-wheeling). ❑ Ensure that casters are free of debris. ❑ Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster; caster should come to a gradual stop. ❑ Loosen/tighten caster locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop. ❑ Make sure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure and not damaged/ missing. ❑ Make sure wheel locks DO NOT interfere with tires when rolling. ❑ Make sure wheel lock pivot point are free of wear and looseness. 3G Storm Series® Wheelchairs 40 Part No 1134791