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Inspect/Adjust Weekly, Inspect /Adjust Monthly, Inspect/Adjust Periodically

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Inspect/Adjust Weekly q Ensure that the wheel locks prevent the wheelchair from moving when engaged. q Inspect tires and casters for flat spots, cracks or wear. Replace if necessary. q Inspect rear wheels for cracks in the rim or cracked or broken spokes. Replace if necessary. q Inspect axle assembly for proper tension by spinning caster. Caster should come to a gradual stop. q Inspect front caster for cracked, bent or broken spokes. Inspect /Adjust Monthly q Ensure that the wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side). q Check that the wheel locks DO NOT interfere with tires when rolling. q Check that the wheel lock pivot points are free of wear and looseness. q Inspect seat and back for loose or broken hardware. q Inspect seat positioning strap for any signs of wear. Ensure buckle latches. Verify hardware that attaches strap to frame is secure and undamaged. Replace if necessary. q Inspect back cane hand grips for wear/looseness/deterioration. q Adjust front casters/forks bearing system if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop. q Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. q Check headtube locknuts for tightness. Overview Inspect/Adjust Periodically q Inspect frame and crossbraces for loose or missing hardware. q Inspect for bent frame or crossbraces. q Check that wheel locks are easy to engage. q Inspect seat and backs for rips and sagging. q Check that there is no excessive side movement or binding in the rear wheels when lifted and spun. q Inspect handrims for signs of rough edges. q Adjust front casters/forks bearing system if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop. q Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. q Inspect tires and casters for flat spots, cracks or wear. Replace if necessary. q Clean upholstery and armrests with mild soap and water. q Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary. 1567855-C 21

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Overview
Inspect/Adjust Weekly
q
Ensure that the wheel locks prevent the wheelchair from moving
when engaged.
q
Inspect tires and casters for flat spots, cracks or wear. Replace if
necessary.
q
Inspect rear wheels for cracks in the rim or cracked or broken
spokes. Replace if necessary.
q
Inspect axle assembly for proper tension by spinning caster.
Caster should come to a gradual stop.
q
Inspect front caster for cracked, bent or broken spokes.
Inspect /Adjust Monthly
q
Ensure that the wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or
pull to one side).
q
Check that the wheel locks DO NOT interfere with tires when
rolling.
q
Check that the wheel lock pivot points are free of wear and
looseness.
q
Inspect seat and back for loose or broken hardware.
q
Inspect seat positioning strap for any signs of wear. Ensure
buckle latches. Verify hardware that attaches strap to frame is
secure and undamaged. Replace if necessary.
q
Inspect back cane hand grips for wear/looseness/deterioration.
q
Adjust front casters/forks bearing system if wheel wobbles
noticeably or binds to a stop.
q
Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.
q
Check headtube locknuts for tightness.
Inspect/Adjust Periodically
q
Inspect frame and crossbraces for loose or missing hardware.
q
Inspect for bent frame or crossbraces.
q
Check that wheel locks are easy to engage.
q
Inspect seat and backs for rips and sagging.
q
Check that there is no excessive side movement or binding in
the rear wheels when lifted and spun.
q
Inspect handrims for signs of rough edges.
q
Adjust front casters/forks bearing system if wheel wobbles
noticeably or binds to a stop.
q
Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.
q
Inspect tires and casters for flat spots, cracks or wear. Replace if
necessary.
q
Clean upholstery and armrests with mild soap and water.
q
Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary.
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