Invacare M91 Owners Manual - Page 27

SECTION 4-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect/Adjust Weekly ❑ Ensure seat is secured to wheelchair frame. ❑ Ensure seat and/or back upholstery have no rips and do not sag. Replace if necessary. ❑ Ensure seat release latch is not worn and is functional. Replace if necessary. ❑ Inspect tires for flat spots and wear. ❑ Ensure arm pivot points are not worn and/or loose. Replace if necessary. ❑ Inspect and clean the stability lock gears. Replace if worn. ❑ Ensure casters are free of debris. Inspect/Adjust Monthly ❑ Ensure wheel mounting nuts are secure on drive wheels. ❑ Ensure there is no excessive side movement or binding when drive wheels are lifted and spun when disengaged (free‐wheeling). ❑ Ensure wheel/fork assembly has proper tension when caster is spun. Caster should come to a gradual stop. ❑ Loosen/tighten caster locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop. ❑ Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure. ❑ Inspect for any loose hardware on the wheelchair. ❑ Inspect the seat positioning strap for signs of wear. Replace if worn or damaged. ❑ Ensure that the buckle on the seat positioning strap latches. Replace if necessary. ❑ Verify that the hardware that attaches the seat positioning strap to the seat frame is secure and undamaged. Replace if necessary. ❑ Ensure casters are free of debris. Inspect/Adjust Periodically ❑ Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side). ❑ Ensure that casters are free of debris. ❑ Ensure arms are secure but easy to release and adjustment levers engage properly (on ASBA only). ❑ Ensure adjustable height arms operate and lock securely. ❑ Ensure arm pivot points are not worn and/or loose. Replace if necessary. ❑ Ensure armrest pads sit flush against arm tubes. ❑ Ensure seat and/or back upholstery have no rips and do not sag. Replace if necessary. ❑ Inspect electrical components for signs of corrosion. Replace if corroded or damaged. ❑ Ensure seat release latch is not worn. Replace if necessary. Part No 1141450 27 Pronto® M91™ with SureStep®