Invacare P9000XDT1818 Owners Manual - Page 25

SECTION 4-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ❑ Inspect tires for flat spots and wear. If tires are pneumatic, check for proper inflation. ❑ Ensure seat and/or back upholstery have no rips and do not sag. Replace if necessary. Inspect/Adjust Weekly ❑ Ensure seat is secured to wheelchair frame. ❑ Ensure seat release latch is not worn and is functional. Replace if necessary. ❑ Inspect tires for flat spots and wear. If the tires are pneumatic, check for proper inflation. ❑ Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure. ❑ Ensure that casters are free of debris. ❑ Ensure arm pivot points are not worn and/or loose. Replace if necessary. Inspect/Adjust Monthly ❑ Ensure wheel mounting nuts are secure on drive wheels. ❑ Ensure no excessive side movement or binding occurs when drive wheels are lifted and spun when disengaged (free-wheeling). ❑ Ensure that drive wheel axle bolts and locking tab washers are secure. ❑ Inspect caster assembly has proper tension when caster is spun. Caster should come to a gradual stop. ❑ Ensure that casters are free of debris. ❑ Loosen/tighten caster locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop. ❑ Ensure that the wheel locks engage properly and do not interfere with the tires when rolling. Also, ensure that the pivot points are free of wear and looseness. ❑ Inspect the 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. Inspect/Adjust Periodically ❑ Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side). ❑ Ensure that all fasteners on the clothing guards are secure. ❑ Ensure arms are secure but easy to release and adjustment levers engage properly. ❑ 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. ❑ Ensure seat release latch is not worn. Replace if necessary. ❑ Ensure seat and/or back upholstery have no rips and do not sag. Replace if necessary. Part No. 1118386 25 P9000™ XDT