Invacare M41SR16R Owners Manual - Page 25

SECTION 5-SAFETY INSPECTION Inspect/Adjust Weekly ❑ Seat is secured to wheelchair frame. ❑ Seat and/or back upholstery have no rips and DO NOT sag. Replace if necessary. ❑ Seat release latch is not worn and is functional. Replace if necessary. ❑ Inspect tires for flat spots and wear. ❑ Ensure that casters are free of debris. ❑ Ensure arm pivot points are not worn and/or loose. Replace if necessary. ❑ Check that cables are routed and secured properly to ensure that cables DO NOT become entangled and damaged during normal operation of seating system. 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 (freewheeling). ❑ 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 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. ❑ Inspect electrical components for signs of corrosion. Replace if corroded or damaged. ❑ Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary. Part No. 1143206 25 Pronto® M41 with SureStep®