Invacare MVPS Owners Manual - Page 18

SECTION 2 SAFETY INSPECTION SAFETY INSPECTION Section 2 - Safety Inspection includes the following: Safety Inspection Checklist Troubleshooting Maintenance NOTE: Twice a year 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 CHECKLIST Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure needs and preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures: ITEM GENERAL • Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side). SEAT AND BACK UPHOLSTERY • Inspect for rips or sagging. • Inspect fastening flaps to ensure they securely latch. • Ensure back mounting plate attaching hardware is tight. • Ensure back folding mechanisms latches securely. WHEEL LOCKS • Do not interfere with tires when rolling. • Pivot points free of wear and looseness. • Wheel locks easy to engage. REAR WHEELS • Quick/Quad-release axles lock properly. Lubricate if necessary. • No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun. HANDRIMS • Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling. REAR WHEEL SPOKES • Inspect for bent or broken spokes. • All spokes uniformly tight. FRONT CASTERS • Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster; caster should come to a gradual stop. • Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop. • Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. • Check headtube locknuts for tightness. CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced. TIRES • Inspect for flat spots and wear. • If pneumatic tires check for proper inflation. CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced. CLEANING • Clean upholstery and armrests. Initially Weekly Monthly Periodically X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X MVP™ & MVP jr.™ 18 Part No. 1106638