Comfort-Tilt
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SECTION 5 - WHEELCHAIR REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE
5.1
Broda Chair Inspection/Maintenance Schedule*
Part
Initial
Inspection
Inspect/Adjust
Weekly
Inspect/Adjust
Monthly
Inspect/Adjust
Periodically
Inspect/Adjust
Regularly
Gas Cylinders:
Check to ensure functions
operated by cylinders are
functioning properly:
X
X
Cables and Handles:
Cables connected to cylinders
Cables completely release,
and handles return when
released
X
X
Upholstery:
Check for tears
X
X
Casters/Wheels:
Inspect swivel casters for
proper tension by spinning
caster. Caster should come to
a gradual stop.
Loosen or tighten bolts if
caster wobbles or comes to
an abrupt stop.
Check to ensure casters are
clean and free of dirt
Check to ensure all wheel
locks are functioning
Check for loosening
attachment between caster
stem and housing.
CAUTION: Casters should be
checked regularly for wear or
cracks and should be
replaced.
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Armrests:
Check to ensure height
adjustment functions properly
Ensure arms are secure, but
easy to release where
applicable
X
X
X
X