SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING
Part No 1127114
33
Compass™XE
and Allegro®
❑
Clean
upholstery
and
armrests.
❑
Ensure
sealed
bearings
and
axle
nut
tension
are
correct.
❑
Ensure
wheel/fork
assembly
has
proper
tension
when
caster
is
spun.
Caster
should
come
to
a
gradual
stop.
❑
Loosen/tighten
locknut
if
wheel
wobbles
noticeably
or
binds
to
a
stop.
❑
Ensure
wheel
bearings
are
clean
and
free
of
moisture.
❑
Ensure
wheel
locks
are
easy
to
engage.
❑
Ensure
clean
quick
‐
release
axles
with
a
Teflon
®
lubricant.
❑
Ensure
axles
are
free
from
dirt,
lint,
etc.
❑
Ensure
roller
bearings
are
free
from
dirt,
lint,
etc.
❑
Adjust
wheel
locks
as
tires
wear.
❑
Clean
and
wax
all
parts.
❑
Check
that
all
labels
are
present
and
legible.
Replace
if
necessary.
Troubleshooting
CHAIR VEERS LEFT/RIGHT
SLUGGISH
TU
RN/
PERFO
RMA
N
CE
CASTER
S
FLU
T
TER
SQ
UEAKS AND RATTLES
LOOSENESS IN CHAIR
CHAIR 3 WHEELS
SOLUTIONS
X
X
X
If pneumatic tires, check for correct and equal pressure.
X
X
X
X
Check for loose stem nuts/bolts.
X
X
Check that casters contact ground at the same time.