8 Setup and Maintenance
8.1
Setup/Delivery Inspection
Setup/delivery inspection should be performed by dealer at
time of delivery/set up.
Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal
body structure needs and preference. Thereafter weekly,
monthly and periodic inspections should be performed by
user/attendant between the six month service inspections.
Every six months, and as necessary, take your wheelchair to
a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing.
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Check all parts for shipping damage. In case of damage, DO
NOT use.
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Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to
one side).
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Ensure clothing guards are secure.
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Ensure arms are secure but easy to release and adjustment
levers engage properly.
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Ensure adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.
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Ensure axle nut or bolt and wheel mounting nuts are secure
on drive wheels.
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Ensure caster/anti-tipper wheels are free of debris, and all
mounting hardware is secure and not damaged/missing.
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Check that cables are routed and secured properly to ensure
that cables do NOT become entangled and damaged during
normal operation of seating system.
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Ensure proper operation of powered functions (Example: drive,
seating and legrests).
8.2
Service Life
The expected service life is five years, presuming that the product is
used daily and in accordance with safety instructions, maintenance
instructions and intended use, stated in this manual.
8.3
Wear and Tear Information
General Information
Normal wear and tear items and components include but are not
limited to: all upholstery items including seat and back upholstery,
arm and calf pads, cushions, wheels, tires and casters, all types of
batteries, joystick overlays and inductive rubberized protective boots.
Invacare reserves the right to ask for any item back that has an
alleged defect in workmanship. Refer to the Warranty section in this
manual for specific warranty information.
Refer to the Inspection Checklists for proper preventative
maintenance schedule.
This is just a general guideline and does not include items damaged
due to abuse and misuse.
Product Type
Product Wear and Tear
Wheelchairs
Wheels, Brake Assembly, Hand Grips
Mobility Hardware
and Electronics
Rubber Urethane Tires and Casters,
Handgrips, Joystick Inductive Tops,
Joystick Overlays, Motors and
Gearboxes (if exposed to prolonged
moisture, urine, etc.), Stability Lock
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